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

8.6 (40 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Empire House | Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location

2 Bedroom House in Empire

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.
Please note that this property does not have A/C.
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.
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.

Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location is located in Empire. Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Security/Safety, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Kitchen, Security/Safety, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Empire has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Empire, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • Unit size: 950 sq ft (88 sq m)
  • French
  • Italian
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • In a village
Internet
  • Internet access
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Note from host: dogs only. max of 2. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Elizabeth C.
Jun 29, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: The proximity to “downtown” Empire was super and it is an easy walk to the beach. Our dogs enjoyed the back yard and it was easy to walk them around the neighborhood. We neglected to notice that there is no A/C. We opened the windows due to record high temps during our stay and there are a lot of fans in the closets but do note it got very hot inside. Bring a sheetpan/cookie sheet or 9x13 - I forgot mine for dinner prep and cooking and the kitchen didn’t have one.
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