Situated close to a museum, this 4-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests. It offers a patio for outdoor relaxation. Adventure activities include birdwatching, windsurfing, and hiking or biking. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy nearby golf. The property is pet-friendly and located in a village near shopping areas and attractions like Little Glen Lake and Glen Lake.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Empire, MI
Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
Place, Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
6 min walk
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
10 min walk
beach near Village Park
Place, beach near Village Park
10 min walk
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
41 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Family Friendly Two-Story Home On Main Street In Empire Four Blocks From Lake
Great place for big family or two small families--2 living areas, downstairs bedroom with queen bed, 3 upstairs bedrooms with 4 twin beds (2 in each bedroom) and 1 king. Bathrooms updated, downstairs bath has walk-in shower, and upstairs bath has tub and shower. Fully equipped kitchen with new refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher. Wireless internet and cable available. Open kitchen/dining area. Spacious yard with lots of trees, campfire ring, two picnic tables and lawn furniture, nice deck and grill in back, covered front porch. Walking distance to National Lakeshore Park center, shops, grocery, post office, library, restaurants, and beautiful Empire Beach with its playground and basketball hoops as well as pristine shoreline. You are a short drive to many other attractions: Sleeping Bear Dunes, North Bar Lake, Pyramid Point, Glen Lake, wine-tasting, antique-shopping, hiking, biking, and casinos. Traverse City is less than 25 miles way if you want to catch a film or enjoy live music. You won't want to miss our local chocolate store and the evening sunsets at the beach, where you might catch a glimpse of the Green Flash. If you are looking for a low-key family vacation with lots of outdoor fun and accessible activities, this house is perfect for you.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets
One dog approved on an individual basis.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
The entire property is smoke-free, including yard.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave used linens after stripping on the beds.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 715310vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Empire
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. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Burnett Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
beach near Village Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
beach near Downtown Mmpire - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Empire Bluff Trail - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Trattoria Funistrada - 13 min drive
Little Finger Eatery - 4 min walk
The Savage Quayle - 7 min walk
Empire Village Inn - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Family Friendly Two-Story Home On Main Street In Empire Four Blocks From Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Family Friendly Two-Story Home On Main Street In Empire Four Blocks From Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Friendly Two-Story Home On Main Street In Empire Four Blocks From Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Friendly Two-Story Home On Main Street In Empire Four Blocks From Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Friendly Two-Story Home On Main Street In Empire Four Blocks From Lake located?
Located in Downtown Mmpire, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. South Bar Lake and Empire Bluff Trail are also within 1 mile (2 km).