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Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Kitchen and dining area
Kitchen and dining area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
  • Place, Glen Lake
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest bedroom on lower level

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom -lower level

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom - main

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Immaculate, 1800 square foot, beautifully furnished home, with all new furniture. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, or small family. (Sleeps up to 4 adults) The 3rd bedroom has been turned into a yoga/ fitness room ( please see photos)

Peaceful setting on 2+acres, in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Close to Lake Michigan and Big and Little Glen Lakes. Located directly between Glen Arbor and Empire, and just a short 5-7 minute drive in either direction, to shops, restaurants, wineries, beaches, and the National Park.

This home has everything you need to make your vacation up north as comfortable and as pleasant as possible....We even added a brand new “Pro-Form” elliptical machine, so you don’t have to miss your workouts while at Turner Empire! Bluetooth enabled... and located in the yoga/ fitness room, in front of the big screen TV. 🙂💪👊

The main floor has a master bedroom with a king-sized bed. The living room has 2 brand new comfortable gray recliners and matching love seat, and a linear propane fireplace. The main floor also has an elegant, well-stocked, kitchen with double oven, open floor plan with dining area.

The lower-level is a separate living space... 2 bedrooms with queen-sized bed in one bedroom, and a yoga/fitness room. A living room, with large, brand new sectional couch, full bath, wet bar with mid-sized fridge, microwave and coffee pot. ALL rooms have XL smart TV's on walls.

A new, front load, washer and dryer are located in laundry room on main floor.
Cable, Internet, linens and towels provided. All bedrooms have TV's...TVs are smart TVs.. so you have the option to sign into your Netflix or other accounts to watch movies/ shows.

There is a covered porch on the front of the house, with 3 adirondack chairs and a coffee table, for relaxing or bird watching in the woods, surrounding the house. The back deck is open for sunning and we just added a large gazebo on the extended deck… with an outdoor dining area, including a brand new large propane grill and flat top grill. Also on the extended deck, are 6 comfortable chairs with cushions and tables, around an outdoor gas fire pit. Additionally, a regular fire pit is located in the backyard, with PLENTY of firewood provided.

If you are looking for NEW, CLEAN, and BEAUTIFUL, this is your rental!


Perfect for a couple's romantic weekend get-a-way... We offer 2-3 day rentals all summer long, for those who don't want to stay in the area an entire week. Owners are local, and will respond promptly to any needs or concerns, or even questions about the area, you may have during your stay.

Plenty of parking with room for boat and jet skis. Bring your water toys and bikes! Lakes and trails aplenty, within 5 miles radius from house!

The house has wood and tile floors throughout.. no carpet. We are dog friendly... and have a nice backyard, which is surrounded by woods.. to exercise your pet. : )
* Please check the "Pets" box if you are bringing your dog. We DO have a pet fee, and this needs to be added to your reservation before booking. Thank you. : )
Only one dog allowed , unless cleared with owner first.
*NOTE: If you have dog that sheds excessively, please understand that there will be an extra cleaning fee charged ...it takes lots of extra cleaning and laundry to get the house back to "perfect" for the next guests arrival.

Cancellation Policy:
Full refunds on canceled reservations if canceled at least 30 days before your arrival date. No refunds if canceled within 14 days of your stay, However, owner may credit deposit for future stay..... please contact owner for details.

Sorry, no smoking on property.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
PLEASE check the "pets" box if bringing your dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No more than 5 guests allowed ( House sleeps up to 4 adults and 1 child)
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Empire

Located in Empire, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting.
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Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Glen Lake - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 17 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes. ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes. located?

Located in the heart of Empire, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Little Glen Lake and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Glen Lake. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 122 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the cleanest, most accommodating, well-supplied and truly immaculate home that I have ever stayed at through VRBO. My family had such a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. Completed stocked with essentials, clean and comfortable. Very convenient to Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renae R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay, the house was very well stocked, the location is excellent, and the owners were fantastic! Can’t recommend this property enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy and clean home.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was marvelous!!! The home was comfortable and clean, and the outdoor sitting areas were wonderful as well. There were all sorts of great fall decorations-pumpkins, mums, and a fresh bouquet of fall flowers! My tall husband loved the tall downstairs shower! We hated we only had one night in this great house!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage

The cottage was immaculate and had every amenity that was needed. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect, clean and had everything to make it comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The ultimate getaway

My hubby enjoyed our stay. The host/property had everything you would ever need. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gargi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

This home was super clean, just as described. The location was central and perfect while still feeling secluded. Every detail was thought through for an easy, very comfortable stay. Thank you to our wonderful hosts for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Turner Empire

Very comfortable house. Lots of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden in the middle of everything

This property is well suited to be close to what you want and far enough away to give great privacy. The owner's are thoughtful and experienced hosts that provide a great space. Clean, comfortable and well appointed is ideal for a week getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fully stocked and inviting home. Beautiful outdoor sitting areas.

