'Knute's Place' | Great for Couples & Solo Travelers | BBQ Ready | Peaceful Surroundings
Create lasting memories and bask in natural beauty with a stay at this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental in Cassopolis, MI! Featuring a bright interior, a fully equipped kitchen, and a furnished backyard, this delightful home is perfect for a memorable escape. Ready to venture out? Enjoy lakeside fun on the shore or hike scenic trails at Rudolphi Wildlife Refuge. Book today!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom: 1 queen bed - Living Room: 1 queen futon
OUTDOOR LIVING - Furnished deck - Spacious backyard, patio w/ outdoor seating, hammock - Wood-burning fire pit - Gas grill
INDOOR LIVING - Flat-screen TV - Dining table, breakfast bar - Ceiling fan - Books, board games
GENERAL - Free WiFi - Central heating & air conditioning - Washer & dryer, iron/board - Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries - Hair dryer, hangers, trash bags/paper towels
ACCESSIBILITY - Single-story home, 5 steps to enter
PARKING - Gravel driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- Walking distance to Kelsey Lake - 27 miles to University of Notre Dame - 23 miles to St. Julian Winery & Distillery - 33 miles to Weko Beach on Lake Michigan - 4 miles to Mill Pond - 2 miles to Marion Magnolia Farms - 10 miles to Four Winds Casino Dowagiac - 34 miles to South Bend International Airport
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This single-story home requires 5 steps to enter
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Cassopolis
Cassopolis is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and Vernon and Velma Radebaugh Memorial Plant Preserve, while Dowagiac Area History Museum and Beckwith Theatre are cultural highlights.
Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
Stone Lake - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
Log Cabin Park - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
Diamond Lake - 9 min drive - 13.8 km
Getting around
Dowagiac Station - 13 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Oak+Ash - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 14 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Burger King - 14 min drive
Porky's - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Walk to Kelsey Lake: Cassopolis Home w/ Yard! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Kelsey Lake, yard and BBQ grill?
As of 27 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Kelsey Lake, yard and BBQ grill on 14 Dec 2026 start from AU$604, including 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.
How much is parking at Walk to Kelsey Lake: Cassopolis Home w/ Yard!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Walk to Kelsey Lake: Cassopolis Home w/ Yard!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Walk to Kelsey Lake: Cassopolis Home w/ Yard!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Walk to Kelsey Lake: Cassopolis Home w/ Yard! located?
Situated in Cassopolis, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and within 6 miles (10 km) of Veterans Memorial and Beeson Street Park and Mill Pond. Southwestern Michigan College and Clisbee Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
7.0
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Host didnot see our reservation and the llace was snowed in. Property had not been cleaned. We could not stay dur to these conditions. We cancelled our reservation and got a full refund.
Cute little home, we couldn’t get the stove or the grill to work which was a challenge.Property owner was able to come later in the day to fix stove! Yard and property was cute and relaxing! Wish there was easier access to lake. Also there are only paper blinds on all of the windows which made it challenging for our family’s sleeping.Overall property was as description and was cute and cared for. We appreciated the extra supplies such as toliet paper, ziploc baggies etc made the stay very easy!
Kelsey A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
From the Owner: "Thank you for your kind and honest review. We are new to this space and genuinely want to get it right for our guests every time. I am sincerely sorry that we missed the mark in any way and will address the issues with the stove and the grill promptly. Thank you for staying at Knute's Place, and thank you for being gracious about the challenges you encountered. We hope to have you back sometime for an even better stay!"
Verified
8/10 Good
Jean
24 July 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in
The cabin is quaint, bright and airy. It is NOT young family oriented. The kitchen is well stocked with the essentials - dishes, pots & pans, etc. There's a crock pot and blender. There is a turntable and some vinyl records and some books and a few games. There are no media players or dvd's. The back yard is lovely but don't plan on grilling. The gas grill pictured is rusty as is a small charcoal grill. Plenty of wood for enjoying a fire but no tools for tending it. Nice bedroom and bathroom and there is a huge washer and dryer. Prepare to wash the towels when you leave...(it's part of the instructions). We had to purchase batteries for the living room remote and the back of that remote is cracked (as is the surface of the stove). Be careful of the coffee table! The leg came off when we were trying to move it closer to the couch. All the window coverings are pleated paper with clips. Never have seen that before! Bath items such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash & cotton swabs provided. The biggest issue is a photo that suggests being able to "walk to the lake" and the photo shows steps & a railing to a grassy area with a bench. If that's true the owner needs to provide instructions. Even the property manager had no idea where that is and said it's a 1/2 mile walk to the lake. Very desceptive and disappointing! All in all I would give this property a 5 out of 10. I suggest the owner remove inaccurate photos. Prepare to drive a ways to anywhere.