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3-bdr home EMPIRE, minutes from beach & bike trail, 3DAY MINIMUM AFTER LABOR DAY

Galería de fotos de 3-bdr home EMPIRE, minutes from beach & bike trail, 3DAY MINIMUM AFTER LABOR DAY

Un puerto con edificios de madera y barcos amarrados.
Un pasillo con un armario azul claro, un cuadro y un cofre de madera para juguetes.
Un edificio rojo de dos pisos con garaje y porche delantero.
Un patio nevado con cerda y árboles.
Una cocina moderna con gabinetes blancos, electrodomésticos de acero inoxidable, una isla central con taburetes altos y una lámpara colgante.

Opiniones

10 de 10,
Excepcional

Aspectos destacados

  • Lugares de interés cercanos
    Near Lake Michigan
3 habitaciones2+ baños6 personas

Servicios principales

  • Patio
  • Juguetes
  • Asador
  • Aire acondicionado
  • Refrigerador
  • Internet

Explora la zona

Ver en el mapa
Empire, MI
  • Place, Centro de información del parque Sleeping Bear Dunes
    ‪6 min a pie‬
  • Place, Costa Nacional Sleeping Bear Dunes
    ‪11 min a pie‬
  • Place, Sendero Empire Bluff
    ‪4 min en auto‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪41 min en auto‬

Habitaciones y camas

3 habitaciones (para 6 personas)

Habitación 1

1 cama Queen

Habitación 2

1 cama King

Habitación 3

2 camas individuales

2 baños, 1 medio baño

Baño 1

Jabón · Se ofrecen toallas · Excusado · Solo regadera · Secadora de cabello

Baño 2

Jabón · Se ofrecen toallas · Tina o regadera · Excusado · Secadora de cabello

Baño 3

Jabón · Excusado · Secadora de cabello

Ambientes

Deck o patio
Cocina

Información de la propiedad

3-bdr home EMPIRE, minutes from beach & bike trail, 3DAY MINIMUM AFTER LABOR DAY

NEW LISTING 2026
Sunset House is a modern, newer-construction home located in the heart of Empire, Michigan, the jewel of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Aptly named for its striking red exterior, this bright and spacious retreat offers comfort, privacy, and an unbeatable location.

The home is within walking distance of Empire Beach and the Empire Bluffs Trailhead, just minutes by bike to the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, and a short drive to regional favorites such as the Dune Climb, Pierce Stocking Drive, Glen Lake, and the pristine Crystal River.

Inside, enjoy an open floor plan with soaring 20-foot ceilings and abundant natural light that create an airy, welcoming space. The home comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, including a main-level primary suite with a private en-suite bath.

Step outside to relax in the large, private fenced yard, complete with a patio and fire pit—perfect for evenings after a day of fun in the sun and crystal clear waters.

Sunset House is also our personal residence part of the year. When rented, guests enjoy exclusive, private use of the entire home and property. Ideal for families, couples, and friends seeking a relaxed Northern Michigan getaway.

You can book with confidence from this VRBO Premier Host with 5-star reviews from their previous Leelanau County vacation rental. Your host is friendly, responsive, and only 10 minutes away.

KEY FEATURES & AMENITIES
Sleeps 6, 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms
New-construction modern home
Walk to Empire Beach & Empire Bluffs Trailhead
Bike to the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail
Main-level primary suite with en-suite bath
Open-concept living with 20-foot ceilings
Private fenced yard with patio & fire pit
Entire home — no shared spaces

HOUSE RULES
No smoking or vaping inside the home
No parties or events
Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
Maximum occupancy: 6 guests
Fire pit use permitted when local conditions allow; never leave unattended
This is our personal home part of the year — please treat it with care


Failure to follow house rules may result in additional cleaning fees or cancellation without refund.

Location Highlights
Walk to Empire Beach for swimming and sunsets
Walk or drive to Empire Bluffs Trailhead for iconic views
Bike to the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail
Short drive to regional favorites:
The Sleeping Bear Dunes Dune Climb
Pierce Stocking Drive
Glen Lake
Crystal River

GETTING AROUND
Empire is a walkable, bike-friendly lakeshore town. Many guests enjoy walking to the beach, trails, and local spots. Biking is an excellent way to access the Heritage Trail. A car is recommended for visiting nearby attractions and exploring the region.

