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Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres

Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres

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Front of house with fire pit in foreground
picnic table at firepit
Back of house - - main entrance to kitchen.   parking area behind.
sideview showing porch off tv room
living room looking from fireplace to dining area. Room is 40 ft. X 20 ft.

Overview of Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Enjoy the area

Map
Empire, MI
  • Popular LocationLittle Glen Lake2 min walk
  • Popular LocationGlen Lake13 min walk
  • Popular LocationSleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore4 min drive
  • AirportTraverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital)49 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Bed

hallway upstairs

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres

Located across the street from Little Glen Lake - - an authentic historic home with vintage up north character. The home was built in 1938 by
Frederick Dickinson, a gifted local artist & photographer - - and many of his photos of the area are featured throughout. The house is featured in a book of original homes in the Sleeping Bear Dunes area - - and sits on 5+ acres of land which abuts the national lakeshore. There are 4 bedrooms, a TV/game room and a very large (40 feet by 20 feet) living/dining room with working fieldstone fireplace. The TV/game room can be used as a 5th bedroom (there is a full daybed in one corner). There is a full bath downstairs and one and a half bathrooms upstairs. We do not allow pets - - occasionally exceptions can be made for well behaved/non shedding dogs. The kitchen provides plenty of cooking supplies, dishes, stemware and etc. The basement features a seating area, game table, regulation dart board, and laundry room. Outside is complete with a fire pit with wood provided, picnic table, gas grill and plenty of parking for guests. We do not have central AC, and it is rarely necessary. If needed there are 2 window AC units that can be used in upstairs bedrooms - - & window and floor fans are plentiful throughout the house. While we have no direct lake access - - there is public lake access located on the northwestern shore of Little Glen Lake & the eastern shore of Big Glen Lake. Boat rentals are available at nearby marinas. Empire, Glen Haven and Glen Arbor beaches on lake Michigan are within a few miles. Please note: there is an additional fee for linens if you would prefer not to bring your own. Kitchen linens are provided free of charge. Our rate is for 10 people, additional guest fee of $50 per person per night applies. Please feel free to reach out for more information!

Property manager

steven cacossa

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not permitted inside the house.
we request that guests bring their own sheets and towels if possible. kitchen towels provided. sheets and towels available for $300 per week
no fireworks permitted on property.
the rate is for up to 10 guests. above 10 guests is $50 per person per night.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Empire

Located in Empire, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum and Great Lakes Children's Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Empire, MI

What's nearby

  • Little Glen Lake - 2 min walk
  • Glen Lake - 13 min walk
  • Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive - 3 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - 4 min drive
  • Sleeping Bear Point Coast Guard Station Maritime Museum - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Traverse City, MI (TVC-Cherry Capital) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cherry Public House | Glen Arbor - 6 min drive
  • Boone Dock's - 5 min drive
  • Arts Tavern - 5 min drive
  • Friendly Tavern - 8 min drive
  • Cherry Republic - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sleeping Bear Hideaway near Sleeping Bear Dunes - - historic home on 5+ acres located?

This family-friendly Empire holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Little Glen Lake and Glen Lake. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for large group
Love the location. Five minute from downtown Glen Arbor and Empire. Plenty of space for large group, lots of beds and plenty of kitchen amenities. The home itself is beautiful, well maintained and super cozy. Would definitely stay here again for my next visit to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for large family
My family and I can’t say enough about this wonderful property! The location is close to so many gorgeous beaches and sites, in the middle space between two little towns. It also was safe and large and fun for young children and very private. Charm is an understatement for the big, rambling, interesting house. There was more than enough room for everyone to spread out, find some privacy, take a nap or make a large meal. The kitchen is super well stocked, more than everything is there you would ever need. We all can’t wait to go back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great experience!
Our entire party enjoyed every bit of this big house! From the FULLY stocked kitchen to the game tables in the basement- there was something for everyone. We will definitely stay here, again. The hosts were quick to communicate and very hospitable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Completely relaxing week, everything we wanted was available. House was a great place to stay and everyone had a good time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location!
This property is charming and unique and was close to everything we wanted to be near. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by steven cacossa

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Shawn and Steven live in the area full time.

Why they chose this property

our home is very peaceful and quiet, away from the hustle and bustle - - yet close to the towns of glen arbor, empire, the sleeping bear dunes and empire and glen arbor beaches.

What makes this property unique

our home is one of the few remaining authentic historical cottages in the area that is available to rent. it was built in 1938 and the original character has been maintained.
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