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10/10 Excellent
gretchen p.
Oct 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
gretchen p.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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Home in Downtown Empire! Walk to the beach!
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Empire, MI
- beach near Village ParkPlace, beach near Village Park7 min walk
- Philip A. Hart Visitor CenterPlace, Philip A. Hart Visitor Center8 min walk
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National LakeshorePlace, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore12 min walk
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)41 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Empire
This vacation home places you in Downtown Mmpire, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
What's nearby
- beach near Village Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- beach near Downtown Mmpire - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
- Empire Bluff Trail - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
- Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
- Trattoria Funistrada - 13 min drive
- Shipwreck Cafe - 5 min walk
- Joes Friendly Tavern - 2 min walk
- Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - 7 min walk
- Little Finger Eatery - 2 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Home in Downtown Empire! Walk to the beach!
This newly remodeled, four bedroom cottage located in the center of downtown Empire is the perfect place to call home while exploring Leelanau County and the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore. Within walking distance to everything; beautiful Empire Beach, shops, ice cream, family friendly restaurants, art gallery, library and gas station. Grab a bike and hop on the paved Heritage bike trail or take a hike at the famous Empire Bluffs trail.
The cottage offers two bedrooms on the first floor. Both of these bedrooms offer a king bed. One of the first floor bedrooms has an attached small, but full bath. The second full bath is also located on the first floor. Both bathrooms offer beautiful walk in showers, we do not have a bathtub.
The upstairs offers two bedrooms. One room with a full size bed and the other with two twins. Each upstairs bedroom has it's own mini split to easily control the rooms temperature.
Please reach out with any questions!
The cottage offers two bedrooms on the first floor. Both of these bedrooms offer a king bed. One of the first floor bedrooms has an attached small, but full bath. The second full bath is also located on the first floor. Both bathrooms offer beautiful walk in showers, we do not have a bathtub.
The upstairs offers two bedrooms. One room with a full size bed and the other with two twins. Each upstairs bedroom has it's own mini split to easily control the rooms temperature.
Please reach out with any questions!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
- This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
- Check-in: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Downtown Mmpire within a short 9-minute walk of Lake Michigan and also 13 minutes on foot from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You'll also find Empire Bluff Trail and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at Home in Downtown Empire! Walk to the beach! ?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Does Home in Downtown Empire! Walk to the beach! have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does Home in Downtown Empire! Walk to the beach! have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), which is 30 mi away (43 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Home in Downtown Empire! Walk to the beach! ?
No, there aren't any house with balconies at Home in Downtown Empire! Walk to the beach! .
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Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Barbara H.
Aug 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place! Beautifully redone/decorated, comfy, clean, and close to the beach. A perfect place for our family to stay! Thanks!
Barbara H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie G.
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!!!
Stefanie G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Libby W.
Jun 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Midsommar celebration
It's a beautiful house, re-done on the inside. The location and front porch are PRIMO! The house is very well appointed with everything you might need. The host is A! Thank you Leah!
Libby W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025