Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Empire, Michigan
$685 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Immaculate, 1800 square foot, beautifully furnished home, with all new furniture. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, or small family. (Sleeps up to 4 adults) The 3rd bedroom has been turned into a yoga/ fitness room ( please see photos)

Peaceful setting on 2+acres, in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Close to Lake Michigan and Big and Little Glen Lakes. Located directly between Glen Arbor and Empire, and just a short 5-7 minute drive in either direction, to shops, restaurants, wineries, beaches, and the National Park.

This home has everything you need to make your vacation up north as comfortable and as pleasant as possible....We even added a brand new “Pro-Form” elliptical machine, so you don’t have to miss your workouts while at Turner Empire! Bluetooth enabled... and located in the yoga/ fitness room, in front of the big screen TV. 🙂💪👊

The main floor has a master bedroom with a king-sized bed. The living room has 2 brand new comfortable gray recliners and matching love seat, and a linear propane fireplace. The main floor also has an elegant, well-stocked, kitchen with double oven, open floor plan with dining area.

The lower-level is a separate living space... 2 bedrooms with queen-sized bed in one bedroom, and a yoga/fitness room. A living room, with large, brand new sectional couch, full bath, wet bar with mid-sized fridge, microwave and coffee pot. ALL rooms have XL smart TV's on walls.

A new, front load, washer and dryer are located in laundry room on main floor.
Cable, Internet, linens and towels provided. All bedrooms have TV's...TVs are smart TVs.. so you have the option to sign into your Netflix or other accounts to watch movies/ shows.

There is a covered porch on the front of the house, with 3 adirondack chairs and a coffee table, for relaxing or bird watching in the woods, surrounding the house. The back deck is open for sunning and we just added a large gazebo on the extended deck… with an outdoor dining area, including a brand new large propane grill and flat top grill. Also on the extended deck, are 6 comfortable chairs with cushions and tables, around an outdoor gas fire pit. Additionally, a regular fire pit is located in the backyard, with PLENTY of firewood provided.

If you are looking for NEW, CLEAN, and BEAUTIFUL, this is your rental!


Perfect for a couple's romantic weekend get-a-way... We offer 2-3 day rentals all summer long, for those who don't want to stay in the area an entire week. Owners are local, and will respond promptly to any needs or concerns, or even questions about the area, you may have during your stay.

Plenty of parking with room for boat and jet skis. Bring your water toys and bikes! Lakes and trails aplenty, within 5 miles radius from house!

The house has wood and tile floors throughout.. no carpet. We are dog friendly... and have a nice backyard, which is surrounded by woods.. to exercise your pet. : )
* Please check the Pets box if you are bringing your dog. We DO have a pet fee, and this needs to be added to your reservation before booking. Thank you. : )
Only one dog allowed , unless cleared with owner first.
*NOTE: If you have dog that sheds excessively, please understand that there will be an extra cleaning fee charged ...it takes lots of extra cleaning and laundry to get the house back to perfect for the next guests arrival.

Cancellation Policy:
Full refunds on canceled reservations if canceled at least 30 days before your arrival date. No refunds if canceled within 14 days of your stay, However, owner may credit deposit for future stay..... please contact owner for details.

Sorry, no smoking on property.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1800 Sq Ft (167 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Free Firewood Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Elliptical Machine Fitness Center
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Streaming Services Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Playground Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The City Center On The Lake On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Wet Bar
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:30 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Sue

    Submitted Sep 5, 2023

    Stayed Sep 2, 2023

    This was a comfortable, welcoming and well appointed home. We appreciated trh clear communication and ALL the special touches. A very lovely choice for two couples traveling together! Highly recommend.

  • Submitted Jul 30, 2019

    Stayed Jul 27, 2019

    It was perfect, clean and had everything to make it comfortable

  • kevin h.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2026

    Stayed Jun 1, 2026

    Great stay!

  • Robert N.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 18, 2025

    Comfy and clean home.

  • Kate B.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    The house was great. Completed stocked with essentials, clean and comfortable. Very convenient to Glen Arbor and Sleeping Bear Dunes. We would definitely stay there again.

  • Christine K.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    This property was marvelous!!! The home was comfortable and clean, and the outdoor sitting areas were wonderful as well. There were all sorts of great fall decorations-pumpkins, mums, and a fresh bouquet of fall flowers! My tall husband loved the tall downstairs shower! We hated we only had one night in this great house!