FOOD & COFFEE
Grocer’s Daughter Chocolate, Coffee, and gelato (Empire)
Shipwreck Café Submarine Sandwiches & Breakfast (Empire)
The Mill located on the Crystal River (Glen Arbor)
Weldon Coffee, located in the open space of Joe’s Friendly Tavern (Empire)
Art’s Tavern (Glen Arbor)
The Village Inn (Empire)
Anderson’s Grocery (Glen Arbor)
Tiffany’s Ice Cream (Empire)
The Dunes Café (coffee/breakfast), located inside the clubhouse of the Dunes Golf Course off of M-72 (Empire)

SHOPPING & EXPLORING IN EMPIRE
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Visitors Center
The Miser’s Hoard - Gifts and Antiques
Secret Garden - Art and Gifts
Sleeping Bear Gallery - Local Artists Original Works
JoJo and Bucky Art Studio - Local Artist, Jeweler, and Gifts
Nature Walk Studio - One-of-a-kind Clothing, Jewelry, Gifts
Sleeping Bear Surf - Paddle/Surf Board/⁸4 bike Rentals
Empire Outdoors - Apparel, Fudge, Live Bait & Tackle, Beach Goods
James R. Johnson Park - Playground, Pickle ball, Open Space
Shalda Park - Baseball Diamonds, Dog Walking, Picnic
Chippewa Run - Hiking (both sides of M-22)
Empire Area Museum - Old School House, Fire House, Logging
Glen Lake Community Library (Empire) - Computers, Printing, Books, etc.

OUTDOOR MUST-DOS
Sunset at Empire Beach (& playground)
Empire Bluffs Hiking Trail
Kayaking the Crystal River
Dune Climb (early or late = best! The sand can get HOT!)
Biking the Heritage Trail
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive Overlooks
Pyramid Point Hiking Trail
South Manitou Island Ferry and Hike
Glen Haven Beach and Museum - accessible by Heritage Trail or Car

OTHER
Empire EZ Mart Gas & Snacks
State Savings Bank
Huntington Bank
US Post Office

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Reglas de la propiedad

Hora de inicio del check-in: 16:00
Edad mínima para rentar: 25
Hora límite del check-out: 11:00
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Niños

Se permiten niños: edad mínima de 0 a 17 años
Safety gate located at the top & bottom of stairs
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Eventos

No se permiten eventos
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Mascotas

No se aceptan mascotas
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Fumar

No se permite fumar

Instrucciones de check-out

El anfitrión exige que realices lo siguiente antes del check-out:
Cargar y encender el lavavajillas
Quitar las sábanas usadas y juntar las toallas usadas
Quitar los artículos personales, quitar las sobras de comida y bebida y sacar la basura
Apagar las luces y cerrar las puertas
Si no sigues todas estas instrucciones, podrías recibir una opinión negativa por parte del anfitrión.

Información importante

Información importante

No. de propiedad: 5030123vb
Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad
Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
Esta propiedad tiene espacios al aire libre, como balcones, patios y terrazas, que podrían no ser adecuados para niños; en caso de inquietudes, recomendamos que te comuniques con la propiedad antes de tu llegada para confirmar que puedas hospedarte en una habitación que se ajuste a tus necesidades.

Información de la zona

Empire

esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra en Downtown Mmpire, Empire. La belleza natural de la zona puede apreciarse en Lago Míchigan y Costa Nacional Sleeping Bear Dunes. También vale la pena conocer Museo Marítimo Estación de Guardacostas Sleeping Bear Point y Burnett Park. En la zona, puedes practicar actividades como kayaks y natación, o disfrutar del aire libre mientras haces ciclismo y senderismo.
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Sección del mapa
Empire, MI

Qué hay cerca

  • Centro de información del parque Sleeping Bear Dunes - A 6 min a pie - 0.6 km
  • South Bar Lake - A 10 min a pie - 0.9 km
  • Costa Nacional Sleeping Bear Dunes - A 11 min a pie - 1.0 km
  • beach near Village Park - A 11 min a pie - 1.0 km
  • Sendero Empire Bluff - A 4 min en auto - 2.2 km

Medios de transporte

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 41 min en auto

Restaurantes

  • ‪Trattoria Funistrada - ‬A 13 min en auto
  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬A 4 min a pie
  • ‪Joes Friendly Tavern - ‬A 8 min a pie
  • ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬A 6 min a pie
  • ‪La Becasse - ‬A 13 min en auto

Preguntas frecuentes

¿3-bdr home EMPIRE, minutes from beach & bike trail, 3DAY MINIMUM AFTER LABOR DAY acepta mascotas?

No, la propiedad no acepta mascotas.

¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en 3-bdr home EMPIRE, minutes from beach & bike trail, 3DAY MINIMUM AFTER LABOR DAY?

Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.

¿A qué hora es el check-in en 3-bdr home EMPIRE, minutes from beach & bike trail, 3DAY MINIMUM AFTER LABOR DAY?

Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:00.

¿A qué hora es el check-out en 3-bdr home EMPIRE, minutes from beach & bike trail, 3DAY MINIMUM AFTER LABOR DAY?

El check-out es a las 11:00.

¿Dónde se encuentra 3-bdr home EMPIRE, minutes from beach & bike trail, 3DAY MINIMUM AFTER LABOR DAY?

Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra en Downtown Mmpire, a 15 minutos a pie de Centro de información del parque Sleeping Bear Dunes y Costa Nacional Sleeping Bear Dunes. Lago Míchigan se encuentra a 1.4 km (0.9 mi).

Opiniones

10

Excepcional

Las opiniones se muestran en orden cronológico, y están sujetas a un proceso de revisión y verificación, a menos que se indique lo contrario.
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Puntuación de 10, es decir, Excelente. Basada en 9 de 9 opiniones
Puntuación de 8, es decir, Bueno. Basada en 0 de 9 opiniones
Puntuación de 6, es decir, Aceptable. Basada en 0 de 9 opiniones
Puntuación de 4, es decir, Malo. Basada en 0 de 9 opiniones
Puntuación de 2, es decir, Terrible. Basada en 0 de 9 opiniones

10/10

Limpieza

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Comunicación

10/10

Ubicación

10/10

Veracidad del anuncio

Opiniones

Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Awesome. Can’t wait to visit again.
Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2026
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 29 sep. 2026
Thank you, Melissa!!
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Bonnie's place is beautiful - a comfortable spot to come back to after a full day of exploring the towns in the area. She is easily accessible if needed and her place is fully equipped with anything you may need. We would highly recommend booking this lovely rental!
Se hospedó 4 noches en septiembre de 2026
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 29 sep. 2026
Thank you, Kathleen, for the lovely review of Sunset House! We appreciate your kind words and positive feedback. Hope you make it to the north country again in the future.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Enjoyed our stay. The house met all our rental needs, was clean and in a good location. Bonnie was an excellent host.
Se hospedó 7 noches en julio de 2026
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 26 ago. 2026
Thank you, Paul! It was a pleasure hosting you. You would be welcome at Sunset House again!
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
We loved our stay in Empire! The home was beautifully decorated, very clean and so well organized. We loved all the thoughtful touches and special items from the hostess. She put a lot of thought into making everything comfortable and welcoming. We would certainly stay again.
Se hospedó 3 noches en septiembre de 2026
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
This house was so nice! Excellent location for visiting Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor, and other Lake Michigan attractions. The Sleeping Bear National Visitors Center is a couple of minutes walk from the house. The beach is about a 2-3 min drive from the house. Joe's Tavern is a good place to eat.The house is wonderfully decorated and was very clean. The host was extremely responsive and easy easy to work with. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Se hospedó 3 noches en septiembre de 2026
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
I can't say enough good things about our stay in Empire, Michigan. The place was absolutely gorgeous and perfect for our family! It was so close to the beach, beautifully decorated with such a welcoming feeling, and had EVERYTHING we needed. It was incredibly clean and the perfect size for our family of 4. The host, Bonnie, was SO WONDERFUL, so kind, so caring, so easy to communicate with and quick to respond, and she tried to accommodate all of our needs as best as possible. Out of all the places we've ever stayed, this was our very best experience. We'll be back again for sure. THANK YOU BONNIE :)
Se hospedó 14 noches en agosto de 2026
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
"Finding a rental that completely exceeds your expectations from the moment you walk in is a rare treat. The check-in instructions were crystal clear, the kitchen was stocked with actual high-quality tools, and the beds offered an incredible night's sleep. It was the perfect, stress-free setup for our family. On top of that, the location is unbeatable—we could easily walk to every single place we wanted to go. This stay raised the bar for what a vacation rental should be, and we cannot wait to come back."
Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2026
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 18 ago. 2026
Thank you for a glowing review! We appreciate your kind and thoughtful words and great description of how easy it is to navigate Empire on foot. Hope to see you next year!
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Bonnie's home was the perfect house for our 6 person family week in Empire. Exceptionally clean and beautifully decorated. My parents who have some balance and walking issues were able to easily navigate the first floor and they loved the first floor bedroom and bathroom. The kitchen was perfect for our needs. We all laid in the giant back yard one night and star watched under empires dark skies! Bonnie's excellent communication and attention to detail was the final finishing touch. We plan on making this our annual family destination.Thank you and see you soon!
Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2026
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
This is one of the nicest properties we've stayed in via VRBO. It is pretty much new, and is exceptionally clean and well designed. Our host, Bonnie was very communicative and helpful, and has set up the home for guests in a thoughtful way. It's a short 5 minute walk to the little downtown of Empire, where there are a number of shops and restaurants worth visiting. Try the Patio at Joe's Friendly Tavern, and the pizza at the Empire Village Inn. It's also just another 5 minutes further to walk on through downtown to the nice beach park right on Lake Michigan, with beautiful views in both directions of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. The visitors center for the national park is just a block away from the house and also well worth a visit.Just a bit further but still close by are a wide range of trails through the park, and places like Glen Arbor that are a little bigger but feature more restaurants, shops and things to do when you're not on the water or on the trails. I would definitely come to this area and stay in this house again! Highly recommend!
Se hospedó 7 noches en julio de 2026
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 16 jul. 2026
Dear Brian & Family - your very thoughtful review made my day! It's affirming to know that our heartfelt efforts resulted in such lovely feedback. Thank you!! Your beautiful description of our little village and its many offerings is a wonderful way to introduce future guests to this magical small town on the BIG lake and is much appreciated. You and your family would be very welcome again at Sunset House!

