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Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake

Cute barn shaped cabin on a great pontooning, fishing and kayaking lake.
Upstairs bedroom with free standing tub with hand held shower. Lower level has kitchenette and living room with a pull out couch. Includes refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, outdoor grill with side burner. Outdoor shower. Connects by channel to all sports Donnell Lake.
Less than 30 miles from Notre Dame Stadium and 6 miles to Swiss Valley Ski Lodge.

Property manager

Tammy Wilson

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Cozy Cabin on Lewis Lake
Be Our On Lewis Lake Vandalia
Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake Cottage
Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake Vandalia
Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake Cottage Vandalia

About the area

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Vandalia, MI

What's nearby

  • Donnell Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Paradise Lake - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Diamond Lake - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Corey Lake - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Swiss Valley Ski Area - 15 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 26 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Happy Landing Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Chalet - Swiss Valley - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Parlor - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Appolonis Ristorante E - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sherry Lee's Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Donnell Lake and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Paradise Lake. Diamond Lake and Swiss Valley Ski Area are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Be Our Guest-House on Lewis Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Weekend trip
Fun getaway on the lake. With Kayaks, Paddle boat, and many other things included that made our stay memorable. Very clean and comfortable place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Relaxing & Peaceful
Such a beautiful setting on the lake ! Highly recommend !!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Quiet, peaceful, and wonderful!!
Tammy and Sally were very nice and made certain our stay was pleasant. Would recommend to everyone of how nice they were and the lakeside cottage was comforting. Thank you very much for the nice getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M., Lafayette, Indiana

Relaxation
Very nice and quiet. Cute little property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Lewis Lake Guest House
We enjoyed our stay at Lewis Lake and that we could take our dog along! The hosts were easy to talk to and the house had all that you'd need. The house is a good location for activities in Northern Indiana or Lake Michigan. Lewis Lake was a quiet peaceful lake and the hosts had a paddle boat and kayaks we could use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney K.

Wonderful time!
We went for a summer vacation and had everything we could have wanted at our fingertips, kayaks, paddle boat, lily pad, comfy chairs to hang out on. We loved our stay and will definitely be back! Our hosts couldn't have been more nice and generous. Such a beautiful setting and place. Can't wait to return next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

July Vacation
Tammy and Sally were great!! Very accommodating, lots of extras in the rental and very clean. A wonderful week. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Nephews wedding
We came to Michigan for our nephews wedding. We are from Pennsylvania. We loved the house. Tammy’s hospitality is amazing. Everything you need is there. Weather was a little cold want to go back so we can use the paddle boats. Thank you for everything. Definitely a great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey L.

Amazing Property!
You can tell Tammy and Sally put every effort and thought to making sure this house had everything you could need for an amazing weekend! The patio, outdoor shower, lily pad and kayaks were our favorite parts! The house was very clean and super cute. We can’t wait to come back for another great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim B., Bensenville , il

Relaxing lake house
Such a great property. Well managed and maintained. Excellent location. Owners are easy to communicate with and friendly . Lake was beautiful and quiet. Best fishing and kayaking We experienced in the area. Great amenities such as kayaks , paddle boat and fire pits . We Will be staying again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Cozy Lake Getaway
This was a beautiful home that is warm, inviting, comfortable and relaxing. The property owners are incredibly friendly and attentive, and have 3 wonderful dogs. The guest home offers a large deck and gazebo overlooking the lake. The hostesses offer a paddle boat and kayaks to enjoy the lake anytime during your stay. We would rent this home time and time again and will recommend to friends and family!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Amazing property!
This place exceeded my expectations, amazing lake front property! Very clean and welcoming. Owners are wonderful and make you feel at home. Our fur baby had the time of his life and enjoyed kayaking and the fenced in yard. If you’re planning to fish this is the place, we watched them reel them in all weekend long. Quiet neighborhood, very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

Relaxing Getaway
My husband and I brought our dog for three nights without our kids who were at summer camp. It was the perfect, lakeside excape with a fenced in yard (and playmates) for our dog and cozy sitting area by the lake. We enjoyed jogging in the quiet neighborhood, hiking nearby and using the paddleboat! We will come back for another quiet weekend in the future and probably bring the kids with to enjoy swimming in the lake. The owners were so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly P.

