Relax Lakefront-Stunning Lake Views in Popular Sister Lakes! Private Sand Beach!
House in Sister Lakes, MI
12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Whispering Oaks Cottage on Cable Lake is a spacious 4 Bed/3 Bath home on 90-acre Cable Lake, a peaceful no-motor lake located in Sister Lakes, Michigan. We offer 2 level living with a private sandy beach lakefront! All you need to do is come and relax!
Enjoy this cottage with 2 level living, central air and heating, and stunning lake views! Only 2 hours from Chicago, 40 minutes from South Bend and 25 minutes from St. Joe’s. This home sleeps up to 12, ideally up to 6 adults and 6 children.
Not just a summer rental - Come unwind and getaway to join us for Winter! Ice Fishing, Snowmobiling, Skiing, Sledding, and Firepits! Words cannot describe how beautiful it is!
Starting in June through August rentals are weekly Sunday - Sunday only. Off peak dates are 3-night minimums. Check-in after 4:00pm on Sunday and checkout out prior to 10:00am on Sunday. Off season is a minimum of 3 nights. Message me for flexibility with check-in/check-out times for off peak rentals!
Home Description:
Main Level:
1 King Bedroom with en suite full bathroom
1 Queen Bedroom with plenty of closet space
1 Queen Bedroom with plenty of closet space and desk
2nd Full Bathroom
Main area has a fully equipped updated kitchen with lake views along with 2 bar stools and kitchen table that seats up to 8.
Walk-out the kitchen onto the spacious deck overlooking beautiful Cable Lake.
Smart TV provides access to your streaming apps (Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.) Digital channels also available.
Downstairs:
4th Bedroom with twin over twin bunk, twin over full bunk, 1 stand-alone twin bed
3rd Full Bathroom
Lower Bar area with sink, full refrigerator, island with 2 stool seating
Billiard table
Wood-Burning Fireplace
Laundry Room
Smart TV provides access to your streaming apps (Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.) Digital channels also available.
The lower-level walk-out allows full access to the lake (steps down) where you can head out to the swim platform, immerse yourself in excellent fishing off the pier or explore the lake on the included 3 kayaks, paddle boat, and rowboat. Or, just sit at the picnic table or Adirondack chairs by the firepit and relax. This quiet, clean, no motor lake is perfect for stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, pedal boating, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, and swimming. Enjoy any of the other 6 lakes all within minutes - boat rentals are available through local vendors.
In addition to the lake activities and relaxing there are many other things to do like golfing, visiting the drive-in movie theater, apple picking, local farm stands, snow skiing, ice fishing, snow mobile trails, Casinos, and the Southwest Michigan wine trail. Sister Lakes area has the famous Driftwood Ice Cream Parlor, Sister Lakes Brewery, The Strand Restaurant, and 5 Mile Drive-In Movie Theatre.
Additional amenities include: Central A/C and Heating, Life Vests for Adults and Children, 3 Kayaks, Row Boat, Pedal Boat, Swim Platform, Pier, Water Bottle Dispenser (bring your own bottles), Lakeside Picnic Table, 2 Firepits (bring your own firewood), High Speed Wireless Internet Access, Bath Towels, Bed Linens, Pillows, Card Table and 4 chairs, Coffeemaker, Dishwasher and Detergent, Washer and Dryer, Toaster, Board games and books, Weber Charcoal Grill (bring your own charcoal), Pots/Pans, Plenty of Dishes/Silverware and Kitchen Utensils. Whole home generator.
**Some amenities including watercraft, swim pad, and pier are taken out and stored for the winter months. They will be removed around beginning of October and put back as soon as the weather allows (May timeframe). **
- POLICIES --
- Family friendly rental - sleeps up to 6 adults and 6 children - please message owner prior to booking if you have more than 6 adults.
- No smoking inside the property
- No pets allowed
- No events or parties
- Photo ID is required for reservations along with completed rental agreement within
24 hours of booking in order to secure reservation and dates.
