Sleeping Bear - Empire Retreat near Lake Michigan

Living room featuring a blue sectional sofa, a light wood coffee table, two armchairs, and an electric fireplace media console with a TV.

A kitchen with a two-tier white countertop island, three barstools, two-tone cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.

Dining area featuring a wooden table with white cross-back chairs beneath a rustic pendant light fixture, adjacent to a kitchen breakfast bar.

An outdoor deck with composite-style planks, black railing, and sliding glass doors leading into a blue-sided house.

Open white cabinet stocked with board games, puzzles, and toys in a living area next to a blue sofa and doorway to a bedroom.

Close-up of a wooden tray with a book and coasters between two armchairs near a sunny window with drapery.

Neatly folded stacks of white bath towels arranged on a bed with white linens and a navy blue accent stripe.

Autumn-themed framed sign reading 'Farm Fresh Autumn Harvest' displayed on a white cabinet with seasonal decorations.

A kitchen coffee station with a drip coffee maker, single-serve machine, and wire basket of supplies on a white countertop.

Close-up of a Mr. Coffee drip maker on a countertop next to a decorative wooden speech-bubble sign.

Open dark blue kitchen cabinet shelves filled with assorted glassware including pint glasses and stemless tumblers.

Two dark wood floating shelves displaying rustic decorations including a bear print, woodland silhouette, and a small potted plant.

Living room with a blue couch, wooden coffee table, electric fireplace console with a television, and accent armchairs.

Living room with a large blue sectional sofa, a coffee table, and an open layout looking toward the kitchen and dining area.

Open-concept dining and living area with wood-look flooring, a dining table with chairs and bench, and a view into the kitchen.

Dining area with a wooden table beside a kitchen counter with bar stools and a Lake Michigan poster on the wall.

Open-concept dining and living area with dark wood-look floors, a wooden dining table with white chairs, and a blue sectional couch in the background.

Kitchen with dark blue lower cabinets, white upper cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a farmhouse sink beneath a wide window.

Kitchen featuring two-tone blue and white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and wood-look flooring.

Kitchen with deep blue cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, white countertops, and wood-look flooring looking into the living room.

Kitchen with blue lower cabinets, white upper cabinets, white countertops, an apron-front sink, and a window above the sink.

Bedroom with two twin beds dressed in red and black plaid bedding, bear-themed wall decor, and a corner window with curtains.

Bedroom with two beds, a white dresser holding a TV, a plaid rug, and a closet with white bi-fold doors.

Bedroom with blue bedding, a sliding glass door leading to a back deck, a rocking chair, and a ceiling fan.

Bedroom featuring a blue-covered bed, a dark dresser with a TV and mirror, and a wooden rocking chair with a teddy bear.

Bathroom featuring a dark subway tile tub-shower with sliding glass doors, white hexagon tile flooring, a wood vanity, and a toilet under a window.

A black-and-white view through a glass sliding shower door into a bathroom, showing dark subway wall tiles and a vanity in the background.

Bathroom featuring a wood vanity with a white countertop, rounded black mirror, frosted glass window, and a toilet.

Bedroom with blue walls, a bed dressed in white and navy linens, a ceiling fan, a map on the wall, and a white dresser with a TV.

Bedroom with blue walls, wood-tone flooring, a bed made with white and navy linens, white panel doors, and a ceiling fan.

Front entrance door with a decorative wreath in the window, next to a coat rack and living area.

Bedroom with a patterned quilt on the bed, painted white exposed-beam ceiling, and a dresser with a TV.

Basement bedroom with painted exposed ceiling beams, a bed with folded towels, an armchair, an antique secretary desk, and a television.

Basement laundry area with a white washer and dryer, cherry-patterned rug, exposed ceiling joists, and wood-look flooring.

A laundry area in a basement featuring a white washer and dryer against a painted cinder block wall with an exposed joist ceiling.

Exterior view of a single-story dark blue house with an attached garage, wide concrete driveway, and grassy yard with trees under a blue sky.

Exterior view of a single-story dark blue home with a concrete driveway and attached garage.

Front exterior of a single-story dark blue house with white trim, an attached garage, and a concrete driveway surrounded by trees.

Front door with an autumn wreath of sunflowers, leaves, and pinecones next to vertical house numbers.

Exterior view of a single-story dark blue home with an attached garage, paved driveway, and yard with autumn leaves under a clear sky.

Exterior front view of a single-story blue house with an attached garage and a leaf-strewn yard.

Exterior front facade of a single-story dark blue house with white trim, a white front door adorned with an autumn wreath, and a lawn covered with fallen leaves.

Rear exterior of a single-story blue house with an attached small back deck and grassy yard.

Exterior view of a dark blue one-story house with a small deck surrounded by a spacious lawn with bare trees and fallen autumn leaves.

Rear exterior of a single-story dark blue home with a small back deck, yard with scattered autumn leaves, and a gravel circle around a fire pit.

Rear exterior of a single-story dark blue home with a small back deck, sliding glass door, and a spacious grassy yard.

Rear exterior of a single-story dark blue home with a small back deck, sliding glass door, and grassy yard covered in autumn leaves.

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House in Empire, Michigan

6 guests • 3 bedrooms • 5 beds • 1 full bath

Enjoy small-town charm and natural beauty at this newly updated home in the heart of Empire—gateway to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Nestled on a spacious corner lot, this dog-friendly retreat is just a short walk from Lake Michigan, downtown shops, restaurants, and scenic hiking trails. Inside, unwind in the bright, inviting living area where large windows fill the space with natural light. Cozy up on the plush sectional by the electric fireplace, stream your favorite shows, or share stories around the dining table. The well-equipped kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and everything you need to cook up a hearty post-beach meal. Outside, spend your evenings gathered around the firepit under the stars. The yard offers plenty of room for kids—or pups—to play, while the quiet neighborhood ensures a peaceful stay. With high-speed WiFi, a washer/dryer, and easy access to both the dunes and the lake, this home is ideal for families, couples, or friends looking to explore one of Michigan’s most beloved destinations. Sleeping Arrangements - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed (sleeps 2) - Bedroom 2: 1 double bed (sleeps 2) - Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds (sleeps 2)

What this place offers

Bathtub
Shower
Board games
Books
Fire pit
DVDs
Heating
TV
Microwave
Sound system

Where you'll sleep

1/2

Bedroom 1

1 king

Bedroom 2

1 queen

Bedroom 3

2 twins

Bonus Room

1 queen

Empire, MI, USA

About the neighborhood

Located in Empire, this home sits minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore—a paradise for hikers, beach lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Walk to Lake Michigan’s South Bar Public Beach or enjoy a sunset at the Robert H. Manning Memorial Lighthouse. Nearby Glen Arbor offers boutique shops and local dining, while the Empire Bluff Trail rewards hikers with one of the best views in the state.

Getting around

Empire is a walkable, easy-to-navigate village. You can stroll to downtown cafés, parks, and the beach in minutes. For exploring further afield—like Glen Arbor, Crystal Lake, or Traverse City—a car is recommended. Free on-site parking is available for up to three vehicles.

Things to know

House rules

Check-in after 4:00 PM
Check-out before 10:00 AM
6 guests maximum

Safety & property

Exterior security cameras on property
Smoke alarm installed
Carbon monoxide alarm installed

Cancellation policy

Add your trip dates to get the cancellation details for your stay.

This property is managed through Fairly. It is also available on sites like Airbnb and Vrbo, but the lowest price is always at Fairly.com. Avoid service fees by booking direct.

For homeowners

Company

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