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Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & Wi-Fi - walkable location

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7.0 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Empire, MI
  • Place, beach near Village Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Empire

This vacation home places you in Downtown Mmpire, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • South Bar Lake - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • beach near Village Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joes Friendly Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Food For Thought - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Finger Eatery - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & Wi-Fi - walkable location

Summary:

Carol's Cottage



The Space:

With charm to spare and a great location within walking distance of Empire Beach, hiking and biking trails, quaint local restaurants and shops, and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, you've chosen wisely with this adorable cottage. The kids and family dog will love the fenced back yard, and you'll love the cozy firepit, perfect for roasting marshmallows at the end of the day. Inside, you'll find a colorful, open space, ideal for reconnecting with family and friends. Use the full kitchen to prep beach snacks, or sit down for a meal together at the sunny dining room table. After a day of exploration, grab a board game for more time together, stream the latest release on either TV, or use the free WiFi to post pics of the day's dune climb to your social media. End the day with a family cookout, and drift off to sleep dreaming of the next day's adventures. Please note that this property does not have A/C. THINGS TO KNOW There is no dishwasher in the kitchen. VueStay Vacations manages this property. Michigan Real Estate license #6505433797.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a desk.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fishing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Rules

Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Downtown Mmpire within a short 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and also 11 minutes on foot from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You'll also find Empire Bluff Trail and South Bar Lake less than a mile away.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is about 24.3 mi away.

Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & Wi-Fi - walkable location Reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t expect much with this cottage. Even though not costly this cottage is well used and shows it. Cleanliness was acceptable only, but I’m picky.I didn’t find it especially comfortable, but it’s location worked for the reason we were there for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage has a fenced yard that is nice with a dog, big fridge in the kitchen and is walkable to beach and Main Street, all of which was nice. It was a hit musty when we arrived but not a big deal. The water filter in the fridge didn't work but we had our own filter with us. I think it was overall a nice place to stay but I feel like it was overpriced for what we got.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026