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Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage

Cottage in Dowagiac with kitchen and balcony

2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage (Dowagiac)

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Nestled against the historic Lee Mansion's grounds, CHARMINGLY RENOVATED HISTORIC CHESTNUT COTTAGE is a charming retreat. This 1800s housekeeper's cottage features a beautiful aesthetic with vintage elements and original charm, alongside modern amenities like a large patio with fire pit and garden.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

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About this property

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

Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage

CHARMINGLY RENOVATED HISTORIC CHESTNUT COTTAGE is nestled against the magnificent stone wall and grounds of the Lee Mansion. Built in the 1800's as the quaint house keepers cottage of the mansion, it retains much of its original wood work/ built-ins/hardware updated with modern amenities.

Off the beaten track but close to everything, Dowagiac offers fine dining/shopping/highspeed train into Chicago. Near all the best beaches and wine trail. 6 mins to the casino. Quiet/lovely neighborhood.

Beautiful unique aesthetic and charming outdoor space. Vintage inspired elements and original 1800’s charm combine to make a photo worthy backdrop to your family get together or romantic getaway. Large patio with fire pit, walled backyard, hammock, and garden. Nestled on the original grounds of the Lee Mansion this was the house keepers cottage and shares the beautiful historic rock wall. We’ve done all we can to bring back the charm and add a little of our own. Large farmhouse style table can fit all the family or host a work meeting! Beautiful functioning kitchen with everything you need. Comfortable beds with linen sheets and soft inviting nooks for sitting.

Self check in at lock box with code after booking.

The entire house and yard is yours to access. Use our back patio and fire pit or relax and read a book under our giant mulberry tree in the back yard hammock.

Garage is not available for renters use.

I live in a neighboring town so if you need anything I can help. I also can offer highlights and things to do. I’m a survivalist, bushcrafter, and forest school teacher so if you’d like a foraging/outdoor experience let me know!

Quiet and family based this is a lovely street. We are in walking distance to historic downtown, the Amtrak train station with service into Chicago, the grocery store, dining, shopping, hiking, and a beautiful live theater and library.

Lockbox is located on the driveway side of the front porch. You will receive a check in code on the day of check in.
Absolutely no events allowed. Please respect the family based neighborhood. Please collect all trash, do dishes, and tidy up before you leave, please put key back in lock box.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer

Living spaces

Dining table

Entertainment

TV

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Firepit
Garden

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

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

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning

includes taxes & fees

26 Jan - 27 Jan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

234280

About the area

Dowagiac is home to this cottage. Beckwith Theatre and Dowagiac Area History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Park Shore Golf Course and Plym Park Golf Course. Visit our Dowagiac travel guide

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Dowagiac, MI

What's nearby

University of Notre Dame
36 min drive - 47.2 km
Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Beckwith Theatre
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Dowagiac Area History Museum
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Notre Dame Stadium
39 min drive - 47.5 km

Getting around

Dowagiac Station
9 min walk
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
45 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's
11 min walk
Oak+Ash
11 min walk
Pizza Hut
3 min drive
Subway
10 min walk
Burger King
10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

As of 22 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage on 25 Jan 2026 start from AU$318.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage located?

Situated in Dowagiac, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital and Beckwith Theatre. Dowagiac Area History Museum and Southwestern Michigan College are also within 3 miles (5 km). Dowagiac Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Be home away from home @ Charming Chestnut Cottage Reviews

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Location

10/10 Excellent

Alpine T.

6 May 2025

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

Very nice and convenient

The host was very responsive and understanding. This place was beautiful and very convenient for us.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alpine T.

25 Apr 2025

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

Beautiful Home

This home is very nice and unique. It was very clean and welcoming. We look forward to staying in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Diana C.

13 Sept 2025

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

The place was comfy and clean. Just a bit difficult for my handicapped (double amputee) husband due to some of the layout bit we managed. Thank you for letting us experience your historical home.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Samuel C.

30 Mar 2025

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

Nice place.

Fitting price and great place that’s pretty accurate compared to photos. There was some sort of creature stirring in the walls all night though hard to get sleep. Other than that the place has everything you need for an accommodating stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025