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Lakefront Cottage

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View from dock
Exterior lighting via light poles lakeside and road side of the cottage.
A house with a deck, a small porch, and a dock extending into a pond.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a sliding glass door, and a white railing.
View from deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Explore the area

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Evart, MI
  • Place, Bullhead Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Haymarsh Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room

2 Double Futons and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lakefront Cottage

Lakefront cottage with large deck boasts breathtaking views of Chippewa Lake. This 790 acre all sports lake is great for water sports, swimming, and fishing. Enjoy the beautiful sunrise, and watch the sunset reflect marvelous colors off the lake. Located 15 minutes from Big Rapids, MI this cottage includes a kid friendly swim area, campfire pit, 2 kayaks and a four-seat paddle boat. There is a DNR public boat access nearby, and East Bay general store offers lake access for recreation and regular gas. Private dock space to park one watercraft vehicle provided. Taking a boat or car ride to get ice cream is something the kids will enjoy, or hanging out at the sand bar where kids can stand and play in the sandy, shallow water! For nature lovers- sightings of loons, bald eagles, cranes, blue herons, and more will keep you on the lookout. For adventure seekers- bring your Jeep, ATV, or ORV and fling some mud on the nearby trails and seasonal roads. The Haymarsh State Game area, The White Pine Trail, and Muskegon River are also close by. Weekly and monthly discounts are available.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks permitted on the property at any time.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2354055vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Chippewa Lake

Located in Chippewa Lake, this cottage is on the waterfront. Clear Lake Golf Club and St Ives Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore White Pine Trail State Park and Bullhead Lake. Artworks and Card Wildlife Education Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.
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Map
Evart, MI

What's nearby

  • Bullhead Lake - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Long Lake - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Haymarsh Lake - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Colby Lake - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Jehnsen Lake - 12 min drive - 13.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Stone House Vinyards - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pappy's - ‬21 min drive
  • Nawal Mediterranean Eatery
  • ‪The Rooster Saloon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Morning Mug - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Bullhead Lake and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Long Lake. Hyrnes Lake and Van Alstin Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place

We loved it! Great place to get an away and relax! Very cute and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were looking for a quiet weekend for my husband, son and I and this property was perfectThe cottage is cozy , clean and supplied with everything that we needed.We never left the property and fully enjoyed fishing and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake cottage

The house yard wete super cute!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This is our second time staying here. Just like the first time the place was very clean and neat. Very easy to enter the place , unload and unwind for a beautiful week at the lake. The large deck is a wonderful place to sit morning, noon and night. Quiet neighborhood and beautiful sunrises. Definitely staying there again!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

You can tell the owner takes great pride in their place. The cabin was extremely clean, kitchen fully equiped, outside grounds were neat. Loved having the washer and dryer for just a few things I needed done. The owners were available at any time, always wanted to make sure everything was just right for us.
Sunset
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Beautiful lake. Nice accommodations. We rented a pontoon and enjoyed the lake! The local marina market is well stocked and very friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lake house

What an amazing weekend! We were able to enjoy amazing fireworks and had a very relaxing weekend! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was extremely clean and adorable with great view and location. I didn’t realize I could not have any of my family walk down that was up for the holiday. I should have read it better apparently. I was texted and contacted immediately when a person entered the property which means they watch every second of the property when my family was stopping down not staying.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2026
Thank you for your review and for your kind comments regarding the cleanliness, location, view, and charm of the property. When accommodating your earlier request to modify your reservation to add six additional guests, we advised that, per VRBO policy and the rules outlined in our listing and rental agreement, only the guests included on the reservation are permitted on the property during the stay. This policy also applies to day visitors and temporary guests who are not registered on the booking. These requirements are in place for safety, liability, and insurance purposes and help protect both guests and property owners. When the property manager notified me that there appeared to be significantly more than the nine registered guests on the property, I promptly reached out to clarify the situation. I appreciate your immediate response and cooperation in addressing the concern and complying with the house rules. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and would be happy to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is very clean and well maintained. The kitchen is very adequately stocked for cooking meals in. The view is beautiful, and the lake is shallow at the shore and along the dock so small children would be easily entertained in the water. Really enjoyed the deck. The hosts are very responsive to all questions. We would rent again - had a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage on the Lake

Lovely place on the lake. The house had everything we needed plus fun games. The bay windows give a wonderful view of the lake. We enjoyed spending time on the deck. The hosts were very easy to communicate with and left good instructions. Overall we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great cottage

great cottage for your Michigan lake vacation. Cottage had everything you'd need and then some little extras you can use when you're away from home. very nice lake with good fishing. lake water is low this season so quite shallow at the pier. owners are very responsive if you need anything
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

