Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach - Empire

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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9167 sq m

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Outdoor space

Explore the area

Empire, MI

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center12 min walk
Empire Bluff Trail12 min walk
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore13 min walk
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach

Empire Escape

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Tucked away within a peaceful, wooded neighborhood, and located within a half-mile of the famous Empire Bluff Trail as well as Empire Beach (once named the best freshwater beach in North America), this two-story home is ready to welcome you and your guests to Northwest Michigan.

Boasting a rustic, open feel and an inviting, sunlit great room with a vaulted ceiling, this spacious vacation rental comes with everything you need for the perfect getaway. Prepare your favorite recipes in the well-equipped, full kitchen, and then dine at the adjacent table for four, or indulge in an alfresco experience outside on your furnished deck. Out back, you'll also find a large, grassy yard framed by wooded lots to either side where you can watch for visiting wildlife, plus a firepit ready for s'mores, stories, and stargazing.

Back inside, this home includes two comfortably furnished living areas with TVs for streaming your favorite channels, a washer/dryer, and plenty of board games for in-home entertainment.

THINGS TO KNOW
Streaming TV services require guest accounts to access.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: Ring on Front Door

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Outdoor space

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Empire

This holiday home is located in Empire. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Empire, MI

What's nearby

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 12 min walk
Empire Bluff Trail - 12 min walk
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 13 min walk
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 6 min drive
Little Glen Lake - 8 min drive

Getting around

Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

Friendly Tavern - 9 min walk
Shipwreck Cafe - 10 min walk
Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - 12 min walk
Food For Thought - 7 min drive
Tiffany's Ice Cream - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach located?

Situated in Empire, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Empire Bluff Trail is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

9.2

Wonderful

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

24 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Valarie M.

24 Oct 2023

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

Empire House

This house was not as big as the pics made it look. It was just an average house- but it worked for us. Our trip was to be out in local towns hiking and taking in all the fall colors and beautiful sights of Michigan. We really were only at the house to sleep and get ready in the mornings. Definitely needs some updating. But over all it was ok.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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8/10 Good

Doug B.

18 Oct 2023

Empire Getaway

This is a spacious home located very close to great hiking trails and a public beach on Lake Michigan

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Cheryl B.

20 Sept 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

A very tired home

Living space was clean. A keurig coffee maker was provided but with only one k-cup provided. That was very disappointing. Except for the master bedroom, all other beds were suitable only for young to teen children. 3 bathrooms are fine. very small galley kitchen. Garage filled with used furniture, full garbage bags & pizza boxes all around. We were able to park in the garage, but it wasn’t a pretty site. There was an overflowing “herby Kirby” at the end of the driveway for our entire stay. Landscaping was neglected.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Angela G.

11 Sept 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique

The size of the house and location was good. We liked the quaint little town of Empire and proximity to Empire Beach. We also enjoyed the many deer sightings.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023