This home includes everything you might need and more. Everything looks new and is very clean. Close to Glen Arbor and Empire.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gem near Glen Arbor

This property was perfect refuge for our M22 Challenge. Close to Glen Arbor, but far enough away for privacy. Looking forward to next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebration of Life

This trip was a celebration of life for my deceased husband. The VRBO we had stayed at during COVID, so very special memories. The rental is immaculate, comfortable and uplifting. So glad my dates worked out !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Perfect

Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. The house was immaculate. Anything you could possibly need was provided. The owners obviously take a lot of pride in this property. I would highly recommend to anyone. Was cute as a button.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal in every way

Turner Empire is in the perfect location! Just moments to Glen lake, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Empire Beach and the adorable Glen Arbor. This home is welcoming from the moment you arrive with attention to every detail to add to comfort and enjoyment during your stay. We took advantage of the back deck that offers both a gas and wood fire pit, covered and uncovered seating and the lovely views of wildflower gardens that surround the home! We will for sure stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house for 2 couples!

My husband and I and our 2 friends had a great time staying at Turner Empire! Everything was spotlessly clean from kitchen appliances, cupboards, drawers and dishes to bedrooms and bathrooms. The rooms were nicely decorated with fun fall decorations! There wasn’t a speck of dust anywhere! There are lots of fun activities and places to explore nearby. We enjoyed hiking in the dunes area, a play in Traverse City and a fabulous dinner at Trattoria Stella! The owners are very nice! I highly recommend Turner Empire!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was just a very nice place to relax and have happy hour at the conclusion of a day of touring.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish we had more time to stay here. It was so quiet, peaceful and relaxing. Everything was so well thought out & organized and the communication was excellent. My children had so much room inside and outside to run around and play and so many options to chose from. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The location was perfect! The house and property were lovely and secluded. Just a few minutes to Glen Arbor and Empire. We enjoyed hiking, beaches and visiting a couple vineyards. We had an amazing time!
Empire bluff trail! Picture perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place! So beautifully decorated with top of the line amenities! Wish we had stayed longer. I don’t think I’ve ever rented a place where so many details were not overlooked. Thank you Linda!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of the nicest, most well-appointed, vacation rentals that we have ever stayed in. The hosts, who live locally, have thought of everything. The kitchen was fully stocked, even down to the Hario V60 (IYKYK). The place really was immaculate. And very spacious. Check-in was a breeze. Felt very quiet and peaceful. The outdoor patio in the back the perfect place to hang out. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian and Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attention to detail and thoughtfulness...the hosts and accommodations were superior!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Up North Getaway

This home was perfect for our family of 5 up north getaway. The home was clean, spacious and everything was as advertised. Hosts were easy to communicate with. Location was ideal for spending time at Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor and Lake Michigan beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest house. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Linda & Bob Turner "Turner Empire"

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Bob and Linda Turner
We've been lucky enough to live in the area over 28 years.. 23 years in Glen Arbor, and the last couple of years in Empire, where we built our dream home! "Turner Empire" We raised 2 great kids in Glen Arbor, who both love the area as well, and who both still live close by! I am a photographer, and owned a gallery in Glen Arbor for a few years.. I also sell my photo art at art shows. The house is decorated with much of my artwork, which is also for sale... If interested in purchasing any artwork in the home, please contact me for more info. ~Linda

Why they chose this property

We love the location of our property... In the heart of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore... A beautiful, wooded setting, on 2 + acres. It's very peaceful here.. but close to Glen Arbor and Empire Village for food, shopping, and fun! As a bonus... its located just minutes to Lake Michigan and Big and Little Glen Lakes! If you love to cycle and hike (or run) as I do.... you will fall in love with our rental home and the area!

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