This is a very nice home away from home. Very clean, decor is beautiful. Fully equipped kitchen, which we would have hardly used had the weather cooperated. Excellent fishing. We had a tornado warning during our stay and the owner was in contact with us almost immediately to make sure we felt safe. Best vacation I've had in years!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

donald c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Lake house

If I’m paying a thousand dollars for 4 nights I would like cable of some sort and WiFi. Maybe I should’ve asked but you should put it online.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. On our VRBO page under the amenities section the wifi and cable/satellite television options are not checked, meaning they are not provided. We do offer a variety of DVDs for those rainy days when it is hard enjoy the lake.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heerlijk verblijf

Schitterende locatie en een huisje waarin alles aanwezig was wat je maar nodig kan hebben!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Chippewa lake cottage!

Loved the deck and the lake and bottom were great there! We had everything we needed! As an fyi The phone signal is a bit sparse in that area and Wi-Fi would have helped for communicating with our other family members in other cottages around the lake but we would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blanche D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view!

We had a wonderful relaxing time here watching the water birds, floating, taking out the paddle board, or just relaxing on the dock. The only suggestion might be a ladder or step stool to get back up on the dock....we were all retired friends! :) The cottage had all the amenities we needed and was very clean and cozy! Thank you for a wonderful experience and for sharing your special place with us!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location on the lake.

We really enjoyed our stay . The deck was a great area to sit in the morning and even though the whole day. Great view, we were out the wind, and the water stays mainly calm. Would definitely stay again. If you ever think about selling give me a call. 517-285-8841. Thank you again for the great cottage rental.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

We had such a nice time, the cottage was perfect. It's a bit remote, so it's far enough out that you feel like you are 'away' but still close enough to town to make a run to the store if you find you forgot something or need to grab a few quick items. Rachel was super nice and communicated very well. I found myself out on the deck or dock every morning just enjoying the scenery and listening to the local birds chirp. The pictures are great, but honestly don't do the cottage justice. The short path between the deck and the dock has tall old growth trees that provide wonderful shade and a lovely frame for the lake. Beds were comfortable, and the place is well kept and clean. All of the essentials are there, and a few nice to haves as well. If you are considering a stay here, just book it. You won't regret it. We found ourselves wishing for a longer stay several times during the trip. One note that isn't so much a detriment but something to be aware of ... Cell coverage isn't great at the lake and surrounding area and there is no internet at the cottage. I am a geek and went through a little tech withdraw while we were there, but managed just enough hotspotting to do the tasks I needed to while I was away from work. You won't be streaming movies while you are there, but my family of internet addicts didn't really miss it as much as we thought we would at first. Definitely a five star spot, and it gets a huge thumbs up from us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darci K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

We had the best stay at this cottage. The water area is the perfect height for small children to play around in all day - and the paddleboat made for fun trips down the lakeside for all. We were able to house 8 people (5 adults, 3 kids) with the use of the pullout couches at night. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!!

Great place to stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Girls getaway

We stayed from Friday to a Monday. We had the most gorgeous full moon to see right off the spacious beautifully maintained and clean deck area. The host, Rachel, was great about checking in with us throughout our stay. Offered to bring extra fans over since it was a very warm weekend. Very well equipped kitchen. The queen bed was very comfortable and the twin bunk room was huge. The bathroom was very clean. Plenty of storage for clothing and food. The fridge was great and kept everything super cold. The deck and the dock are strong and not made of wood so no splinters. I think it's the Trex stuff. Really nice!! We did not use the paddleboat, kayaks, the grill or games. Nice fireplace. Great deck furniture. We all would love to return next summer. You won't regret renting here
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet retreat

We stayed a Monday thru thurs and it was a nice, quiet get away. In person, the inside of the property pleasantly surprised us! The sliding doors on the back of the property lead to a nice sized deck and let in a bunch of sunlight and a refreshing breeze. Overall enjoyed the quiet retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property!

Loved the deck! Setting is beautiful! Very clean. Nicely equipped (bring your hairdryer). Great communication with owners. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne Louise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend with Dad

Beautiful property with excellent lakeside views, nature and grill.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noreen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lakefront property.

This is a beautiful lake to enjoy watersports or just relax. The back deck is spacious and beautiful. We had cool breezes off of the lake. We stayed to just relax and enjoy the view. We had a nice stay. Communication was good; quick responses.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Tibbe

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Why they chose this property

Friendly neighborhood, walking trails, beautiful scenery.

What makes this property unique

Centered right in the middle of the lake, enjoy a panoramic view of the whole lake.

Languages:

English

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