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

4.7 / 5.0

Outstanding(26 Ratings)

House in Empire, MI

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this house rental

Carol's Cottage

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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 prepare snacks for the beach, or sit down for a meal together at the sunny dining room table. After a day of exploration, grab a board game for some more together time, 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.

THINGS TO KNOW
There is no dishwasher in the kitchen.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Empire, MI

Nearby attractions

Sleeping Bear Dunes Overlook

3.3 mi

Dune Climb

5.1 mi

Mission Point Lighthouse

31.2 mi

Inspiration Point

21.7 mi

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

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4.7 / 5.0

Outstanding(26 Ratings)

House in Empire, MI

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this house rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Empire, MI

Nearby attractions

Sleeping Bear Dunes Overlook

3.3 mi

Dune Climb

5.1 mi

Mission Point Lighthouse

31.2 mi

Inspiration Point

21.7 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.7 / 5.0

Outstanding(26 Ratings)

4.0 / 5.0

Sep 2024

Private, proximity to Lake Michigan and other area attractions. WiFi / TV excellent. Met our needs perfectly!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

We loved our stay in Empire. The house is very close (walking distance) to one good restaurant (Joe’s) and an ice cream shop. Driving distance to two more good restaurants (shipwreck cafe and pizza place). The house has adequate space to relax, good beds, a nice laundry room, and a great backyard with a fire pit. We were very comfortable and would stay here again. The beach is incredible, it’s 4 blocks away and the water and sand are beautiful. We enjoyed our daily trips to the beach very much. Make time to spend a day exploring Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Stop in the visitor center first and learn more about it all. Love our National Park Service so much. The ONLY complaint we have is there were a LOT of spiders in the house. We are fairly thick skinned people who are mostly pacifists when it comes to bugs in our house. This, however, tested our ability for tolerance. I’m not exaggerating when I say we “eliminated” at least 100 spiders in our week there. A few were very large and we found them within inches of where our heads were on our pillow just moments before. It was… a lot. They were under the beds, in every corner of every room, under the bathroom counter. I did let the management know via text when they checked in on how we were doing but I didn’t want any fumigation while we (and our dog) were there. That was our choice. I don’t know what they normally do to combat this issue but hopefully they will see this review and address it. A partial refund? :)

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

We loved staying at this cozy little cottage in Empire. It had everything we needed.

3.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

We are return guests and love this spot, although the house could use some maintenance since our visit last year. As someone noted in Aug 2023 the front door is very hard to open from inside when it’s locked. We are landlords ourselves and this is a major fire hazard. The loose cabinet door for the cupboard under the sink, which was noted in a review last fall, has simply been removed, leaving household chemicals open to small kids. The house inside was clean but the outside porch and deck were filthy and covered with leaves, dirt and spiders, which may explain the thriving indoor earwig population (not present last year). Aside from that, the house is cozy, the beds are comfortable and the location is perfect. Vacasa is based in Oregon and texts to mgmt are answered with sincerity and no action, as are these reviews.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

Great location quiet neighborhood. Loved the fenced in backyard. I did a 4 out of 5 stars for cleanliness because i think the outside of the house should be cleaned a little better get the webs and bugs off the house especially since theres no AC and you have to rely on windows being opened for air flow. The inside of the house was clean no problems there. All in all great place to stay especially if you have a dog with you.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Great location, very quiet, well appointed, easy to access, comfortable beds and furnishings. Pet friendly with a fenced yard and dog bags!

4.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

My wife and I had an enjoyable trip. A few comments on our stay and the reason for not giving a 5 star rating. This is admittedly some of my fault. This is a pet friendly place, not being a pet owner, I should have considered that there would be remnants of pet hair. I had to vaccum the living room furniture prior to sitting on it. Also cleaned up the the throw rug. House could use some updates. Either way, not a horrible experience. I can say its in a perfect location for taking part in the area attractions and close enough to Traverse city if you want plenty of options for dinner

4.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

Spacious rooms, walking distance to Front Street. Quiet residential area. Close to beachfront at Lake Michigan. Dog friendly.

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2023

Perfect place for a little r&r during the fall foilage season. Easy walk to the beach, easy walk to the corner hamburger joint. Very comfortable and welcoming.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Clean…clean….and clean! Had everything we needed. Close to Lake Michigan. Comfy and safe.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

Nicely furnished with high quality. Comfty beds. Good location for visiting Frankfort to the peninsulas.

3.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

We booked this cottage for its location and pet friendliness. Both of those are great reasons to stay here! A few things to know: The backyard is fenced but our small 11 pound pup found lots of garbage in the grass and also managed to find spaces to escape so you do have to watch them out there. We let Vacasa know immediately about cleanliness issues but those were not tended to because “their biz hours are weekdays 9-5” which belies the service industry. The front door needs attention; we had trouble locking/unlocking it because it is not square and at one point was completely stuck shut. Overall, we still had a great time because of the location but want folks to know what they can expect when renting this place!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Easy to walk everywhere

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

This was the perfect place to stay as we traveled with 2 adult golden retrievers. So grateful that property owners allow pets. The dogs and humans had a wonderful stay and we will book again next year.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Close to everything, very homey. Waze and google sent us down a dead end so be aware there is a gap in this street. Everything else was wonderful.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

The place was exactly what we expected, super clean, and had everything we needed. A great home base for exploring the northwest lower peninsula!

4.0 / 5.0

Nov 2022

Location and fenced in yard.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Empire?

The average price for a rental in Empire is $278 per night. This rental is $135 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

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

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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House in Empire, MI

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Empire, MI

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Empire?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

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

What amenities are available at Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location?

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