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) -- 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