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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 663.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sturgis, MI
  • Sand Lake County Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Lake Templene
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Saint Joe Valley Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sturgis, MI (IRS-Kirsch Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin

Small cottage on beautiful all sports Sand Lake. Thoughtfully decorated in a rustic fishing cabin theme. One of 5 rentals we have on the lake. Lake access just steps from the cottage with a deck to enjoy the beautiful view. Sand Lake County Park located two blocks away to put your boat in. This is a classic Michigan inland lake. Sand lake is a 102 acre lake with great fishing. Property does have a cement seawall at the water.

This cozy cottage is good for four, but it can sleep up to six. There is only one bedroom with a queen mattress plus a queen sleeper sofa in the main living area as well as a futon sofa. The kitchen allows for meal preparation for dining, and an outdoor grill is also provided on the attached deck. Nice view of the lake and deck facing the water. WIFI and Roku TV with Hulu and Disney+ are included. Family games and puzzles are also provided for your enjoyment.


Located in Amish country just 30 minutes to Shipshewana for flea market shopping (May - Sept.) and great Amish culture and cuisine. Yoder’s Country Market a 4 minute drive towards Centerville. Great golfing nearby with Island Hills Golf Club being just a 6 minute drive and St. Joe County Golf Club less then a mile away. Swiss Valley Ski and snowboard area 34 minutes away for winter time fun!


Paddle boat, row boats, paddle boards and kayaks available for free but are shared among all cottage guests. First come, first shared. Large floating mat, water trampoline, life jackets and yard games available also. All 3 docks are shared and available for guests to use. The Lakefront is a common area and shared by other guests. We also have a large fire pit in the common area. Please enjoy! BYOW :)


The lake is clean and not excessively "weedy". There are no lilly pads. My kids love jumping right off the dock! Lakefront does have a cement seawall. If you prefer a more "beachy" experience, there is a sandy beach located at the county park just a few blocks or kayak ride away!


A well stocked convince store, Sand Lake Grocery, is just a block away and sells amazingly good brats and ice cream! A definite must.

We do allow pets with a $50 per pet fee which must be collected separately after you make your reservation. Please include the size and breed of your pet when making your reservation. You will also be required to agree to our pet policy.


Keypad on front door for entry. We are available by phone anytime if needed.


Large parking lot on property. Cottage has one parking spot in front of the cottage and one more in parking lot. Two spots total.

This is lake property right on the water of a small lake. It is close to its neighbors and the other cottages we own.


If you would like early check in or late check out I will do my best to accommodate. There is a fee of $20 per hour. Please just be aware that it takes up to 3 hours to clean and do laundry in between guests so availability is subject to prior/future guests requests.


Damage deposit is just a pre-authorization on credit card and is automatically released 5 days after departure.


All guests must be disclosed and on your reservation! No parties or family gatherings are allowed. The lakefront area is for registered guests only. We do this to keep the swimming area uncrowded and enjoyable for all of our guests. If your reservation is for less then the allowed number of guests at your cottage then you may request to have visitors (only up to the allowed number of guests) but permission must be obtained before hand. If you would like to have a family gathering we recommend Sand Lake County Park. Unauthorized guests will result in a $100 per day fee.

Property manager

Jennifer Burton
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
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: limit 2 total
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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
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

About the area

Sturgis

Located in Sturgis, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hidden Marsh Sanctuary and Sand Lake County Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Colon Community Park and South Lanes Family Fun Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Sturgis, MI

What's nearby

  • Sand Lake County Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Templene - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Saint Joe Valley Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Evans Lake - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Island Hills Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Prairie Lake Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gibby's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Royal Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottages on Sand Lake - The Fishing Cabin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sand Lake County Park, Lake Templene and Demijohn Lake. Saint Joe Valley Golf Course and Evans Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kevin O.

