No, unfortunately I do not have a cottage on that lake I wish I did maybe in a few years if possible.
I actually know someone there (

). I'm not sure about the launch situation but I did hear the same thing as you about them being private. I know there's a cottage rental place at one end of the lake but I never went there to ask if you could just launch a boat.
In regards to "eyes' yes, last year I caught more eyes there than ever before, nothing big though but fun for sure.
I just go fishing for the fun and I never keep anything. This year my wife's family will be there, so where having our annual family fishing derby for fun.
It’s all for fun, but for sure to have the bragging rights for one year.

I had a trophy/plaque made with my nephews name on it since he won last year. We also do up a board and keep score at the end of each day. So, who ever catch’s the most weight wins the trophy. It’s also a good way to get the younger kids in the family involved in fishing.
Maybe I'll see you there. Look for the blue and candy apple red Procraft. July 05 to July 18.
BBD
