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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
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TV, Netflix, streaming services

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 774 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Nottawa, MI
  • Lake Templene
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Saint Joe Valley Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Evans Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the area

Sturgis

On waterfront.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sand Lake County Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Templene with a stay here. Demijohn Lake and Saint Joe Valley Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sand Lake County Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Templene - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Saint Joe Valley Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Evans Lake - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Island Hills Golf Club - 8 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Prairie Lake Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gibby's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Royal Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottages on Sand Lake - The Lazy Lakehouse

Relaxing two bedroom cottage with a view located right on the water. With a deck to sit outside and enjoy your morning coffee. This lakehouse cottage is thoughtfully decorated in a nautical theme. Sunroom right off living room facing the water. Great fishing right from the dock or you can take a row boat out for further adventures. Paddle boat, row boats, paddle boards and kayaks are also provided. Sand Lake County Park located two blocks away to put your boat in. Sand lake is a 102 acre all sports lake with great fishing. Property does have a cement seawall at the water. The Lake House is one of five properties we rent out on the property.

This cozy cottage is perfect for four, but it can sleep up to seven. There are two bedrooms, plus a queen sleeper sofa in the sunroom which can be used as a third bedroom as well as a futon sofa in the living room. One bedroom with queen mattress and one bedroom with a twin bunk bed. The kitchen is small but does allows for meal preparation for dining, and an outdoor grill is also provided to dine on the deck. We also provide WIFI and smart TV with Hulu, Espn+ and Disney+ are included. Family games and puzzles are also provided for late nights in.


Located on Sand Lake in Nottawa Township in Amish country, it’s just a quick 30 minute drive 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. Water trampoline, life jackets and yard games available also. Plenty to go around. 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.



The lake is clean and not excessively "weedy". Sand lake does have a sandy bottom! There are no lilly pads. My kids love jumping right off the dock! The lake does have a cement seaswall. 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 has a huge ice cream shop in the back. Great made to order pizza and burgers too! 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 breed and size of your pet when making your reservation. You will also be required to agree to our pet policy.


All guests must be disclosed and on your reservation! No parties or family gatherings are allowed. The lakefront 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.


Keypad on front door for entry. We are available by phone anytime if needed. Large parking lot on property but only two parking spots available for this cottage.


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 be aware that it’s takes up to 4 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.

Property manager

Jennifer Burton

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Yard

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Cottages on Sand Lake - The Lazy Lakehouse Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to get away from it all!

Working for a CPA means being unable to get away during the typical spring break. So I always try to take a trip in early May. This year it was me, my adult son and adult niece. We come to Michigan often but usually stay in a hotel. This year I decided to try something different, and I'm very glad I did. The cottage sits right on the lake, you can hear the sounds of the water from the sunroom. There were all kinds of boats & kayaks available along with a gas grill and a fire pit. My son loved being able to fish right off of the dock and both kids had a good time rowing across the lake to the nearby beach. It was close enough for us to make our annual trek to Fort Custer National Cemetery and enjoy an afternoon in Battle Creek. Everything is exceptionally clean and there are lots of little touches including items you may not have thought to bring with you. The host is very communicative and helpful. We hope to visit again in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Cabin

A cute cabin with a very nice lake! Walking distance to the wedding we were attending at Twin Gables Event Center. This place fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, peaceful, comfortable

Great Lake side, pleasant atmosphere and convenient. Had a great time. Property management, Jenny, was very helpful and attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we needed!

Comfortable & clean with a wonderful view of the lake! Relaxing from the moment we arrived…the a/c was on and we got settled in immediately! Great weekend…already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely lake getaway

Cozy, beautiful and quiet. Truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Very clean, nice ammenities. Would love to come back in the summer. Great place for multiple familes/groups to stay together (in multiple cottages).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D., Kalamazoo, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Momof4

Beautiful property and wonderful property owner. We loved staying here. The cabin was clean and very comfortable. We look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sand Lake Rentals

We had a great time at the lake, they have tons of water toys. small boat, kayaks, paddle boards, inflatables, life vests etc. We loved the easy access, some lake cottages can be difficult to find. Not these, It’s literally right off the main road.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mish B., Waterbury, VT

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

You can’t beat a spot right on the lake! Thanks to Jenny for great communication and an easy process for our trip to Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karolynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Get-Away

We had a relaxing weekend at the cottage. Loved the decor, it looked even better than in the pictures. And the cottage is overlooking the lake so you can sit in the sun room to watch the water or sit on the deck. There is also a hammock near the door of the cottage that was great for reading a book and viewing the water. The cottage was clean and well socked with all of the essentials. We walked to the gas station for pizza and ice cream. Jennifer was very responsive and easy to work with. We loved our stay and would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023