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10/10 Excellent
James K.
21 Jul 2025
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Empire
James K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Storied Two Bedroom in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Internet access
- Dryer
- Bathtub
- Non-smoking
Explore the area
Empire, MI
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National LakeshorePlace, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore6 min walk
- Little Glen LakePlace, Little Glen Lake3 min drive
- Traverse City BeachPlace, Traverse City Beach42 min drive
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
1st Floor Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2nd Floor Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
1st Floor Bathroom
Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
2nd Floor Bathroom
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
About this property
Storied Two Bedroom in the heart of the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes
Located in Empire, Michigan just a mile from Empire Beach (sunset bonfires) and steps away from Sleeping Bear National Lake Shore Park, This home is situated in-between Empire and Glen Arbor Towns. It features: 2 queen beds, 2 full bathrooms and outside shower, dishwasher, washing machine, hair dryer, WiFi, AC, and heat.
This is God's country a very special place. Come stay in our home and enjoy this beautiful area. You're a bike ride away from Sleeping Bear Heritage Bike Trail, and the famous Dune Climb plus many hiking trails and Lake Michigan sandy beaches to enjoy. Local towns Glen Arbor and Empire offer groceries, gas, restaurants and shops. Boat and Jet Ski rentals available in Glen Arbor for sandy Glen Lake. Also, local fishing charters are available in Empire, Mi for Lake Michigan excursions.
This is God's country a very special place. Come stay in our home and enjoy this beautiful area. You're a bike ride away from Sleeping Bear Heritage Bike Trail, and the famous Dune Climb plus many hiking trails and Lake Michigan sandy beaches to enjoy. Local towns Glen Arbor and Empire offer groceries, gas, restaurants and shops. Boat and Jet Ski rentals available in Glen Arbor for sandy Glen Lake. Also, local fishing charters are available in Empire, Mi for Lake Michigan excursions.
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About the area
Empire
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.
Empire, MI
What's nearby
- Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Little Glen Lake - 3 min drive - 6.2 km
- Front Street - 35 min drive - 51.0 km
- Crystal Mountain - 35 min drive - 52.0 km
- Traverse City Beach - 42 min drive - 58.7 km
Getting around
- Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
- Art's Tavern - 9 min drive
- Cherry Republic - 9 min drive
- La Becasse - 11 min drive
- Glen Arbor Wines - 9 min drive
- Trattoria Funistrada - 11 min drive
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10/10 Excellent
Bernadette G.
8 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful! Had everything we needed. Great location! Close to everything but very private. Loved the little drive through the trees. Enjoyed playing rummikub and cat lady with the family. We enjoyed watching the hummingbirds during the day and stargazing at night. Owners are very kind and gave us suggestions of places to go. Can't wait to go back!
Bernadette G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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