Acerca del anfitrión

Anfitrión: Bonnie Gonzales

Foto de perfil del anfitrión
YOUR HOSTS
My daughter Sarah and her husband David and I purchased our Sunset House in September 2025. Sarah and I called Empire home from 1974-1982, where town and beach and woods were one giant playground, both summer and winter. For Sarah, having total freedom to run about the village with complete abandon was magical. Although we have both lived many places, including Germany, returning to the one place we know as "home" has been a deep desire we've shared for many years. Our hearts are forever rooted here! While Sarah and David currently reside in northern California and are wending their way toward retirement, I will be your local host.

A BIT MORE ABOUT ME
Growing up in the Detroit suburbs, I summered on Glen Lake throughout my childhood, setting the course of my life. I've spent many years exploring Leelanau County's endless wonders. There is so much to love about the area, from sandy beaches, miles of bike and hiking trails, to kayaking the pristine Crystal River. The possibilities for outdoor enthusiasts are endless.

In addition to staying active I am passionate about art and spend much of my time in front of an easel, both in the studio and outdoors (en plein air), working in pastels. Wonderful friends, good books, local volunteer-run theaters, the many outdoor music venues, and living environmentally conscious round out life in this blue water paradise.

Moving to my summer home on Glen Lake which I purchased in 2007 allows me to share my winter home with guests and I sincerely hope you find it to be a comfortable, warm and inviting place to regroup after enjoying fun and adventure filled days in this magnificent wonderland.

Por qué eligió esta propiedad

Location! This newly established neighborhood is just a 10-minute walk from the beach, 5-minute bike ride to the 22-mile Heritage Trail, minutes from spectacular Empire Bluffs trailhead and walkable to the many shops and restaurants scattered around Empire. Additionally, this is a friendly, community-driven neighborhood. The people are wonderful!

Qué distingue a esta propiedad

THE LIGHT
The towering ceiling and many windows, both high and low, let in the beauty of each day.

KITCHEN AMENITIES
Since I live in the house for half the year, it is fully stocked with plenty of dishes, pots and pans, quality knives, crock pot, Vitamix blender, salad spinner...things you may not find in every rental.

ORIGINAL ART
Many of my original paintings adorn the walls as well as works created by family members. Details about each piece can be found in the House Manual.

PRIVACY
The large fenced backyard offers total privacy, lots of room for play, and exquisite sunsets.

ANTIQUES
Spending six years in Germany in the 1990s provided an excellent opportunity to purchase a few distinct antiques. These pieces add a unique charm to the Sunset House. For more details please refer to the House Manual.
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