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

wonderful

cozy clean very very relaxing our third stay at this location our host Jennifer went above and beyond to please us!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

In town stay

We came to town for a funeral and wanted a little place to getaway from all the commotion which comes with that. Was a cute little cabin right on the water. Was very easy to communicate with the owner and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

carrie w., united states

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

Great stay

My husband and I stayed one night. It was a very nice location and a beautiful view from the deck. We will likely be back during warmer months to take advantage of the kayaks and fishing. The host was wonderful to work with!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna T.

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

Peaceful cottage overlooking the lake to refresh

We had a recent death in the family and another brother in the hospital in the area. A peaceful place after the high emotions. Thank you for this peaceful place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Phenomenal

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Cozier than a motel!

Cozy, comfortable and clean lakeside cabin. Well appointed. Host accommodated our late request as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

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

Cozy cottage on the lake

Nice cozy cottage on the lake. There was plenty to do on the lake. They provided some rowboats, kayaks, and a paddle boat. The fishing from the docks was also really good. Would definitely go back there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shana W.

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

Family visit

We needed a place to stay in the area to visit family. Clean, Homey and Beautiful Scenery! Our sons were able to get out and canoe the lake one evening. The host was very accommodating. They had yard games, board games and movie channels for rainy days. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Diana C.

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

Sand Lake Getaway

Relaxing stay at Sand Lake Cottages! Shady deck directly on the water for grilling or chilling. Lots of water toys suck as kayaks and paddle boards. We will definitely be back ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent B., Lexington

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

A true cottage experience

My wife and I had a wonderful time at the Cottages at Sand Lake. If you are like us, and previously had never experienced a true cottage on a lake then we would highly recommend staying here. The lake is amazing because of how small it is, yet vast on how much sunshine you can really bask in from early mornings to late afternoons. We were fortunate enough to be there in an awesome weather pattern and fully enjoy lake life. The cottage itself: The back deck is pretty spectacular with the view of the lake, and just to start your day with a morning coffee. The use of the boats, paddle boards, and kayaks were awesome as well. The cottage itself is rustic and has a "vintage cottage" charm about it. This place is not for the party goers, but for the people or family trying to stop and relax at an incredible lake with awesome hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dan T.

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

Very good overall

We enjoyed our stay, but a few little things would have made a big difference towards a higher rating. The TV had Ruko, but no instructions on the rest of the settings. The channel on the main TV got changed, and we have no idea how to get it back to anything that was viewable. Minor, but just thought I’d mention it. Also, future guests should know that the small air conditioning unit does have a “high” setting. And again, no real instructions for that, and we didn’t discover it until the last day. It meant that the house got really, really hot during the daytime, it was hard to keep cool. Other than that, the lake view is great, the grounds are fine, and it was a good stay. The hosts were great, and we got to meet them as we checked in, and they may check in and check out very easy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Katherine W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

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

our review

The house and everything was just wonderful. We didn't have a good time, not because of the owner or the property, but because of a case of siatica for my husband. I can highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a lakefront cottage, consider this one.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Fun lake house

We had a really great time staying at the cabin. Lots of fun things to do on the lake! Kayaking, paddle boarding, paddle boating, water trampoline, fishing and swimming. The cabin had everything we needed both inside and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

The best cottage

This little cottage is more than I could have expected, Amenities were numerous, the view amazing, and was very clean. I would love to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eunice O.

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

Great cabin

We, along with our dogs, had a great time staying here. It was quiet, the neighbors were friendly, and the ice cream next door was delicious! We used the grill for every meal, the kayaks and paddle boards were so fun to use, and our dogs loved lounging on the deck. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Awesome lake cottage

Cottage was great, party store has a lot nearby. Grew up in the area so it was a blast being on Sand Lake again. I will definitely keep this in mind when we are in town again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Burton

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Busy blended family of 7! We love to travel but also love our home base lake house on Sand Lake! We love to be able to share it with others so that they can make lasting lake house memories too!

Why they chose this property

We bought the property in 2021 with the hopes that our family of 7 can enjoy it and to be able to share with other families also. We hope that you can make lasting memories!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests