Book The Timber Lodge for summer 2026 now! | House in Empire

10.0 (41 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  18 Guests
Empire House | Book The Timber Lodge for summer 2026 now!

5 Bedroom House in Empire

The Timber Lodge is a spacious home located on a 5 acre wooded parcel in the middle of all the action. You're minutes from Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Lakeshore; Empire, Glen Arbor and only 20 minutes from Traverse City. This contemporary home includes 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathroom, spacious 'bonus room' with bunk beds, large kitchen and dining room, multiple living rooms; one including a fieldstone fireplace. The Timber Lodge has a cozy relaxing front porch and large three level rear deck perfect for grilling and entertaining; conveniently decorated with lights for guest to enjoy long into the evening. Guest are close to endless activities; The Platte River or Crystal River for tubing/kayaking/canoeing, local restaurants, wineries, breweries, The Cherry Bowl Drive-In, Beaches, Golf Courses and local trails for hiking and/or biking. Explore what Northern Michigan has to offer during the day then come back to The Timber Lodge to relax, unwind and unplug from the high speed internet. It won't disappoint!

Book The Timber Lodge for summer 2026 now! is located in Empire. Book The Timber Lodge for summer 2026 now! provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Parking, among other amenities. This House features Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Parking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Book The Timber Lodge for summer 2026 now! has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 18 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
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 3+ bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Blender
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
Entertainment
  • Video game console
  • Video library
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
General
  • English
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
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

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

Timothy H.
Jul 27, 2025 09:43:47 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This house was so well equipped for all our needs and the house was beautiful and set in a peaceful and private setting near to some of our favorite places. We look forward to future stays!
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