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Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway

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Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway provides amenities, such as a garden and an arcade/games room. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

895 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway

Wilce Cottage — Your Cozy Empire Getaway
Located right in the heart of Empire, Michigan, Wilce Cottage is the perfect home base for your Northern Michigan adventure. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage offers everything you need for a relaxed and memorable stay, including a washer and dryer, board games and puzzles, comfortable beds, croquet, and a few fun retro surprises.
The location can’t be beat—Empire Beach and the sandy shores of Lake Michigan are just a 10–15 minute walk away. Playgrounds, the library, pickleball, chocolate shops, ice cream, and local dining are all just blocks from the front door. With space to comfortably sleep up to 5 guests, Wilce Cottage is the perfect home-away-from-home for families, couples, and small groups.
Our Guest Services team is happy to help you make the most of your visit, including recommendations for bike rentals and local attractions.
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— THE PROPERTY —
Private | WiFi | Walk-to-Beach Location
Bedrooms
• Bedroom 1: Queen bed
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Additional Sleeping: Sleeper sofa in living room
Bathroom
• Full bathroom with tub
• Note: Entry to the tub is narrow due to wall placement
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Outdoor Living
• Dining set
• Grill
• Spacious yard
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Kitchen
Equipped with:
Refrigerator • Stovetop • Oven • Microwave • Cooking basics • Coffee maker • Toaster • Paper towels/trash bags
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Indoor Living
• Smart TV
• Comfortable living room
• Washer & dryer
• Board games & puzzles
• Dedicated office space with desk
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General Amenities
Linens • Towels • Heating • Hair dryer • Window A/C unit • Ceiling fans
Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM
Accessibility Notes:
• Steps required to enter the home
• Washer & dryer located downstairs
• Bathroom space is narrow
Parking: Driveway (2 vehicles)

— REST EASY WITH US —
Northland Vacation Rentals welcomes you to unwind, relax, and get into full vacation mode. We take cleanliness seriously and ensure every home is well-maintained for your comfort. If any issues arise, our friendly staff is available 24/7 to assist with urgent needs.
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— POLICIES —
• No smoking
• No pets
• No events, parties, or large gatherings
• No fireworks
• Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM
• Day guests must be approved if total exceeds 5 guests (violations may result in fines or eviction)
• Must be 25+ to book
• Additional fees and taxes may apply
• Photo ID may be required at check-in
• Management and booking fees are non-refundable
• Please review all terms, conditions, and rental agreement for full rules and cancellation policy
Starter Supplies Provided:
Paper towel, toilet paper, garbage bags, hand soap, dish soap, and dishwasher tabs (if applicable). Depending on the length of your stay, additional supplies may be needed. If a certain amenity is important to your stay, please reach out prior to booking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 895 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

About the area

Located in Downtown Mmpire, a neighbourhood in Empire, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Empire travel guide
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Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • Landscape at sunrise of sand dune, clouds, and waters of Lake Michigan, Sleeping  Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Michigan, USA
    Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Empire Bluff Trail
    Empire Bluff Trail
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Front Street
    Front Street
    32 min drive - 28.8 miles
  • Aerial view of Petoskey and Little Traverse Bay, Michigan
    Traverse City Beach
    40 min drive - 32.9 miles

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Trattoria Funistrada
    13 min drive
  • Empire Village Pizza & Spirits
    6 min walk
  • Shipwreck Cafe
    5 min walk
  • Joes Friendly Tavern
    5 min walk
  • Food For Thought
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway located?

This family-friendly Empire holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 10-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Lake Michigan is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Danielle G.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bethany H.

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith L B.

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025