[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer, Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84250000/84249100/84249015/191e9836.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84250000/84249100/84249015/cc4e9be2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84250000/84249100/84249015/e46d2be1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84250000/84249100/84249015/817e32fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84250000/84249100/84249015/394eacb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located less than a half mile from Lake Michigan and South Bar Lake, this Beach House is designed for comfort. Gather around the fireplace in the cozy living room or prepare meals in the well-appointed kitchen. You can also dine outside at the picnic table, enjoy stargazing by the firepit, and have parking space for 2 vehicles. 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91596 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer, Beach House Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' This historic home is located less than a half mile from Lake Michigan and South Bar Lake. It’s been completely renovated with your comfort in mind, and features quality furnishings, central air conditioning, and a private washer/dryer. After a fun-filled day at the lake, come home to a comfortable living room featuring a sofa, fireplace, and TV. The well-appointed kitchen is at your disposal for when the group gets hungry. Dine together at the dining table fit for four, or at the picnic table outside. While in the backyard, be sure to take advantage of the firepit - perfect for keeping warm by while stargazing at night. THINGS TO KNOW 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. No more dogs are allowed. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center ### 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 - Unit size: 1,596 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113630000/113627900/113627872/3101f2de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New! 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Weight limit: 60 lbs each. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ## 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 88733 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.80983%2C-86.06114&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WA7bOMf9Vncq3K8BrRTQSYeJygA=) Empire, MI #### What's nearby - Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Empire Bluff Trail - 19 min walk - 1.7 km - Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 7 min drive - 7.2 km - Little Glen Lake - 9 min drive - 9.4 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Shipwreck Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Joes Friendly Tavern - ‬4 min walk - ‪Trattoria Funistrada - ‬13 min drive - ‪Empire Village Pizza & Spirits - ‬7 min walk - ‪Food For Thought - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer, pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer,? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer, located? > Located in the heart of Empire, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, Lake Michigan, and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Empire Bluff Trail is 1 mi (1.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Remodeled farmhouse near downtown with a firepit, central AC & washer/dryer, Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 6/10 Okay #### melizza Jul 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It was an OK stay. Lots of bugs in the house. House location was great - within walking distance to the beach. Limited dining and no grocery store within the 10 mile radius. Closest grocery store is in glen arbor ##### melizza Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda S. May 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Empire Beach House Clean, comfortable, close to beautiful hikes and beaches. ##### Linda S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Jason R. Oct 20, 2024 #### A nice themed house This was a nice house for the weekend with a fantastic kitchen and bathrooms. Plenty of supplies like towels, sheets and such were provided. The only practical issue was that while you can sleep nine in this house, seven is more reasonable given the setup and style of the beds. ##### Jason R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Craig O. Aug 27, 2024 #### Beach House Great location. Kitchen and baths great. Needs a window ac unit upstairs where the bedrooms are. Ground floor was nice and cool upstairs was pretty hot and stuffy. Late July. ##### Craig O. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine R., Midland, USA Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Empire Beach House We had an amazing time and loved that this house was in walking distance of the beach and all our favorite places in Empire. The neighborhood is nice and the neighbors (local) were so friendly. The house was plenty big enough for our family of 6. The kitchen was big but could definitely use some upgrades to the utensils (pan handles all loose, minimal utensils available, light bulbs out, cabinets loose). The beds were not the most comfortable so would suggest a foam pad if needed. ##### Christine R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jaimi B. Jun 25, 2023 Liked: Communication, location Disliked: Check-in #### Would not stay again/low value for the cost Good location, updated, and enough space for all of us, comfortable beds. However it took two hours to gain access to the property after we arrived at 6:30 and it was very frustrating being left on hold or having calls unanswered. There was nothing to cook meals with. More knives/utensils than I have ever seen in my life but no proper pots or pans, baking sheets, etc. I spent hundreds of unplanned dollars eating out (between higher prices in general and vacation town markups) because we could not cook some of our meals and the pantry was not stocked with basics. Backyard was unkempt, could not use the grill because it was across the yard and we did not want to pick up ticks. Outdoor fire pit not useable and indoor gas fireplace wasn’t working. There was no exercise equipment or room as advertised. There was no first aid kit as advertised. Need to bring your own beach umbrella, chairs, etc. Local property manager was helpful with a broken cabinet door and seemed to genuinely care about making sure everything in the house was as good as it could be. ##### Jaimi B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### k g. Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### k g. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam D. Aug 24, 2024 #### Great stay in Empire Overall a nice option for a good price in Empire. Would stay again. ##### Adam D. ### 8/10 Good #### Judith K. Oct 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location Disliked: Communication #### Retirement Family gathering. Looked forward to the indoor and outdoor fireplace. No wood for outdoor and indoor fireplace didn’t work. Called got no response back. ##### Judith K. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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