Title: Stonegable: Perfect couples retreat;quiet, private, modern, close to everything! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Stonegable: Perfect couples retreat;quiet, private, modern, close to everything! Vacation home in Empire with kitchen and patio ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34328300/34328295/37783ef4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34328300/34328295/a268500f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34328300/34328295/de6db5fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34328300/34328295/08cb023e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34328300/34328295/d051d7fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled among pines and 150 acres of walking trails, Stonegable is a modern farmhouse offering a serene retreat. Unplug with the quiet of crickets and the brilliance of stars, enjoy fresh duvets, a well-stocked kitchen and beautiful original oil paintings by local artists. The property features great WiFi for those needing to work, fire pit for bonfires and grill on site. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathrooms1000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Dryer - Parking available - Washer ## 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. ### Stonegable: Perfect couples retreat;quiet, private, modern, close to everything! Stonegable is a modern farmhouse nestled among pines and 150 acres of walking trails located just outside of Empire Village (2 miles) right in the middle of Leelanau farm country. You'll find yourself surrounded by cherry and apple orchards, hops farms and fields of sweet smelling hay. Fresh eggs can be purchased just down the driveway. Stonegable has a new generator (2023) for storms. Runs everything but stove and microwave ( grill on site) . So you will have water, lights, hot water heater for showers, refrigerator. and heat in the event of a storm that results in a loss of power. Very few rental properties in Empire or northern Michigan have a generator back up plan which can save a vacation. The home sports a gallery of original oil paintings of the property by a local artist which are all available for purchase. It’s a perfect property for a couples retreat , artists, writers, photographers,conservationists, bird watchers, nature lovers,and astronomers. Unplug at Stone Gable with the quiet of crickets and the brilliance of stars. Leave the technology behind and enter into the past of simpler times before television and internet (Great Wifi available for those that need to work). You will experience a lovely farm house appointed with beautiful fresh duvets and a well stocked kitchen. The trees provide lots of cool shade and privacy. There is a fire pit for bonfires, a grill, and a deck off the kitchen for relaxing outside. The out buildings are the perfect setting for Plein Air painters and those that love the serenity of a real working farm. Lake Michigan is also just just two miles away. A basketball court, beach volley ball, playground, and Empire public beach are available for guests enjoyment. Area is perfect for hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, kayaking or just lying on the beach. There are boat launches nearby for both Lake Michigan and South Bar Lake. Only 8 miles to Glen Arbor and 25 minutes to Traverse City. Stonegable invites you to be its guest. Come enjoy a week unplugged and connecting with each other in nature while enjoying the farm house’s "Modern Country" decor and original art. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78090000/78086700/78086670/510aa675.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cranberry Ridge - Ridge Point Glen Arbor - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=78086670&PinnedHotelID=78086670&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87690000/87684100/87684082/f491ea6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location Empire - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.6 Excellent 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=87684082&PinnedHotelID=87684082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33560000/33554000/33553911/aa651d2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cottage and Guest House on Big Platte Lake Near Sleeping Bear Dunes! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No access to out buildings on property due to safety concerns. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Note from host: One house trained dog. Must pick up waste daily. ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children Note from host: Steep stairs. ### Events No events allowed No tents allowed on property. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Note from host: No tents allowed on property. 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 Stonegable Unplugged Unique Setting Stonegable Unplugged A Unique Setting Stonegable Unplugged Unique Setting : Stonegable Unplugged Empire Unique Setting : Stonegable Unplugged Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=44.82214,-86.02088&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:merpGn%7D_lO%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FU%40U%40U%40U%40U%40UBU%40U%40UBUBSBUBUBSBUDSDUBSDSDUDSFSDSFSDQFSFSFQFSFQFSHOHQFQHQHQHOHQHOHOJOHOJOHOJMJMJMJOLMJKJMJKLMJKLILKJILMLGLILKLGLINILELILGNELGNELENELENCNELCNCNANELANANCN%3FLAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%3FNBN%40N%40LDN%40NBNBLDNBLDNDNDLDNFLDLHLFNDLHLHLFLJLHLHLJLHJJLHJJLLJJLLJJJLJNJLJLJNHLJNJNHNHNHNJPHNFPHPHPFPHPFPFPFRHPDRFRFPDRDRFRDRDTDRBRDTDRBTBRBTBTBRBT%40VBR%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%40T%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FTATATATAVARATCTATCTCRCTCTCTCRERETCRERETERGRERERGRGREPIRGPGPGPIPGPIRINGPIPKNINININKNKNILKNKLKLKNKLKJMLKJMLKJMHKJMJMHMHMJMHMHMFMHOFMDMHMDOFMDODODMDOBMDOBOBOBMBO%40O%40OBO%40M%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FM%3FOAOCOAMAOCOCOCMCOEOCMEOCMGOEMGOEMGMGMGOIMGMIMIMKMGMKKKMKMIKKMMKKKMKKMMKOKMKMKMIOKOIOKMIQIOIOIQIQIOGSIQIOGSGQGQGSGQGSESGSESGSESEUESCSEUESCSCUCUCUCSCUAUAUCUASAWAUAUAU%3FU%3FU%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-5VcweO27W-FIQ-UBqvwDS3l52c=) Empire, MI #### What's nearby - Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 7 min drive - 4.7 km - Philip A. Hart Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 5.8 km - Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 7 min drive - 5.4 km - Little Glen Lake - 8 min drive - 6.5 km - Glen Lake - 9 min drive - 7.6 km #### Getting around - Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cherry Republic - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Mill - ‬14 min drive - ‪Art's Tavern - ‬12 min drive - ‪Boonedocks - ‬12 min drive - ‪Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stonegable: Perfect couples retreat;quiet, private, modern, close to everything! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Stonegable: Perfect couples retreat;quiet, private, modern, close to everything!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stonegable: Perfect couples retreat;quiet, private, modern, close to everything!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Stonegable: Perfect couples retreat;quiet, private, modern, close to everything! located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, and Philip A. 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