Fayette Historic State Park offers a new lodging option for visitors looking to spend time exploring this restored town site of a once a bustling industrial community that manufactured charcoal pig iron between 1867 and 1891.

Fully furnished, "The Cottage" sleeps up to 10 people and is equipped with two fulls, a single, a queen and a futon bed.

A modern kitchen includes a refrigerator, electric stove, microwave, a toaster and coffeemaker. Dishes, pots, cutlery, glassware, mixing bowls and other essentials are included. A single bathroom includes a tub/shower unit, flush toilet and sink. Bedding, towels and all kitchen linens are included.

The residence was constructed in the 1970s and was once used as a manager's residence. Nestled in the edge of a woods directly off the entrance road, the lodge offers a private setting within walking distance of the restored historic town site.

Fayette Historic State Park offers visitors the unmatched serenity of a Lake Michigan harbor, white cliffs and verdant forests. It serves as a functional, comfortable modern base for a wide variety of recreation pursuits, including hunting, hiking, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. The Cottage will be open year-round for winter pursuits including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling.

A naming contest is being held throughout the remainder of the 2006 season and visitors are encouraged to enter the contest and submit their choice for a permanent name of the lodge. The winners will be given a two-night free stay during the 2007 season, subject to availability.

The Cottage rents on week nights for $100 per night.  Weekends and holidays are $125 per night and a weekly rental fee of $750 is also available.  There is an $8 non-refundable reservation fee.  A two-night minimum stay is required on Friday and Saturday nights. Check-in time is at 3 p.m. (ET) and check-out time is at 1 p.m. (ET). All vehicles will be required to display a motor vehicle permit.

Smoking is not permitted in any state-owned building and only service animals are allowed to enter Fayette's Cottage. Wood fires are permitted in the backyard fire circle only.

Daily maid service is not available, and visitors are expected to perform their own housecleaning each day. Prior to departure, visitors are expected to vacuum, wash dishes and clean the residence for the next set of guests. Brooms, mops and cleaning supplies are provided.