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Boating and Kayaking in Popular Sister Lakes

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Huckleberry House's view from the water
20' 2018 Pontoon Boat with 60hp outboard motor (extra charge for boat)
Boat docked at private pier for your entire stay. Life vests and gas included
Farmhouse decor, with coffee station w/Keurig and k-cups
Black stainless appliances, including dishwasher and central AC

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dowagiac, MI
  • Magician Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Andrews University
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Benton Harbor, MI (BEH-Southwest Michigan Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Boating and Kayaking in Popular Sister Lakes

If you're looking to enjoy the lake life, Huckleberry House is for you. Situated on popular Dewey Lake in SW Michigan in Sister Lakes. The lake home was designed for you and your family to have a great time. The 145' lakefront property is on the channel of Dewey Lake - go kayaking or fish right off the pier and enjoy the privacy of large trees and few neighbors. Visit the private beach just a quick walk down the street.

Dewey Lake has a sandbar where many anchor up together to have fun in the sun with family and friends.

Message me for our Pontoon Package. Yes, you can have access to a pontoon boat the entire time you're at the Huckleberry House.

Dogs allowed.

Property manager

Lori Boukas

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Bunk room can fit 5 kids!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only - $25 extra fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
Up to 2 dogs allowed.
7-night minimum stay during the summer months 3-night minimum others May allow less, but guest needs to pay cleaning fee $100

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dowagiac

Located in Dowagiac, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery and Contessa Wine Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and Wilding Plant Preserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

  • Magician Lake - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park - 23 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 23 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Silver Beach - 30 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Andrews University - 32 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 19 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak and Ash BBQ - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Indian Lake Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪TJ's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boating and Kayaking in Popular Sister Lakes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Boating and Kayaking in Popular Sister Lakes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boating and Kayaking in Popular Sister Lakes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Boating and Kayaking in Popular Sister Lakes located?

This family-friendly Dowagiac holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Magician Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Brown Lake and Danneffel Lake. Round Lake and Geer Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

eric l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quite

Nice and quite but a bit overpriced for a double wide
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Lovely stay at the Huckleberry House!

My family rented the Huckleberry house for 4 nights and we had an amazing time! Lori is a wonderful host, the area is cute with plenty of restaurants and the house was perfect for our family! We drove to Silver Beach on Lake Michigan which wasn’t too far and enjoyed Dewey lake. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

First Class Lake Living and the Pontoon is awesome!

My family absolutely loved the Huckleberry House experience. More than just a "stay" as we also rented the pontoon boat and it was a blast - daytime jaunts to the sand bar and evening sunset cruises. I loved the place and location- the sister Lakes are great with great restaurants. Only a half hour to visit St Joseph and Lake Michigan. Lori, the host is super communicative and professional. We could not ask for a better host. Thank you so much! It is a quick- 2 minute - walk to the private beach and the kayaks were fun for exploring. The layout of the house is awesome, and decorated with a modern yet comfy style with the main living room and kitchen in the center and bedrooms and baths on either side. The beds were comfortable and all the linens were quality and beautiful- even the beach towels. The bunks were perfect for the kids. We like to cook and we did not want for any utensils or containers. Well stocked with plates and bowls. Everything about the house is kept up - the grounds and the interior. I could go on and on..... A guaranteed hit for a Lake house rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

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

Amazing lake house

One of my favorite vacation stays so far. Not only was the house fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. The host was extremely nice and answered all my questions. I absolutely recommend this place to anyone who wants a quiet vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Great escape from reality

We enjoyed the quiet time for rest and relaxation. We rented the pontoon boat and loved swimming at the sandbar, putting around the lake and watching the sunsets on the water. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic R.

