Downtown home with a firepit, deck, washer/dryer, fireplace - near the beach | House in Glen Arbor

9.4 (33 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Empire House | Downtown home with a firepit, deck, washer/dryer, fireplace - near the beach

2 Bedroom House in Empire, Glen Arbor

Dunes Trail
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This downtown home is bright and spacious. After a fun-filled day at the lake, come home to the tranquility of this space. Relax in the blue-hued living room, prepare meals in the well-appointed kitchen, and rest well in the beautifully appointed bedrooms. The lower-level living room features a ping pong table and TV for your enjoyment.
Outside, take advantage of the expansive furnished deck. Among the trees, it’s the ideal setting for alfresco dining. Stay out after dark, gather around the glow of the firepit, and stargaze while swapping stories.
Located just four blocks from the beach and near the town park playground, tennis courts and basketball courts, this home is in the ideal location for those who love recreational activities.
THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
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.

Downtown home with a firepit, deck, washer/dryer, fireplace - near the beach is located in Empire. Downtown home with a firepit, deck, washer/dryer, fireplace - near the beach provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Downtown home with a firepit, deck, washer/dryer, fireplace - near the beach has 2 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, 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
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Basketball nearby
Entertainment
  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • DVD player
General
  • Unit size: 1198 sq ft (111 sq m)
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Spanish
  • English
Internet
  • Internet access
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • 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

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;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 and a first aid kit 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

Danielle O.
Aug 16, 2025 09:39:34 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Our family of 5 stayed here for 3 nights. Our stay was fantastic! Everything was clean, the vrbo had all the supplies we needed to cook dinner, do laundry. We loved the back patio with a view of the woods. Great location- close to sleeping Bear dunes.
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