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Waterfront Cottage w/ Dock on Dragon Lake!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
TV, books

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Waterfront Cottage w/ Dock on Dragon Lake!

Kayak, Canoe & Rowboat Provided | Steps to Shore | Al Fresco Dining

Rustling trees, a cool breeze, and a simpler way of life await you at this Coldwater vacation rental. Nestled on the shore of no-wake Dragon Lake, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath cottage features 2 floors of cozy living space and a lush outdoor area for your furry friends to play. Watch the boats cruise by, or bring your own and enjoy the water with friends and family. Later, gather by the fire pit for s'mores and good conversation.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed, 1 twin bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 twin bed
- Sunroom: 1 twin bed

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TV w/ local channels, DVD player
- Board games, books
- Desk, dining table, breakfast bar
- Skylights

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Backyard, furnished deck
- Charcoal grill (charcoal not provided)

KITCHEN
- All major appliances, including dishwasher
- Drip coffee maker, toaster, microwave
- Spices provided
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics

GENERAL
- Linens & towels, including beach towels
- Central A/C & heat, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board
- Hair dryer, starter paper towels & toilet paper

FAQ
- No WiFi
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip, 2 pets max)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story cottage
- Stairs required to access

PARKING
- Driveway (2-3 vehicles)
- No garage access

-- THE LOCATION --

- Rural setting close to lake recreation & golf
- 3 miles to Coldwater Lake State Park
- 9 miles to Pokagon State Park
- 14 miles to Coldwater Antique Mall
- 69 miles to Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Int'l Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This property is located in a rural location and does not offer wireless internet; however, a hot spot is provided
- This 2-story cottage requires stairs to access
- The garage is not available for guest use

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Coldwater Cottage Dragon Lake w Dock & Deck
Cottage Dragon
Coldwater Dragon Lake w Dock & Deck
Coldwater Cottage on Dragon Lake w/ Dock Deck!
Waterfront Cottage w/ Deck + Dock on Dragon Lake! Cottage
Waterfront Cottage w/ Deck + Dock on Dragon Lake! Coldwater
351702

About the neighborhood

Map
MI, Coldwater

What's nearby

  • Coldwater Lake State Park - 5 min drive
  • Lake of the Woods - 12 min drive
  • Pokagon State Park - 13 min drive
  • Bella Vista Golf Course - 18 min drive
  • Trine University - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Kalamazoo, MI (AZO-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bent Prop Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Iron Skillet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Oscar Brown's Tavern - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage w/ Dock on Dragon Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage w/ Dock on Dragon Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage w/ Dock on Dragon Lake!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage w/ Dock on Dragon Lake! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Coldwater Lake State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake of the Woods and Lake Lavine. Briali Winery and Bella Vista Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Waterfront Cottage w/ Dock on Dragon Lake! Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 21 reviews" "

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

matt s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice lake cottage
This cottage was exactly as advertised. We loved the lake and had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Faris J., East Wenatchee

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not Clean
I have never had a problem paying a cleaning fee on a listing, but I have also never stayed at a property that was so clearly neglected cleaning wise. The majority of silverware, plates, servers, etc we pulled to use had dried bits of food on them, the surfaces were so dusty it was clear they hadn’t been touched in quite a while, and there was a solid layer of dirt on a lot of things. When we messaged about the cleanliness of the food ware, the response I got back was that maybe I should run a load through the washer - if that’s the case then maybe we shouldn’t be paying a cleaning fee. It is a shame because it is an otherwise beautiful property in a beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Travis H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stinky and Dirty
The house smells. The water smells. Filthy! Don't stay here, find another place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Joseph P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dragon Lake
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Jim B., Dayton, Ohio

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cottage was not welcoming
1 the master bed was horrible Hard and noisy 2 the property was old and not ready for guests 3 there was no tv except Netflix although tv and broadcast antennas were present Two slider screen doors came off track The deck required cleaning 7 furniture was old and sitting chairs were typically dr office style 8 we were required to make or own beds due to Covid ? While comforters were dirty That said not enough blankets with out comforter In general not ready for guests
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Cody S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Don't do it
Property was anything but clean. Poop on the toilet seat, black mold in the shower. Enough said.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake house
Great location with a beautiful view!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Kelli G.

old pictures of the property
the pictures were taken years before obviously. the lily pads were so thick and out past the dock so i could not enjoy the water with the dogs like I had planned so that was a disappointing. The place is super cute but definitely could use some TLC.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cameron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice lake front home
Great time with friends
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daven C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Father & son quality time
I desperately wanted to get my 28-year-old son, who has a developmental disability, out of the house and away for a few days. We wanted to be relatively close to Ft. Wayne. (His #1 objective of the trip: see Johnny Appleseed’s grave. Hey, somebody’s gotta make that a high priority.) We landed on this very comfortable and clean lakeside cottage. With two floors and three bedrooms, there was plenty of room. The front of the house looks out on little Dragon Lake on which a pair of swans are almost always in view and the sunset viewing is awesome. The owner, Lynda, was zealously responsive to my simple question about a non-functioning DVD player that first evening. I said to not worry, that my son would find another way to watch a movie, but she was determined to remedy this and ultimately sent a repairman who got the thing operating. This was a great home-base for four days of memories with my son. We found plenty to do in the area — hiking, getting lost in crazily cluttered antique stores and discovering the amazing Auburn Duesenberg Automobile Museum in Auburn. (This was the highlight of the week.) Oh wait ... of course there was Johnny A’s gravesite. We made our way through the crowds :) and dutifully paid our respects for about three minutes, then made the 50- some mile trip back to Dragon Lake. That was actually the week’s high point, and that’s what matters the most. And this Dragon Lake cottage was a perfect match for our father-and-son Spring Break.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was not a mess, but the idea that I have to pay an expensive cleaning fee on top of the nightly rate bothers me. Counters and tables where dusty, dishes where dirty, there were cobwebs in corners, and the bathroom (shower) was rather run down looking. Also, no fault of the owner, but because of either the septic system or the lake, the water from the faucet smelled like sewage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

G L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Super quiet and simple- no frills which is just what we wanted. We’d love to find a way to come back.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicku P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick getaway lakehome :)
Our family of four with our doggy friend enjoyed our stay at this cute lake house. The best part of our stay was the lake view, fireplace and canoeing! Thanks to Linda for recommending us to canoe in the lake - it was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicky W.

Awesome time
This was the perfect weekend getaway with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linessa A.

Peaceful
Very peaceful and serene. This rental is everything as advertised! We went fishing using the row boat, the water was very very clear...The kitchen appliances are a bit dated as well as the pot and pans, but plenty of dish and glass ware. Awesome views of the water and shoreline. Highly recommend this place. Owners very kind and responsive!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

2/10 Terrible

Liz T.

It has a beautiful location.
This property has so much potential but....! When we arrived & opened the door, we were greeted with a musty odor. The linen closet had no order to it so it was trial/error to find the sheets to make the beds. After I made the beds, I went into the master bath to find the toilet seat and lid covered in mildew! I cleaned that up. After the first shower, the stench from the well water and the musty, mildew smell left the master bedroom unusable. After I put sheets on the other main level bed, I found dirty rolled socks. It was the strong odor of mildew on the main level that left us all sleeping on the second floor together with the windows open. The Owners are aware of a moisture problem because we found Damprid bags with fluid in it. There are some serious security issues that need to be addressed PROMPTLY!! Once they came to light to us, we did not feel comfortable leaving the property. I spent more than 10 hours cleaning this house and I feel I only scratched the surface. Overall , I feel this property needs a top to bottom deep cleaning including the gutters where the plants are growing! The mildew, filth, stench, serious security issues aside; the most disappointing aspect of this property was the total lack of communication from the Owners! We could not find the key because it was not in the location we were told to look. Even after filing a report with the managing network, we have yet to receive ANY COMMUNICATION from the Owners!!! We recognize that no one is perfect and this is a vacation property; however, to still not have the Owners contact us in anyway trying to make things right has been the biggest disappointment of all!!! I have actually delayed writing a review in hopes that the Owners would contact us. Even after they have been notified of the issues we encountered, they have failed to reach out to us. The property has such great potential but I will think long and hard before I book this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017