Title: Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin - 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 home # Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76560000/76557000/76556905/97793b84.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76560000/76557000/76556905/2e681b24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76560000/76557000/76556905/412acc31.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76560000/76557000/76556905/3dcb097c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76560000/76557000/76556905/e53be5e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location - Host Located in Amish country on the shores of beautiful Sand Lake, this charming cottage invites you to unwind with its rustic fishing cabin theme and cozy deck overlooking the water. Enjoy a relaxing getaway for up to six people, with amenities like WiFi, Roku TV, an outdoor grill on your private deck and shared paddle boats or kayaks for exploring the lake. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6680 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin Small cottage on beautiful all sports Sand Lake. Thoughtfully decorated in a rustic fishing cabin theme. One of 5 rentals we have on the lake. Lake access just steps from the cottage with a deck to enjoy the beautiful view. Sand Lake County Park located two blocks away to put your boat in. This is a classic Michigan inland lake, 102 acres, all sports with great fishing. Property does have a cement seawall at the water. This cozy cottage is good for four, but it can sleep up to six. There is only one bedroom with a queen mattress plus a queen sleeper sofa in the main living area as well as a futon sofa. The kitchen allows for meal preparation for dining, and an outdoor grill is also provided on the attached deck. Nice view of the lake and deck facing the water. WIFI and Roku TV with Hulu, PhiloTV and Disney+ are included. Family games and puzzles are also provided for your enjoyment. Located in Amish country just 30 minutes to Shipshewana for flea market shopping (May - Sept.) and great Amish culture and cuisine. Yoder’s Country Market a 4 minute drive towards Centerville. Great golfing nearby with Island Hills Golf Club being just a 6 minute drive and St. Joe County Golf Club less then a mile away. Swiss Valley Ski and snowboard area 34 minutes away for winter time fun! Paddle boat, row boats, paddle boards and kayaks available for free but are shared among all cottage guests. First come, first shared. As well as a water trampoline, life jackets and yard games available also. All 3 docks are shared and available for guests to use. The Lakefront is a common area and shared by other guests. We also have a large fire pit in the common area. Please enjoy! BYOW :) The lake is clean and not excessively "weedy". There are no lilly pads. My kids love jumping right off the dock! Lakefront does have a cement seawall. If you prefer a more "beachy" experience, there is a sandy beach located at the county park just a few blocks or kayak ride away! A well stocked convince store, Sand Lake Grocery, is just a block away and sells amazingly good brats and ice cream! A definite must. We do allow pets with a $50 per pet fee which must be collected separately after you make your reservation. Please include the size and breed of your pet when making your reservation. You will also be required to agree to our pet policy. Keypad on front door for entry. We are available by phone anytime if needed. Large parking lot on property. Cottage has one parking spot in front of the cottage and one more in parking lot. Two spots total. This is lake property right on the water of a small lake. It is close to its neighbors and the other cottages we own. If you would like early check in or late check out I will do my best to accommodate. There is a fee of $20 per hour. Please just be aware that it takes up to 3 hours to clean and do laundry in between guests so availability is subject to prior/future guests requests. Damage deposit is just a pre-authorization on credit card and is automatically released 5 days after departure. All guests must be disclosed and on your reservation! No parties or family gatherings are allowed. The lakefront area is for registered guests only. We do this to keep the swimming area uncrowded and enjoyable for all of our guests. If your reservation is for less then the allowed number of guests at your cottage then you may request to have visitors (only up to the allowed number of guests) but permission must be obtained before hand. If you would like to have a family gathering we recommend Sand Lake County Park. Unauthorized guests will result in a $100 per day fee. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Dock - Firepit - Yard ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Paddleboard - Golfing nearby ### 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 - Unit size: 680 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 20 ### 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 leftover food and drinks and take out the trash Turn off the lights and lock the doors Wash all used dishes properly. It is OK to leave them drying by the sink. Be sure to clean up the lake front. Return all used equipment and store all boats and kayaks upside down. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets ### 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 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 435411 ## About the area Located in Sturgis, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Hidden Marsh Sanctuary and Sand Lake County Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Colon Community Park and South Lanes Family Fun Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. [Visit our Sturgis travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Sturgis.dx7918) [View more Vacation homes in Sturgis](https://www.expedia.ca/Sturgis-Private-Vacation-Homes.d7918-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C41.91832%2C-85.45412&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Tb0tPTaJWQV98B3ihmkFA682Uxk=) Sturgis, MI ### What's nearby - Sand Lake County Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km - Lake Templene - 16 min walk - 1.3 km - Demijohn Lake - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Saint Joe Valley Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Evans Lake - 5 min drive - 3.2 km ### Getting around - Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 48 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Yoder's Country Market - ‬5 min drive - ‪Gibby's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive - ‪Prairie Lake Tavern - ‬10 min drive - ‪Main Street Smokehouse - ‬13 min drive - ‪Royal Cafe - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sand Lake County Park, Lake Templene, and Demijohn Lake. Saint Joe Valley Golf Course and Evans Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kevin O. Sep 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### wonderful cozy clean very very relaxing our third stay at this location our host Jennifer went above and beyond to please us!!!! ##### kevin O. