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Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage

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Enjoy serene beach views and tranquil surroundings.
Set amidst lush greenery, this charming house offers a serene and retreat with a front porch and a small garage.
Relax in this inviting living space with a dining table, armchair, and sofa, surrounded by exposed beams and natural views.
Relax in a serene outdoor setting with a hammock suspended between two posts, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.
Experience the unique blend of functionality and aesthetic character in this traditional lodging space.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage

CHARMINGLY RENOVATED HISTORIC CHESTNUT COTTAGE is nestled against the magnificent stone wall and grounds of the Lee Mansion. Built in the 1800's as the quaint house keepers cottage of the mansion, it retains much of its original wood work/ built-ins/hardware updated with modern amenities.

Off the beaten track but close to everything, Dowagiac offers fine dining/shopping/highspeed train into Chicago. Near all the best beaches and wine trail. 6 mins to the casino. Quiet/lovely neighborhood.

Beautiful unique aesthetic and charming outdoor space. Vintage inspired elements and original 1800’s charm combine to make a photo worthy backdrop to your family get together or romantic getaway. Large patio with fire pit, walled backyard, hammock, and garden. Nestled on the original grounds of the Lee Mansion this was the house keepers cottage and shares the beautiful historic rock wall. We’ve done all we can to bring back the charm and add a little of our own. Large farmhouse style table can fit all the family or host a work meeting! Beautiful functioning kitchen with everything you need. Comfortable beds with linen sheets and soft inviting nooks for sitting.

Self check in at lock box with code after booking.

The entire house and yard is yours to access. Use our back patio and fire pit or relax and read a book under our giant mulberry tree in the back yard hammock.

Garage is not available for renters use.

I live in a neighboring town so if you need anything I can help. I also can offer highlights and things to do. I’m a survivalist, bushcrafter, and forest school teacher so if you’d like a foraging/outdoor experience let me know!

Quiet and family based this is a lovely street. We are in walking distance to historic downtown, the Amtrak train station with service into Chicago, the grocery store, dining, shopping, hiking, and a beautiful live theater and library.

Lockbox is located on the driveway side of the front porch. You will receive a check in code on the day of check in.
Absolutely no events allowed. Please respect the family based neighborhood. Please collect all trash, do dishes, and tidy up before you leave, please put key back in lock box.

Property manager

Heather Wallace

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

234280

About the area

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Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Beckwith Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dowagiac Area History Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Southwestern Michigan College - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 8 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 9 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak and Ash BBQ - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Indian Lake Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

As of Aug 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage on Sept 10, 2025 start from CA $147.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage located?

Situated in Dowagiac, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital and Beckwith Theatre. Dowagiac Area History Museum and Southwestern Michigan College are also within 3 mi (5 km). Dowagiac Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alpine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice and convenient

The host was very responsive and understanding. This place was beautiful and very convenient for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

lisa r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family visit

Was not at all impressed. There were no rails going up stairs. The couch was broken. Nothing like the ad said it was.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alpine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

This home is very nice and unique. It was very clean and welcoming. We look forward to staying in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Samuel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place.

Fitting price and great place that’s pretty accurate compared to photos. There was some sort of creature stirring in the walls all night though hard to get sleep. Other than that the place has everything you need for an accommodating stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024