Located in Hale, this resort is on the waterfront. Green Briar Golf Course and Wicker Hills 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 Loon Lake Nature Park and Sage Lake.
Saganing Eagles Landing Casino - 56 min drive - 79.7 km
Restaurants
The Cedar Tavern & Grill - 12 min drive
Kenyon's Lakeside and Dining Lng - 8 min drive
Long Lake Bar - 20 min drive
Timber& Tides Restaurant - 19 min drive
Timber & Tides Restaurant - 19 min drive
About this property
ISLAND COVE on beautiful Sage Lake
This beautiful lake front property has so much to offer. With stunning lake views out every window to the sandy beach with lake side fire pit and outdoor brick paver patio and BBQ it truly is a northern Michigan paradise with kayaks, paddle boards, paddle boat, pontoon boats and more!
This property is located in Hale MI on all sports Sage Lake. This property is surrounded by water with a land bridge and has lake views from every window in the house. With 4 bedrooms it offers enough sleeping space for 12+ people. This property can also be used to house guests from our other property at near by Zeron's Island also on Sage Lake. It has plenty of parking, nice outdoor patio and BBQ area, as well as a lake side fire pit area and sandy beach for swimming. We have a 2 person paddle pontoon boat, kayaks, stand up paddle boards, and yard games like corn hole & ladder ball all for renter use as well an 4 different pontoon boats that we have as an option to rent at different prices. This lovely home has 4 queen size beds up stairs (3 in the big room upstairs that has two large walk in closets, & 1 in a separate sleeping areas upstairs), 3 sleeper sofas, and one king size bed in the master bedroom on the main level there is plenty of room to sleep. There is a nice size living room and dining room (table seats 4) on the main floor with a bar top (Sears 3) over looking into the kitchen as well as another living room area upstairs that has 2 sleeper sofas and a regular sofa that would be perfect for the kids to play and sleep in. The home has a full bathroom upstairs with tub and shower, a master bath with stand up shower and his & her sinks, and a 1/2 bath just off the kitchen. The large sandy beach in front side of property is great for building sand castles with the kids, swimming, or just sun tanning while you watch our beautiful water fountain. If all of that isn't enough to do we are only about 25 minutes from West Branch MI. The Rifle River is very close by (less than 10-15 minutes) for canoeing down the river and Green Briar 18 hole golf course within only a few minutes drive (less than 2 miles). This property has a lot to offer and is large enough for your big family or just a big groups of friends. Pontoon rental boats available all summer long and would be required to book for all reservations during peak season (End of May thru Mid September)
Guests have full access to every room in the house and the entire yard and beach as well as the large boat dock on back side of the property.
We have a 2020 Misty Harbor (23’) Pontoon with sun canopy and swim ladder rents for $300 per night or $1,600 a week and seats 12-14 people
2014 Misty Harbor Pontoon (10-12 person) with canopy and swim ladder rents for $250 per night or $1,250 for the week.
1988 Harris Pontoon (Completed refurbished 5 years ago) has no sun canopy or swim ladder (12 person) and rents for $200 per night or $950 per week.
We have two kayaks, two stand up paddle boards, 2 person paddle pontoon boat, and yard games like corn hole and ladder ball all for guest use. There is a nice large brick paver patio with new patio furniture and a BBQ grill. There is plenty of grass yard area for tossing around the football or playing with the frisbee. This property has some of the best views on the lake and plenty to do.
I am always available to reach by phone, text, or email. We don't meet with the guests but leave the keys or give front door code to renters before arrival. We do have a care taker that lives nearby if our guests need anything from fresh towels to clean linens. Our customer & guests services are top notch and someone is always available for any problems or questions any guests may have.
Our street and area is all lake front cabins and homes that have some of the nicest people. They are totally ok with us renting to out of towners and are very welcoming to our renters. Most of the locals are up for the weekends or holidays and are there to enjoy the lake and all of the same activities our renters are so it is certainly a wonderful area to be in northern MI during the summer time.
No. We have the boat rentals to get around on the lake and there is a bar/restaurant that is usually open on the weekends and during the busy times that has great food and is a local hang out with a very cool back round story and history to the place. It's called Kenyon's Resort. They also sell gasoline on the water for boats to refill conveniently.
We also own near by Zeron's Private Island on Sage Lake that sleeps 10+ people and has some of the most amazing views of around the lake and has all the amenities as any other cabin would. It is run completely on solar power but you would never know it so it is very peaceful and relaxing. We expect all of our guests to act respectfully and as if this property was their own. We have yet to have any problems with neighbors or locals and want to keep it that way.
