Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nate K.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home
Nate K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Entire home
Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach
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Empire Escape is tucked away in a peaceful wooded neighborhood near Empire Bluff Trail and Empire Beach. This spacious vacation rental features an inviting sunlit great room, a well-equipped kitchen, and plenty of entertainment options including two living areas with TVs for streaming your favorite channels.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 91800 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. 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
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Games
- TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
- In a village
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Ice skating 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: 1,800 square feet
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HK$767
HK$1,147 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
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 not allowed
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
92140
About the area
Downtown Mmpire, a neighbourhood in Empire, is home to this holiday home. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Empire travel guide
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Empire, MI
What's nearby
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore7 min walk - 0.6 km
Philip A. Hart Visitor Center10 min walk - 0.9 km
Empire Bluff Trail15 min walk - 1.3 km
Crystal Mountain35 min drive - 48.7 km
Traverse City Beach40 min drive - 53.3 km
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)43 min drive
Restaurants
- Empire Village Pizza & Spirits12 min walk
- Shipwreck Cafe10 min walk
- Joes Friendly Tavern9 min walk
- Food For Thought7 min drive
- Tiffany's Cafe9 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.
How much is parking at Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach?
On-site parking is available at the 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?
Located in Downtown Mmpire, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Philip A. Hart Visitor Center and Empire Bluff Trail are also within 15 minutes.
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Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach Reviews
Reviews
Very good
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 23 reviews
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7.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Location
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maxim B.
27 May 2024
Empire vacation house
We enjoyed staying at this place. It is very peaceful and it is a part of nature as it is surrounded by the woods. The house itself is very nice and spacious. The kitchen has plenty of pots and pans.
Maxim B.
Verified
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.
Angela G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
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
Doug B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jessica H.
28 Oct 2024
Peaceful Empire Getaway
This was a good spot for a relaxing getaway. My friend and I loved that it was within walking distance of both the public beach in Empire and the Empire Bluffs trailhead. The open-plan living/dining/kitchen area had the perfect balance of coziness and space to feel like a comfortable hang-out spot for two, even though the house itself was fairly large. The outside deck offered a welcoming space to appreciate the adjacent grove of sugar maples dressed in their autumnal fire. I will definitely be keeping this property in mind for future stays.
Jessica H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brenna F.
7 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot beat the location
The location of this house is impeccable. It’s a pleasant 10 minute walk to empire beach, and even closer to the little strip of shops and restaurants. Yet, it’s super quiet and peaceful. The home itself was nice and warm when we arrived like it was waiting for us, which we appreciated because it was chilly outside. Home was clean and we also appreciated that there wasn’t an insane list of check out chores like some places have - just basic cleaning up after yourself such as doing your dishes, trash, etc. Overall we would love to stay here again.
Brenna F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Barbara S.
12 Oct 2024
Ok for money but updates needed
Convenient location. Comfortable bed and beautiful deck. Comfortable living room furniture. No dishwasher or disposal. Bad smell inside that we finally figured out was a dead animal by the lower back entry (we didn’t use the lower level). The TV is the main bedroom is tiny and antique.
Barbara S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
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.
Cheryl B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Cassandra S.
4 Aug 2025
Basic and comfortable. Lots of wildlife!
The house has loads of space to spread out, and is within walking district to the beach and restaurants.
Cassandra S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
3 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and house!
We really enjoyed our stay in this house in Empire. It is a nice walk (10-15 min) to the beach and it is a good home base for seeing the Sleeping Bear Dunes area.
Amy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M.
12 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Girls Weekend
Great location for a girls weekend. Everything within walking distance - hiking trails, the beach, the stores and the restaurants!! Lovely small town atmosphere.
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Daniela B.
19 Jul 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location, underwhelming house
13 minute walk to the beach, quiet neighborhood, no dishwasher, lots of bugs (including small cockroaches), house not well lit, looks more spacious in pictures than in person, linens, towels, shampoo, conditioner, and liquid bath soap included. We loved the walks on the beach, the dune climbs, and the beautiful scenery.
Daniela B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Francisco G.
13 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Empire on Washington
Clean, comfortable and spacious. Plenty of space for everyone to enjoy and enjoy each other's company. Rear yard with fire pit - a plus. The area is quiet and close to everything on the main street.
Francisco G.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
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.
Valarie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
noah m.
27 Aug 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
The property does not have A/C as stated in listing. It was over 90 deg inside when we arrived. Also No coffee machine as indicated. Lots of bugs and roaches throughout the building. Internet service was non-functional - The WIFI in the building was fine it was the service to the building. Vacasa told us 4 days in a row someone would come by to deal with the A/C and other issues. Never got a call and they never arrived or dealt with any issues. My elderly parents and the rest of my family had to leave early due to the heat in the building and lack of A/C. I would not recommend this property to anyone while Vacasa is managing it. If your expectations are low and you do not need A/C, internet access, coffee machine andbugs are acceptable then the property is acceptable.
noah m.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jay P.
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great - and Not-so-Great
Love Empire, and this house fit the bill for our party of seven - almost. Close enough to town, the beach, Empire Bluff and everything we love to do there. Plenty of space to spread out, and comfortable enough furniture for a rental home. Even the folks on the sofa bed said it was "pretty reasonable," and sofa beds can be brutal. That's the great . The not so great - the listing said air conditioning. There was none. We came planning to do a lot of cooking for our meals, and the "fully stocked kitchen" had 6 forks for our party of 7. You might be able to find 7 drinking glasses, but they be an assortment of sizes from juice to pint glasses, and in pretty worn shape. Finally the bugs. There were a lot - and I gave it a pass, as the house is in the woods on the outskirts of town, but there's no reason the front porch couldn't be swept clean of cobwebs and dust. It made the place a little more decrepit-feeling than it needed to be. All-in-all, a fair home, but certainly not the best we've stayed in in Empire.
Jay P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justin R.
6 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation spot
The house was comfortable and the outdoor space and deck were great. Good family spot for walking downtown or going to the dunes.
Justin R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
William a.
29 Jun 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
The house was very convenient to all the sites and attractions at Sleeping Bear Dunes. Empire Beach just a few minutes away. The house had ample space for my family of five and all the comforts of home.
William a.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bozhena S.
3 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience!
Very warm nice big house. Kids loved the bunk bed. Beautiful location and view around. 30 minutes drive to Crystal Mountain.
Would definitely stay there in the summertime.
Bozhena S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ed / Elaine W.
20 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
girlfriend vacation
We would rent this house again in the future.
Elaine W.
Ed / Elaine W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Greg L.
10 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend getaway
Large home, comfortable and close to beach, towns and wineries.
Greg L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Bryan
22 Oct 2024
Liked: Communication
Bryan
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia
24 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cynthia
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023