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Book The Timber Lodge for summer 2026 now!
Holiday home in Empire with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 18
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Empire, MI
- Place, Glen Lake7 min drive
- Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore12 min drive
- Place, Crystal River20 min drive
- Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)37 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
Book The Timber Lodge for summer 2026 now!
The Timber Lodge is a spacious home located on a 5 acre wooded parcel in the middle of all the action. You're minutes from Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Lakeshore; Empire, Glen Arbor and only 20 minutes from Traverse City. This contemporary home includes 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathroom, spacious 'bonus room' with bunk beds, large kitchen and dining room, multiple living rooms; one including a fieldstone fireplace. The Timber Lodge has a cozy relaxing front porch and large three level rear deck perfect for grilling and entertaining; conveniently decorated with lights for guest to enjoy long into the evening. Guest are close to endless activities; The Platte River or Crystal River for tubing/kayaking/canoeing, local restaurants, wineries, breweries, The Cherry Bowl Drive-In, Beaches, Golf Courses and local trails for hiking and/or biking. Explore what Northern Michigan has to offer during the day then come back to The Timber Lodge to relax, unwind and unplug from the high speed internet. It won't disappoint!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Empire
Empire is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Burnett Park and Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Empire, MI
What's nearby
- Glen Lake - 7 min drive - 8.3 km
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
- Little Glen Lake - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
- Crystal River - 20 min drive - 19.1 km
- Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 28 min drive - 24.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pegtown Station - 9 min drive
- The Foothills Cafe - 10 min drive
- Sunset Bar And Grill - 15 min drive
- Broomstack Kitchen And Taphouse - 9 min drive
- Trattoria Funistrada - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Kasey Therrien
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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