We do not do any check in/out days on a Saturday.
Must be 25+ to book and require ID
Check in time is 4pm
Must sign and return our rental agreements before booking is complete.
We have 3 different pontoon boats that are available between our two properties and for other people around the lake. We require a pontoon rental be booked for the duration of your stay even if you’re bringing a boat of your own. Ask about pricing as this will be an additional cost to the booking and must be figured out before a reservation can be accepted.
When booking in July we do not give a weekly discount for a week long rental.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
Events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Frequently asked questions
Is ISLAND COVE on beautiful Sage Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this resort allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at ISLAND COVE on beautiful Sage Lake?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ISLAND COVE on beautiful Sage Lake on 29 Apr 2026 start from £386, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at ISLAND COVE on beautiful Sage Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ISLAND COVE on beautiful Sage Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ISLAND COVE on beautiful Sage Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ISLAND COVE on beautiful Sage Lake located?
Situated on the waterfront, this resort is steps from Sage Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Happy Island and Jenkins Lake. Laird Lake and Zerons Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).
ISLAND COVE on beautiful Sage Lake Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our stay was so perfect in many ways! Nice beach for a 2 year old, a game room for teenagers, pontoon was so fun, and the entire house was very accommodating! We want to come back for sure!
We had a great stay! Everyone in our group had a great time and enjoyed the property. Joe the property manager was easy to communicate with and was very helpful from the moment we booked our stay to the checking out. We look forward to staying here agian in the future!
We had a great time at this property. Our kids swam, fished, kayaked, and had s’mores around the campfire. Boat rental was a nice bonus. Was a great place to make memories.
We had a great stay - 8 adults and 5 kids and plenty of space and activities for all! Loved that we had access to the kayaks, paddle boards, and pontoon so the kids could try all the activities at their pace. Lake house is great for those that can’t do a lot of steps, something we noticed most of the other houses on the lake had. Great stay will be back!
Perfect family getaway for a group of 8 adults and 6 kids. The outdoor space is beautiful and exactly as described within the listing. The kids had an absolute blast in the water kayaking and paddle boarding all day long along with swimming off the pontoon boat. Highly recommend Island Cove!
The property was the perfect getaway for our family of 7 adults and 4 children. Right off the lake, great views, perfectly nestled fire pit, and great sandy bottom for the kids...need I say more. The accommodations were very comfortable and relaxing. We will be back!
The lakehouse was wonderful! Great little island and all the amenities and outdoor play that you need to never even have to leave during your stay. The owner is one of the best I have interacted with while renting. He is friendly, answers promptly, and takes care of his guests during their stay! Will definitely be booking again.
Perfect for a family getaway with the kids and dogs
Island Cove was perfect for our family vacation. The house fit the six of us (plus two infants and two dogs) comfortably, and everyone loved spending time at the beach, on the pontoon boat, and playing yard games. The check in and check out procedures were simple. It's so rare to find a place like this that ticks all the boxes - great location, easy rental experience, plenty of amenities, and the ability to bring the dogs along for the fun! We'll definitely rent again.
My family and I had an amazing time at the house. There was plenty of activities and things to do on the lake. We made great use of everything available from the kayaks, paddle boards, and pontoon. The house was very clean and there was plenty of space for our large family. We had perfect weather to enjoy our weekend here.
Our weekend was amazing! The property was exactly like the pictures showed if not better. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We loved taking the pontoon boat around the lake and going for morning kayaking and paddle boarding. We will definitely return!
We booked this house for a family vacation with cousins from out of state and it was absolutely amazing! The perfect size, great location, and equipped with so many fun things to do. We spent the day kayaking, riding the paddle boat, paddle boarding, and took the pontoon out and spent the evenings around the fire. The little beach was perfect for our small kiddos, ages 2-12. Joe, the property manager responded quickly and friendly to all my (many!) questions and never made me feel like a burden. Would highly recommend to any family looking for a nice, clean, relaxing vacation :)
This property was perfect for my group of 10. There was plenty of room for everyone. The slope of the beach was perfect for our non swimmers in the group. We got to try out kayaking and paddle boarding with the equipment that was made available We also enjoyed the pontoon boat we rented. We did s’mores at the fire pit and made a lot of use of the grill. The views from all of the windows was breathtaking.
