Perfect 'up north' home near Sleeping Bear Dunes & Lake Michigan, deck, W/D

9.6

Outstanding(22 Reviews)

House in Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

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About this house rental

Ridge Wood

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Located in Empire, approximately two miles from Lake Michigan beach, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom family home is the perfect retreat for a memorable vacation with your loved ones! Spend quiet evenings on the front porch or deck admiring the views. The wooden interior of this darling home adds that rustic touch that will surely help you disconnect and enjoy your time out. Cozy up on the sofa and plan your next adventures along with your friends. When mealtime comes, the well-appointed kitchen will have your back with all major appliances, including a full-size fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, and microwave. The beautiful wood dining table seats up to six, which is perfect for family meals or game nights. Additional amenities include free WiFi and an on-site washer/dryer.

THINGS TO KNOW
The fireplace is not available for guests.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 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.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Map of Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

Nearby attractions

Sleeping Bear Dunes Overlook

5.1 mi

Dune Climb

7.4 mi

Mission Point Lighthouse

48.5 mi

Inspiration Point

36.1 mi

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Perfect 'up north' home near Sleeping Bear Dunes & Lake Michigan, deck, W/D

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9.6

Outstanding(22 Reviews)

House in Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Map of Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

Nearby attractions

Sleeping Bear Dunes Overlook

5.1 mi

Dune Climb

7.4 mi

Mission Point Lighthouse

48.5 mi

Inspiration Point

36.1 mi

Reviews

9.6

Outstanding(22 Reviews)

6.0

Aug 2024

I scoured the listings to find one that would hopefully be accessible for an elderly parent. After arriving, it was obvious that this house was built to be handicap accessible with a ramp, walk in shower (see prior review about shower leaking water!), and roll-up sink. The wooded location was private and close to attractions- especially Empire Beach for sunset viewing. However, some major superficial changes need to be made for my level of enjoyment. Cleaning was very superficial, so walking barefoot is not an option. Ants on the kitchen counter and in the dishwasher were regular enough to shut down the idea of having meals in the cabin. Wi-fi is unreliable, and you will have to decide which directions to follow when checking out: the VACASA text or the note on the fridge. All of these things can easily be addressed, and once they are, you will adore this property! (Keeping in mind that UpNorth in Michigan is not always as cool as it used to be, and no AC might be tough.)

8.0

Jul 2024

We loved the area! The house was comfortable and clean but could use some upgrades.

10.0

Jun 2024

The house was exactly what we were looking for!

10.0

Jun 2024

This place was such a perfect stay for what we were looking for; secluded, tucked in the woods, spacious, and close to local attractions. Highly recommend visiting the local shops, hiking, dunes and sight seeing everything Pure Michigan! It had everything needed to cook meals, basic stay needs (towels soap, paper towels, even some toiletries etc). Pillows/beds are older, just a heads up. It’s fully furnished and decorated very nicely.

10.0

May 2024

Was perfect for my family!..nice home!

6.0

Jul 2023

The location is wonderful and unbeatable which is what brought us back to this rental a second year in a row. And the home is beautiful and comfortable. But unless there are some upgrades done I can’t see us renting this place again. The wifi is unusable which means no watching tv on a rainy evening. The mattresses are very old and uncomfortable and the pillows are old and unclean. The front screen door doesn’t fully close without a struggle and it was like that a year ago. The walk in shower is unusable because the water drains directly onto the bathroom floor creating a flood. There are no sheets to use on the futon. Although the oven works well, the burners on the stove don’t heat up very well. The outdoor furniture could use an upgrade too because it’s such a beautiful deck but the chairs just aren’t comfortable for lounging and enjoying the view. I tried to speak to someone in the local Vacasa office to address my concerns but I found it impossible to reach anyone after waiting on hold and being bounced around for almost 30 minutes.

10.0

Sep 2022

Beautiful, clean, will definitely stay here again!!

6.0

Sep 2022

Good location and cute property but had problems with showers not draining, shower head not working, stained linens etc. Definitely expected better for the price.

