Herons Nest at Viewpoint Beach channel on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047
House in Sister Lakes, MI
9 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Herons Nest: A cozy lake cottage, with a huge patio for large family events, is located on Magician Lake in Sister Lakes, Michigan. The property is located at the mouth of Polk Channel, a mile-long waterway excavated in the 1950's, running from Magician Lake through Viewpoint Beach...surrounded by pines and hardwoods that have been growing for a century or more. The cottage is perfect for a family vacation, or couples trying to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Fish from the dock and swim and boat on the lake. A sandy swimming and boating area is close by. Air conditioned. Boat rentals, which include kayaks, canoes, paddle boards and pontoon boats, are available for daily or weekly rates.. Enjoy the BB - Q and an evening around the fire pit.
Fall: The property is perfect for an autumn get-a-way. Enjoy a campfire on a cool fall evening, kayak the mile-long Polk Channel, walk through the woods to view the colorful autumn leaves, participate in the many wine-tasting activities sponsored by local wineries, shop the quaint, but bustling Dowagiac, attend a University of Notre Dame home football game in South Bend, IN, carve a jack-o-lantern
provided by Viewpoint Beach management. The cottage is heated; you will be warm and cozy on a cold night after busy, fun fall days in the country. Three-night minimum. Sleeps 9.
We have three cottages next door to each other...Frog Hollow, Turtle Cove and Herons Nest...perfect for a fall group retreat, a reunion or a get-a-way with a group of friends. *Please no high school graduation parties!*
Experience a real American summer and/or autumn in the country
Celebrate your wedding in a natural setting.
Book Early!
Fall: The property is perfect for an autumn get-a-way. Enjoy a campfire on a cool fall evening, kayak the mile-long Polk Channel, walk through the woods to view the colorful autumn leaves, participate in the many wine-tasting activities sponsored by local wineries, shop the quaint, but bustling Dowagiac, attend a University of Notre Dame home football game in South Bend, IN, carve a jack-o-lantern
provided by Viewpoint Beach management. The cottage is heated; you will be warm and cozy on a cold night after busy, fun fall days in the country. Three-night minimum. Sleeps 9.
We have three cottages next door to each other...Frog Hollow, Turtle Cove and Herons Nest...perfect for a fall group retreat, a reunion or a get-a-way with a group of friends. *Please no high school graduation parties!*
Experience a real American summer and/or autumn in the country
Celebrate your wedding in a natural setting.
Book Early!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Sister Lakes, MI
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Reviews
10.0
This is our 3rd year here and we enjoy being here. Fishing is great, the house is bug enough for us. The lake is beautiful
10.0
House was a bit more than we expected- Hilda and Heather were easily accessible and went above and beyond. Pictures don’t show the full beauty of the property- on channel but very close to lake entrance- peaceful serene view from back deck- walk around front and get the active lake view.
10.0
Great Place. Heather and Hilda were easy and great to work with. We would definitely stay again.
8.0
It was a cute place. The no linens & towels was new for most of us, but we made it work. We rented a boat which was nice to have. Hilda was very responsive whenever I messaged her. We locked ourselves out, and she came over right away without making us feel bad.
10.0
We had a great stay! The one thing the listing doesn’t boast about is the shower head is super high which is wonderful for tall people! My dad has spent a lifetime huddling under shower heads so it was so nice to have this extra tall shower head! The cottage is clean and peaceful and the dock is great! The furniture is very comfortable and the tv is great for rainy days too! The canal is quiet and nature is abundant, we enjoyed herons, swans, geese, fish, and other birds. The owner is very helpful and responsive to any questions you have along the way! We will be back for more R&R!
10.0
We arrived at night so the property was a tad hard to find but the host was super helpful. Cottage was comfortable and location was great! Host went above and beyond for us and we couldn’t be more pleased. We will definitely be back!
8.0
This is our second year going here. We loved our weekend getaway. Only issue was we rented a pontoon boat and we did get one but it was smaller then the one we expected. Next year we will make sure the bigger pontoon is what we get.
10.0
besides having a difficult time finding the cabin (wrong address) the stay was very nice, supplied with everything needed. Very clean!
10.0
Second year in a row and might just make this a yearly stay! House is big enough for the family to spread out and not on the main lake so it’s very peaceful. Rented the pantoon for a day and has a great time on Magician Lake. Fished from the docks the whole week. Host is amazing and very accommodating.
10.0
Nice weekend away on the lake. Lake access, bonnfire pit and a place to crash and nice kitchen.
8.0
The place was clean, simple to settle in and accommodated our family’s sleeping arrangements with ease.
10.0
So I’ll have to say this
Beds could be much more comfy
And the fly situation not good
But all else was great
8.0
Good location
6.0
Hilda was very nice and welcoming. Trip was great. Power outage happened while there other than that it was great
10.0
Nice clean house situated on the channel of magician lake. Nice and quiet area.
10.0
Reunion trip
Stayed at this property with my family for a family reunion and it was amazing! Great size, clean, and quiet! Kids had a great time fishing on the dock out back. Would love you stay again.
10.0
wonderful environment
At the beginning of our stay we encountered a few disappointments but Hilda and her hard working daughter were very helpful, nice and they were trying to make our stay as great as possible. Overall it was a wonderful and very relaxing weekend. Thank you and hope to see you again!
10.0
Perfect for us!
