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Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi

Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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3 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets - Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi (Empire)

Empire's charming retreat, Sleeping Bear, offers a lovingly remodeled home with an updated kitchen and electric fireplace. Set on a corner lot near shops and the South Bar Public Beach, this comfortable haven invites relaxation with high-speed internet access and a firepit for s'mores under the stars.

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space

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About this property

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

Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi

Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and a garden. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.

Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby

Internet

Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
TV

Outdoor areas

Firepit
Garden
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

In a village
Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

Kayak
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing 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

Garden
Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

105220

About the area

Downtown Mmpire, a neighbourhood in Empire, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Empire travel guide

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Empire, MI

What's nearby

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
2 min drive - 2.9 km
Little Glen Lake
6 min drive - 7.9 km
Front Street
33 min drive - 47.1 km
Crystal Mountain
37 min drive - 49.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Cherry Republic
12 min drive
Joes Friendly Tavern
18 min walk
Shipwreck Cafe
15 min walk
La Becasse
14 min drive
Empire Village Pizza & Spirits
17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi located?

Located in Downtown Mmpire, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Empire Bluff Trail is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

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8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Faith

8 Oct 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Cute house in Empire. We rented for the 5K race. Starting point right down the road. Perfect location for Sleeping Bear Dunes NP

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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8/10 Good

Marilyn H.

24 Sept 2024

Nice home in Empire.

We enjoyed our stay. Nice, clean, comfortable king bed and close to biking trails and beaches.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

30 Oct 2024

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

Fall break fun

Had a wonderful time here for fall break. Family plus my Mom and routine “up north” fun through all the small towns, shopping and vineyards. Beach was close by for sunset, morning hikes…all was good. We had a great long weekend. Would stay again for sure.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

26 Jul 2024

Nice empire home.

Enjoyed this home. Nice location for sleeping bear dunes and Glen Arbor. Enjoyed going to beach, multiple ice cream shops and restaurants. All walkable through Empire. I would stay here again.

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

7 Sept 2024

EVERYTHING & A Kitchen Sink!

We absolutely adored our time here. We walked to the beach and downtown for ice cream. The home has endless games and movies to watch. The fire pit and comfortable outdoor space makes for some amazing star gazing. The kitchen felt like I was cooking at home, it had everything and some. The was one of the best places we've stayed up north. Totally recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Genny D.

9 Sept 2024

Relax in Empire!

We’ve been going to Empire for over 20 years and love the area! Sleeping bear is a great location, we loved the outdoor space, deck with comfy furniture. Our dog enjoyed the spacious yard. We all enjoyed the deer that spend a lot of time in the neighborhood. King bed was very comfortable. Nice kitchen, lots of space in the bathroom. Living room and dining area very spacious. Very enjoyable end of season getaway. Thank you

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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8/10 Good

Wenjing W.

15 Sept 2024

all good except for the local team

a nice and cleab house , good location, but the communication from local team is terrible

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alicia M.

27 Jul 2024

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

Great location, some issues

The place was mostly up to date and notably newly renovated. The beds were comfortable. The shower had nice hot water. The washer and dryer worked well and was a plus with three kids. Internet worked great and there was a large selection of games for the kids. However, we did not care for the cameras around the home (front yard, back yard and front porch) and GoogleHome sensors which were throughout the home and even mounted to the ceiling. The kitchen didn’t have any blinds or curtains which overlooked the street and busy walking path. There was no DVD player remote. Half of the outlets in the living room and hall way area did not work. No guard rails on the deck which is a safety concern. We also had dresser drawers with someone else’s clothes in them and found hairs that were clearly not our own in the twin size beds. The kitchen was decently stocked, however found it strange that were personal medical supplies in the pantry cabinet (tube feeding supplies). I feel like the home could’ve used some sand toys for families using the beach, some beach chairs/umbrella and a laundry basket. Aside from this, the place is in a great location and did the job for our vacation to Empire.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

27 Jun 2025

Empire cottage

Thank you for sharing your cottage! It’s the perfect location for walking to the beach, downtown Empire, Shipwreck Cafe, and Grocer’s Daughter! The house is beautifully decorated and cozy. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking! We had the best Lake Michigan week!

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

27 May 2025

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

Great location for visiting the dunes and trails

The property was as pictured and as advertised. Everyone had a great time, and communication was excellent. We initially received the wrong door code, and the management company responded immediately with the correct code.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sherry C.

21 Aug 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location and cute house, but there were issues. The trash was falling out of the receptacle when we arrived, no room for our trash for 2 days until it was picked up. Dirty dishes in the dishwasher. Filthy floors that look like they had not been swept/vacuumed or mopped for a while, certainly not before we arrived. They have a bug infestation issue, and not your typical "up north" bug issues, but weevil beetle all through the house. The sheets had hairs on them, so I had to rewash them before we went to bed. The bad smell of the basement permeates through the house if you do not leave on the fans, dehumidifiers, and the air purifiers running 24/7 (which tells me they are aware of the problem). People before us left clothes in all of the drawers, cleaners didn't catch it I guess. There is no central AC, but a portable unit in the living room and fans in all the other rooms. The smoke detector kept going off and maintenance had to come out for that. You have to go through the bedroom to get to the sliding glass door that leads outside. Comfortable beds but flat pillows. The whole house needs a good cleaning, or even a regular cleaning would have been nice. Would not recommend with as many nicer rentals for the price in the area.