10.0

Aug 2022

Great place in a great location. Would definitely recommend and will return.

10.0

Jul 2022

We rented in this area to tour the local wineries and hike Sleeping Bear Dunes. This property was spacious and centrally located to our needs. We were close to things to do, yet away from the crowds.

10.0

Jun 2022

Home is beautiful with wooden interior and interior decoration. Every piece and every little corner and walls of the house was thoughtfully decorated by interior designer. A couple of things that would helped would be in kids bedroom or second bedroom on main floor could use a sturdy twin bed not a roll out bed or just a sturdy double bed or queen bed. Second thing lower level was beautifully decorated and with a convenient little family room and a bedroom with full bathroom but can use a demudifier for it to be, not so damp. For a person like me with mold and environmental allergies it was difficult to spend any quality time at lower level.

10.0

Sep 2021

This was an absolutely beautiful home! Very spacious! Loved that there were basically 2 master bedrooms, the one was truly a master bedroom and the other was big with a big bed and full bathroom right next door. It was well laid out and had a really nice deck that wrapped around 2 sides of the home. We saw deer every morning! It was well equipped! Pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and more. The home is conveniently located for visiting Empire, Glen Arbor, Leland, Sutton’s Bay, Traverse City. It’s a quiet retreat to return to. From there we hiked Empire Bluffs (a favorite), Indian Trail (beautiful trail leading right to Lake Michigan), shopped Glen Arbor, visited North Bar Lake connected by a small creek to Lake Michigan for an entire afternoon, caught a sunset at Empire Beach (you can have a fire in one of their fire pits! Bring wood and your favorite wine from the area!), and got Moomers Ice Cream of course!

10.0

Jun 2021

It was a wonderful house. We enjoyed our time very much.

10.0

Jun 2021

Charming house with cabin/ lodge feel. Close to everything we wanted to do.

10.0

Dec 2020

Perfect size for 7 adults to hang out, cook in the kitchen, room around the table for meals and cards games. Plenty of bathrooms. We stayed there in early September and a few evenings got a little chilly and would have liked access to either the fireplace or the heat. The property is close to everything. Hiked one day at the Dunes, Scenic drive , Empire Bluff trail and kayaking on the Crystal River. Great location and property.

5.0

Nov 2020

Very well maintained home, nice wood interior, great location!

5.0

Oct 2020

Very roomy, comfortable and clean house near town.

4.0

Aug 2020

Property was beautiful and very quiet. Rooms were spacious and beautifully decorated. Very serene setting, surrounded by trees and lots of wildlife. Saw several deer and wild turkeys on the property. The downside was having to purchase more towels as only allotted 1 set per person. Did a lot of towel laundry - no extras like paper towels or toilet tissue on hand. All in all it was a beautiful weather week as well.

5.0

Feb 2020

This is a very nice property. We enjoyed staying here with our Family. It is surrounded by trees, so the privacy is nice. There is no air conditioning, but fans are provided.

5.0

Jan 2020

We stayed here for the weekend while in town for the Sleeping Bear marathon and Empire Hop festival. The accommodations were cozy and everything was very clean!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Sleeping Bear Dunes?

The average price for a rental in Sleeping Bear Dunes is R 5,530 per night. This rental is R 3,889 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Perfect 'up north' home near Sleeping Bear Dunes & Lake Michigan, deck, W/D. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Perfect 'up north' home near Sleeping Bear Dunes & Lake Michigan, deck, W/D pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Perfect 'up north' home near Sleeping Bear Dunes & Lake Michigan, deck, W/D?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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Perfect 'up north' home near Sleeping Bear Dunes & Lake Michigan, deck, W/D

House in Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

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About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Sleeping Bear Dunes, MI

Nearby attractions

Reviews

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How much does this house cost compared to others in Sleeping Bear Dunes?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Perfect 'up north' home near Sleeping Bear Dunes & Lake Michigan, deck, W/D pet friendly?

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