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New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Empire

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Beach nearby
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Empire, MI
  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Empire Bluff Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the area

Empire

Close to the beach.You'll find Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore within 2 miles (3 km) of this Empire vacation home. Also, Philip A. Hart Visitor Center is within half a mile (1 km) and Empire Bluff Trail is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 8 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Joes Friendly Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Becasse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Funistrada - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. Located in the M-22 Village of Empire, this is a new home, close to the visitor information center, and walkable to the center of town and the beach. The town of Empire has several shops, art galleries, a library, restaurants, and sporting good supply retailers, including for bikes and beach gear.

*Construction of new homes in this neighborhood may be occurring intermittently during the day.*
No wearing shoes in the house
Quiet hours outside from 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Children must be accompanied by an adult when outside
Don't dispose of feminine products in toilet
Don't dispose of food garbage or coffee grounds in the drain
Don't leave trash outside; it will attract animals
Turn off lights, appliances, and water when you leave
No illegal substances allowed on premises
No glass containers outside
No pets
No smoking on premises

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,302 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location, clean and guest friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025