Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach | House in Empire

8.4 (23 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  9 Guests
Empire House | Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach

2 Bedroom House in Empire

Empire Escape
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Tucked away within a peaceful, wooded neighborhood, and located within a half-mile of the famous Empire Bluff Trail as well as Empire Beach (once named the best freshwater beach in North America), this two-story home is ready to welcome you and your guests to Northwest Michigan.
Boasting a rustic, open feel and an inviting, sunlit great room with a vaulted ceiling, this spacious vacation rental comes with everything you need for the perfect getaway. Prepare your favorite recipes in the well-equipped, full kitchen, and then dine at the adjacent table for four, or indulge in an alfresco experience outside on your furnished deck. Out back, you'll also find a large, grassy yard framed by wooded lots to either side where you can watch for visiting wildlife, plus a firepit ready for s'mores, stories, and stargazing.
Back inside, this home includes two comfortably furnished living areas with TVs for streaming your favorite channels, a washer/dryer, and plenty of board games for in-home entertainment.
THINGS TO KNOW
Streaming TV services require guest accounts to access.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
Security camera details: Ring on Front Door
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach is located in Empire. Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach provides accommodation, featuring Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Peaceful, two-story home with a firepit & washer/dryer - close to the beach has 2 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Empire has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Empire, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • 3 bathrooms
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Oven
  • Microwave
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video library
  • DVD player
General
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)
  • Italian
  • French
  • Spanish
  • German
  • English
  • In a village
Internet
  • Internet access
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
Skiing
  • Close to skiing

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Jay P.
Aug 10, 2025 05:07:17 AM
Review Score:   6
Summary: Love Empire, and this house fit the bill for our party of seven - almost. Close enough to town, the beach, Empire Bluff and everything we love to do there. Plenty of space to spread out, and comfortable enough furniture for a rental home. Even the folks on the sofa bed said it was "pretty reasonable," and sofa beds can be brutal. That's the great . The not so great - the listing said air conditioning. There was none. We came planning to do a lot of cooking for our meals, and the "fully stocked kitchen" had 6 forks for our party of 7. You might be able to find 7 drinking glasses, but they be an assortment of sizes from juice to pint glasses, and in pretty worn shape. Finally the bugs. There were a lot - and I gave it a pass, as the house is in the woods on the outskirts of town, but there's no reason the front porch couldn't be swept clean of cobwebs and dust. It made the place a little more decrepit-feeling than it needed to be. All-in-all, a fair home, but certainly not the best we've stayed in in Empire.
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