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

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A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a television.
A patio with a round glass table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden deck, with a lawn and trees in the background.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, bookshelf, and a flat-screen TV.
A modern living space with a kitchen, dining area, and a sofa.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Michigan
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Garden

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

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5241222vb
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

About the area

Empire

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Downtown Mmpire, a neighbourhood in Empire. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • South Bar Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • beach near Village Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location located?

Located in Downtown Mmpire, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.

Reviews

7.4

Good

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We're so glad the fenced yard worked well with your dog and that the walkable spot near the beach and Main Street added to your stay. We're sorry the cottage felt a bit musty on arrival and that the fridge water filter wasn't working, and we've let our maintenance and housekeeping teams know so they can look into both. Thank you again for staying with us. The VueStay Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location. Very clean. My third visit. Lots of moisture this year in Michigan so the deck (northern facing and not much direct sun) smelled a little funky. My dog was very happy with the fenced in yard -- as was I! It got plenty of sun. Issue with wasps at the front door. Not the fault of the property manager that the exterminator couldn't get there before we left. Will stay there again!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2026

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