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Island Cottage on Evans Lake: Boat Rental Required
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8232.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Additional Sleeping (Living Room)
2 Double Sofa Beds
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Full Bathroom
Half Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
Island Cottage on Evans Lake: Boat Rental Required
Escape to your own private island when you stay at this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom vacation rental cottage on Evans Lake! Situated in the Irish Hills of Michigan, this Tipton home offers a peaceful retreat for travelers seeking days in the sun and cozy evenings by the wood-burning fireplace. Spend your time boating, swimming, and fishiing in season. Or, spend the day in Ann Arbor and Detroit, both easily accessible from the home! Then, return by boat to your abode to relax and do it all over again!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Lakefront Living | Boat, Swim, & Fish | Private 2.5-Acre Island | 2,500 Sq Ft
Perfect for fishermen, boaters, and relaxation seekers, this cottage is the best place for a secluded and uninterrupted stay on lake time!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa, Futon
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private dock w/ patio furniture, lake views, screened-in porch. bench swing, dining area, gas grill, fire pit w/ seating, canoe, paddleboat, 24-foot pontoon boat (available w/ fee), beach chairs & umbrella, sky deck
INDOOR LIVING: TV, DVD/VCR player, books, wood-burning stone fireplace (firewood not provided), ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, tea kettle, microwave, toaster, Crockpot, spices, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Linens & towels, hair dryer
FAQ: Outdoor stairs required to access, access via boat only (no personal boats allowed; rentals available w/ additional fee, paid on-site), no WiFi, no A/C
PARKING: Access lot (5 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
THINGS TO DO: Hayes State Park (2.3 miles), Hidden Lake Gardens (4.5 miles), Michigan International Speedway (8.4 miles), University of Michigan (28.2 miles), Ann Arbor (29.3 miles), Museum of Natural History (30.9 miles), Detroit (63.9 miles)
LOCAL FARE: The Hills Fork Oar Pour (0.1 miles), Randy’s Roadside Bar-B-Que (1.3 miles), Rachel’s Diner (1.4 Miles), Flamingo Beach Grille & Bar (2.3 miles), Sauce Italian Grill & Pub (15.9 miles)
WINERIES: Chateau Aeronautique Winery (1.2 miles), The Winery North of 12 (5.5 miles), Black Fire Winery (9.1 miles), Cherry Creek Cellars (10.4 miles), Flying Otter Winery (17.8 miles)
AIRPORT: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (44.4 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does not offer A/C
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Property access is only available by boat. The HOA does not allow personal boats; guests must rent a boat from the owners for an additional fee, paid on-site. Please reach out to the Guest Contact for more information and to make rental arrangements
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include WiFi
-- THE PROPERTY --
Lakefront Living | Boat, Swim, & Fish | Private 2.5-Acre Island | 2,500 Sq Ft
Perfect for fishermen, boaters, and relaxation seekers, this cottage is the best place for a secluded and uninterrupted stay on lake time!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa, Futon
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private dock w/ patio furniture, lake views, screened-in porch. bench swing, dining area, gas grill, fire pit w/ seating, canoe, paddleboat, 24-foot pontoon boat (available w/ fee), beach chairs & umbrella, sky deck
INDOOR LIVING: TV, DVD/VCR player, books, wood-burning stone fireplace (firewood not provided), ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, tea kettle, microwave, toaster, Crockpot, spices, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Linens & towels, hair dryer
FAQ: Outdoor stairs required to access, access via boat only (no personal boats allowed; rentals available w/ additional fee, paid on-site), no WiFi, no A/C
PARKING: Access lot (5 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
THINGS TO DO: Hayes State Park (2.3 miles), Hidden Lake Gardens (4.5 miles), Michigan International Speedway (8.4 miles), University of Michigan (28.2 miles), Ann Arbor (29.3 miles), Museum of Natural History (30.9 miles), Detroit (63.9 miles)
LOCAL FARE: The Hills Fork Oar Pour (0.1 miles), Randy’s Roadside Bar-B-Que (1.3 miles), Rachel’s Diner (1.4 Miles), Flamingo Beach Grille & Bar (2.3 miles), Sauce Italian Grill & Pub (15.9 miles)
WINERIES: Chateau Aeronautique Winery (1.2 miles), The Winery North of 12 (5.5 miles), Black Fire Winery (9.1 miles), Cherry Creek Cellars (10.4 miles), Flying Otter Winery (17.8 miles)
AIRPORT: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (44.4 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does not offer A/C
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Property access is only available by boat. The HOA does not allow personal boats; guests must rent a boat from the owners for an additional fee, paid on-site. Please reach out to the Guest Contact for more information and to make rental arrangements
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include WiFi
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Amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Beach view
Fireplace
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Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
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Events
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Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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About the area
Tipton
Located in Tipton, this cottage is on the waterfront. Irish Hills Shore Golf Course and Wolf Creek Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hayes State Park and Cambridge Junction Historic State Park. Hidden Lake Garden and Verheyden Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Tipton, MI
What's nearby
- Hayes State Park - 4 min drive - 1.0 km
- Michigan International Speedway - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
- University of Michigan - 41 min drive - 49.5 km
- Michigan Stadium - 43 min drive - 50.4 km
- U of M Hospital - 47 min drive - 53.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Flamingo Beach Grill And Bar - 4 min drive
- Shugar Creek - 13 min drive
- Subway - 13 min drive
- Onsted Bar - 13 min drive
- The Hills Fork Oak Pour - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
11 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jennifer
3 August 2024
Rustic relaxation
Jennifer
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Christina B.
9 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique stay with some tradeoffs
Christina B.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Shellie
22 August 2022
Price was high
Shellie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rod M.
18 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island house.
Rod M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
30 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time on the Island.
Sharon S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charles G.
23 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Buddies Bachelor Party
Charles G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracy A.
9 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Tracy A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Jeffrey C.
1 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique Property
Jeffrey C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Toni K.
27 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and peaceful
Toni K.
Verified
8/10 Good
Shan S.
8 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication
Great vintage getaway~
Shan S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew B.
28 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great island getaway close to home
Andrew B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Misty K.
22 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Love the Property!
Misty K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick S.
10 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and private
Patrick S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bilal D.
13 May 2019
Private Island Getaway
Bilal D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
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