Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Eppstein House is a rare architectural gem nestled in the same region as Wright’s Meyer May House in Grand Rapids, the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, and the charming beach town of South Haven. This is a unique opportunity to experience an extraordinary home—yours to enjoy for a few unforgettable days.
Travel + Leisure named the Eppstein House as Michigan’s most unique Airbnb, effectively ranking it #1 in uniqueness for the state.
The space
This meticulously restored mid-century modern home is beautifully furnished and thoughtfully decorated with art, collectibles, architecture books, magazines, a record player, and a selection of DVDs. Restoration of the Eppstein House began in the fall of 2016 and was completed in December 2017, bringing new life to this Frank Lloyd Wright-designed gem.
The bathrooms have been updated, and each room features modern climate control for year-round comfort. A cozy wood stove warms the family room, while fresh bed linens, plush towels, and high-speed Wi-Fi add to the home’s convenience.
Furnishings stay true to Wright’s original vision, including his own dining table design and additional furniture and artwork from the same period. Modern upgrades blend seamlessly with the home’s historic character—plumbing and electrical systems have been brought up to current standards, and on-demand hot water ensures comfort throughout your stay.
The kitchen, though period in appearance, is fully functional with a quiet Bosch dishwasher and a microwave. Please note that the two smaller refrigerators do not provide adequate freezer space.
In the family room, enjoy the vintage record player and curated vinyl collection, or relax with Frank Lloyd Wright-themed and other DVDs on a small screen.
The Eppstein House has been featured in over 150 publications worldwide—including The New York Times, Dwell, Architectural Digest, Mansion Global, ArchDaily, Trystcraft, and more—highlighting its global architectural significance. It is proudly listed on both the National Register of Historic Places and with the Frank Lloyd Wright Conservancy as part of The Acres community.
Custom rates apply for professional film and photo shoots. Inquiries are welcome.
Guest access
This will be your adventure: to fully explore and enjoy a Frank Lloyd Wright home. Venture from room to room, stroll through and around the house, admire every nook and cranny!
With the exception of a few private closets, guests have access to the entire house.
The house is not suitable for children under 12. Please do not bring or invite any young children without our explicit consent.
Other things to note
We kindly ask that guest groups be limited to no more than 4 or 5, in keeping with the home’s intimate Usonian design.
Painstakingly restored after two decades of neglect, the Eppstein House now stands as a striking embodiment of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian vision—an architectural philosophy centered on simplicity, livability, and harmony with nature. The restoration honors Wright’s original intent while thoughtfully enhancing elements to support modern comfort without compromising design integrity.
Built in 1949 as part of Wright’s Usonian community in The Acres, the Eppstein House reflects many hallmarks of the style: a strong horizontal emphasis, flat rooflines, cantilevered overhangs, and a seamless flow between interior and exterior spaces. The home is furnished with original Wright-designed pieces and curated period-appropriate furnishings that preserve the aesthetic unity and organic material palette that define Usonian architecture.
The bedrooms are outfitted with modern memory foam mattresses and premium linens, integrated into the space with minimal visual disruption. The home features radiant floor heating (a Wright innovation), individually controlled air conditioning, and a wood-burning stove in the family room—an homage to Wright’s belief in functional, human-scaled warmth.
Two distinct living rooms offer opportunities to engage with the architecture from different spatial perspectives. Floor-to-ceiling windows and clerestories frame views of the surrounding forest, while built-in furnishings and open floor plans exemplify Wright’s goal of eliminating unnecessary walls and encouraging flow.
Unlike many other Frank Lloyd Wright properties, the Eppstein House is yours alone during your stay. There are no tours or shared spaces—offering a rare chance to privately inhabit one of Wright’s most compelling residential designs.
You’ll have full access to every space, including the updated yet respectful kitchen and laundry room. Outdoors, three private terraces—with seasonal furnishings—extend the living space into the untouched landscape, reinforcing Wright’s belief that a home should grow naturally from its site.
Please note: patio furniture is stored during the winter season.