Enjoy this cottage with 2 level living, central air and heating, and stunning lake views! Only 2 hours from Chicago, 40 minutes from South Bend and 25 minutes from St. Joe’s. This home sleeps up to 12, ideally up to 6 adults and 6 children.
Not just a summer rental - Come unwind and getaway to join us for Winter! Ice Fishing, Snowmobiling, Skiing, Sledding, and Firepits! Words cannot describe how beautiful it is!
Starting in June through August rentals are weekly Sunday - Sunday only. Off peak dates are 3-night minimums. Check-in after 4:00pm on Sunday and checkout out prior to 10:00am on Sunday. Off season is a minimum of 3 nights. Message me for flexibility with check-in/check-out times for off peak rentals!
Home Description:
Main Level:
1 King Bedroom with en suite full bathroom
1 Queen Bedroom with plenty of closet space
1 Queen Bedroom with plenty of closet space and desk
2nd Full Bathroom
Main area has a fully equipped updated kitchen with lake views along with 2 bar stools and kitchen table that seats up to 8.
Walk-out the kitchen onto the spacious deck overlooking beautiful Cable Lake.
Smart TV provides access to your streaming apps (Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.) Digital channels also available.
Downstairs:
4th Bedroom with twin over twin bunk, twin over full bunk, 1 stand-alone twin bed
3rd Full Bathroom
Lower Bar area with sink, full refrigerator, island with 2 stool seating
Billiard table
Wood-Burning Fireplace
Laundry Room
Smart TV provides access to your streaming apps (Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.) Digital channels also available.
The lower-level walk-out allows full access to the lake (steps down) where you can head out to the swim platform, immerse yourself in excellent fishing off the pier or explore the lake on the included 3 kayaks, paddle boat, and rowboat. Or, just sit at the picnic table or Adirondack chairs by the firepit and relax. This quiet, clean, no motor lake is perfect for stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, pedal boating, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, and swimming. Enjoy any of the other 6 lakes all within minutes - boat rentals are available through local vendors.
In addition to the lake activities and relaxing there are many other things to do like golfing, visiting the drive-in movie theater, apple picking, local farm stands, snow skiing, ice fishing, snow mobile trails, Casinos, and the Southwest Michigan wine trail. Sister Lakes area has the famous Driftwood Ice Cream Parlor, Sister Lakes Brewery, The Strand Restaurant, and 5 Mile Drive-In Movie Theatre.
Additional amenities include: Central A/C and Heating, Life Vests for Adults and Children, 3 Kayaks, Row Boat, Pedal Boat, Swim Platform, Pier, Water Bottle Dispenser (bring your own bottles), Lakeside Picnic Table, 2 Firepits (bring your own firewood), High Speed Wireless Internet Access, Bath Towels, Bed Linens, Pillows, Card Table and 4 chairs, Coffeemaker, Dishwasher and Detergent, Washer and Dryer, Toaster, Board games and books, Weber Charcoal Grill (bring your own charcoal), Pots/Pans, Plenty of Dishes/Silverware and Kitchen Utensils. Whole home generator.
**Some amenities including watercraft, swim pad, and pier are taken out and stored for the winter months. They will be removed around beginning of October and put back as soon as the weather allows (May timeframe). **
- POLICIES --
- Family friendly rental - sleeps up to 6 adults and 6 children - please message owner prior to booking if you have more than 6 adults.
- No smoking inside the property
- No pets allowed
- No events or parties
- Photo ID is required for reservations along with completed rental agreement within
24 hours of booking in order to secure reservation and dates.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Sister Lakes, MI
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Our second stay was as good as the first! We did it all: kayaked around the lake, used the pedal boat, fished from the row boat, swam to the platform, roasted marshmallows by the campfire, ate ice cream at Driftwood….. all in a long weekend. The sand hill cranes were an extra bonus this time! I loved hearing them every evening. The house is clean and updated. We found many things to do inside too. We played pool and few board games, and we even finished a 1000 piece puzzle. Thank you, Alison.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great time staying at this beautiful home on Cable Lake! It was a perfect getaway for our family and look forward to future summer trips!