This was exactly what we needed! Love the channel we were on, the lake was great, and the owners were fantastic! We hope to be back!
10.0
2021 family mini vacation
It was a nice fun and relaxing time with our family,thank you for letting us stay. We really enjoyed ourselves and would love to come back.
8.0
Herons nest
The place was clean. Had an issue with the pontoon boat but the house was decent
10.0
Spacious and cute
The house provided ample room and was nicely decorated. It was somewhat difficult to get to, along a long dirt road.
10.0
Great getaway
Easy to get to and great space. Very welcoming. It is near (basically on) the lake so it does have some dampness in the air. Fire pit is awesome and the pontoon was fun to use.
10.0
Great Stay on Magician!
My Family and I had a wonderful time at Heron’s Nest! Communication and check in was a breeze, pontoon rental went smoothly, the place was clean and had everything needed for a short stay in Sisters Lakes!
8.0
G-paw
The boys were in heaven fishing on the channel. The cottage was clean and just what we needed. We usually tent camp but with Covid wanted our own bathroom and space. The swim areas were a disappointment.. The docks were broken and unsafe. The area had a major storm a month or more ago and they were working on the trees. Pontoon rental was not ready. We had to take pieces from 3 different ones to get one to work. The kids were worried we were going to breakdown out on the lake. Overall we had great fun. A good nothing fancy cottage rental.
8.0
Family Trip
House was clean & roomy. A minor issue came up, left 2 messages for owner with no return call. Was eventually able to resolve ourselves.
10.0
Short Stay with an Infant
Nice place, as described. Believe that the "queen" bed is actually a full/double unfortunately. Sandy, very shallow/gradual swimming area across the street which was nice but a bit mucky. Overall a solid place to stay, we enjoyed our time here and the access to lots of local attractions. Thanks!
10.0
Excellent Stay Again
Tornado aside we had an amazing time and it was driven by the properties we rented. This is our second year renting from Hilda and team and it was nothing short of amazing. The properties they have are private and still close enough to the lake. Do yourself a favor and rent on the hoses available and add on the pontoon. Nothing better than a trip around the lake. I can’t wait to book again next year.
10.0
Michigan Trip
We had a great time at the house and we’ll be back again. Thank you Cynthia for all of your help.
10.0
Great weekend vacation
We really enjoyed our stay. Home was very clean. Staying on the channel was nice for piece and quiet. Communication with the host was very good and she and her son were on site frequently. Boat rental was easy. Really nice community of people. Highly recommend.
10.0
Wonderful Property!
The management here was so friendly and helpful and made us feel right at home. The property was clean & exactly what we needed. We had a girls trip here and can’t wait to come back!
10.0
40th Birthday!!
This quaint place is ADORABLE! We thoroughly enjoyed the privacy and atmosphere I highly recommend for a lake life experience! It was wonderful 💙
10.0
Amazing
We had an amazing time on our trip. The location was great, the cottage was clean and even more than we asked for. I will definitely be back again!
10.0
Amazing girls weekend!
Had the best weekend at this CLEAN property. Exactly what we were hoping for. Cynthia was very prompt to responding and gave us great suggestions. Pontoon rental was a breeze. A perfect weekend for some girlfriends go get together. We will absolutely be back!
10.0
Clean cottage !
Very clean and comfortable.
10.0
Great place for a break
Well-sized cabin on a nice plot of land, along a canal and across the street from easy lake access for swimming. Great fire pit, and large porch. Quiet location, and the beds were even comfty! The folks tending the place were (and are) top-notch.
10.0
Many things to love
My friends and I visited heron's nest for our girls weekend. We felt completely tucked away even though we were surrounded by other cottages. The channel is just out back but we just went swimming at the (non-sand) beach just across the road. The air conditioning, big kitchen, and giant, wrap around deck were all fabulous. We already decided this will probably be our destination next year. Also, verrrry good communication with the renters.
10.0
Great family getaway
Our family spent three nights and had a great time! The cottage was very clean and as advertised. Cynthia responded to all communication very quickly and was very helpful. She set up the pontoon and kayak rental for us which was great. We had a lot of fun kayaking, boating, swimming in the lake, fishing off the dock, and sitting around the fire at night. It was just the family getaway that we were looking for!
6.0
Herons Nest review
Basic old Michigan cottage. A/C only in bedrooms. The mattresses should be replaced. Didn't like staying on the canal.
Cynthia the owner was quick to respond with any questions I had. I would rent another house from her again, provided it was on the lake not the canal.
10.0
Very accommodating!
Place was very clean and as advertised!
10.0
Wonderful location
This was a beautiful location and we really enjoyed our stay. I would highly recommend use of a pontoon rental as it was a great lake for fishing, boating, and recreation. The house was relatively clean and the deck and dock were beautiful. There was plenty of room for us to move around during the stay. Communication was good and we overall had an extremely positive experience. Definitely considering coming back in the future!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Sister Lakes?
The average price for a rental in Sister Lakes is R 6,415 per night. This rental is R 1,254 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Herons Nest at Viewpoint Beach channel on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047. 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 Herons Nest at Viewpoint Beach channel on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047. Enjoy the water!
Is Herons Nest at Viewpoint Beach channel on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047 pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Herons Nest at Viewpoint Beach channel on Magician Lake, Sister Lakes, MI 49047?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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