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Lakefront retreat with kayaks

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Beautiful all sport lake.
Property grounds
Dock for fishing and boating. Picture taken July 2023.
Dock views early summer. Added bumpers and cleats for securing boats.
Lakeside view of cottage and lakeshore. Picture in July 2023.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront retreat with kayaks

Lakefront 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom house in Decatur on popular all-sport Lake of the Woods. Perfect for 1 or 2 families who want to get away and enjoy lake life.

This home is located on a quiet cove with lake views and direct access to the water. There is a large yard on the lakefront with a fire pit, great for toasting marshmallows. A private dock provides access for fishing and boating. Kayaks are provided for your use, or you can bring your own boat and take full advantage of the 289 acre all-sport lake. The public boat launch is conveniently located just down the street, and there is ample room in the driveway to leave your trailer during your stay.

Inside, the house has been recently updated and provides 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The master bedroom has a king bed and a private bathroom. The large bunkroom is perfect for kids, giving them their own space to play or watch movies when they need a break from the sun and outdoor activities. The third bedroom has a queen bed and a desk with monitors and a USB-C docking station. The rest of the house has an open layout with a well-equipped kitchen and a dining area that opens into a spacious family room with views of the yard and lake.

*Dock, kayaks, and grill are available Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3336823vb
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

About the area

Decatur

Located in Decatur, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sora Meadows and Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary, while Van Buren Historical Society Museum and Dowagiac Area History Museum are cultural highlights. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Decatur, MI

What's nearby

  • Lake of the Woods - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Warner Vineyards Winery - 18 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Silver Beach - 35 min drive - 52.5 km
  • Western Michigan University - 36 min drive - 61.2 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 49 min drive - 77.6 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 24 min drive
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Final Gravity Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nettie's Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪M-40 Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Laura's Little Burger Joint - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront retreat with kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront retreat with kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront retreat with kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront retreat with kayaks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront retreat with kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake of the Woods and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Woolfe Park. Osborn Lake and Christie Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific place to stay!

Very clean and surprisingly spacious house. We loved the kayaks, and nearby restaurants. The lake is beautiful, and really fairly quiet. We'd stay again for sure!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joellen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake day

The lake house is beautiful and very comfortable. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Thank you for choosing our cottage, it was a pleasure hosting your group.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Get Away

Our group had a wonderful stay. The house was perfect for two families with young kids. Plenty of space, clean and loaded with things for kids to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Happy to hear your family had a wonderful time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Just a weekend getaway, the lake was nice, had fun kayaking and fishing. The rental was very clean, well appointed, and the host was excellent. Would recommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Thank you for choosing to stay at our cottage. Happy to hear you enjoyed your weekend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheldyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best time!

We enjoyed our long weekend over the 4th of July! The fireworks over the lake were a bonus. The house was so clean, and perfect for two families with littles. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Retreat

We had a wonderful visit over the 4th of July. The house is so clean and was well equipped. We enjoyed being at the quiet end of the lake and took full advantage of the kayaks. The owner was amazing and responsive. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing escape, we were even treated to a gorgeous fireworks show over the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
It was a pleasure to host your family for the 4th of July. Glad you were able to see the fireworks and enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy lakeside house

We had a very nice stay with friends in this comfortable house. Everything was extremely clean and in great shape and the house is well stocked with everything you need. We all enjoyed the kayaks and this quiet part of the lake. Our kids enjoyed the nearby floating dock with a slide. Communication with the owner was easy and helpful. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Your group was a pleasure to host. It's wonderful to hear that you had a peaceful and relaxing weekend with your friends and family!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maritza R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Ramirez & Renteria Household

This is a beautiful, and cozy home. If you’re looking for a quiet and peaceful getaway in the country with a beautiful view of the lake then this is the place for you! We had no issues throughout our stay. The owner, Kara, was very sweet and welcoming! The house is welcoming to all ages but perfect if you have little ones. We hope to come back one day and enjoy this beauty once again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
I'm glad you had a nice relaxing stay. It would be our pleasure to host your family again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

We enjoyed the serenity of being at the end of a no wake lake paired with the festival we just happened upon in Paw Paw on the weekend. Our host thought of EVERYTHING we could possibly need. If it was in a drawer there was a purpose for it. Everyone had their own space to relax and beautiful areas inside and outside the home to come together. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wally P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing weekend at the Lake

We had a wonderful time at this property. The house was clean and you could tell that the owner took good care of it. Between all of the little notes and even the small things like labeling the light switches this should be an example of how a rental experience should be. The house sits in the no wake portion of the lake, and there was a pontoon party a few houses down. If water sports are your thing the bigger portion of the lake has plenty of room for activities, but the wakes can be a little rough to paddle though. the 4 Kayaks provided allowed the whole family to paddle and enjoy the water. We didn't fish, but saw many people with lines in the water and cheering when they caught something. The town on the other side had jus about everything one could need and is only a 6 min drive away! Our time here was great and having stayed here has raised the bar for what a rental should be. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
It's great to hear you enjoyed your weekend at the lake and your stay at our cottage. Thank you for all of the kind feedback, your family was a pleasure to host!

About the host

Hosted by Kara

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We purchased this cottage to spend more time near family. Now with the ability to work from home, we enjoy spending as much time as we can in the area relaxing, playing, working, visiting, and just enjoying the small town lifestyle. Wanting to share this experience with others, opening our home away from home to guests by hosting was a perfect fit.

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is located on a no wake cove. This provides a space that is more private and quieter than the busy parts of the lake where we feel comfortable letting our kids kayak in front of the house without worrying about high speed boats. It is also only about 500 feet to get past the buoys to the all-sport portion of the lake where a wide range of water sports can be enjoyed.

What makes this property unique

Since we personally stay at the cottage on a regular basis we are consistently making small updates to make it more accommodating for ourselves and our guests. We strive to make our guest feel at home so they are able to relax and enjoy everything the area has to offer.

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