5.0 / 5.0
Comfortable and relaxing place to regroup during a large family gathering at a neighboring lake. The upper deck and the easy water access were our most frequently used aspects. We all slept soundly in the beds, too. Communication with Alison and the organized info binder were great.
5.0 / 5.0
We thought this was a great place!
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great time here over the weekend. It was clean and well stocked with supplies. I would recommend this to friends and family looking to stay in the area.
5.0 / 5.0
House was clean, nice decorations, pool table, roomy kitchen and family rooms, 2nd floor deck with lake view was pleasant. Fire pit was very good touch. Many deck chairs.
5.0 / 5.0
Alison was great. The property was well equipped and it was very tranquil.
I didn’t need much that wasn’t included in the property.
5.0 / 5.0
Our stay was absolutely perfect. The location, views and relaxed environment couldn’t have been better. We were also extremely impressed with the cleanliness of the large property. Nothing was neglected or gave the impression of just surface level clean. The hosts have thought of everything that might be needed for comfort, even down to an air fryer oven, baby utensils, a safety gate, games, books, extensive water activity coverage.. I could literally go on.
Thank you so much to the hosts for helping create such a perfect experience for me and my family. This was a very special trip to us. I admittedly have high expectations and this stay exceeded them.
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely home, great accommodations, very well stocked. Room for all 9 of us to do whatever. Loved the kitchen
5.0 / 5.0
Quiet lake a pleasure for swimmers and kyackers
Steps to water too steep for one of our group
disappointing
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing Family vacation with everything we needed.
5.0 / 5.0
Very enjoyable stay at lake. House was well furnished and as described. Communication with host was very easy. Highly recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
We have stayed in many rentals over the years and by far this property was one of the best supplied with amenties both inside and outside. Both the lake and the neighborhood were extremely quite all week. There were a few minor maintenance items that need to be fixed, kitchen faucet handle, dinning room light, storm door, and some loose door handles but that didn't keep us from having a wonderful week.
5.0 / 5.0
This was our second stay here and we had a great time! Would recommend to other families looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway.
5.0 / 5.0
Had a great time, Very quiet area, hardly saw anyone on the lake. Its still early in the season. We had trouble with the air conditioning but Alison took care of it. The house was very well stocked with cooking utensils and pots and pans.
5.0 / 5.0
This is a wonderful house and property on Cable Lake. Our extended family of 11 has stayed here three times and every year we enjoy it more! Wonderful location, and the beach along with the ability to use three kayaks and a paddle boat is such a value-add. I would recommend anyone staying at this wonderful house!
5.0 / 5.0
This property fit our needs perfectly for our long weekend family getaway! Very clean and cozy! Allison is very nice, helpful and easy to contact. We would definitely stay here again!
5.0 / 5.0
My best friend, our husbands, and our toddlers had a wonderful time at the lake house. We had everything we needed for our stay. The beach area and fire pit were great. Host was amazing!
5.0 / 5.0
Our 3 generation family (2-70+, 4-40+, 3-teens) thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend stay at Whispering Oaks Cottage. It met our needs in every way and the host was extremely responsive to any of our questions and went above and beyond with accommodating us. The property was as described, well-stocked, and very spacious for our needs. The kids really enjoyed the pool table and we all enjoyed the water toys/raft. The beach and lake were perfect as always - we love Cable Lake because it is so peaceful. We only went off site to get ice cream at the Driftwood because the lake and the house were really all we needed. Thank you for a great stay!
2.5 / 5.0
My family and I really enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again soon! The lake was perfect and was very fun to kayak and paddle board on (we brought our own paddle board). Plenty of space for everyone and clean amenities.
