Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi | House in Empire

9.0 (11 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Empire House | Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi

3 Bedroom House in Empire

Sleeping Bear
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Find yourself within walking distance of shops, restaurants, hiking trails, Shalda Park, and the South Bar Public Beach while staying at this lovingly remodeled home here in Empire: "Gateway to Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore!" Venture out to discover several popular attractions within a few miles of your door including the Robert H. Manning Memorial Lighthouse, the Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum, Crystal Lake Golf, and the Crystal Mountain year-round resort.
Set on an expansive corner lot, this comfortable, completely updated home features a well-equipped, full kitchen with a breakfast bar and an array of stainless steel appliances to make meal prep a snap! Dine together at the nearby table or bring a few board games out on rainy or snowy days. The living area invites you to switch on the electric fireplace, sink into the plush sectional, and stream all your favorite channels. You'll also have high-speed internet access at your fingertips if you want to share photos and updates of your trip with friends and family.
Outside, close out your days gathered around the firepit while you roast s'mores, share stories, and pick out constellations in the night sky.
Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
Check-out time: 10:00 AM.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa's good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Security camera details: Ring Doorbell
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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi is located in Empire. Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, among other amenities. This House features Parking, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Dog-friendly home on a large corner lot with firepit, washer/dryer, & fast WiFi has 3 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 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
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Activities
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
Entertainment
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Books
General
  • Unit size: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)
  • French
  • Spanish
  • German
  • English
  • Italian
  • In a village
  • Near a health or beauty spa
Guest Services
  • Children's toys
Internet
  • Internet access
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

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
Note from host: dogs only. max of 2. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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

Michelle K.
May 27, 2025 08:27:57 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The property was as pictured and as advertised. Everyone had a great time, and communication was excellent. We initially received the wrong door code, and the management company responded immediately with the correct code.
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