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Lorlee - A Large and Luxurious Lakefront Cottage!

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OVERVIEW: The front of the house in the summer.
OVERVIEW: The private dock on Dewey Lake. Note the sandy beach area and sandy lake bottom, which is great for kids!
OVERVIEW: The wonderful new outdoor bonfire ring and outdoor dining table, both with great views of the lake!
OVERVIEW: The main living room and dining area next to kitchen.
OVERVIEW: The huge, newly remodeled, and gorgeous luxury kitchen!

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
7 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 20278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Dowagiac, MI
  • Place, Magician Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Notre Dame Stadium
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

BATHROOM #1 (FIRST FLOOR)

BATHROOM #2 (FIRST FLOOR)

BATHROOM #3 (FIRST FLOOR)

BATHROOM #4 (SECOND FLOOR)

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lorlee - A Large and Luxurious Lakefront Cottage!

This is a beautiful, large, and rather luxurious home on Dewey Lake in the Sister Lakes area of Dowagiac. It has a very fun private lakefront on Dewey Lake, with a private dock and a small private beach area. Completely gated yard, tons of outdoor furniture, and a fire ring for bonfires and s'mores! Sleeps 20 with 7 bedrooms, 13 beds, and 3.5 bathrooms! The home is dog-friendly and child-friendly and is truly a wonderful lakefront getaway for families and groups both large and small!


NEIGHBORHOOD:

Dewey Lake itself is one of the group of 6 lakes that make up Sister Lakes. Dewey Lake has a colorful history which includes the Dewey Lake monster. A dock going out into Dewey Lake is provided during the summer months and guests are very welcome to use the dock for their boats or other watercraft (jet skis, kayaks, etc.). Note that no boats or other watercraft are included with the rental. Please also note that Garrett Road runs between the house and lake.

The geographic location of the vacation home in the heart of southwest Michigan makes it a great location for families and/or groups that are looking to visit any part of southwest Michigan, including Lake Michigan, the numerous cute little beach towns along Lake Michigan including New Buffalo, Saint Joseph and South Haven, and the hip and fun university town of Kalamazoo, which is home to both Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo College. There are several famous wineries in the area including Tabor Hill Winery and St. Julian Winery. The vacation home is also not too far from southwest Michigan's ski resorts of Timber Ridge, Bittersweet, and Swiss Valley. Four Winds Casino and Resort is also not far from this vacation home.

We truly believe that this vacation rental cottage provides a great location for groups and families to stay while visiting anywhere in southwest Michigan and we would love to have you stay at the cottage!


THE SPACE:

The home was completed remodeled over 2022-2023 and it's now truly gorgeous and quite luxurious! This large vacation home actually sleeps 20 with 7 bedrooms, 13 beds, and 3.5 bathrooms! ​(Two of the bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms are on the first floor with the remaining five bedrooms and a bathroom on the second floor.) This vacation rental home has a very nice dock on Dewey Lake, private lakefront, completely gated yard, a very nice deck with lots of outdoor furniture, a large state-of-the art gas grill, and a fire ring for bonfires and s'mores! The home is also set-up for playing disc golf in both the front yard and the back yard. (Neither discs nor frisbees are provided though.)

It features a very large and highly functional kitchen for cooking delicious meals. The kitchen has all large and high-end stainless steel appliances including multiple ovens, indoor grill, a double refrigerator, both a dishwasher and dish drawers, a wine cooler, and a separate beverage cooler. The home has a dining area next to the kitchen, a lovely living room with a fireplace and a nice view of Dewey Lake, and a separate family room with a large flat screen television (with live-streaming) and its own fireplace. The cottage has a nice, large laundry room on the first floor that includes a washer and dryer.

The cottage is fully-insulated, rented year-round, and it is fully heated via a powerful forced natural gas furnace. A new $20,000 multi-zone central air conditioning system (with some bedrooms having their own additional A/C unit) was installed in the house in 2019 and it works great at cooling the house in the summer! This vacation rental home is both pet-friendly and child-friendly and is truly a wonderful location for families and groups both large and small!


