Property Watch: 'Classic Country Cottage" in Empire

What's described as a "classic country cottage" in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore might not be a newer build, but what it lacks it makes up for in charm - and acreage. 

The $995,000 listing was just this week cut from $1.2 million. The entire package offers a "rustic" cottage, plus a guest house and a storage building located on nine acres on a high bluff in the hills overlooking Little Glen Lake.

As it has national park as two sides, the listing says this unique setting makes for an "extremely private location. Though the cottage is dated, it has some updates, including a newer heating system and new septic system.

The guest house is ideal for summer overflow, and a large (1,120 square foot) block building provides ample storage. 

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