Discover a lakefront Northern Michigan paradise at this 4-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental. This rustic cottage is the perfect place to experience seclusion while still having easy access to all the area's best breweries and beaches. Connect with the outdoors when you use the kayaks and rowboats, splash in the waters of Island Lake, or admire Grand Traverse Bay. End your days making s'mores at the fire pit, enjoying a meal in the sleek dining room, or retiring early to one of the bunk beds.

-- THE PROPERTY --

2,000 Sq Ft | 2 Kayaks | Fire Pit

This retreat's beautiful, forested environment with easy access to nearby attractions makes it the perfect getaway for friends and family!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 4: Twin/Queen Bunk Bed | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING: Back patio, picnic table, lawn chairs, shoreline access, rowboat, private dock, gas grill, life jackets
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, DVD player, gas-burning stove, foosball table, 6-person dining table, mudroom, children's play area, books, games, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, drip coffee maker, water filter, ice maker, toaster, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, washer & dryer, high chair, complimentary toiletries, linens, towels
FAQ: Quiet hours (10:00 PM - 7:00 AM), limited cell service, 1 step required to access, 2 exterior security cameras (facing front door & water)
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles), garage is locked/unavailable for guest use

-- THE LOCATION --

GET OUTSIDE: Island Lake (on-site), Traverse City State Park (8.9 miles), Grand Traverse Natural Education Reserve (12.4 miles), Clinch Park Beach (12.8 miles), West End Beach (14.2 miles), Empire Bluff Trailhead (37.8 miles)
LOCAL HOT SPOTS: Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel (9.2 miles), Traverse Tall Ship Manitou (15.0 miles), Old Mission Lighthouse (29.6 miles), Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theatre (34.3 miles), Fishtown (38.2 miles), Sleeping Bear Dunes (40.6 miles)
WINERIES: Black Star Farms (14.5 miles), Left Foot Charley (14.9 miles), Mari Vineyards (15.1 miles), Rove Estate Vineyard & Winery (18.7 miles)
BREWERIES: The Filling Station (12.2 miles), Rare Bird Brewpub (12.8 miles), Mackinaw Brewing Company (13.0 miles), The Workshop Brewing Company (13.2 miles), Right Brain Brewery (13.2 miles), MiddleCoast Brewing Company (13.3 miles)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (9.5 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
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- NOTE: The property requires 1 step for access
- NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality
- NOTE: No outside boats allowed on the lake - use only the boats provided (kayak, row boat)
- NOTE: No wake on the lake
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces towards the garage and front door and camera 2 is in the back of the house facing towards the water. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces.