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Highlights
Soak and unwind
Relax in the top-rated hot tub, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
Ping pong onsite
A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
Guests like the location for the scenic views.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Empire, MI
Armstrong Lake
Place, Armstrong Lake
16 min walk
Front Street
Place, Front Street
21 min drive
Traverse City Beach
Place, Traverse City Beach
28 min drive
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
29 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub
Perfect launching pad for all your Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City area adventures! Less than 30 min. to ski Crystal! This gorgeous post and beam frame was built from 100-year-old red pine from the Torch Lake area by master log home builders. This home has a beautiful wood fireplace and the floors are hardwood: black locust, cherry, red oak, white oak, and black walnut. The house has radiant heat in the floors to make these floors a pleasure to walk in the winter even without socks!
Smart lock door code will be provided prior to your arrival, allowing you to check in at your convenience. Guests will typically check in and spend the duration of their stay without seeing us. We are available 24/7 by text or phone should you have any needs or requests.
Your own private getaway is off the beaten path, yet close to Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Enjoy this secluded home while relaxing on the large wrap around porch with forest views!
You will have the entire house/property to yourself!
This home features our favorite mattresses, our favorite 5 piece sectional leather reclining couch, and our favorite ping pong table! Relax on the wrap around porch with secluded forest views. Enjoy the 9' Brunswick pool table and brand new ping pong table in game room.
Reverse Osmosis Filter provides you with pure drinking water at the kitchen sink... no need to bring/buy bottled water!
Main Level: King Bedroom, Full Bathroom Upstairs: 3 King Bedrooms, Full Bathroom
We partner with Shady Lane Cellars to provide you with "buy one, get one free" wine tasting and with Suttons Bay Bikes to give you 10% off e-bikes, bikes, kayaks, SUPs, and tours. Many guests enjoy riding the Tart Trail to Shady Lane Cellars for wine tasting!
We’ve partnered with Stocked, a local grocery delivery service, to make your arrival effortless. Your delivery fee is covered — simply order ahead, and walk into a home with your groceries already waiting.
The house is professionally cleaned between each guest.
We do allow pets. We ask guests to pay $50/pet. Here are some pet rules we ask you to abide by: – Housebroken pets only – Please crate your pet if you leave your pet home alone. – Please clean up in the yard after your pet. – Please keep pets off of furniture and beds. - Please wipe their paws off before coming into the house.
CANCELLATION POLICY (If using VRBO to book, please look carefully at this as it is not accurately represented by VRBO in the booking window.) Travelers who cancel at least 30 days before check-in will get back 100% of the amount they've paid (minus the 10% processing fee). If they cancel between 14 and 30 days before check-in, they'll get back 50% (minus the 10% processing fee). Otherwise, they won't get a refund.
As part of our effort to help you relax and enjoy your stay, we have partnered with Safely.com to provide you with the protection below. The cost of this protection is a $40 guest insurance fee and covers you for accidental damages during your stay.
The SafelyStay, Inc. Trust and Safety Fee includes up to $3,000 of coverage for accidental contents damage and up to $100,000 coverage for accidental property damage and bodily injury. Complete terms regarding the Trust and Safety coverage can be found at http://safely.com/terms.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Quiet Hours 11pm-7am
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3393336vb
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 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
Located in Empire, this cabin is in the city centre. Lake Michigan and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Burnett Park and Jacob's Corn Maze. Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Interlochen Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
Village at Grand Traverse Commons - 19 min drive - 29.7 km
Front Street - 21 min drive - 28.7 km
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park - 21 min drive - 29.4 km
Traverse City Beach - 28 min drive - 36.3 km
Getting around
Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Lake Ann Brewing Company - 11 min drive
Pegtown Station - 8 min drive
Red Door Coffee House - 11 min drive
Cedar Sol Taco Stand - 12 min drive
Light of Day Organics - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub?
As of 20 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub on 11 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,105, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Empire Therapy-AC/GameRoom/Fireplace/HotTub located?
Located in the heart of Empire, this cabin is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Polack Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Holden Lake and Brooks Lake. Pearl Lake and Armstrong Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Joe and Kelsey Testa
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests