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Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Empire, MI
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Glen Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the area

Empire

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Empire, within a 10-minute drive of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. .This vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Little Glen Lake and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Glen Lake.

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Glen Lake - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 18 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Republic - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Art's Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Foothills Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boonedocks - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes.

Immaculate, 1800 square foot, beautifully furnished home, with all new furniture. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, or small family. (Sleeps up to 4 adults) The 3rd bedroom has been turned into a yoga/ fitness room ( please see photos)

Peaceful setting on 2+acres, in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Close to Lake Michigan and Big and Little Glen Lakes. Located directly between Glen Arbor and Empire, and just a short 5-7 minute drive in either direction, to shops, restaurants, wineries, beaches, and the National Park.

This home has everything you need to make your vacation up north as comfortable and as pleasant as possible....We even added a brand new “Pro-Form” elliptical machine, so you don’t have to miss your workouts while at Turner Empire! Bluetooth enabled... and located in the yoga/ fitness room, in front of the big screen TV. 🙂💪👊

The main floor has a master bedroom with a king-sized bed. The living room has 2 brand new comfortable gray recliners and matching love seat, and a linear propane fireplace. The main floor also has an elegant, well-stocked, kitchen with double oven, open floor plan with dining area.

The lower-level is a separate living space... 2 bedrooms with queen-sized bed in one bedroom, and a yoga/fitness room. A living room, with large, brand new sectional couch, full bath, wet bar with mid-sized fridge, microwave and coffee pot. ALL rooms have XL smart TV's on walls.

A new, front load, washer and dryer are located in laundry room on main floor.
Cable, Internet, linens and towels provided. All bedrooms have TV's...TVs are smart TVs.. so you have the option to sign into your Netflix or other accounts to watch movies/ shows.

There is a covered porch on the front of the house, with 3 adirondack chairs and a coffee table, for relaxing or bird watching in the woods, surrounding the house. The back deck is open for sunning and we just added a large gazebo on the extended deck… with an outdoor dining area, including a brand new large propane grill and flat top grill. Also on the extended deck, are 6 comfortable chairs with cushions and tables, around an outdoor gas fire pit. Additionally, a regular fire pit is located in the backyard, with PLENTY of firewood provided.

If you are looking for NEW, CLEAN, and BEAUTIFUL, this is your rental!


Perfect for a couple's romantic weekend get-a-way... We offer 2-3 day rentals all summer long, for those who don't want to stay in the area an entire week. Owners are local, and will respond promptly to any needs or concerns, or even questions about the area, you may have during your stay.

Plenty of parking with room for boat and jet skis. Bring your water toys and bikes! Lakes and trails aplenty, within 5 miles radius from house!

The house has wood and tile floors throughout.. no carpet. We are dog friendly... and have a nice backyard, which is surrounded by woods.. to exercise your pet. : )
* Please check the "Pets" box if you are bringing your dog. We DO have a pet fee, and this needs to be added to your reservation before booking. Thank you. : )
Only one dog allowed , unless cleared with owner first.
*NOTE: If you have dog that sheds excessively, please understand that there will be an extra cleaning fee charged ...it takes lots of extra cleaning and laundry to get the house back to "perfect" for the next guests arrival.

Cancellation Policy:
Full refunds on canceled reservations if canceled at least 30 days before your arrival date. No refunds if canceled within 14 days of your stay, However, owner may credit deposit for future stay..... please contact owner for details.

Sorry, no smoking on property.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a fitness center and in-room fitness.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Wet bar

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Elliptical machine
  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: PLEASE check the "pets" box if bringing your dog

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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

Property is also known as

Immaculate new Build Home Perfect Couples Sleeping Bear Dunes
Immaculate new Build Home Perfect Couples Sleeping Bear Dunes

Immaculate home, perfect for 1 or 2 couples, close to Sleeping Bear Dunes. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was the cleanest, most accommodating, well-supplied and truly immaculate home that I have ever stayed at through VRBO. My family had such a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H., Wyandotte

