Here at The Cottage, life was made to be lived outside. Across our vast property are several seating areas for coffee or cocktails - including a stone patio with built-in bonfire pit, outdoor dining and enclosed deck overlooking the yard and lake, and an incredible patio/pergola with couches literally next to the water and beach. A hot tub, gas grill, and space for yard games round out a perfect vacation spent in the Michigan fresh air.
Winter fun included: perfect hill for sledding, ice fishing on Donnell Lake, snowshoeing trails, bonfires, hot tubbing, and Swiss Valley Ski & Snowboard Area only 15 minutes away.
BONUSES:
*A million stars, and even more birds (including the nest directly below the porch!)
*The opportunity to walk out your door to the lake (we recommend a cup of coffee or glass of wine on the pier)
*Fishing and campfires. Hiking trails 5 minutes away. Swimming. Floating. Grilling. Lounging lakeside. Hot tubbing. Friendly neighbors.
*A lake full of fish, turtles, frogs, swans, geese, and deer nearby
-- THE PROPERTY --
1,400 Sq Ft | Large Deck & Patio | Multiple Desk Workspaces | Perfect for Families
Bedroom 1: King Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | 3 Seasons Porch / Office: Futon
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private dock with gorgeous Donnell Lake views, stone patio with fire pit, lakeside patio with pergola, outdoor dining area, gas grill, .5 acre yard, kayaks
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, wood-burning fireplace, 6-person dining table + kids table, sliding glass doors, books, board games, kids toys
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, blender, toaster, spices, dishware/flatware, no dishwasher
GENERAL: High-speed internet, heat & window air conditioning, hair dryer, linens, towels
FAQ: Outdoor stairs required for access, firewood not provided, bathroom on 1st floor, washer/dryer in basement
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
OPT OUTSIDE: Donnell Lake (on-site), Stevens Memorial Park (7.4 miles), Swiss Valley Ski Area (8.2 miles), Rolling Hills Shooting Preserve (8.6 miles), Fred Russ State Forest (11.7 miles), Spirit Springs Sanctuary (13.6 miles)
THINGS TO SEE & DO: Pioneer Log Cabin Museum (7.0 miles), Southwestern Michigan College (13.7 miles), Spruce Ridge Golf Club (14.3 miles), Elks Golf Course (15.0 miles), Dowagiac Area History Museum (15.0 miles), Heddon Museum (15.6 miles), Four Winds Casino (17.8 miles), University of Notre Dame (27.0 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Vandalia (1.4 miles), Cassopolis (6.5 miles), Dowagiac (15.1 miles), Three Rivers (16.2 miles), South Bend (28.1 miles), Shipshewana (33.4 miles), Benton Harbor (39.0 miles), Kalamazoo (42.1 miles)
AIRPORT: South Bend International Airport (31.8 miles)
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Small dogs allowed at owner's discretion
- Must be at least 25 years old to rent
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
3-6 month lease terms, no smoking, outdoor parking pad included. Pets allowed at owner's discretion. Tenant responsible for general maintenance of property (with the exception of lawn care).
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$2,500/mo
Vandalia, MI 49095
2beds
1,400sqft
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Single family residence
Available Tue Dec 1 2026
Small dogs OK
Air conditioner, window unit
In unit laundry
Off street parking
Forced air
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceHot tubSpace for yard gamesKing bedQueen bedGas grillOutdoor dining
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Window Unit
Appliances
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Spa
Lot
- Features: Private
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Tub, Parking, Spa
Location
- Region: Vandalia
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Sublet/Temporary
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/10/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,500$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2019 | Sold | $275,000-8.3%$196/sqft |
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| 3/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $300,000$214/sqft |
Source: The Lake Life Realty Group #19009081 Report a problem | ||
Neighborhood: 49095
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Sam Adams Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.5 mi
- 4/10Cassopolis Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 5/10Cassopolis High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.4 mi



