Holiday rentals in Empire Township

Cabin Unwind, tucked into the woods

This quiet TINY (144sq ft) gem, privately tucked away and yet very accessible, Cabin Unwind, has a seasonal porch, queen sized bed, a few 'kitchen appliances' and GREAT wifi. The HOUSE SHARED bathroom has it's own side entrance, across from the Cabin. There is a SUMMER SHARED porta-potty and proper shower, right close by, as well. WINTER GUESTS, please note...DON'T come down the driveway without PROPER WINTER tires! Leave your car at the turnaround and I'll gladly shuttle you and your gear.

Hillside Haven - On 10 acres located near Lake MI.

Cozy home on 10 acres located near Lake Michigan beach access. Perfect for couples or families looking to get away. Close to Traverse City, Frankfort, Sleeping Bear Dunes and so much more. Pet friendly, professionally cleaned. Keurig coffee provided. Fast wifi, streaming TV, central A/C, washer and dryer, refrigerator, oven, microwave, dishes, and towels all included. Pack and play and toddler cot provided. Hunters welcome during hunting season. Boat launch and snow mobile trails also nearby.

1 Bdrm Private Apartment (Milk Chocolate) at GDC

Our Milk Chocolate suite is a large 1 bedroom apartment located above our gelato shop in Empire, Mi! From it's large breezy balcony, you can sip coffee and plan a Leelanau adventure. The apartment is decorated in a colorful mid-century modern style. The bedrooms and living room both have smart tvs. There's a full kitchen stocked with the essentials and we provide toiletries and beach towels/blanket/chairs. It's a great base camp to explore the area and just a few blocks from Empire beach!

Romantic Retreat for Two + Pup Near TC & Dunes

Escape to our cozy cabin, the perfect retreat for couples and their furry companions. Unwind with a drink at the cocktail bar (bring your favorite spirits), relax in hammocks under the trees, or gather around the firepit beneath the stars. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a coffee bar to start your mornings. Located less than 20 minutes from Sleeping Bear Dunes, Traverse City and Fish Town, our dog-friendly haven offers tranquility and adventure in equal measure.

Lemon Drop Cottage

This place is a winter and summer wonderland. Our cottage is a small 50's style with much character tucked away in the woods. We’re surrounded by the 70,000 acre Sleeping Bear Dunes. There’s plenty of skiing, canoeing, hiking and fishing, peace and quiet. We're on the boarder of Benzie and Leelanau Counties, the best of wine regions this side of the Mississippi and a true artisanal food destination It's a short drive to Honor, Empire or Glen Arbor. Traverse City is 25 miles east.

Empire Blue House w/ Hot Tub

Clean, new home (in 2020) with 6-person hot tub is less than a 4-minute walk to Lake Michigan, and 3-minutes to downtown Empire. In the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and its amazing trails, there is over 1400 square feet of indoor living space, plus 1000 sq feet of covered decks. The location offers easy access to a variety of outdoor recreation, Leelanau Wineries, and is 25 miles to Traverse City shopping and nightlife or 25 miles to Crystal Mountain Skiing!

The Round Haven with Big Glen Lake Access

Experience living in the round. This recently renovated home is a super energy efficient 30 ft diameter circle. We are situated in the heart of Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore and a 300 ft walk to a secluded public access on Big Glen Lake. A place to adventure, relax and restore: this home is designed for sustainability and comfort. The perfect home base to explore the wonder of Sleeping Bear and surrounding quaint towns. We hope you find inspiration and rejuvenation.

The Little Perch near Big Glen private 2 bedroom

Encircled within beautiful hardwoods & located less than 7 miles from both Glen Arbor and Empire, The Little Perch is only a rock skip away from the Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore & the Crystal River. We hope you'll enjoy the streamlined kitchen, full bathroom, comfortable 2 bedrooms (3 beds), private laundry tower, personal entrance & spacious parking. The Little Perch is a charming and exclusive upper level guest house, conveniently holding up to 4 guests!

Hockey Themed Room w/Hot Tub Access /Wooded Trails

This is a unique hotel-style single room with a loft has room for up to seven people. The "Hockey Room" is a themed room that overlooks an outdoor hockey rink in the winter time and play area in the summer time. There are multiple rentals on this property, but they are all spread out in different locations. There are trails to explore on the 20 acre wooded property and you will have shared access to the outdoor hot tub.