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay! The location was perfect! The house and property were lovely and secluded. Just a few minutes to Glen Arbor and Empire. We enjoyed hiking, beaches and visiting a couple vineyards. We had an amazing time!
Empire bluff trail! Picture perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place! So beautifully decorated with top of the line amenities! Wish we had stayed longer. I don’t think I’ve ever rented a place where so many details were not overlooked. Thank you Linda!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy B., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
This is one of the nicest, most well-appointed, vacation rentals that we have ever stayed in. The hosts, who live locally, have thought of everything. The kitchen was fully stocked, even down to the Hario V60 (IYKYK). The place really was immaculate. And very spacious. Check-in was a breeze. Felt very quiet and peaceful. The outdoor patio in the back the perfect place to hang out. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian and Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attention to detail and thoughtfulness...the hosts and accommodations were superior!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Up North Getaway

This home was perfect for our family of 5 up north getaway. The home was clean, spacious and everything was as advertised. Hosts were easy to communicate with. Location was ideal for spending time at Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor and Lake Michigan beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest house. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house and location. We ate dinner on the deck and enjoyed the many amenities the property provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, relaxing, private setting with all the comforts of home. Hosts were very accommodating to our change in scheduled arrival. Nicely located for road trips to many attractions (ie Parks, Wineries Lakes and Bays)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wildflower Paradise

Wow! What an amazing place. You only need to bring your toothbrush. Literally anything you would need is there. Everything was immaculate and the furnishings were well thought out. Every room had special touches. We loved the outdoor settings also. Enjoyed coffee on the front porch, wine around the gas fire pit and the gazebo bubble when it sprinkled a bit. Nice bar downstairs ,books, puzzles, local information. I dont think there is anything else they could have done ro make it more welcoming. Great communication too! We definitely give it a 10!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna R., Bruce Township

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again. No a/c
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renae R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay, the house was very well stocked, the location is excellent, and the owners were fantastic! Can’t recommend this property enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We very much enjoyed our short stay at this beautiful property. Although it was very hot and humid our first day/night (and the property description indicates there is no air conditioning), the basement was very cool and comfortable. Following a change in the weather, the remaining days and nights upstairs were also very comfortable with the windows open, ceiling fan and table-top fan. The house is as described with all listed amenities and the kitchen is well equipped for real cooking. The property is well maintained inside and out and is private, peaceful and in a beautiful setting. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage is beautiful. It was very cozy for my husband and I to enjoy a few relaxing days. The hosts had everything you would need and were very accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Definitely will come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

M22 Chalkenge Weekend

A wonderful place to stay. Good location . The home is immaculate!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEAN W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall get away

Great location. Quick drive to Glen Arbor and to Sleeping Bear Dunes Heritage trail heads. The house was perfect! Great outdoor space! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

H R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Perfect

This beautiful cabin has everything you need for a trip to Empire and Sleeping Bear Dunes. The owners have thought of everything you might need for a fun and comfortable stay. A true home away from home. Very convenient to the park. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Perfect

Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. The house was immaculate. Anything you could possibly need was provided. The owners obviously take a lot of pride in this property. I would highly recommend to anyone. Was cute as a button.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cottage

The cottage was immaculate and had every amenity that was needed. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness

One night stay- Short but wonderful

The owners were very easy to communicate with. Everything was great. The house had everything! Wish we could have stayed longer. Highly recommend this with 2 couples or family. Good location and very convenient to all Empire attractions but easy to get to Glen Arbor or TC. Definitely highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Place

Gorgeous house beautifully decorated. We enjoyed the outside with all the flowers, birds, & deer.The kitchen and bathrooms are well stocked. It is close to a lot of towns. We loved our stay. House was warm with a fan & windows open. Would suggest air-coditioner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Cottage!

Turner Empire was exactly what we wanted and needed for our trip to visit Sleeping Bears National Park. Great location to the Park, Empire, Glen Arbor and wonderful beaches. The cottage is very updated and has lots of charming and practical decor/ furnishings. It was a very pampering experience. The yard is very private and beautiful with good parking and lounge areas. Owner's are friendly, easy to reach and accommodating. We will want to stay again, when we come back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Celebration of Life

This trip was a celebration of life for my deceased husband. The VRBO we had stayed at during COVID, so very special memories. The rental is immaculate, comfortable and uplifting. So glad my dates worked out !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ideal in every way

Turner Empire is in the perfect location! Just moments to Glen lake, Sleeping Bear Dunes, Empire Beach and the adorable Glen Arbor. This home is welcoming from the moment you arrive with attention to every detail to add to comfort and enjoyment during your stay. We took advantage of the back deck that offers both a gas and wood fire pit, covered and uncovered seating and the lovely views of wildflower gardens that surround the home! We will for sure stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Turner Empire

Very comfortable house. Lots of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024