Located in Downtown Mmpire, a neighbourhood in Empire, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Travelling with kids? Consider Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby.
Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Empire Bluff Trail - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Little Glen Lake - 6 min drive - 8.3 km
Front Street - 32 min drive - 46.4 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Joes Friendly Tavern - 5 min walk
Shipwreck Cafe - 5 min walk
Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - 6 min walk
Trattoria Funistrada - 13 min drive
Food For Thought - 6 min drive
About this property
Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway
Wilce Cottage — Your Cozy Empire Getaway Located right in the heart of Empire, Michigan, Wilce Cottage is the perfect home base for your Northern Michigan adventure. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage offers everything you need for a relaxed and memorable stay, including a washer and dryer, board games and puzzles, comfortable beds, croquet, and a few fun retro surprises. The location can’t be beat—Empire Beach and the sandy shores of Lake Michigan are just a 10–15 minute walk away. Playgrounds, the library, pickleball, chocolate shops, ice cream, and local dining are all just blocks from the front door. With space to comfortably sleep up to 5 guests, Wilce Cottage is the perfect home-away-from-home for families, couples, and small groups. Our Guest Services team is happy to help you make the most of your visit, including recommendations for bike rentals and local attractions. ________________________________________ — THE PROPERTY — Private | WiFi | Walk-to-Beach Location Bedrooms • Bedroom 1: Queen bed • Bedroom 2: Queen bed • Additional Sleeping: Sleeper sofa in living room Bathroom • Full bathroom with tub • Note: Entry to the tub is narrow due to wall placement ________________________________________ Outdoor Living • Dining set • Grill • Spacious yard ________________________________________ Kitchen Equipped with: Refrigerator • Stovetop • Oven • Microwave • Cooking basics • Coffee maker • Toaster • Paper towels/trash bags ________________________________________ Indoor Living • Smart TV • Comfortable living room • Washer & dryer • Board games & puzzles • Dedicated office space with desk ________________________________________ General Amenities Linens • Towels • Heating • Hair dryer • Window A/C unit • Ceiling fans Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM Accessibility Notes: • Steps required to enter the home • Washer & dryer located downstairs • Bathroom space is narrow Parking: Driveway (2 vehicles)
— REST EASY WITH US — Northland Vacation Rentals welcomes you to unwind, relax, and get into full vacation mode. We take cleanliness seriously and ensure every home is well-maintained for your comfort. If any issues arise, our friendly staff is available 24/7 to assist with urgent needs. ________________________________________ — POLICIES — • No smoking • No pets • No events, parties, or large gatherings • No fireworks • Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM • Day guests must be approved if total exceeds 5 guests (violations may result in fines or eviction) • Must be 25+ to book • Additional fees and taxes may apply • Photo ID may be required at check-in • Management and booking fees are non-refundable • Please review all terms, conditions, and rental agreement for full rules and cancellation policy Starter Supplies Provided: Paper towel, toilet paper, garbage bags, hand soap, dish soap, and dishwasher tabs (if applicable). Depending on the length of your stay, additional supplies may be needed. If a certain amenity is important to your stay, please reach out prior to booking.
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
No pets allowed
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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
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway?
As of 2 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway on 21 May 2026 start from NZ$433, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway located?
This family-friendly Empire holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 10-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Lake Michigan is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.
Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was such a lovely home right in Empire! A 10 min walk to the beach and close to lots of hiking trails. The home had everything we needed, we enjoyed our stay.
This cottage is super cute, clean, and comfortable. There are so many little extra fun touches that were so thoughtful. On our first full day, we pulled up to the cottage after being out and our youngest proclaimed that the cottage feels like home. The play room is so perfect for kids of various ages! The rotary phones were a crowd favorite!
Loved our stay at this cozy cottage. It was perfectly located close to everything we wanted to do with our young children - the dunes, the beach/playground, a quaint ice cream shop, North Bar lake swimming and tubing on the Platte River. We had one cooler rainy morning and loved chilling in the living room space with games and books and working on our Junior Ranger booklets. Lots of natural light and old home charm that reminded us of our home back in Virginia. The cottage was very clean, organized and well taken care of. We took advantage of doing laundry in the basement and had plenty of space for our family of 5 (kids age 3, 6, 7). We fell in love with Empire!Worth noting that the AC is a portable unit in one of the main bedrooms but fans are provided for the other spaces/bedroom. We enjoyed the open air feel and temps were generally conducive to this setup during our stay but if you expect it to be icy cold all the time (in August) this may not be the place for you. Empire in August is dreamy!