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Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country

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Charming cottage walking distance to Warren Dunes State Park
Cozy up to the fire at Blue Door Cottage
Living room with fireplace, new queen sofa bed, new chair & ottoman, recliner
Living room with fireplace, new queen sofa bed, new chair & ottoman, recliner
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Sawyer, MI
  • Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Weko Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country

Blue Door Cottage is a family friendly year-round retreat situated in a private wooded location with backyard adjacent to Warren Dunes State Park. Cozy up to gas log fireplace in the living room that easily turns on with the flip of a switch. With two bedrooms, spacious kitchen, and living room with new queen-sized sofa bed, the cottage can accommodate up to 6 people. Enjoy a meal on the large deck with choice of gas or charcoal grill. In the surrounding area known as Harbor Country, enjoy antique shops, restaurants, bakeries, wineries, microbreweries, distilleries, art galleries, boutiques and more. Walk into Warren Dunes State Park on a path through the trees at the end of the cul-de-sac. Down the road towards Red Arrow Highway is a great produce market open seasonally and The Beach Bucket for ice cream and snacks.

Only one dog under 50 lbs allowed $95 nonrefundable fee applies. Contact owner for pre-approval on exceptions to the pet limit/size. Please include dog breed and weight. Additional fees may apply.

Property manager

Justin Alter
Premier Host

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 4:00 PM
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 2 pets total)
Contact owner with exceptions prior to booking
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dog must be leashed at all times outdoors.
Dog must be crated when left unattended.
No smoking in the house. No marijuana use on the property at all.

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

About the area

Sawyer

Located in Sawyer, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Captain Mike's Fun Park and Waikiki Jacks. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sawyer, MI

What's nearby

  • Warren Dunes State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Captain Mike's Fun Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cherry Beach - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Weko Park - 8 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 15 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wolverine Gardens - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Bucket - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Getaway Cubbie Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Door Cottage steps from Warren Dunes State Park in charming Harbor Country located?

This family-friendly Sawyer cottage is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Warren Dunes State Park and Lake Michigan. Captain Mike's Fun Park and Warren Dunes State Park Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

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

Exactly what we needed

We needed a late March getaway from the city and this was perfect. Justin has thought of everything. The house is very comfortable--both living room and beds. Nice decorated. Great water pressure. All the conveniences of home. Very quiet, close to the park and to restaurants. We'll definitely go again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

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

Cozy little cottage in great location

The check in process was easy and the home was just as described. Comfortable and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

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

Great stay!

As advertised, love our visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Carleta T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location!

Loved the location right next to Warren Dunes State Park.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Perfect location to enjoy harbor country!

Absolutely charming little cottage in an excellent location. Very comfortable for two adults and two little kids. This is our second summer in Sawyer, and we would definitely come back here for a third.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

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

Relaxing, comfortable, fun

We have stayed twice, lovely and comfortable both stays. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

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

Amazing Experience

Great location, great home, GREAT HOST!! Our 2 boys loved everything about our trip. Quick drive to beautiful beaches or take the scenic route and walk the path and over the gorgeous dunes! House was very clean and well equipped with everything we needed and more. Justin was extremely responsive to any questions we had and went above and beyond. Highly recommend Blue Door Cottage, we will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen B.

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

November Stay

Property was very clean. Fireplace didn’t work; it was cold in there. Expensive for cold house and no condiments or salt and pepper.Check in too late and check out too early.no
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie O.

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

Peaceful fall retreat

We enjoyed our short stay at the property. Our only concern is the intermittent wifi signal strength. The property had an amazing number of DVDs, CDs, games and books for entertainment that does not involve a TV!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Great location, great experience

I've stayed at a number of places on Lake Michigan. This one is great because you can walk right into Warren Dunes State Park - it's literally 100 feet from the house. It's also near Sawyer and, so, a coffee shop, a grocery store, and several (pretty good) restaurants.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Perfect for us!

Our long weekend was quiet, peaceful & relaxing! Cottage was as advertised. Loved that it was walking distance to Warren Dunes State Park, the meat market & farmers market!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sara K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This house was in a great location and close to multiple area attractions. Overall, the house was delightful however needed a few spots deep cleaned. Bed and towels were nice and clean. Bed was comfortable and lots of great dvds and games were available. The outside of the house and landscaping appeared to need some TLC but didn’t affect our stay overall. Covered table on the back deck was nice, and we relaxed there at times. Thanks for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa M.

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

Long weekend

House is in great location right next to Warren Dunes State Park. Turkeys and deer walking around. Had everything as advertised. House was clean. Could use a little maintenance such as slow bathtub drain and dusty air vent or two. Deck was a nice place to eat meals. Back yard around fire pit was messed up didn’t use it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

Right next to Warren Dunes park!

Love all the colorful touches in house. Beds were both comfy. My husband really appreciated that all the windows were locked upon our arrival (very rare). Lots of good restaurants nearby. Nice outdoor seating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

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

Nice weekend

Nice, cozy cabin within walking distance to Lake Michigan and dunes state park!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

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

Lovely Summer Stay

My husband and I and our two girls enjoyed everything about this cottage and our stay in Sawyer. We come yearly and this was our favorite house yet. It is super quiet, watching deer and turkey in the yard, easy access to the park, plenty of comfortable living space and conveniences in the home. We never needed to contact Justin, but he was responsive before and after. This area is wonderful for a classic family lake trip. We enjoyed his collection of DVDs for the one night we didn't go climb Old Baldy. Highly recommend and will book for next year soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atanacio G.

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

Excellent experience!

Everything went smoothly. My only complaint is that the bed was too soft but most rentals don’t have firm mattresses. That has been my experience. I will rent this cabin again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blade L.

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

Guys trip

Perfect place for 4 guys to stay while on a fishing trip. Enjoyed the outside porch and fire pit. The grill was very handy for us. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

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

Great stay enjoyed our time

The property was very nice located in a quiet area and was in a great location to surrounding areas. Was peaceful relaxing place. Enjoyed our time there and look forward to coming back in the future. Property well kept and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

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

We had a wonderful stay!

Peaceful, comfortable, and spacious accommodations. We had some great coffee with the Ninja coffee maker, and appreciated the extras. Very close access to Warren Dunes, local breweries and wineries. We happened to have great weather but even if not, the stay would have been wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair H.

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

Fantastic location

We had an amazing stay at the Blue Door Cottage. The space was clean and cozy and had all the necessary amenities. We all loved the outdoor space, especially our pup. The proximity to the beach was our favorite part and we loved our daily walk through the woods to get there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

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

Just what we were looking for!

Adorable cottage- perfect for our family of 4. Its proximity to Warren Dunes was ideal. I’m sure we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon W.

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

Great getaway

Excellent communications with very respectful host. Incredible location for everything along SW Michigan coast especially with Warren Dunes just steps away. Quiet and friendly neighbors too
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

G, Naperville

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

Loved it.

Cute place with a nice little yard for a dog. Short walk to Warren Dunes and steps away from a fruit stand.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Very Quiet

Loved the house and location it does need some new Mattress in both bedrooms but other than that enjoyed my stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Justin Alter

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