The Cottonwood Inn B&B

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Located close to Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Empire Bluff Trail, The Cottonwood Inn B&B provides free full breakfast, a firepit, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a window.

The Empire Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a floral bedspread, a television, a window with blinds, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

The Sunset Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a mirror, a ceiling fan, and a window.

The Monarch Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bench, a small table, and a chair.

The Cottonwood Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a white metal bed frame, a patterned bedspread, two nightstands with green lamps, and a framed picture of a bicycle on the wall.

Trillium Room

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(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Trundle Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a bench, and a window with curtains.

The Roen Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Trundle Bed

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A cozy living room with a staircase, a sofa, a wooden bookshelf, and a kitchen area in the background.

The Cottonwood Carriage House

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Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Mmpire, a neighborhood in Empire, The Cottonwood Inn B&B is in a national park. Empire Bluff Trail and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Little Glen Lake. Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Glen Lake are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Empire travel guide
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9583 W Front St, Empire, MI, 49630

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy dunes, and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
    Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a clear blue sea, and a forested hill in the background.
    Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • South Bar Lake
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • beach near Village Park
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • beach near Downtown Mmpire
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Cottonwood Inn B&B

  • Bed & breakfast near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
  • Located close to Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Empire Bluff Trail, The Cottonwood Inn B&B provides free full breakfast, a firepit, and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as furnished patios and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Private yards, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottonwood Inn B&B pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottonwood Inn B&B?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottonwood Inn B&B?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottonwood Inn B&B located?

Located in Downtown Mmpire, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Empire Bluff Trail and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Cottonwood Inn B&B Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful farmhouse and very friendly hosts and other employees. They went the extra mile for us. We will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Inn is lovely and beautiful. Grounds are well kept and restful. Staff (Toby) was great- friendly, personable, good breakfast cook We have been to many B and Bs- this was one of the best. I would highly recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Cottonwood Inn was a fantastic experience! This was our first bed and breakfast and we loved it! The home is historic but in very good condition. And the breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This B&B is very close to Empire Beach, Sleeping Dunes visitor center, and some restaurants and cute shops. The B&B house is spacious with multiple sitting areas inside and outside. The breakfast was amazing every morning, with lots of different homemade options, very delicious! The hosts were great, and had good suggestions for local places to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were beyond welcoming and accommodating, actually they were more like extended family, communicative and as involved as what we did or did not need . The rooms were clean, the breakfasts were top notch, and plentiful in meal selection. There were absolutely no troubles in getting to our room, and common areas of the house ... it was like a second home. We'll definitely be returning, in the future! Thank you both, Holly and Toby for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location. Walking distance to cute town of Empire and beach. House was cute but old. Breakfast and coffee were excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly and welcoming staff in a cozy comfortable b&b
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property. Staff was friendly and we really enjoyed breakfast. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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the staff was execellent and the property was close to town and trails for hiking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay at the Cottonwood Inn and will definitely be back! Breakfast was great and such a great addition to the stay. Our son loved biking down the long driveway and the paved road, we even saw some deer and fox on the property at dusk. The Carriage House was perfect for our family of 3 with room for more. We visit Empire every year and will definitely be returning to the cottonwood soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff. Great proximity to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a very beautiful B and B, very roomy and clean. Breakfast was fresh every morning, with a varied selection each time. Tony was a great host, and made you feel very welcome. He directed us to different local spots to hunt for Potosky stones. I plan on coming back later this summer and bringing the kids next year when Manitou Islands reopen. 10/10 would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Lovely b&b within walking distance of Empire and only a 10 minute drive from beautiful Glen Arbor. We were in the Empire room which was very compact with a small double bed and wouldn’t be suitable for anyone who was on the tall/large size. Bathroom was also very small. Plenty of choice at breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Second Family

We felt so welcomed by everyone. Like a second family. The Inn is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The setting is idyllic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was amazing! Toby did a spectacular "restaurant-style" breakfast. We got to stay at the Carriage house which was private with our own seperate kitchen which was a nice treat. Local restaurant rec Art's tavern for sanwiches/onion rings/cheese curds and blueberry and whipped cream and the village inn for pizza. Grocer's daughter is a must for chocolates. This B&B is perfectly placed for easy access to all the nearby sights!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Must Stay! This is a cute and cozy Bed and Breakfast in a perfect central location, within walking distance to downtown. Throughly enjoyed morning talks with our host, Toby. Served a great breakfast every morning, made you feel right at home! Met the owner Holly, who also is very accommodating! We will definitely be staying here again! Thanks for the great service!! Sonya & Joe
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We enjoyed our stay at the Cottonwood inn. It’s conveniently located in an area not too far from the beach and local restaurants. The staff was friendly and inviting. Our room was clean and comfortable. Our remote had dead batteries and we contacted our host and they were promptly replaced. The one thing I would note is that we had to take really quick showers because the hot water would run cold fast. I will say, It is an old building and there were other guests there at the time, so that may have had a lot to do with it. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Loving and caring host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was our third time staying here and it was once again great , thank you so much and see you later.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best B&B Wonderful little gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Our room was spacious and clean. Breakfast was delicious! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property and hosts were very nice, first B&B I've stayed at and it was a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, breakfast and lovely grounds. Close to visitors center and Sleeping Bear Dune.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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Quiet and within walking distance to downtown Empire.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025