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Lake Michigan Sandy Beach is a short walk! Home in Downtown Empire, Grill

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Lake MI Empire Lighthouse - Lake MI Empire Lighthouse about a 5 min walk from the house
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Michigan Sandy Beach is a short walk! Home in Downtown Empire, Grill

Art Haus

The open-concept design of this home fills the space with plenty of natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that instantly makes you feel at ease. The spacious living room seamlessly connects to the kitchen and dining area, making it easy to entertain friends or enjoy cozy moments with loved ones. The two bedrooms on the main floor have queen beds, and the loft has a queen bed and a full bed.

The private backyard feels like a peaceful retreat—a perfect place for quiet reflection or soaking up the sunshine. Empire is a charming lakeshore town where you can get around easily without needing to drive.

This unique home is ideal for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a solo escape. Art Haus promises an unforgettable experience, offering a wonderful chance to enjoy the beauty and serenity of nature while still having all the comforts of home.

No pets allowed.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Sleeps 8.

Bedroom 1: queen bed || Bedroom 2: queen bed || Bedroom 3: queen bed, full bed

OUTDOORS: Gas grill, deck, grassy lawn, outdoor chairs

INDOORS: WiFi, smart TV, DVD player, books

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, toaster oven, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, blender, trash bags, paper towels

GENERAL: Washer & dryer, iron & ironing board, blow dryer, towels & linens, toilet paper, bar soap, window A/C unit in master bedroom

MISC:

PARKING: 2 spaces

-- POLICIES --

- No pets allowed

- No smoking

- No events, parties, or large gatherings

- Must be at least 18 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

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About the area

Empire

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Downtown Mmpire, a neighbourhood in Empire. 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. Jet skiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • beach near Village Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • beach near Downtown Mmpire - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trattoria Funistrada - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Food For Thought - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Joes Friendly Tavern - ‬3 min walk

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in an amazing location. We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2025
Thank you! We look forward to your return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Good times!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay at "art house"...we appreciated the clean setting and no pets allowed due to allergies
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2025
Thank you so glad you had "good times" at this home.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Clean. Two full baths. Close to small town. Felt very comfortable staying there. Mattress in 1st floor bedroom dips in center. Would stay again. Beautiful beach a short walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Thank you! We appreciate your comment and look forward to your return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Great family home, Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A couple blocks from the beach, this house is perfect for a family weekend getaway in Empire.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2023
So glad you enjoyed!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharyn b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day Weekend visit

Property was exactly as described, close to beach and Empire--all VERY SHORT walks which was delightful. Had great time and house was perfect for the 7 of us. Only minor issue was could not get shower to work in the main floor bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

REVIEW FOR RENTAL Art Haus

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Art Haus turned out to be perfect for our group: two grandparents, who took the upstairs bedroom, our daughter, her husband and two kids, who took two bedroom across the hall from each other on the main floor. Open and airy floor plan perfect for young kids to run around. Wood floors were easy to keep clean. The location was also ideal. Right in the heart of Empire with short, easy walks to the beach, downtown (as it is) and main drag (M22). Short drive to Glem Arbor when we were in the mood for crowds and more variety. The beach has a great playground which the grandkids liked almost as much as the beach. Neighbors were friendly and welcoming.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to review this home. We are glad to know that this home was a perfect fit for your family! Thank you for staying for Visit Up North!
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle R.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Up North Friends Week

Perfect location for accessing bike trails, Lake Michigan and Platte Lake. We had 8 adults staying and it was great except for 2 couples having to share the upstairs (which we knew in advance). Property was nice but could have been cleaned a little better. There were crumbs under the microwave and sand on the floor throughout. We arrived promptly at 4 and the cleaning lady was still there. Couldn't get in until 4:45 but she did let us start unloading our things. With VRBO later check-ins and early check-outs I figure you should be able to get in on time. You get charged extra for staying late. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable & Convenient

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed this stay with grandparents, parents and kids. We chose this for the location, as Empire gives great access to the beach, especially by bicycle- it made the trips back and forth a breeze & the scenery is divine. Also going by bike helped us avoid the full parking lot issue over labor day. The house has wonderful natural light, it’s bright and open. Our kids loved the upstairs, we loved the safety of it not being a loft! There is a window unit upstairs that’s not on the listing, but even with warmest day of 72 we didn’t need it. I loved that almost every window opened and had screens, only one screen was missing, we had a wonderful breeze. The furniture in the living and dining room is comfortable, giving us all a place to lounge. The kitchen & bathroom downstairs are updated nicely. We loved the super long bench in the entry way for jackets, helmets and bags. And the island in the kitchen the same, great for things you need to grab and go. We loved the loungers in the back yard and bought them as soon as we got home! Water pressure in house is good, the hot cold is reversed in downstairs shower, just be advised. We could have used a swifter for pesky sand, so bring one with you! We always need more hooks for towels and hoodies and such too. Kitchen drawers & laundry closet could do with a reorganize and reset for next season. We loved the home, the neighbors and the location and would be honored to rent it again next time. Thank you for providing this gem of a home! It has been our all time favorite!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2025
Wonderful! Thank you for taking time to share your experience with future guests. We appreciate your observations and suggestions and look forward to your return.
Verified

8/10 Good

Stefanie G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
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