5.0 / 5.0
Allison's property was the perfect getaway for our annual family trip! The kitchen was very well stocked, and had anything we could have possibly needed for cooking on our trip. It seems as though she thought of everything, down to the suitcase stands in the bedrooms. The three kayaks and paddle boat were also so much fun to use at the water! The beach area in front of the property was absolutely perfect. It had great sand, and was perfect for the children of all ages to play in. We are already looking forward to coming back to this property for another trip in the future!
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great time! Family of 5 with 3 girls 8, 6 and 5. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 on location is because I didn’t realize Cable Lake was a non motorized lake and my husband is an avid jet skier 😬 plenty of launches nearby and allowed us to explore more than we typically would! House was wonderful :)
5.0 / 5.0
Family Vacation a Huge Success!
Grandparents, adult kids, and their young children (7, 4, 1) all had great fun staying and playing at this extra nice home on Cable Lake. We especially enjoyed using the peddle boat and green kayaks on the no wake lake! It was very safe for our children, and the shallow water at the beach was perfect for water play and swimming for our 7 year old! The two tier beach is exceptional and lends itself to fun sand play...a new sand creation imagined every day! We noticed that most of the lake did not have a shallow access for play in the water, so we were very thankful we chose this property!
The owner is careful about keeping the property in good repair, and the kitchen is unusually well equipped. We had terrific times gathered about the beautiful dining table for family meals. The neighborhood is also nice for taking family walks, and we enjoyed visiting the Driftwood Ice Cream shop one evening!
We were surprised by the visit of a very large turtle one morning (apparently it had crawled up on the top level of the sand beach, rolled down the embankment, and got stuck on its back near the water's edge). A rescue to flip the turtle safely over onto its tummy was successful, and it swam away in the flash, much to our delight! We also saw numerous turtle heads poking out of the water at various times, and we enjoyed the water lilies that were blooming!
It is a peaceful place to stay (even during the week of July 4th!).
The beds are comfortable, and the bedding is unusually soft, while the bedrooms are nicely decorated. We also enjoyed the artwork on many of the walls. The photos reflected what we found upon arrival. In addition, the owner has installed a generator so that there is power if the electricity goes out. We've had personal experience with this happening during a previous vacation (4 days without power), so it was nice to know there is a back up plan for electricity in the event of a storm.
If you have a 1 year old, you might consider moving the tan, rectangular plush stool from the lower level up to the family room (use it to block the stairway, as baby gates do not work with the railing). This worked really well for us, and kept everybody safe.
There is much more that I could say about this property! We enjoyed games around the coffee table, and read wonderful stories to the kids both upstairs and downstairs, as the furniture is very comfortable for doing that kind of thing! Since we love to read, this was really nice! Thanks
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect Home, Water, and Scenery
The house was great with perfect amount of space for adults and the kids. The lakefront was fun with sand play and the water toys. Everyone enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boat. The bass and blue gills came up close to us and the kids had a blast trying to catch them.
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely Weekend
We had a wonderful time at Sister Lakes. The house was stocked with everything we needed to make our trip more comfortable. We loved the kayaks, row boat, and paddle boat. The kids had so much fun swimming to the swim pad. It was the perfect lake for our families to relax and enjoy the weekend. We hope to come back again soon. Thanks Alison!
5.0 / 5.0
Great lakehouse!
We had a great stay here! The house was clean and well equipped with everything we could possibly need. They even had free firewood for the fire pit! Would definitely stay there again!
5.0 / 5.0
Love this place!
This was our second year at Whispering Pines and although I didn't think it was possible, we loved it more this year than last year. Plenty of room for 6 adults and 5 kids, and the no motor lake with beach access and kayaks and a a paddle boat make this house a wonderful escape.
