Title: Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=102473010&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage Cottage in Dowagiac with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage ![Beach - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/1b84bb0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/f382f476.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/1fb96fe4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/a47f8010.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473100/102473010/28fe7617.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled against the historic Lee Mansion's grounds, CHARMINGLY RENOVATED HISTORIC CHESTNUT COTTAGE is a charming retreat. This 1800s housekeeper's cottage features a beautiful aesthetic with vintage elements and original charm, alongside modern amenities like a large patio with fire pit and garden. ## Reviews 7.8 Good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### 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 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 ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102480000/102473000/102472974/9812e84d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic Cozy Home in "America’s Nicest Town" Buchanan - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 14 reviews CA $135 CA $282 total includes taxes & fees Dec 24 - Dec 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=102472974&PinnedHotelID=102472974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107490000/107483200/107483126/9bc25232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax and unwind at the Cozy Cabin on Heaton Lake. 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South Bend - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=70575482&PinnedHotelID=70575482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ![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%7C41.98146%2C-86.11539&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=h3xA8IHSP4PkeFKZhJbAc0TPu1s=) 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 - University of Notre Dame \- 36 min drive \- 47.2 km - Notre Dame Stadium \- 39 min drive \- 47.5 km #### Getting around - Dowagiac Station - 9 min walk - South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk - ‪Oak+Ash - ‬11 min walk - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage? ### Where is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Good 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) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alpine T. May 6, 2025 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. ##### Alpine T. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alpine T. Apr 25, 2025 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. ##### Alpine T. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Diana C. Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The place was comfy and clean. Just a bit difficult for my handicapped (double amputee) husband due to some of the layout bit we managed. Thank you for letting us experience your historical home. ##### Diana C. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Samuel C. Mar 30, 2025 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. ##### Samuel C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### lisa r. Mar 7, 2025 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. ##### lisa r. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael P. Dec 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy ##### Michael P. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [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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