We had a wonderful time at this property for our annual family vacation. We had 8 adults, 5 kids with 1 being a 6 month old. There was plenty for everyone to do from boating, kayaking, stand up paddle boards and paddle boating. The property was clean and there was plenty of room for everyone to sleep. The only downfall we had is the majority of the beds were upstairs with only one bathroom while the master suite is downstairs. To access the master bathroom you had to go through the bedroom, so it wasn’t always convenient. That did not stop us from having a wonderful time!
We had a fun, relaxing, and enjoyable week at the Island Cove rental. Sage Lake is a beautiful lake to wake up to each morning and a great lake to view the sunset in the evening. Renting the pontoon boat is a must for those who want to enjoy the entire lake experience. Good fishing location to find bluegill, pike, large mouth bass, and crappies. The property is great for families to have their own space while also enjoying family time around a bonfire each evening. Kayaks and SUP boards are available to enjoy and a nice way to explore the lake. Our dog also enjoyed the property as he was able to safely run around the cove and chase off the geese too. Boaters on the lake are friendly and courteous and we felt safe swimming anywhere in the lake. Property Managers/Owners are very responsive, kind, and helpful.
We would recommend this rental and look forward to visiting Sage Lake again soon.
We had such a wonderful time staying here. The views are splendid, the home is very well furnished and super comfortable. Throughout the house there are tons of windows that allowed us to appreciate the views of the water on all sides. There was more than enough room in the house for me and my wife, our theee boys, and our dog. Our parents came to visit in the weekend and had their own room. The three boys each got their own bed in the upstairs room above the garage. We used the grill outside and it worked perfectly. We used the outside fire pit down by the water several times and it was great with very nice chairs to sit in. The property manager was very nice and helpful and we had great communication with them throughout our stay if there was anything we needed. While in one of the nicest lakes in Hale, it’s very close to several restaurants which we enjoyed every one of them. We look forward to staying again here next year.
We traveled with my family (2 adults, 3 kids aged 6,3, and 6 months) and two other couples and stayed for a week in June 2022. Overall we really enjoyed our stay at Island Cove. The house was very clean and had pretty much everything you need. We spent a lot of time on the beach with the kids, around the fire pit, using the kayaks and other yard games, and especially the pontoon boat. The boat was awesome! We packed snacks and lunches and spent a large portion of the day on the water. We anchored and fished, swam, and just enjoyed the sun.
The house isn't as private as it seems as parking for the other property is with this house. As common with most houses in N MI, there is no central air but a few window air units; however because of all the windows and no blinds or shades, the house, especially the upstairs gets very warm on hot days. Even with the AC units running, the upstairs was 85. The washer and dryer were a chore to use, wouldn't start and then didn't spin all the water out, so we just went to the laundry mat. Minor detail but the coffee maker is slow - we had 6 adults so we had to make two pots every day.
Check in was easy and any maintenance or housekeeping staff we saw were very friendly.
Go to Alwards market and get their bacon, delicious! Crusins Corner Store has ice cream and we'd highly recommend going out to eat at Cedar Tavern and Grill. Large portions, really good food, and everyone was very friendly.
Meredith M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Joe M.
29 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Not too shabby
We had 8 people stay with decent comfort.
The only real issues were the AC upstairs not being very effective, though it didn't really matter because we were on the lake most of the day and it cooled down nicely at night.
My family and I had a wonderful time at Island Cove. There were 7 adults and 6 kids ranging from 1-11 years old. There was plenty to do for every age. We enjoyed the pontoon, kayaking, paddle boarding, playing in the sand on the beach, bonfire by the water, grilling, amazing views of the lake, running around in the yard, drinks at the tiki bar, and so much more. The shed was stocked with beach toys, life jackets, and fishing poles. The beach had a shallow area for the little ones to play in the water. The bigger kids had a blast kayaking and paddle boarding. The pontoon was perfect to cruise around the lake and we easily found a sand bar to hang out. Communication with the owner/manager was easy and he was always quick to respond if we had questions. Plenty of space for everyone. My only suggestion is to add blinds in the living room/kitchen and in the upstairs loft. It can get pretty hot in those areas when the sun sets and blinds would help prevent the house from heating up. We had one rainy day and so we went to a local bowling alley until it cleared up - tons of fun there too! We would definitely come back because we had an amazing time and loved the property and house. It was stocked with everything we needed. Thank you for the wonderful memories!!
Had a wonderful weekend at the cottage! All amenities were exactly as described and more. Beautiful lake! We enjoyed our sunset cruises on the pontoon. Would love to come back!
We had an amazing time! All 20 of us!! The property is beautiful!! Lots of outdoor space for all!! Property Management was great address all our questions and requested promptly!!