House in Empire, MI
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
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.
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— 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
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Outdoor Living
• Dining set
• Grill
• Spacious yard
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Kitchen
Equipped with:
Refrigerator • Stovetop • Oven • Microwave • Cooking basics • Coffee maker • Toaster • Paper towels/trash bags
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Indoor Living
• Smart TV
• Comfortable living room
• Washer & dryer
• Board games & puzzles
• Dedicated office space with desk
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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.
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— 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.
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.
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— 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.
Amenities at Wilce Cottage Your Cozy Empire Getaway
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Washing machine
Dryer
Kitchenware
No pets allowed
Garden
Oven
Stove
Bath or shower
Ironing facilities
Towels
Desk
Hairdryer
Map of Empire, MI
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
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.
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Aug 2025
Was a great trip overall and the house was perfect for our needs. The house was clean and close to the Empire public beach.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
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!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
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!
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Top rated by guests
9.6Outstanding
(4 Ratings)
"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. "
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