Title: Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=126164172&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway ## Photo gallery for Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway ![Interior - Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126170000/126164200/126164172/e287c4e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126170000/126164200/126164172/e36cae2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, table football, books - Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126170000/126164200/126164172/0284d719.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, table football, books - Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126170000/126164200/126164172/c7f55586.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway (Empire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126170000/126164200/126164172/c9eae7d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to golfing on-site, a garden and an arcade/games room at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Kitchen ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=126164172&PinnedHotelID=126164172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=126164172&PinnedHotelID=126164172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=126164172&PinnedHotelID=126164172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=126164172&PinnedHotelID=126164172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=126164172&PinnedHotelID=126164172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=126164172&PinnedHotelID=126164172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=126164172&PinnedHotelID=126164172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=126164172&PinnedHotelID=126164172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEmpire-Hotels-Wilce-Cottage-Your-Cozy-Empire-Getaway.h126164172.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEmpire-Hotels-Wilce-Cottage-Your-Cozy-Empire-Getaway.h126164172.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Downtown Mmpire, a neighbourhood in Empire, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Travelling with kids? Consider Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. [Visit our Empire travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Empire.dx6320589) [View more Holiday homes in Empire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Empire-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6320589-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.80979%2C-86.05942&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gPomjzWk1LW9gpdyIRB_WhiclIc=) Empire, MI ### What's nearby - ![Landscape at sunrise of sand dune, clouds, and waters of Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320593/0d7f1bc3-6818-42e4-afc2-94311c01306e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Philip A. Hart Visitor Center 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320584/211350a6-ea0c-4a17-ba77-f924811585bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Fall color tour in Northern Michigan. Endless beauty. #OnTheRoad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532659745/41053ead-8626-4dfb-a2ce-e9e3df68838b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Empire Bluff Trail 19 min walk \- 1.1 miles - ![Sunrise on Little Glen Lake in Glen Arbor Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976196896/b26e02e4-36d1-4aab-b1ef-65e23fd4dc7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Little Glen Lake 6 min drive \- 5.2 miles - ![Pie is Life! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3577/46519bfa-739e-470f-b723-fd8d051380e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Front Street 32 min drive \- 28.8 miles ### Getting around - Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - Joes Friendly Tavern 5 min walk - Shipwreck Cafe 5 min walk - Empire Village Pizza & Spirits 6 min walk - Trattoria Funistrada 13 min drive - Food For Thought 6 min drive ## About this property ### Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway Family-friendly holiday home near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Consider a stay at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway and take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and an arcade/games room. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Games, barbecues and smoke-free property - A table football, books and a video library Room features All guest rooms at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway boast perks, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as desk chairs and dining tables. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 3213-278967 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway? ### What time is check-in at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway? ### What time is check-out at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway? ### Where is Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay G. 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was such a lovely home right in Empire! A 10 min walk to the beach and close to lots of hiking trails. The home had everything we needed, we enjoyed our stay. ##### Lindsay G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Danielle G. 24 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Was a great trip overall and the house was perfect for our needs. The house was clean and close to the Empire public beach. ##### Danielle G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bethany H. 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet cottage This cottage is super cute, clean, and comfortable. There are so many little extra fun touches that were so thoughtful. On our first full day, we pulled up to the cottage after being out and our youngest proclaimed that the cottage feels like home. The play room is so perfect for kids of various ages! The rotary phones were a crowd favorite! ##### Bethany H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meredith L B. 15 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Loved our stay at this cozy cottage. It was perfectly located close to everything we wanted to do with our young children - the dunes, the beach/playground, a quaint ice cream shop, North Bar lake swimming and tubing on the Platte River. We had one cooler rainy morning and loved chilling in the living room space with games and books and working on our Junior Ranger booklets. Lots of natural light and old home charm that reminded us of our home back in Virginia. The cottage was very clean, organized and well taken care of. We took advantage of doing laundry in the basement and had plenty of space for our family of 5 (kids age 3, 6, 7). We fell in love with Empire!Worth noting that the AC is a portable unit in one of the main bedrooms but fans are provided for the other spaces/bedroom. We enjoyed the open air feel and temps were generally conducive to this setup during our stay but if you expect it to be icy cold all the time (in August) this may not be the place for you. Empire in August is dreamy! ##### Meredith L B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ---