Wilce Cottage - Charming vintage cottage
Empire, Butte County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Wilce Cottage - Charming vintage cottage Charming historic home nestled on 2 shaded lots in the village of Empire. It’s just a short walk or bike ride to Empire’s quaint main street and to one of the world’s most beautiful beaches.Our cottage has two bedrooms, each with a queen bed. Additional sleeping spaces for 1 person is provided by a sleeper sofa in the living room. Both the dining room (seat...
Wilce Cottage - Charming vintage cottage Charming historic home nestled on 2 shaded lots in the village of Empire. It’s just a short walk or bike ride to Empire’s quaint main street and to one of the world’s most beautiful beaches.Our cottage has two bedrooms, each with a queen bed. Additional sleeping spaces for 1 person is provided by a sleeper sofa in the living room. Both the dining room (seats up to 10) and the living room are light-filled, spacious and sport newly refinished pine floors. Fully furnished, with WiFi, a flat screen television (note there is no cable), dishes, cookware, bed linens and bath towels (please provide your own beach towels).Enjoy climbing the dunes, paddling the shoreline, biking the Heritage Trail or simply walking to Empire’s tavern, art galleries, ice cream shop and library. Venture out or get cozy at the cottage where you can use the outdoor charcoal grill, piece together a puzzle at the game table in the living room or stroll to the beach to watch a sunset overlooking Lake Michigan.Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Lakeshore park was voted ‘most beautiful place in America’ by ABC Good Morning America. Come see why!(1) BEACH! Our cottage is a mere 3 blocks walk (or bike ride) from Empire’s public beach. We love this beach because it provides spectacular views of both the Empire Bluffs (which you can walk to the top of via the Bluff Trail) to the south and Sleeping Bear’s massive sand dunes to the north.Also, the beach lets you enjoy two lakes: Lake Michigan to the west and the much smaller South Bar Bake to the east. South Bar Lake stays considerably warmer than the big lake and is an especially great spot for young children.(2) VILLAGE! Empire itself is charming, quiet and walkable. There are several small, locally owned businesses, including a surf shop, a handmade chocolate shop, an art gallery, gift and antique shops, a friendly tavern (on a cold evening, grab the table right next to the wood stove and order the chicken wings), and a newly renovated public library (which our kids spent hours in playing games and reading during rainy days).(3) NATIONAL PARK! Empire is surrounded by sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore, a 50,000 acre national park that boasts 64 miles of lake Michigan beaches, two islands, 26 inland lakes, and the iconic sand dunes. Sleeping bear’s visitor’s center, located just 3 blocks from our cottage, has interpretive displays and is a great jumping off point for exploring the rest of the park.
Popular amenities
Entertainment
- Television
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Location type
- Town
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Dryer
- Washer
- Free WiFi
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 23
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Must sign rental agreement upon booking: Must sign rental agreement upon booking
Important Information
- 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Empire
Empire is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan.
Nearby locations
- Philip A. Hart Visitor Center 6 min walk
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore 13 min walk
- Empire Bluff Trail 20 min walk
- Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive 6 min drive
- Little Glen Lake 7 min drive
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) 43 min drive
Restaurants
- Shipwreck Cafe 4 min walk
- Food For Thought 7 min drive
- Empire Village Pizza & Spirits 6 min walk
- Friendly Tavern 5 min walk
- Tiffany's Ice Cream 4 min walk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wilce Cottage - Charming vintage cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Wilce Cottage - Charming vintage cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wilce Cottage - Charming vintage cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wilce Cottage - Charming vintage cottage located?
Situated in Empire, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Empire Bluff Trail is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.