5.0 / 5.0
Weekend Getaway
We had a wonderful, relaxing weekend getaway enjoying the views of the lake, paddling around in the kayaks, and sampling from the local wineries. The house is comfortable, spacious, and perfect for a weekend away.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing stay
We had a wonderful stay at Alison's property! The house is super clean and spacious in a quiet neighborhood. The views, from the living/dining room and downstairs gameroom area, are breathtaking! We would gladly stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Boys Trip
Alison was great to work with! The house was super clean, and very nicely decorated. The view of the lake was awesome! The kitchen looked to be recently updated, and all of the appliances worked perfectly. Took advantage of the kayaks that were provided, and the massage chair in the living room got a lot of use! Would definitely recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Fall Break
Thank you for a great stay. Alison was very helpful. We enjoyed the house and the lake. The new kitchen is beautiful and well stocked. Hope to come back soon.
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing & Beautiful
Wow, what a wonderful long weekend! My wife and I, along with our teenage sons and my parents, just spent a relaxing weekend here and could not stop raving about how great this house was! It looks exactly like the pictures and was equipped with everything we needed.
We used it as a home base to explore the surrounding area as well as St. Joseph's, Fernwood Botanical Garden and Warren Dunes State Park. When we weren't out and about exploring, we enjoyed drinking coffee on the deck overlooking the peaceful lake, kayaking around the lake and sitting around the fire pit making s'mores. This is definitely a place we'll come back to in the future!
5.0 / 5.0
Weekend Getaway
We had two families of four stay for a long weekend. The house was clean and well appointed. Alison is very easy to work with! We truly enjoyed our stay and it was everything we expected. I'm sure we'll be back!
5.0 / 5.0
Great rental; Alison is awesome
We had a great time. Everything in the property was new or almost new. Alison is the BEST! Cannot go wrong renting this place,
5.0 / 5.0
Little Gem on Cable Lake
My family and I highly recommend Whispering Oaks Cottage. It was exactly as described on VRBO and the owner was great to deal with throughout the rental process. The cottage was super clean and decorated very tastefully with a beach theme in mind. It is a very quiet and peaceful place to stay and was a perfect place to unwind for our family get together. Don’t hesitate to rent this property. You won’t regret it.
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome family time!
We enjoyed our stay as this property! The house was clean and fully stocked! We enjoyed the lake daily. We fished, kayaked and went swimming. The area is quiet and peaceful. We will definitely be back! The host was super attentive as well.
5.0 / 5.0
Picture Perfect
The property was exactly as advertised.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful and relaxing!
This home is downright perfect for a family getaway (mom/grandma, 3 siblings, their adult, teen and preteen kids and significant others). Between the abundance of space, beds and bathrooms, pool table and games, and kitchen stocked amazingly well with everything you’d need, it served our family perfectly! The kayaks were a huge hit and we had lots of great adventures on the pedal boat. Fishing on the dock was fruitful too. The sandy beach area was perfect for pulling up a chair and relaxing with feet in the water. Since cable lake is a no wake lake it was amazingly peaceful, quiet and relaxing. Alison was a treat to work with and super responsive. We are already looking at dates for next summer so we don’t miss out. A true gem!
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful house
Wonderful house with excellent lake access and plenty to do. House is beautiful and very updated. Communication with the owner was excellent! Would highly recommend this rental to anyone that loves water sports or just relaxing by the water!
2.5 / 5.0
We had a great stay and would go again. The house was very nicely decorated, had new furniture, and a fully stocked kitchen. The row boat, paddle boat and kayaks were a big bonus for my family as well as the pool table. The lake is small and quiet and has lots of wildlife. We saw an otter and bald eagle. The owner was friendly and responsive to questions. We loved our vacation.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Sister Lakes?
The average price for a rental in Sister Lakes is $556 per night. This rental is $30 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Relax Lakefront-Stunning Lake Views in Popular Sister Lakes! Private Sand Beach!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Relax Lakefront-Stunning Lake Views in Popular Sister Lakes! Private Sand Beach!. Enjoy the water!
Is Relax Lakefront-Stunning Lake Views in Popular Sister Lakes! Private Sand Beach! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Relax Lakefront-Stunning Lake Views in Popular Sister Lakes! Private Sand Beach!?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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