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Quiet and charming, views of historic Leelanau county, close to beaches

Family-friendly holiday home in Empire

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Beach towels
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Empire, MI
  • Place, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Empire Bluff Trail
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Empire

A family-friendly stay in Empire awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be within a 20-minute walk of Empire Bluff Trail and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Lake Michigan. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a Smart TV. .Home features a living room, a TV and a DVD player. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .In the area of this Empire holiday home, you'll find Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

What's nearby

  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Empire Bluff Trail - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Little Glen Lake - 10 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Joes Friendly Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Funistrada - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Food For Thought - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quiet and charming, views of historic Leelanau county, close to beaches

The property is located within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, close to hiking trails and beaches. Empire beach, only two miles from the property, was named one of the top 21 beaches in the world. The Village of Empire is just a couple of miles up M-22 and includes restaurants, coffee and shopping. Enjoy open views by sitting on the front porch or by the campfire (firewood included) and all that Leelanau County has to offer— dune bluffs, rivers for kayaking, and amazing views of Lake Michigan.


The house features one master bedroom (queen) and an open loft upstairs with three beds (2 twin and 1 full size). There is a full size kitchen (cookware included), living room, and one full bathroom. The laundry room includes a washer and dryer for you to use. We provide towels but do not provide bed linens nor pillows— please bring bed linens and/or blankets. Central A/C, satellite TV and Wi-Fi are provided. There is a smart TV in the living room and master bedroom. The living room TV includes a DVD player and a long list of DVD movies you are more than welcome to enjoy.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Quiet Charming Views Historic Leelanau County Beaches
Quiet Charming Views Historic Leelanau County Beaches Empire
Quiet Charming Views Historic Leelanau County Beaches House
Quiet Charming Views Historic Leelanau County Beaches House
Quiet Charming Views Historic Leelanau County Beaches Empire
Quiet Charming Views Historic Leelanau County Beaches House
Quiet Charming Views Historic Leelanau County Beaches Empire
Quiet Charming Views Historic Leelanau County Beaches

Frequently asked questions

Does Quiet and charming, views of historic Leelanau county, close to beaches have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Quiet and charming, views of historic Leelanau county, close to beaches family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, laundry facilities and children's books, it's no surprise that Quiet and charming, views of historic Leelanau county, close to beaches is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Quiet and charming, views of historic Leelanau county, close to beaches?

No, Quiet and charming, views of historic Leelanau county, close to beaches does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Quiet and charming, views of historic Leelanau county, close to beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Quiet and charming, views of historic Leelanau county, close to beaches?

No, pets are not allowed.