10/10 Excellent
Christiana
Travelled with family and small children
11 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Christiana
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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Island Cottage on Evans Lake - Bring Your Boat!
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Beach view
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
Explore the area
Tipton, MI
- Hayes State Park18 min walk
- Wamplers Lake7 min drive
- Hidden Lake Garden12 min drive
- Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal)35 min drive
Room options
About the area
Tipton
On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Hayes State Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Wamplers Lake with a stay here. Private Pond and Hidden Lake Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Hayes State Park - 18 min walk
- Wamplers Lake - 7 min drive
- Michigan International Speedway - 12 min drive
- Hidden Lake Garden - 12 min drive
- Watkins Lake State Park - 12 min drive
Getting around
- Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
- Patriot Pub & Grub - 6 min walk
- Subway - 14 min drive
- Jerry's Pub & Restaurant - 8 min drive
- Chateau Aeronautique Winery & Blue Skies Brewery - Irish Hills - 2 min drive
- Onsted Bar - 13 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.
Island Cottage on Evans Lake - Bring Your Boat!
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 hunting 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, & Hunt | 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 WiFi, no A/C
PARKING: Access lot (2 vehicles), boat trailer parking available
-- 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: Patriots Pub & Grub (0.3 miles), Randys Roadside Bar-B-Que (1.3 miles), Frita Baditos (28.4 miles), Fleetwood Diner (28.4 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 --
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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 and it is required that you rent a boat or bring your own, as one is not provided for transportation to the island
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include WiFi
-- THE PROPERTY --
Lakefront Living | Boat, Swim, & Hunt | 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 WiFi, no A/C
PARKING: Access lot (2 vehicles), boat trailer parking available
-- 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: Patriots Pub & Grub (0.3 miles), Randys Roadside Bar-B-Que (1.3 miles), Frita Baditos (28.4 miles), Fleetwood Diner (28.4 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 and it is required that you rent a boat or bring your own, as one is not provided for transportation to the island
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include WiFi
Property manager
Evolve
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
Property amenities
Beach
- Near the beach
Parking and transportation
- Onsite parking
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Coffee/tea maker
- Toaster
- Spices
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathrooms
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Towels provided
- Hair dryer
Living spaces
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- TV
- DVD player
- Books
Outdoor areas
- Furnished balcony/patio
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Dock
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
Location highlights
- On the lake
- On the waterfront
- Near a health or beauty spa
Things to do
- Kayak on site
- Power boating nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hiking nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
General
- Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232 sq m)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets 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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Bring Your Boat On Evans
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Island Cottage on Evans Lake - Bring Your Boat! Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rod M.
18 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Island house.
Wonderful stay. Everyone really enjoyed the feel of the place. Many terrific spots around the island to explore.
Rod M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Christina B.
9 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Unique stay with some tradeoffs
We had the best weekend on this private island! But there were a few tradeoffs to renting such a unique property. The boat launch had very limited hours, so we had some issues with getting out boat in the water. Also, make sure you bring plenty of jugs of water with you since the water on the island is not good to drink. Additionally, there is no place to dock your own boat that is not on the island, which causes some issues for getting off the island to go to the store. So there were a few hiccups, but we still loved our stay and would consider returning!
Christina B.
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
30 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time on the Island.
Great time spent with family. We were surprised to find a huge fridge. The 1920’s property is charming , with a lovely fireplace. The huge porch is amazing, even when it rained we still had a great time.
Sharon S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Charles G.
23 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Buddies Bachelor Party
This place is awesome plain and simple. Beautiful views, every amenity you could ask for, owners are super nice. We didn’t even have a boat but wasn’t an issue at all as they had cayaks, a paddle boat, paddle board, and tons of tubes to float around the island on. Probably the hottest fishing spot on the lake is right off this islands dock as well. Everything I could’ve hoped for and more. Would have given it 6 stars if I could.
Charles G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tracy A.
9 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a great time.
Tracy A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
8/10 Good
Jeffrey C.
1 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Unique Property
Having an island of several acres to yourself is a great way to spend time with close family. Fishing from the shore or boat produced bluegill, crappie and large mouth bass. The property is older so dont expect a fully renovated cabin. The screened in porch is huge. There was no air-conditioning, but the canopy of trees and the breeze that comes from being in the middle of a lake helped keep things cool even when in the 90s. For those who need their own bathroom, this may not be for you. You access the full bath through one of 2 bedrooms. There is also a toilet room just outside and a shower located just off the screened in porch. No tv, no wifi, and you're in the middle of nowhere so you may or may not have a cell signal. But thats not why youre going to vacation on an island isolated from the rest of the world.
We will likely stay here again.
Jeffrey C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Toni K.
27 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing and peaceful
Everything about are experience was above expectations. The host was fast and friendly when communicating. The cabin and island were better than we could have ever expected. I wish I could just live here.
Toni K.
8/10 Good
Shan S.
8 Sep 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vintage getaway~
What a secluded vintage treasure of a unique cottage. Lots of areas to relax/read/zen/swim, or watch the boats go by pulling kids on their water toys. Beds are comfy and lots of kitchen amenities stocked for large parties…..they have it all~ There are many unique items to admire throughout the property. PLEASE BE GENTLE ON THIS WELL CARED FOR COTTAGE. There is no WiFi, but cell service is excellent! The checkin process is unique, so please be patient!! You will love the hospitality!! We will be back!
Shan S.
10/10 Excellent
Andrew B.
28 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great island getaway close to home
Very unique cottage located in the middle of Evans Lake!
Andrew B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
Misty K.
22 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Love the Property!
The cabin, the property, the many decks, and the many other hidden gems on this island was impressive. I would book again. However, there was certain things that did not correspond to the online listing. For example, no dvd and no wireless, but those did not detrail the beauty and experience more like small technicalities.
Misty K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Patrick S.
10 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and private
Love the private, relaxed environment. Sun porch was grand and amazing. It's a very unique property. We even got to watch fireworks twice from our own island. Owner was helpful. It is a little climb up to the house but we enjoyed the exercise. It wouldn't work for someone that's not mobile. But we enjoyed it thoroughly.
Patrick S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Bilal D.
13 May 2019
Private Island Getaway
The vacation rental is different than your normal getaway. First off the obvious. It's on a 2.5 acre island so you have full privacy and you need a boat to get there with your belongings. The island is well maintained and its rustic and old feel make it unique. There is a campfire site at the lower end of the island, a large patio at the top end and a nice seating area out on the dock.
The house is an older build with no central air or heating but we managed knowing this beforehand. The kitchen is a good size and has all the equipment and kitchen supplies needed for the weekend. There is a large summer room and where the dining table is. The bathrooms were a little small and are older and didnt have locks on the doors which we were able to deal with.
Overall, it was a good experience as the owner was very friendly and accomadating and helped us get settled and comfortable.
Bilal D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019