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Private home in Empire walkable to Lake Michigan
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 583.1 sq m
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Explore the area

Empire, MI
- Philip A. Hart Visitor Center7 min walk
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore13 min walk
- Empire Bluff Trail17 min walk
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Private home in Empire walkable to Lake Michigan
Located in town, Wilce Cottage is the perfect place to spend your vacation in Empire Michigan. This charming 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home has a lot to offer from a foosball table, washer and dryer, games, comfortable beds and so much more. The location is prime with walking distance to Empire Beach- the sandy shores of Lake Michigan are just a 10-15 minute walk away! This home will comfortably sleep 5 guests. Wilce Cottage is the perfect home away from home and the memories made on this vacation will last a lifetime. Our guest services staff will be happy to assist you with recommendations for bike rentals and local attractions.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Private | WiFi |
Bedroom 1: Queen sized bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Sized bed | Additional sleeping: Sleeper sofa in living room Bathroom: Full bathroom with tub (narrow access)
OUTDOOR LIVING: dining set, grill, spacious lot
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove top, oven, microwave, cooking basics, coffee maker, toaster, paper towels/trash bags
INDOOR LIVING: TV with Roku stick, living room, foosball table, washer and dryer, board games/ puzzles
GENERAL: Linens, towels, heating, hair dryer, air conditioning window units, ceiling fans
FAQ: Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)
ACCESSIBILITY: steps into the home, washer and dryer downstairs, bathroom is narrow between wall and tub
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
NATURE SCENE: Empire Beach (.5 miles/ 3 minutes), Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes (5.8 miles/ 10 minutes), Empire Bluff Trail (1.1 miles/ 4 minutes) Pierce Stocking Scenic Dr (6.5 miles/ 15 minutes), Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail/ 7.8 miles, 12 minutes) Big Glen Lake (9 miles, 13 minutes) Pyramid Point (14.7 miles/ 25 minutes)
SEE + DO: Empire Area Museum (.3 mile/ 1 minute) Empire Village shopping district (.2 miles/ 1 minute), Glen Arbor shopping district ( 8 miles/ 13 minutes) Crystal River Outfitters (8.2 miles/ 13 minutes)
TRAVERSE CITY (~24 miles/ 34 minutes): Cherry Festival, Great Lakes Children’s Museum, City Opera House, Clinch Park, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, Downtown shopping and restaurants
WINE + DINE: Joe’s Friendly Tavern (.3 miles, 1 minute), Empire Village Inn (.3 miles/ 1 minute), Shipwreck Cafe( .2 miles/ 1 minute), Art’s Tavern (8.0 miles, 13 minutes), Cherry Public House (7.9 miles, 13 minutes)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (28 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Northland Vacation Rentals welcomes you to unwind, relax, and get into vacation mode! When staying at one of our homes, we want to assure you that we will do our utmost to provide you with a wonderful place to stay. We take cleaning very seriously and make sure that all of our homes are well maintained. Should an issue arise- no worries! Our friendly staff is available 24/7 to promptly assist with any of your urgent needs.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No dogs/ pets allowed
- No events, bachelor/ bachelorette parties, or large gatherings
-No fireworks
- Please respect quiet hours from 10:00 PM-8:00 AM.
-Day guests must be approved by management if exceeding the capacity of 5 guests. Guests not adhering to this rule could face a fine or eviction as outlined in our terms and conditions that are agreed upon by renting our home. Capacity is strictly enforced and randomly checked.
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
-Please refer to our terms and conditions for the house rules.
-Please see rental agreement for cancellation and refund policy. Management fees and booking fees are non-refundable.
We will provide a starter package of paper towel, toilet paper, garbage bags, hand soap, dish soap and/or dishwasher tabs if a dishwasher is available at the property. Depending on the length of your stay, you may need to purchase more of these items. Other items not included in this list are not guaranteed. Please reach out to management to inquire if a particular amenity is important to your stay, or plan accordingly.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Private | WiFi |
Bedroom 1: Queen sized bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Sized bed | Additional sleeping: Sleeper sofa in living room Bathroom: Full bathroom with tub (narrow access)
OUTDOOR LIVING: dining set, grill, spacious lot
KITCHEN: Refrigerator, stove top, oven, microwave, cooking basics, coffee maker, toaster, paper towels/trash bags
INDOOR LIVING: TV with Roku stick, living room, foosball table, washer and dryer, board games/ puzzles
GENERAL: Linens, towels, heating, hair dryer, air conditioning window units, ceiling fans
FAQ: Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)
ACCESSIBILITY: steps into the home, washer and dryer downstairs, bathroom is narrow between wall and tub
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
NATURE SCENE: Empire Beach (.5 miles/ 3 minutes), Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes (5.8 miles/ 10 minutes), Empire Bluff Trail (1.1 miles/ 4 minutes) Pierce Stocking Scenic Dr (6.5 miles/ 15 minutes), Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail/ 7.8 miles, 12 minutes) Big Glen Lake (9 miles, 13 minutes) Pyramid Point (14.7 miles/ 25 minutes)
SEE + DO: Empire Area Museum (.3 mile/ 1 minute) Empire Village shopping district (.2 miles/ 1 minute), Glen Arbor shopping district ( 8 miles/ 13 minutes) Crystal River Outfitters (8.2 miles/ 13 minutes)
TRAVERSE CITY (~24 miles/ 34 minutes): Cherry Festival, Great Lakes Children’s Museum, City Opera House, Clinch Park, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, Downtown shopping and restaurants
WINE + DINE: Joe’s Friendly Tavern (.3 miles, 1 minute), Empire Village Inn (.3 miles/ 1 minute), Shipwreck Cafe( .2 miles/ 1 minute), Art’s Tavern (8.0 miles, 13 minutes), Cherry Public House (7.9 miles, 13 minutes)
AIRPORT: Cherry Capital Airport (28 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Northland Vacation Rentals welcomes you to unwind, relax, and get into vacation mode! When staying at one of our homes, we want to assure you that we will do our utmost to provide you with a wonderful place to stay. We take cleaning very seriously and make sure that all of our homes are well maintained. Should an issue arise- no worries! Our friendly staff is available 24/7 to promptly assist with any of your urgent needs.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No dogs/ pets allowed
- No events, bachelor/ bachelorette parties, or large gatherings
-No fireworks
- Please respect quiet hours from 10:00 PM-8:00 AM.
-Day guests must be approved by management if exceeding the capacity of 5 guests. Guests not adhering to this rule could face a fine or eviction as outlined in our terms and conditions that are agreed upon by renting our home. Capacity is strictly enforced and randomly checked.
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
-Please refer to our terms and conditions for the house rules.
-Please see rental agreement for cancellation and refund policy. Management fees and booking fees are non-refundable.
We will provide a starter package of paper towel, toilet paper, garbage bags, hand soap, dish soap and/or dishwasher tabs if a dishwasher is available at the property. Depending on the length of your stay, you may need to purchase more of these items. Other items not included in this list are not guaranteed. Please reach out to management to inquire if a particular amenity is important to your stay, or plan accordingly.
Property manager
Connie & Matt Kroll
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Empire
Located in Empire, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Empire, MI
What's nearby
- Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Empire Bluff Trail - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
- Little Glen Lake - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Shipwreck Cafe - 5 min walk
- Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - 6 min walk
- Food For Thought - 6 min drive
- Friendly Tavern - 5 min walk
- Tiffany's Ice Cream - 4 min walk
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Hosted by Connie & Matt Kroll

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