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Waterfront Paradise Lake Cottage w/ Private Dock!
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 53.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Carp Lake, MI
- Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal8 min drive
- Mackinaw City Dock8 min drive
- Headlands International Dark Sky Park13 min drive
- Mackinac Island, MI (MCD)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Waterfront Paradise Lake Cottage w/ Private Dock!
Live the lake life during your next trip to Michigan and stay at 'Brown Log Cottage!' This lakefront vacation rental provides quick access to kayaking, boating, fishing, and swimming in Paradise Lake. In addition to its waterfront location, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers 4 kayaks, a rowboat, and even a 50-foot dock to launch all of them! When you're not soaking up the sun on the lake, take a 10-minute drive up to Mackinaw City for all the best dining and shopping opportunities.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Rowboat & Kayaks Available | Shared Fire Pit | Free WiFi | 1/4 Mi to Play Area, Tennis & Pickleball Court | 576 Sq Ft
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
SHARED LAKE AMENITIES: 4 kayaks, rowboat, 50-foot dock
UNIQUE FEATURES: Air purification system & water treatment system for purer and higher quality water
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished deck, charcoal grill, 2 picnic tables, fire pit (shared w/ other guests), large yard
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen cable TV, dining table set for 4, lake views, rustic Northwoods decor
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, drip coffee maker, gas range, cooking basics, spices, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Linens, towels, fans, hair dryer, trash bags, paper towels, keyless entry, heating & air conditioning
FAQ: Exterior security cameras, another vacation rental on-site
PARKING: Gravel driveway (10 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
PARADISE LAKE (steps away): Fishing, kayaking, swimming, Paradise Lake Marina (2.2 miles), Paradise Lake Public DNR ramp (2.5 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Headlands International Dark Sky Park (8.0 miles), Wilderness State Park (9.9 miles), Stony Point Nature Preserve (2.8 miles), ATVing and hiking (trails surround the property)
FOOD/DRINK: Harbor Lights Grille (2.3 miles), Carp Lake General Store (2.4 miles), Clyde's Place (2.5 miles), Scalawags Whitefish & Chips (6.1 miles), Pizza Palace (6.2 miles), Pancake Chef (6.2 miles), Nonna Lisa's Italian Restaurant (6.5 miles), Bridgeview Diner (6.5 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Mackinaw Island (6.4 miles via the ferry from Mackinaw City), St Ignace (13.5 miles), Sault Ste. Marie (63.2 miles), Traverse City (97.5 miles), Marquette (172.0 miles)
AIRPORTS: Chippewa County International Airport (47.3 miles), Pellston Regional Airport (11.2 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- ATVs are allowed on the property - but not in the yard. There are ATV trails around the area
- No fireworks in the area
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras, facing the driveway and the lake. They do not look into interior spaces
- NOTE: Another vacation rental unit is on-site and other travelers may be present during your stay
-- THE PROPERTY --
Rowboat & Kayaks Available | Shared Fire Pit | Free WiFi | 1/4 Mi to Play Area, Tennis & Pickleball Court | 576 Sq Ft
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
SHARED LAKE AMENITIES: 4 kayaks, rowboat, 50-foot dock
UNIQUE FEATURES: Air purification system & water treatment system for purer and higher quality water
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished deck, charcoal grill, 2 picnic tables, fire pit (shared w/ other guests), large yard
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen cable TV, dining table set for 4, lake views, rustic Northwoods decor
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, drip coffee maker, gas range, cooking basics, spices, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Linens, towels, fans, hair dryer, trash bags, paper towels, keyless entry, heating & air conditioning
FAQ: Exterior security cameras, another vacation rental on-site
PARKING: Gravel driveway (10 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
PARADISE LAKE (steps away): Fishing, kayaking, swimming, Paradise Lake Marina (2.2 miles), Paradise Lake Public DNR ramp (2.5 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Headlands International Dark Sky Park (8.0 miles), Wilderness State Park (9.9 miles), Stony Point Nature Preserve (2.8 miles), ATVing and hiking (trails surround the property)
FOOD/DRINK: Harbor Lights Grille (2.3 miles), Carp Lake General Store (2.4 miles), Clyde's Place (2.5 miles), Scalawags Whitefish & Chips (6.1 miles), Pizza Palace (6.2 miles), Pancake Chef (6.2 miles), Nonna Lisa's Italian Restaurant (6.5 miles), Bridgeview Diner (6.5 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Mackinaw Island (6.4 miles via the ferry from Mackinaw City), St Ignace (13.5 miles), Sault Ste. Marie (63.2 miles), Traverse City (97.5 miles), Marquette (172.0 miles)
AIRPORTS: Chippewa County International Airport (47.3 miles), Pellston Regional Airport (11.2 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
- ATVs are allowed on the property - but not in the yard. There are ATV trails around the area
- No fireworks in the area
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras, facing the driveway and the lake. They do not look into interior spaces
- NOTE: Another vacation rental unit is on-site and other travelers may be present during your stay
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Beach view
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Carp Lake
Located in Carp Lake, this cottage is on the beach. Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal and The Jewel at the Grand Hotel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Headlands International Dark Sky Park. Animal Tracks Adventure Golf and Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.

Carp Lake, MI
What's nearby
- Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
- Mackinaw City Dock - 8 min drive - 11.2 km
- Mackinaw Bridge Museum - 8 min drive - 11.2 km
- Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
- Headlands International Dark Sky Park - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Keyhole Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
- Dixie Saloon - 10 min drive
- Wienerlicious - 9 min drive
- Darrow's Family Restaurant - 10 min drive
- Starbucks - 10 min drive
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