The Cottonwood Inn B&B

3.5 star property
Victorian B&B within walking distance of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center

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Beach
The Cottonwood Carriage House | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Front of property
Trillium Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, travel crib
The Cottonwood Carriage House | Private kitchen
Experience the tranquility of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore at The Cottonwood Inn B&B. Enjoy a warm full breakfast, bask in the peacefulness of the garden, and cozy up by the firepit on chilly evenings. With free self parking and outdoor furniture, your stay will be a relaxing retreat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (2)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bathtub or shower
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)

Room options

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The Empire Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

The Sunset Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Monarch Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Cottonwood Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Trillium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Trundle Beds and 1 Queen Bed

The Roen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Trundle Bed

The Cottonwood Carriage House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
9583 W Front St, Empire, MI, 49630

What's nearby

  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 9 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Joes Friendly Tavern - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Funistrada - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Becasse - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Cottonwood Inn B&B

The Cottonwood Inn B&B puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free covered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM

Facilities

  • Built in 1895
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Travel crib
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished patio
  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

The Cottonwood Inn B&B Empire
The Cottonwood Inn B&B Bed & breakfast
The Cottonwood Inn B&B Bed & breakfast Empire

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Cottonwood Inn B&B?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Cottonwood Inn B&B?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cottonwood Inn B&B?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Cottonwood Inn B&B and nearby?

The Cottonwood Inn B&B has a garden.

Does The Cottonwood Inn B&B have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished patio and a yard.

What's the area around The Cottonwood Inn B&B like?

The Cottonwood Inn B&B is located a short 12-minute walk from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

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