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Hot Tub,Bocce Ball,Gardens Farm stay in Dowagiac with a hot tub ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114360000/114351400/114351356/7a75be73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114360000/114351400/114351356/w507h683x259y0-dc855ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114360000/114351400/114351356/776c6f72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114360000/114351400/114351356/w907h683x58y0-26d510d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114360000/114351400/114351356/ab243617.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Consider a stay at Step Inside a Magazine! Upscale Farmhouse on 3 acres. Hot Tub,Bocce Ball,Gardens and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. 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Airport (SBN) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Oak+Ash - ‬8 min drive - ‪Old Tavern Inn - ‬12 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### Step Inside a Magazine! Upscale Farmhouse on 3 acres. Hot Tub,Bocce Ball,Gardens Farm stay in a rural location At Step Inside a Magazine! Upscale Farmhouse on 3 acres. Hot Tub,Bocce Ball,Gardens, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). You'll also find perks like: - Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and games - Barbecue grills and books Room features All guestrooms at Step Inside a Magazine! Upscale Farmhouse on 3 acres. Hot Tub,Bocce Ball,Gardens offer perks such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Extra amenities include: - 2 bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers - Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchens ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69801700/69801615/d118e94a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Woods Edge Cottage in Dowagiac MI. 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Stunning lake front home Magician Lk, 5 bedrms, 6 baths, Sleeps 14 Dowagiac - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=105377204&PinnedHotelID=105377204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Things to do - Books - Games - Hot tub - Playground ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Thin carpet in public areas ### More - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Food and drink - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Desk chair - Dryer - Fireplace - Heating - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 10:00 AM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash Turn off the lights and lock the doors Please make sure the hot tub is covered and cover is locked. And the outdoor grill is turned off. Please put all used towels in the bathtub on the first floor. Don’t worry about the beds. We will take care of everything else. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Fires only allowed in the provided fire pit. Do not move fire pit outside white garden. Do not enter locked, restricted areas. The property shall not be used by more than the number of adults and children listed in your reservation unless pre approved. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Cashless transactions are available Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Step Inside a Magazine! Upscale Farmhouse on 3 acres. Hot Tub,Bocce Ball,Gardens pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Step Inside a Magazine! Upscale Farmhouse on 3 acres. Hot Tub,Bocce Ball,Gardens? > Check-in begins at 10:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Step Inside a Magazine! Upscale Farmhouse on 3 acres. Hot Tub,Bocce Ball,Gardens? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Step Inside a Magazine! Upscale Farmhouse on 3 acres. Hot Tub,Bocce Ball,Gardens located? > Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Dowagiac Four Winds Casino and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital and Beckwith Theatre. Dowagiac Area History Museum and Southwestern Michigan College are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question