Sleeping Bear Spectacular: Private Lake Michigan Lakefront on 30 Acres | House in Empire

10.0 (5 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Empire House | Sleeping Bear Spectacular: Private Lake Michigan Lakefront on 30 Acres

4 Bedroom House in Empire

Spectacular, custom home (built in 2020) located in Empire with sweeping views of Lake Michigan and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. This exquisite property sits on 30 acres to explore with private Lake Michigan frontage (3000 feet). New steps to the beach were recently built giving guests direct, private access to Lake Michigan. This immaculate home offers stunning sunsets and sensational natural beauty in the heart of the area dubbed the “most beautiful place in America”. More than 3500 square feet of living space; over 4000 square feet with the basement. On the main floor you have a large open concept with cathedral-height windows and panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Main level kitchen has a large pantry and designated ice maker, second refrigerator and wine cooler. Three bedrooms (plus a large rec room/bunk room); Three bathrooms, and an additional outdoor shower. Accommodates 8. Queen beds in two second-floor bedrooms; King in master bedroom also on the second level, with a whirlpool in the master bath; Two sets of bunk beds on the third level. Queen sleeper in lower level family room. Central air conditioning; Linens and Towels provided; Washer and Dryer; ceiling fans. Gas Fireplace with a stone facade. Wireless and High-Speed Internet; Two Wi-Fi-enabled TVs (Amazon Firestick and Google Chromecast compatible). Incredible decking with over 1200 square feet of outdoor living for dining, relaxing, listening to the waves or taking in the breathtaking vistas. Gas grill. South Bar Lake frontage. Walking distance to the quaint village of Empire with restaurants, bars, antique shops and a Farmer’s Market during the Summer months. Only a 15-minute scenic drive to the charming town of Glen Arbor; 25-minute drive to Traverse City. The rare property offers a memorable opportunity to experience unparalleled beauty and serenity among 30 acres of natural forest and private access to the white sands of beautiful Lake Michigan. The unique property is only available for very limited periods during the year. This property can accommodate a maximum of 3 cars - no exceptions. Limited Summer rentals only are Friday to Friday.

Sleeping Bear Spectacular: Private Lake Michigan Lakefront on 30 Acres is located in Empire. Sleeping Bear Spectacular: Private Lake Michigan Lakefront on 30 Acres provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Sleeping Bear Spectacular: Private Lake Michigan Lakefront on 30 Acres has 4 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 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
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Dining room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Fitness center
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
General
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Playground
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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

Jennifer W.
Aug 24, 2025 06:29:56 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We had a fabulous experience in this home and the host was very responsive. The home and location is beautiful, spacious, and well appointed. The nightly sunsets and the view of the dunes were gorgeous and the option to kayak, bike, hike, or walk on the beach keeps you active. We were celebrating family summer birthdays and this home allowed us to have enough room to for all ages, from 13 to 90 years old, of the family to eat, spend time together as well as spread out, and create wonderful memories. Additionally, the house is a 45 minute drive from Traverse City airport and there are many towns, restaurants, and shops to explore as well as outdoor and indoor activities for all different interests. We would highly recommend a family curling lesson at Broomstack Kitchen and Taphouse.We loved our stay here and look forward to doing it again.
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