  • Judy S.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    It was just a very nice place to relax and have happy hour at the conclusion of a day of touring.

  • Aleisha W.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    I wish we had more time to stay here. It was so quiet, peaceful and relaxing. Everything was so well thought out & organized and the communication was excellent. My children had so much room inside and outside to run around and play and so many options to chose from. Definitely recommend.

  • Maureen L.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 19, 2025

    This was the cleanest, most accommodating, well-supplied and truly immaculate home that I have ever stayed at through VRBO. My family had such a wonderful stay!

  • Jacqueline H.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    We loved our stay! The location was perfect! The house and property were lovely and secluded. Just a few minutes to Glen Arbor and Empire. We enjoyed hiking, beaches and visiting a couple vineyards. We had an amazing time!

  • Trea M.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    What a great place! So beautifully decorated with top of the line amenities! Wish we had stayed longer. I don’t think I’ve ever rented a place where so many details were not overlooked. Thank you Linda!

  • Andy B.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    This is one of the nicest, most well-appointed, vacation rentals that we have ever stayed in. The hosts, who live locally, have thought of everything. The kitchen was fully stocked, even down to the Hario V60 (IYKYK). The place really was immaculate. And very spacious. Check-in was a breeze. Felt very quiet and peaceful. The outdoor patio in the back the perfect place to hang out. Would definitely stay again.

  • Brian and Kim W.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    Attention to detail and thoughtfulness...the hosts and accommodations were superior!!

  • Jay L.

    Submitted Aug 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    This home was perfect for our family of 5 up north getaway. The home was clean, spacious and everything was as advertised. Hosts were easy to communicate with. Location was ideal for spending time at Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor and Lake Michigan beaches.

  • Lori B.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 30, 2025

    Cutest house. Great location.

  • Nate H.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    Amazing house and location. We ate dinner on the deck and enjoyed the many amenities the property provided.

  • Ted S.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 21, 2025

    Quiet, relaxing, private setting with all the comforts of home. Hosts were very accommodating to our change in scheduled arrival. Nicely located for road trips to many attractions (ie Parks, Wineries Lakes and Bays)

  • Wendy M.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    Wow! What an amazing place. You only need to bring your toothbrush. Literally anything you would need is there. Everything was immaculate and the furnishings were well thought out. Every room had special touches. We loved the outdoor settings also. Enjoyed coffee on the front porch, wine around the gas fire pit and the gazebo bubble when it sprinkled a bit. Nice bar downstairs ,books, puzzles, local information. I dont think there is anything else they could have done ro make it more welcoming. Great communication too! We definitely give it a 10!

  • Donna R.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Would stay again. No a/c

  • Renae R.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    We had a great stay, the house was very well stocked, the location is excellent, and the owners were fantastic! Can’t recommend this property enough!

  • Karen M.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    We very much enjoyed our short stay at this beautiful property. Although it was very hot and humid our first day/night (and the property description indicates there is no air conditioning), the basement was very cool and comfortable. Following a change in the weather, the remaining days and nights upstairs were also very comfortable with the windows open, ceiling fan and table-top fan. The house is as described with all listed amenities and the kitchen is well equipped for real cooking. The property is well maintained inside and out and is private, peaceful and in a beautiful setting. We would definitely stay here again!

  • Mary C.

    Submitted Jul 17, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    This cottage is beautiful. It was very cozy for my husband and I to enjoy a few relaxing days. The hosts had everything you would need and were very accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Definitely will come back!

  • Kris B.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    A wonderful place to stay. Good location . The home is immaculate!

  • JEAN W.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    Great location. Quick drive to Glen Arbor and to Sleeping Bear Dunes Heritage trail heads. The house was perfect! Great outdoor space! Would definitely stay again.

  • H R.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 18, 2024

    This beautiful cabin has everything you need for a trip to Empire and Sleeping Bear Dunes. The owners have thought of everything you might need for a fun and comfortable stay. A true home away from home. Very convenient to the park. We loved it!

  • Wendy W.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. The house was immaculate. Anything you could possibly need was provided. The owners obviously take a lot of pride in this property. I would highly recommend to anyone. Was cute as a button.

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