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

huckleberry house

Layout of the house was very nice. Everything we needed for meals was in the kitchen(pot, pans, etc) House was clean and ready to go when we arrived. Boat ran great all week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Repeat Stay

We had a great repeat stay at the Huckleberry House! Lori is a fantastic host, and we look forward to staying there again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Cute little lake house and town

Lori was a fantastic host! Super responsive, provided a lot of great info including some really good restaurant recommendations (check out Woodfire Trattoria if you’re in the area!), and made sure the house had everything we needed. The town is small so we spent most of our time using the kayaks and pontoon boat, but St. Joseph isn’t a far drive and has more to check out. If you’re looking for a peaceful place to stay and enjoy some water activities, as well as a cute house and wonderful host, I recommend Huckleberry House!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Awesome stay

It was very peaceful and relaxing. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene L.

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

Memorial weekend fun!

Wonderful home and location! We enjoyed our time at this lovely home over Memorial weekend! There are wonderful conversation areas around the property, inside, in screened/glass room, patio, and fire pit! We enjoyed the people boating down the channel, as everyone on the lake was friendly. The kitchen was well stocked with cook ware and spices. We used the grill to make a steak dinner and enjoyed it on the patio. We especially enjoyed their pontoon boat on Dewey Lake. We caught around 50 fish! So much fun!!! I also took the kayak provided down the channel. We couldn't have asked for a better stay. Everything was wonderful!!! We hope to be back again! Thank you, Lori!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

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

An amazing Labor Day weekend!

If you are looking for a rental that literally has everything except your clothes, then this is it! There was nothing we needed that this property didn’t have—and there were 10 of us (some needier than others…) The house was cute, the location was serene, and the lake was perfect. Such a fun getaway for our group of 4 adults and 6 kids (ages 8-14). Everyone was kept busy with fishing, swimming, boating and relaxing by the firepit. It was the best way to close out our summer, and Lori was a great host! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Family + Fun = Memories

Our stay at The Huckleberry House was Pure Michigan. Loving everything that Dewey Lake had to offer, we even took time to visit the beaches of Lake Michigan. Huckleberry House had all the comforts of home. Lori, my family had an amazing time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn M.

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

12th Anniversary Getaway

My husband & I, along with our dog, celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary with a trip to Huckleberry Lane & it was perfect! Early morning coffee on the deck, walks around the lake & fishing off the pier while enjoying all that nature had to offer on the channel. We also rented the pontoon which was definitely a nice add. We floated, made trips to the sand bar to cool off & watched the sunsets. The house was cute, comfortable & had all the accommodations needed. Lori was great at communicating with us. And we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

So Impressed!

From start to finish, Lori and Huckleberry House impressed us! We immediately felt welcomed and comfortable. The cottage is extremely clean and furnished like a dream. Whatever we needed, Lori had on hand — from plenty of towels to the smallest safety pin for our daughter’s blouse. We will most definitely be back for a return visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Great Lake House with a wonderful host

Lori answered any questions we had along the way. The house was comfortable and felt like home away from home. We loved the screened porch in the mornings. We paid extra for the boat and the family loved it! It was well worth the extra cost. Thank you for letting us stay at your cute lake house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ann Marie C., Lisle, Illinois

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

Quiet cabin retreat

I relaxing spot to unwind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan o.

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

Fantastic stay!

Wonderful home in a great location. This home was extremely well equipped and we were appreciative of all the extras that were available to us. The boat was a real treat we had lots of fun on the lake. Thank you for a great vacation!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey H.

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

Great Lake spot

Very nice place with all the amenities and access to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Matt M.

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

Owner was great to work with.

Property was as expected with the exception of some minor repair needed in the kitchen. Sadly, the weather didn’t cooperate so we didn’t get to take full advantage. The owner was very timely in communication and a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Great Place to Stay

It was really nice working with the owner. The house was clean and rooms as described. Great option to rent the boat for the weekend and awesome location being right on the channel to the lake. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Clean and comfortable

We found Huckleberry House to be exactly as described. This cottage had everything needed for our annual friend's get together. Beautifully decorated and stocked. They thought of everything. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Simple sanctuaryy

We had a wonderful stay during the week of our son's wedding. We were surrounded by friends and family, and when it was too much we could stay at our sweet little cottage and spend quiet time in nature before reconnecting. The cottage has every convenience and is comfortable, spacious and private. We will be back someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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

Long weekend getaway

We had a wonderful time enjoying Lake Dewey at Huckleberry House. My husband and I and our dog celebrated our first anniversary enjoying peaceful lake life. It was expected to rain a good part of our time there but we didn’t see a drop! We rented the Pontoon and that made the trip for us. That said if it rained there are things to enjoy in the area and host Lori has a great deal of flyers and information available. I have never seen as much much detailed information provided before. It is all put together to help you enjoy your stay. Great touch! For us the best part of the stay was the lake. We loved the Pontoon and kayaks. The lake is clean the channel the house sits on is naturally weedy. We caught fish off the pontoon and off the pier on the channel. We took the pontoon over to the sandbar marked on the lake with flags. We enjoyed lunch there and swam. Thanks Lori for your communication and hospitality! Our trip was exactly what we needed except one more day would have been great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

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

Wonderful Stay on the Lake

We had a wonderful time staying at Lori’s property. She did a great job of communicating everything both before we arrived and was meticulous in communicating about the house and area. The house was clean and beautifully decorated and had a perfect view of the water. We had a great time and hope to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Great lake house

We loved our stay in the house along with the use of the boat. We made a lot of friends at the sandbar, aka the island. Loved the restaurants and breweries. We brought our bikes and loved biking around on the quiet roads. Can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lori Boukas

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HI, I love to travel and know what's important to families when away from home. This is your vacation and I try very hard to make sure everyone has a great and memorable experience. Thanks for your interest in the Huckleberry House.

Cheers, Lori

Why they chose this property

The perfect lake house with a rustic beach theme and tons of charm await you and your family. Three bedrooms, 2 full baths, huge family room, perfect for kids and grandparents alike. Has a 3-season porch that leads out to a patio and a pier where the fishing is great! There's a pontoon boat ready for rental at the private dock! The Sister Lakes area has been hosting families for generations - come make your own memories.

What makes this property unique

Come Play at the Lake!
On the Water:
- Kayaking: Glide through the lake, viewing wildlife
- Sunset Cruises: Rent a pontoon, absorb the beauty of Mother Nature
- Sandbar Bliss: Cruise to the sandbar, float on noodles, and swim until you get pruney
- Sandy Beach: Walk/take the pontoon to the sandy beach, make memories with sandcastles, rock skipping, or soaking in the sun
- Fishing Fun: Bring your fishing poles and cast a line

Outdoor Excitement:
- BBQ: Grill up nourishment with friends and family
- S'mores Delight: Gather around the fire under the stars, crafting delicious s'mores for the perfect evening treat
- Family Tournament: Gather the family for a Bags or Bocce Ball game - friendly competition by the lake is a blast!

Indoor Bliss:
- Morning Serenity: Wake up to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, sipping it on the enclosed porch
- Movie Nights: Immerse yourself in cinematic experiences on the 65" Smart TV
- Game Nights: Challenge your crew to all-night Rummikub sessions or other board games/puzzles
- Culinary Delights: Cook up a storm in the fully furnished kitchen, from pizzas to blended drinks

Family-Friendly Amenities:
- Essential+ Stock: The house is loaded with toiletries, kitchen extras like spices, paper, and soap for a hassle-free stay
- Comforts of Home: Provided bed linens, towels, beach gear, and all the necessities for a relaxing retreat
- Dog-Friendly Paradise: Bring your furry friends along – we've got dog bowls and old towels for muddy cleanups

And More:
- Relaxation: Take it easy – sleep in, read a book, or go for long walks
- Explore: Discover the delights of Sister Lakes – restaurants, ice cream, live bands, wineries, casinos, hiking trails, golfing, and more
- Lake Michigan Excursions: Venture to St Joseph or South Haven for Lake Michigan beaches, shopping, and more

Languages:

English
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