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### In town stay We came to town for a funeral and wanted a little place to getaway from all the commotion which comes with that. Was a cute little cabin right on the water. Was very easy to communicate with the owner and would stay again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### carrie w., united states Sep 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay My husband and I stayed one night. It was a very nice location and a beautiful view from the deck. We will likely be back during warmer months to take advantage of the kayaks and fishing. The host was wonderful to work with! ##### carrie w. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa S. Nov 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozier than a motel! Cozy, comfortable and clean lakeside cabin. Well appointed. Host accommodated our late request as well. ##### Teresa S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James B. Jun 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome lake cottage Cottage was great, party store has a lot nearby. Grew up in the area so it was a blast being on Sand Lake again. I will definitely keep this in mind when we are in town again! ##### James B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deanna T. May 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful cottage overlooking the lake to refresh We had a recent death in the family and another brother in the hospital in the area. A peaceful place after the high emotions. Thank you for this peaceful place to relax. ##### Deanna T. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert L. Jun 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Phenomenal Awesome ##### Robert L. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy H. Jul 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cottage on the lake Nice cozy cottage on the lake. There was plenty to do on the lake. They provided some rowboats, kayaks, and a paddle boat. The fishing from the docks was also really good. Would definitely go back there again. ##### Jeremy H. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Diana C. Aug 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sand Lake Getaway Relaxing stay at Sand Lake Cottages! Shady deck directly on the water for grilling or chilling. Lots of water toys suck as kayaks and paddle boards. We will definitely be back ❤️ ##### Diana C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shana W. Oct 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family visit We needed a place to stay in the area to visit family. Clean, Homey and Beautiful Scenery! Our sons were able to get out and canoe the lake one evening. The host was very accommodating. They had yard games, board games and movie channels for rainy days. We look forward to a return visit. ##### Shana W. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent B., Lexington Jul 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A true cottage experience My wife and I had a wonderful time at the Cottages at Sand Lake. If you are like us, and previously had never experienced a true cottage on a lake then we would highly recommend staying here. The lake is amazing because of how small it is, yet vast on how much sunshine you can really bask in from early mornings to late afternoons. We were fortunate enough to be there in an awesome weather pattern and fully enjoy lake life. The cottage itself: The back deck is pretty spectacular with the view of the lake, and just to start your day with a morning coffee. The use of the boats, paddle boards, and kayaks were awesome as well. The cottage itself is rustic and has a "vintage cottage" charm about it. This place is not for the party goers, but for the people or family trying to stop and relax at an incredible lake with awesome hosts. ##### Vincent B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Dan T. Jul 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very good overall We enjoyed our stay, but a few little things would have made a big difference towards a higher rating. The TV had Ruko, but no instructions on the rest of the settings. The channel on the main TV got changed, and we have no idea how to get it back to anything that was viewable. Minor, but just thought I’d mention it. Also, future guests should know that the small air conditioning unit does have a “high” setting. And again, no real instructions for that, and we didn’t discover it until the last day. It meant that the house got really, really hot during the daytime, it was hard to keep cool. Other than that, the lake view is great, the grounds are fine, and it was a good stay. The hosts were great, and we got to meet them as we checked in, and they may check in and check out very easy ##### Dan T. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Katherine W. Aug 20, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Katherine W. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy R. Oct 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### our review The house and everything was just wonderful. We didn't have a good time, not because of the owner or the property, but because of a case of siatica for my husband. I can highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a lakefront cottage, consider this one. ##### Judy R. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily F. Aug 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun lake house We had a really great time staying at the cabin. Lots of fun things to do on the lake! Kayaking, paddle boarding, paddle boating, water trampoline, fishing and swimming. The cabin had everything we needed both inside and out. ##### Emily F. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda P. Jul 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best cottage This little cottage is more than I could have expected, Amenities were numerous, the view amazing, and was very clean. I would love to go back again. ##### Linda P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eunice O. Jun 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great cabin We, along with our dogs, had a great time staying here. It was quiet, the neighbors were friendly, and the ice cream next door was delicious! We used the grill for every meal, the kayaks and paddle boards were so fun to use, and our dogs loved lounging on the deck. We would definitely come back! ##### Eunice O. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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