Be our Guest Cottage is VIP experience
Best of cottage rental experience Ever ! From the great hospitality of our hosts to the cleanliness and comfortable feel within our gorgeous cottage, our family has found the perfect getaway ! There is a bit of something for everyone including friendships made even with our fur baby. Tammy & Sally do not disappoint! Communication, Generosity and Genuine Care for Comfort during our stay is defined at Be our Guest lake cottage ! Thank you ❤️ Tim & Shelly- Emma & Archie
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Rained in and still had a great time!
We arrived late in the season this year, so it was very rainy during our stay. However the small house was comfortable and enjoyable enough that it didn't matter that we were rained in. Tammy and Sally provided plenty of little extras for us to make us comfortable. Are small puppy Winston really enjoyed the wide backyard to run and play and they were even some balls provided for him to enjoy. Both of the older dogs that live in the house are very friendly and got along with our boy wonderfully. Enjoyed ourselves so much that we will probably be booking our honeymoon in the same place. Look forward to seeing you guys again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent J.

Leaf peepin for the weekend
Perfect little spot for the two of us plus the pup. We enjoyed our quiet weekend on this beautiful little lake. The ladies who live here were kind and attentive but not intrusive. The only thing I would advise is if your pup isn’t other pet friendly I would let them know ahead of your arrival. The owners pups were very friendly and we had no issues but I do know sometimes a rescue pup prefers to be by themselves and the fenced in area is a shared space with the owners dogs. When we booked I didn’t look closely enough at the amenities and didn’t realize there isn’t a stove in the guest house. There is an easy to use grill right outside the door that we used our cast iron skillet in to make most of our meals. It worked perfectly for us but may not be for everyone. All in all we had a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doreen B.

Quiet time on the lake
My daughter and I needed some quiett time and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was nice to cook out each night, spend some time on the lake and had coffee and fires down by the lake. The home was just perfect for two people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany K.

Relaxing getaway
The house was perfect for my dog and I, just wanting to get away for a few days. Went kayaking and just sat out by the lake. Beautiful property and amazing bath tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynnea B.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Absolutely adorable!
We just returned from 3 nights at this little cutie. We travel all over lower Michigan and always rent via VRBO. I have to say Tammy's rental was in our top 2 of all of our stays because it was so clean and cozy. We got to enjoy a day swimming and floating with some wine and soaking up the sun. The little lake was just peaceful and serene. We spent an afternoon visiting my favorite little lake town of St. Joe, too. The best part of this little trip was bringing our fur baby, Ruby, and just having quiet quality time together. Tammy is a fantastic host and even left a bottle of wine for us when we arrived. We can't say thank you enough for a special anniversary weekend away. We will return again without a doubt!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

Relaxing little Cottage on the lake
The place was clean and organized. Tammy was an amazing host. Communication on point! The paddle boat and lily pad were fun to use. We will def be back for another mini girls trip. Thank you again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Secluded Lakeside Guest Cottage
Ever wished you had a relative with a small lakeside guest cottage. Well, that is what our stay at Tammy's cottage felt like. Specifically, Tammy worked with us on 1) an early check-in, 2) setting up her backup generator during a day long, widespread power outage and 3) allowing us to continue to use her kayaks after we checked out (for the remaining 3 days of our stay in the area). She also offered to let us continue to swim at her raft and swim mat for these 3 days as well. We felt very welcomed. We plan to return next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy L.

Great Stay
Very organized and clean. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara K.

All other reviews are true.
Tammy has a beautiful cabin, just perfect for my husband and I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan N.

Amazing lake vacation
It was above and beyond anything you could hope for
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024