Verified
8/10 Good
Lauren M.
23 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauren M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Apartment
New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes
Photo gallery for New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Garage parking available
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Garden
- Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Empire, MI
- Philip A. Hart Visitor CenterPlace, Philip A. Hart Visitor Center2 min walk
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National LakeshorePlace, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore13 min walk
- Empire Bluff TrailPlace, Empire Bluff Trail4 min drive
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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
*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
Add dates for prices
Have a question?
BetaBetaGet instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties
Welcome to Green Pastures, a new luxury home in the village of Empire.
Downtown Mmpire
Welcome to Green Pastures, a new luxury home in the village of Empire.
Downtown Mmpire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
Coho Cottage, Village of Empire MI, Steps from SBD
Downtown Mmpire
Coho Cottage, Village of Empire MI, Steps from SBD
Downtown Mmpire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
Park Place Guest House 600 feet from Lake Michigan Beach
Empire
Park Place Guest House 600 feet from Lake Michigan Beach
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(76 reviews)
Little Glen getaway for 5 guests at Mama Bear
Empire
Little Glen getaway for 5 guests at Mama Bear
Empire
- Kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
- Barbecue
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Empire
Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(122 reviews)
Three-bedroom cottage on Little Glen Lake
Empire
Three-bedroom cottage on Little Glen Lake
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space
5-bedroom Little Glen Lake home. Close to Glen Arbor & Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Empire
5-bedroom Little Glen Lake home. Close to Glen Arbor & Sleeping Bear Dunes.
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (15 reviews)
8.0/10
Very good
(15 reviews)
Park Place Empire Beach Best location in town
Empire
Park Place Empire Beach Best location in town
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
Sleeping Bear - Empire Retreat near Lake Michigan
Downtown Mmpire
Sleeping Bear - Empire Retreat near Lake Michigan
Downtown Mmpire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
Manitou Views at The Homestead
Glen Arbor
Manitou Views at The Homestead
Glen Arbor
- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
- Barbecue
Newly remodeled home in walking distance of the Sleeping Bear Dunes
Empire
Newly remodeled home in walking distance of the Sleeping Bear Dunes
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
4 Bedroom Rustic and Secluded Cabin. Dogs Welcome!
Empire
4 Bedroom Rustic and Secluded Cabin. Dogs Welcome!
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
FABULOUS, NEWLY REMODELED! 3 bd, 2 bath condo-Lake Michigan-Homestead-Glen Arbor
Glen Arbor
FABULOUS, NEWLY REMODELED! 3 bd, 2 bath condo-Lake Michigan-Homestead-Glen Arbor
Glen Arbor
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
Centennial home in Empire. Walk to the beach.
Downtown Mmpire
Centennial home in Empire. Walk to the beach.
Downtown Mmpire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
7.6 out of 10, Good, (68 reviews)
7.6/10
Good
(68 reviews)
Three Bedroom, Newly Remodeled Home, Just Two Blocks From Downtown Glen Arbor...
Glen Arbor
Three Bedroom, Newly Remodeled Home, Just Two Blocks From Downtown Glen Arbor...
Glen Arbor
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
Lake Michigan Sandy Beach is a short walk! Home in Downtown Empire, Grill
Downtown Mmpire
Lake Michigan Sandy Beach is a short walk! Home in Downtown Empire, Grill
Downtown Mmpire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
Chalet Style Home Near Empire Beach
Downtown Mmpire
Chalet Style Home Near Empire Beach
Downtown Mmpire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
Fabulous Lake Michigan beachfront condo. Incredible views of Sleeping Bear Bay
Glen Arbor
Fabulous Lake Michigan beachfront condo. Incredible views of Sleeping Bear Bay
Glen Arbor
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(146 reviews)
Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,
Downtown Mmpire
Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,
Downtown Mmpire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
Bricker Cottage on Little Glen
Empire
Bricker Cottage on Little Glen
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
Adorable farmhouse style home with washer/dryer, central AC, deck - near lake
Downtown Mmpire
Adorable farmhouse style home with washer/dryer, central AC, deck - near lake
Downtown Mmpire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
Tavi Haus: Lakefront~Kayaks~SUP~Sauna~Pool Table
Empire
Tavi Haus: Lakefront~Kayaks~SUP~Sauna~Pool Table
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
Stunning Lake Michigan Panoramic Views - Duneview Summit
Glen Arbor
Stunning Lake Michigan Panoramic Views - Duneview Summit
Glen Arbor
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
8.8/10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
3-bedroom house in enchanting Glen Arbor with AC and short walk to beach
Glen Arbor
3-bedroom house in enchanting Glen Arbor with AC and short walk to beach
Glen Arbor
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
Storied Two Bedroom in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes
Empire
Storied Two Bedroom in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes
Empire
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
Walkable Sunrise Retreat in the heart of Empire!
Downtown Mmpire
Walkable Sunrise Retreat in the heart of Empire!
Downtown Mmpire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub
Empire
Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub
Empire
- Spa pool
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres
Empire
Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres
Empire
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Outdoor space
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)
Private Beach & Dock: Little Traverse Lake Cottage
Maple City
Private Beach & Dock: Little Traverse Lake Cottage
Maple City
- Kitchen
- Pet-friendly
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
Walk to Glen Arbor & Big Glen Lake from Charming Cottage on Wooded Lot, Fire Pit
Glen Arbor
Walk to Glen Arbor & Big Glen Lake from Charming Cottage on Wooded Lot, Fire Pit
Glen Arbor
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
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
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
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4703424vb
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
About the area
Empire
Located near the beach, this apartment is in Downtown Mmpire, a neighbourhood in Empire. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Empire, MI
What's nearby
- Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- beach near Village Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- beach near Downtown Mmpire - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Empire Bluff Trail - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
- La Becasse - 13 min drive
- Trattoria Funistrada - 13 min drive
- Shipwreck Cafe - 4 min walk
- Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - 6 min walk
- Food For Thought - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is New home within 1/2 mile of Lake Michigan and 5 miles from the Sleeping Bear Dunes located?
Located in Downtown Mmpire, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Lake Michigan is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new windowRating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
10 - Excellent
1
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
8 - Good
1
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
6 - Okay
0
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelsey C.
5 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brand new home in a great location! Excellent communication and beautiful home. We would definitely recommend and stay here again.
Kelsey C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Chris Stowe
Languages:
English, Korean
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback
