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Winter Retreat-Close to Swiss Valley Ski & Trails

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, ping pong, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dowagiac, MI
  • Place, Southwestern Michigan College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dowagiac Four Winds Casino
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Magician Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Dowagiac

With a stay at this vacation home in Dowagiac, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Dowagiac Area History Museum and Beckwith Theatre. .This family-friendly vacation home is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital and 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Southwestern Michigan College.

What's nearby

  • Southwestern Michigan College - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Dowagiac Four Winds Casino - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Round Lake - 15 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Diamond Lake - 19 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Magician Lake - 19 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Dowagiac Station - 9 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oak+Ash - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Winter Retreat-Close to Swiss Valley Ski & Trails

Your Southwest Michigan base for adventure! Just 20 min from Swiss Valley Ski Area and minutes from local snowmobile and cross-country trails. Return to a warm fire-pit area in the large backyard, cozy décor, and modern comfort at The Maley House.

Why Guests Love It:
*Fully stocked kitchen
*Fire-pit table and cozy lounge area in large backyard
*Easy access to skiing, snowmobiling, lakes, and wineries
*Peaceful setting, just minutes from town
*Large,vcozy gathering spaces

The Space
Welcome to The Maley House—a peaceful and welcoming retreat designed for relaxation, connection, and fun. Tucked just minutes from small-town charm, this spacious home comfortably sleeps up to 7 guests and is perfect for family getaways, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, or snowmobile trips. Remote workers will also find it an ideal escape with plenty of space and fast WiFi.

Inside, you’ll find three thoughtfully appointed bedrooms plus a bonus daybed nook:

King Bedroom:
-Smart TV
-Vanity/desk
-Full-sized mirror
-Dresser
-Closet with hangers and two luggage racks
-Two phone-charging nightstands
-Fan for added comfort

Queen Bedroom:
King Bedroom:
-Smart TV
-Vanity/desk
-Full-sized mirror
-Dresser
-Closet with hangers and luggage rack
-Two phone-charging lamps
-Fan for added comfort

Twin Bedroom:
-TV/DVD player
-Collection of family-friendly DVDs
Three lamps (two with charging plug-ins and phone holders)
Wall hooks for towels or clothes
-TV stand with shelving for storage and two twin beds.

Daybed Nook in Family Room: A twin daybed with two storage drawers, plus a cabinet with four shelves for added space. A small table with a phone charger makes it a convenient sleeping or lounging spot.

The home also includes a full bathroom with a walk-in shower and a half bath for added convenience.

Living & Gathering Spaces
Upstairs Living Room: Bright and open, perfect for group conversations, relaxing, or streaming on the Smart TV.

Downstairs Family Room: A second cozy spot for lounging, movie nights, or quiet reading time.

Garage Game Room:
-Smart TV
-Fridge
-Darts
-Ping pong.

Breakfast Nook: A cheerful spot to enjoy morning coffee or late-night snacks.

Fully Stocked Kitchen
-Coffee & Beverages: Keurig, drip coffee machine, K-cups, ground coffee, cream, and sugar
-Cooking Appliances: Air fryer, griddle, blender, toaster
-Cookware & Bakeware: Pots, pans, baking sheets, grilling utensils
-Dishware & Serveware: Colorful Fiestaware plates and bowls, wine glasses, coffee mugs, children’s plates, cups, and bowls
-Essentials: Measuring cups and spoons, salt & pepper, olive oil spray
-Extras: Ample storage and counter space for group cooking

Outdoor Living
-In-ground Pool: Pool floats and games are provided.
-Firepit Table & Chairs
-Grill
-Spacious Yard
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: The fireplace is not available for guests.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Lock all doors and windows

Pets

Pets not 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Reviews

Winter Retreat-Close to Swiss Valley Ski & Trails Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DAVID R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a Sunday wedding at Marion magnolia farms. 5 minutes away. Very easy check it. Very nice place!! Thanks!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and roomy. Plenty of parking.
Large clean pool
Plenty of recreational activities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025