Updated historical cottage near the beach with a fireplace, washer/dryer, AC | House in Empire

8.4 (6 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Empire House | Updated historical cottage near the beach with a fireplace, washer/dryer, AC

3 Bedroom House in Empire

Empire Lodge
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This updated historical cottage has maintained all its historic charm while shining with quality furnishings and appliances. Located in Empire, just three blocks from Lake Michigan Beach, this home makes a fantastic home base for any Lake Michigan getaway.
After a fun-filled day at the lake, come home to brisk air conditioning, high speed WiFi, and a private washer/dryer. Lounge in the living room together or head to the spacious kitchen to prepare a meal together. On nice nights, take to the deck for grilling and alfresco dining. Round the night out with stargazing by the glow of the firepit.
THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Updated historical cottage near the beach with a fireplace, washer/dryer, AC is located in Empire. Updated historical cottage near the beach with a fireplace, washer/dryer, AC provides accommodation, featuring TV, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features TV, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Updated historical cottage near the beach with a fireplace, washer/dryer, AC has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 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

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

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • 2 bathrooms
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)
  • Italian
  • French
  • English
  • German
  • Spanish
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
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

Kristy D.
Sep 14, 2025 05:03:35 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: Quiet neighborhood. Very dark in the lodge part and a bit musty. Found a dish full of water under the sink in the kitchen. Obviously leaking, causing the mustiness.
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