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

1) CAMERAS: Please note that outdoor security cameras are present at the property. There are no indoor cameras though.
2) PARKING: There is only enough room for parking in the driveway for 3 vehicles. It is possible to park up to 3 additional cars along the road from May through October though. Thus, parking is limited to just 3 vehicles from November through April and only up to 6 vehicles from May through October.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
3) QUIET HOURS: For the sake of the neighbors, it is expected that guests will keep noise to a minimum after 10:00 PM until at least 8:00 AM.
5) CLEANING FEE: The cleaning fee is required for all stays and is not negotiable.
6) MINIMUM AGE: We require that all guests be 21 years old or else accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

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
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

About the area

Dowagiac

Located in Sister Lakes, this holiday home is on the beach. Wilding Plant Preserve and Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and Howard Performing Arts Center.
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Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Silver Beach - 25 min drive - 37.3 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 46 min drive - 54.0 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 48 min drive - 93.2 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 49 min drive - 54.3 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 16 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wright Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Indian Lake Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪BT's Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lutz's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lorlee - A Large and Luxurious Lakefront Cottage! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Lorlee - A Large and Luxurious Lakefront Cottage!?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lorlee - A Large and Luxurious Lakefront Cottage! on 13 May 2026 start from AU$950, 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 Lorlee - A Large and Luxurious Lakefront Cottage!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lorlee - A Large and Luxurious Lakefront Cottage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lorlee - A Large and Luxurious Lakefront Cottage!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lorlee - A Large and Luxurious Lakefront Cottage! located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Magician Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Brown Lake and Danneffel Lake. Round Lake and Pine Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was a picture. Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once again we had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect! It was comfortable for our large gathering. Amazing kitchen, well equipped! Wonderful fireplace and sitting areas with tons of windows facing the lake.Absolutely top notch.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tasos H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice location with a nice property, great grill and kitchen, a lot of indoor space to rest and enjoy some great time near the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was huge and beautiful. Outdoor area was so cute, with amazing views of the lake. Perfect for a weekend getaway with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laurette R.

Lorlee the place to bring family together!

We absolutely love this cottage on Dewey Lake! I've stayed here several times before and keep coming back every Thanksgiving with my big family. It's always super clean, cozy and perfectly set up for my big family for a relaxing stay. The lake views are beautiful, and the space fits our whole crew comfortably. We have also been there in the summer and that is PERFECT too! Highly recommended!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve v.

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

Family vaca

Everything was smooth. Great location on water( street in between). Great place for large group
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Family vacation

We had an excellent time and the house was amazing! Everything you can imagine was in the kitchen... unbelievable!! The house was extremely well maintained and our entire family thoroughly enjoyed themselves for the week Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the stay was great. We had a couple questions, but nothing urgent. The questions we did have were answered very quickly. Anyone that stays there should go to “Amanda’s” and bring a pie back for ice cream and coffee.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The outdoor space was fantastic and easily accommodated our group, making it perfect for gathering and relaxing. The kitchen, with its large island, was ideal for cooking and serving meals together. Beds were very comfortable, and there were plenty of towels for everyone. The host was quick to respond to any questions or issues that came up. Overall, we had a great time and would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget D.

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

Weekend get away!

The property was beautiful with a scenic lake view. It was very spacious and had everything you could want or need. We hope to stay again in the future! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Lakeside hideaway

Super cozy and way bigger on the inside than you might expect. Everyone had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Lorelee Vacation Home

The home was absolutely beautiful, and Kristin was fantastic. I loved it. She answered our questions and calls immediately. I will definitely be returning. The home was so clean comfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ciara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for big groups! The kitchen is incredible and the house overall is very roomy with good sized bedrooms. The dock is across the street from the property & not continuous with the grass yard which is hard to tell from photos but overall did not impact our stay! Quiet road with friendly neighbors & we’ll definitely come back next year if they’ll have us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

teresa f.

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

Great place!

