Title: Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411944/fe60b814.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411944/43ce561f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411944/c453c6b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411944/e7f7b94d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411944/929bb1d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4, a cozy haven nestled near Big Crooked Lake and Little Crooked Lake. Enjoy relaxing by the waterfront, kayaking on the lake with kayak rentals available for $15 per day or unwinding in this budget-friendly cottage that sleeps 4 comfortably with Gigabit Fiber-Optic Internet connection. You can also explore nearby attractions like Round Lake Public Beach and South Haven’s unspoiled beach beauty. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Lake view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 Summary: Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 The Space: Welcome to Sister Lake Cottages! Sister Lake Cottages are 7 cozy cottages located in Dowagiac, Michigan, and are perfect for water lovers! This listing is for unit 4. Big Crooked Lake and Little Crooked Lake are within 1 mile from the cottage, and they are both all-sports lakes. They are nearly the same size - Little Crooked is 103 acres, Big Crooked 110 - their shape and the lay of the land leave Big Crooked with nearly twice as much shoreline. Not only is this home conveniently located to tourist attractions but great restaurants as well. Take an evening stroll to the Sisters Lakes Brewing company of 14 microbrews produced by the owner's family or the Strand Brewery & Grill. Other dining and shopping are in Dowagiac and nearby towns. There are also public parks in the area as well as golf courses, wineries, breweries, theaters, shopping, and the Four Winds Casino in Dowagiac. The resort town of St. Joseph on Lake Michigan is only 20 minutes away. Looking for a little adventure outside of water sports. Check out the snowmobile trail that runs between Sister Lakes and Grand Rapids and a biking trail that runs between Sister Lakes and the airport in Dowagiac. The surrounding countryside is part of the Michigan fruit belt, with wineries and apple, strawberry, peach, and cherry farms with roadside stands or you-pick excursions. The entire cottage is for your private use with an easy self-check-in process to accommodate various arrival times. There is a private entrance with your own access code that will function between your check-in and check-out times. Come back after a great day of exploring and enjoy access to a kitchen with a stovetop, toaster oven, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker as well as dishes and utensils. Sleeps 4 comfortably. Enjoy relaxing by the waterfront or bring some kayaks or water toys and enjoy full access to the lake. Guests will find the space to be warm, comfortable, and inviting and the hosts to be responsive and diligent to provide an excellent stay for each guest. Here for a quick visit, enjoy resting in this budget-friendly option with all the needed amenities for a shorter or lengthier stay. This cottage also features a Gigabit Fiber-Optic Internet connection. If you would like to use the grill during your stay please bring a fire starter and charcoal. Also please bring your own wood for the fire pit. Kayaks and Canoes can be rented. Message or call guest services to pay for these amenities in advance. (3) single kayaks - $15 per day (2) Canoe $30 per day (2) Paddle Board - $20 per day Kayaks and canoes should be placed back on the metal rack near the lakeshore or stored behind Cottage 2. Life jackets and paddles can be picked up and returned to the laundry shed hangers (Laundry Shed door code: 1720). Please Note: The guest count you provide must be accurate as there can be additional guest fees. Notify us if you need to adjust the guest count before arrival. A fine of $25 per night will be applied for each undeclared guest. Reminder: If a guest missed the checkout time, additional fees will be added. If more than 2 hours past checkout, we will charge for an additional day. Guests are free to use the laundry machines for personal use between 4PM and 10PM daily. The laundry shed has a camera for protection of supplies. Please note there are cameras monitoring the outside of the cottages and parking area. There are three cameras on the front of cottage three, one camera on the back of cottage three, and one camera on the front of cottage 6. The Neighborhood: As a hosting family, we strongly believe in making memories wherever you are. That is why we have provided local suggestions so you can enjoy the experience of fully immersing yourself in the local culture. We are here to help with any questions or suggestions as we aim to create memories through Unique Stays! ACTIVITIES around the area: (within driving distance from the home) 1\. Round Lake Public Beach – (0.3 miles) 2\. Crooked Lake – (0.1 miles) 3\. Big Crooked Lake – (1 mile) 4\. Little Crooked Lake – (0.6 miles) 5\. Woodland Beach – (0.9 miles) 6\. Ramona Roller Rink – (0.4 miles) 7\. South Beach – Shoreline & pier with recreation areas (25.3 miles) 8\. Notre Dame – (29.5 miles) 9\. South Haven – Unspoiled beach beauty with old-fashioned charm, South Haven offers an idyllic lakeside escape and beach town (24.9 miles) 10\. Van Buren State Park – Park with high dunes & woodland hiking (22.9 miles) 11\. Heddon Museum – (9.7 miles) 12\. Love Creek Nature Center – (13.6 miles) 13\. Riverfront Park – (18.9 miles) 14\. Four Winds Casino Dowagiac – (12.5 miles) RESTAURANTS/SHOPS/STORES (within driving distance from the home) 1\. The Wright Place – (0.7 miles) 2\. The Strand Brewery – (0.3 miles) 3\. Dockside Dan’s Restaurant & Bar – (0.1 miles) 4\. Sister Lakes Brewing Company – (0.6 miles) 5\. Propaganda Pizza – Pizza (1.5 miles) 6\. Wood Fire Trattoria – Atmospheric Italian eatery with music (11.1 miles) 7\. Taqueria Del Rey Food Truck – Mexican (10.5 miles) 8\. Indian Lake Pub – American (6.7 miles) 9\. Mimi Sarducci’s – Pizza (11 miles) 10\. Saylor’s Front Street Pizzeria – Pizza (11.1miles) 11\. Lifestyle Nutrition – Health Food (10.9 miles) 12\. El Supermercado – Grocery Store (0.8 miles) 13\. Walmart Supercenter – (12.9 miles) 14\. Lakeland Hospital Watervliet – (10.7 miles) Great restaurants less than 1 mile away and multiple lakes to enjoy on a nice summer day within 0.1 – 1 mile from your stay! Only ~25 miles from Notre Dame University and other Beaches in the area!! Check out below for other enjoyable attractions and restaurants we recommend. Please read our policies before booking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster oven ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Casino nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83790000/83786400/83786314/0ccd3aa7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 3 Dowagiac - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=83786314&PinnedHotelID=83786314&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411954/cd76e6ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 6 Dowagiac - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.4 Exceptional 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=64411954&PinnedHotelID=64411954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411948/a07e04ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 1 Dowagiac - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 41 reviews CA $147 CA $241 total includes taxes & fees Nov 26 - Nov 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=64411948&PinnedHotelID=64411948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411949/330ad972.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 7 Dowagiac - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 40 reviews CA $115 CA $221 total includes taxes & fees Nov 24 - Nov 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=64411949&PinnedHotelID=64411949&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411946/f3b80465.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 5 Dowagiac - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=64411946&PinnedHotelID=64411946&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64420000/64412000/64411956/df0b9d37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 2 Dowagiac - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.0 Very good 18 reviews CA $122 CA $222 total includes taxes & fees Nov 24 - Nov 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=64411956&PinnedHotelID=64411956&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils, spices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62960000/62958300/62958228/d3fede9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magician Lake Escape - Perfect Getaway - New Listing Keeler Township Sister lakes - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=62958228&PinnedHotelID=62958228&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66580000/66571600/66571544/f0235b65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New studio/loft near orchards, wineries, & beaches Berrien Springs - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 39 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=66571544&PinnedHotelID=66571544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83070000/83061800/83061785/915f1fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect getaway! 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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 Vrbo Property Maplewood Cottages Unit 4 Sister Lake Cottages Unit 4 Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 Cottage Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 Dowagiac Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 Cottage Dowagiac 660b2cc563696c0011ffcbe7 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.07484%2C-86.19504&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hq2heWjrrp2zrw8Yju9WtnuEbCk=) Dowagiac, MI #### What's nearby - Magician Lake - 3 min drive - 2.5 km - Silver Beach - 23 min drive - 33.7 km - University of Notre Dame - 46 min drive - 86.8 km - Four Winds Casino South Bend - 46 min drive - 89.7 km - Notre Dame Stadium - 49 min drive - 87.1 km #### Getting around - Dowagiac Station - 18 min drive - South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wright Place - ‬3 min drive - ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive - ‪Lakeview Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪Timberline Inn - ‬12 min drive - ‪BT's Pub - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4? > As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 on Nov 27, 2025 start from CA $136.92, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Dowagiac-Hotels-Sister-Lake-Cottages-Unit-4.h64411944.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sister Lake Cottages - Unit 4 located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Magician Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Danneffel Lake and Brown Lake. Round Lake and Pine Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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