September 30 to May 15, 2026 Completely renovated in 2018, this home sits in idyllic Sleeping Bed Dunes lakeshore on 3 private acres. Fully furnished 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom with comfortable queen bed, amazing sectional couch and all you need for your Northern Michigan dreams! Historic modern farmhouse on 3 acres very private and quiet. 1 mile from village of Empire for library, post office, restaurants etc. About 20 minutes to Traverse City and 10 minutes to Glen Arbor. Sits on the edge of Sleeping Bear Dunes National park--ski out your backdoor and right to the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail! Less than 15 minute walk to Lake Michigan. Surrounded by woods and fields, this home is a perfect refuge for quiet reflection, remote work or sabbatical time. Brand new appliances, high ceilings, mini split system, fully furnished, laundry, wood stove. New washer/dryer in basement. There is also an electric sauna that is perfection during cold Michigan winters. Renter MUST have experience heating with a wood stove. Perfect for a single person or couple, possibly a couple with an infant. Pets will be considered. Wifi, plowing & electric-paid by tenant. Firewood provided. Absolutely no smoking on property. We will require 3 references, proof of employment, 1 month of security deposit and 1 month of rent prior to move in. Serious inquiries only. Price is firm. We plan to interview in-person any potential renters. Pets will be considered. NO smoking. Parking is available onsite (not covered, no garage) Renters pay utilities. Renters will need to have experience heating with a wood stove to be considered.
Off market
$276,000
Empire, MI 49630
1beds
1,331sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$276,000 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$2,124 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 18, 2025 at 08:54pm
Source: Zillow Rentals
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,331 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Electricity not included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Empire
HOA & financial
Other fees
- Deposit fee: $2,500
Other
Other facts
- Available date: 09/30/2025