Love this home! We enjoyed the comforts and awesome kitchen area! The outdoor patio was spacious and never too sunny! Lake area was great- we rented a boat and the grandchildren loved every minute! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Weekend with friends

Amazing house! Would love to stay there again. Everything you need for a lake trip with plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

October 2025 Stay

We had an incredible stay at Lorlee, and it truly exceeded all of our expectations. From the moment we arrived, it felt like a special place designed for making memories. Kristin, the property manager, was outstanding. She was always available, responded immediately, and went above and beyond to help us with anything we needed, including coordinating our pontoon boat rental and docking on Dewey Lake. That level of attentiveness made the entire experience stress-free. The home itself is stunning. The kitchen is enormous and incredibly well stocked, allowing us to cook an elegant meal for our entire group. The layout made it easy for everyone to gather, relax, and still have space. We loved spending our evenings around the firepit, and the disc golf course set up around the property kept us all entertained day and night. It was such a fun, unique touch that everyone enjoyed. The lake access, dock, and private beach area made days on the water effortless. On top of all that, the locals in town were so friendly and welcoming. It really added to the charm of the whole trip. This place is perfect for large groups, families, or anyone looking for a luxurious, fun, and relaxing lakefront getaway. We would absolutely stay here again and recommend it without hesitation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Winter wonderland fun!

My family and I rented this beautiful lake house and enjoyed the snow, some sledding, the warm fireplaces and just being together as a family. It was plenty big enough for all of us, the yard was perfect for the kids to run around and play in the snow, and the kitchen was great for our family dinners! Any questions we had were answered immediately and check in/check out was smooth because of the great communication we had throughout the process! We had a wonderful stay and can’t wait to come back to try it out during the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laurette R.

Fantastic stay

I was invited to stay at Lorlee for a big family birthday celebration week! The house is newly thoroughly renovated - and gorgeously done. The kitchen with all top notch new appliances is spacious and perfect for hanging out and cooking together. We are already planning on coming back and doing it again next year - for sure new family tradition. I can highly recommend any stay at Lorlee.
Verified

8/10 Good

Doreen L.

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

Lovely Home

Our stay for the most part was really wonderful. The home is simply gorgeous. There was plenty of room for everyone with having the seven bedrooms that were all also very lovely. The kitchen is out of this world. We never had so much cold storage in our lives. The property manager was wonderful When we had issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Awesome Home

Beautiful home, wonderful kitchen with a huge Island and great family gathering spaces. Outdoor BBQ Grill, and pit were enjoyed, even though the weather was cool. We did an Easter Egg Hunt in the spacious yard. So many things were stocked, and every utensil you could want was there. Ice maker, 2 wine fridges, cooling drawers for pop, water, beer and canned beverages. There was ample refrigerator space. It was all that was advertised and more.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Perfect vacation setting…

The LoraLee provided the perfect set up for 20 family members across three generations to come together for the week. The home is comfortably decorated with many upscale amenities including a dream kitchen to not only prepare food for the masses but also enough space to all enjoy a meal and socialize together. In summary, the home provided all the getaway comforts of home required. Kristin was a dream host to work with —. We hope to be back!.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Michigan Lakeside perfection

We had a wonderful family reunion last week in Michigan. The home was all that we could have hoped for. Plenty of room for our 3 generations and 17 family members. The carpet kept things quiet and comfortable.New kitchen was very well appointed, with plenty of fridge space to accommodate. Outdoor area including grill was great for our large group. Really a perfect place to enjoy the summer and the Sister Lakes area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

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

Family vacation

This was overall a wonderful vacation for our family! The only downfall was the road that had to be crossed to get to the lake. It is a VERY busy road and vehicles drive very fast unaware of people crossing. Kristin was amazing and brought us some cones and signs that helped some but unfortunately that part is not able to be controlled. The surrounding fence keeps kids and pets in and safe but just be careful when anyone leave the yard. The house was beautiful and lake was warm and kids were able to swim and reach the bottom quite a ways out. Amazing fire out in back to sit and relax with plenty of yard space for games and kids to play!!Wonderful week spent with our family and would go back for sure!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

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Hosted by Agape Vacation Rentals

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We are a team of experienced vacation rental management professionals who manage a rapidly growing portfolio of vacation rental properties throughout all of Michigan, including the Upper Peninsula. We are based out of Beulah, Michigan, in the northwestern corner of the Lower Peninsula on the beautiful shores of Crystal Lake!

We pursue our work from a Christian basis and perspective. Our motto is "Live. Love. Bless." and we truly try to provide an exceptional experience for guests. We also work to provide excellent income for vacation property owners while caring for their homes and property.

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