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

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Michigan

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

Rooms & beds

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

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About the area

Empire

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Downtown Empire, 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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Map
Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • beach near Village Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • beach near Downtown Mmpire - 8 min walk - 0.7 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

  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Joes Friendly Tavern - ‬3 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, & Wi-Fi - walkable location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & Wi-Fi - walkable location?

As of 27 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & Wi-Fi - walkable location on 28 October 2026 start from NZ$764, 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.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Located in Downtown Empire, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and South Bar Lake are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location for a chill weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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
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
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 August 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
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