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Family & Dog Friendly Home near Beaches and Shops

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Children's area
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8213 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family & Dog Friendly Home near Beaches and Shops

Northern Michigan Living at its Best!

Escape to this quiet retreat in Alpena, MI, and immerse yourself in the Pure Michigan spirit. Our home is located in a safe, family-friendly neighborhood just a few blocks from Lake Huron's sandy shores and a short walk to downtown Alpena's shopping and restaurants.

This bright and airy home is newly renovated, featuring a beautiful, well-equipped kitchen. On the main level, you'll find a bathroom and a bedroom with a queen bed and desk space. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms: one with a full-sized bed and the other with a queen bed and two twins. There's also a fun kids' nook with books and board games.

Please note that the ceiling at the top of the stairs and throughout the upstairs area can be low and at different angles—reminder signs are posted.

During the summer months, the home provides cooling with small window units in the upstairs queen+twins bedroom and the kitchen. The backyard is fully fenced, perfect for children to play, and smoking is not allowed on the premises. Linens and towels are provided for your convenience.

Guests can enjoy amenities such as free high-speed internet with Wi-Fi, four Roku smart TVs, and USB-equipped table lamps in all bedrooms and the living room. The Roku smart TVs have streaming apps for your personal accounts; cable service is not included.

For security, the home features a keypad lock for self-check-in. Guests receive a code prior to arrival, which is regularly changed. You'll have access to the entire home, including front and back decks, driveway, and the backyard with a large picnic table—make yourself at home!

We live nearby and are readily available to assist during your stay. Our quick response to messages ensures a wonderful experience, as noted by recent guests: "The communication is top-notch—it was a wonderful stay!"

Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, our home offers proximity to the Alpena mapped Bi-Path, perfect for biking, running, and walking along the river. Nearby parks with playgrounds and sandy beaches (1 mile away) with seasonal restroom and shower facilities, plus a new summer splash pad, provide outdoor enjoyment.

Bring your bikes to explore the area easily. The downtown area with its great restaurants and shopping is also just a short walk or bike ride away.
Guests must immediately alert host to any issues regarding maintenance, request for repair service, or otherwise. Host will not compensate or refund for any issues reported after check out. Guest must also allow host and/or repairman/technician access to the property to remedy the issue after host has been notified. If guest stays after issue is remedied or addressed, there will be no further remuneration or refund. If guest is unresponsive, host will assume issue is remedied, and there will be no further action required.

Property manager

Jennie Handrich ~ Handrich Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2292.7 sq ft (213 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

203239

About the neighborhood

Map
Alpena, MI

What's nearby

  • Thunder Bay Theater - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Thunder Bowl Lanes - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Northern Lights Arena - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Austin Brothers Beer Co. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family & Dog Friendly Home near Beaches and Shops pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family & Dog Friendly Home near Beaches and Shops?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family & Dog Friendly Home near Beaches and Shops?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family & Dog Friendly Home near Beaches and Shops located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Blair Street Park and Lee's Miniature Golf. Lake Huron and Alpena Civic Theater are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Family & Dog Friendly Home near Beaches and Shops Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home sweet home
Our family enjoyed our stay. My 8 yr old niece loved it and can’t wait to go back. We walked to the bay view park got coffee and snacks at Bigby coffee then explored the quaint city. We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
Only problem is extra warm September and unseasonably warm and humid. Two window units cooled it down but it took a couple hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place.
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful vacation
We loved our stay here! We were looking for a quiet getaway during the last week of summer break, and this was the perfect spot. The house was conveniently located--we loved walking to the small beach just a few blocks away, and nearly everything else we wanted to do was within five-minute drive. The house itself was very pleasant, and our dogs enjoyed the spacious back yard. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house, our dog loved it too
The house was great inside. From the outside pulling up it doesn't look like anything special but it was very open and pretty inside. We stayed 3 nights. We were on a northern Michigan brewery tour and was able to go to 5 from there. I would recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Rental
Great Rental. Very good communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S., Southeast Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, tidy, and very well appointed!!
Communication with the property owner was fantastic! Jennie kept us well informed, and always answered my messages within minutes. The property was very tidy, and had everything you can think of. Large selection of kitchen cooking/eating utensils, lots of extra linens/towels, and so tastefully decorated; it felt like being at home! The upstairs ceiling is quite low (my 6'1" son's head touched the ceiling and all of us had to duck to go up or down the stairs), but the owner is up front about that in the listing, and even has reminder signs at the house. The house has two window air conditioning units; one in the kitchen on the main floor, and another in one of the upstairs bedrooms. The house also had box fans we used, as well as two ceiling fans on the main floor. My daughter was uncomfortable in the upstairs room without the air conditioner, so if you like it cold while you sleep, this may be an issue. Everyone else in our party was fine. I will say, this is one of the best rental properties I've ever stayed at. You don't get a better host than Jennie!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable house, nice location
My wife and I and some friends went on an overnight bike run. The house was very clean, nice location. We were able to get an Uber (Steve) to dinner and back and had a very nice time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

J H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay in Alpena!
House is absolutely beautiful, well kept, in a great neighborhood, and perfectly located for exploring Alpena. Hosts are wonderful and truly think of every detail. Our family of 3, plus 2 dogs, loved staying here and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Plainfield, iL

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
This is an adorable cottage in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood. Excellent location, close to downtown and the beach. Perfect for us, with a fenced in yard for the fur baby. Nice amenities, including condiments, spices, coffee and tea provided in the renovated kitchen (loved the blue cabinets!). Our daughter lives in the area, so we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome vrb0
The house was perfect for our needs . Very clean and in a very nice neighborhood!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter getaway
The property is well set up. They truly thought of everything! It was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This home was very clean. It was very warm and inviting. The hosts were easy to get a hold of.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the cleanliness, amenities, and close proximity to all the local parks amd beaches. We especially enjoyed all the little extras that the host provided. It really made us feel comfortable at their home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in Alpena
This house is a beautiful, comfortable place to stay, located in a quiet neighborhood just a short walk from the lake. We really loved staying here, and loved Alpena, and can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from Home
It was very clean and inviting and we enjoyed our stay. Our Granddaughter enjoyed the little goodie basket! She is 2yrs old and had fun running around and climbing the stairs, we assisted her on the stairs. Safety 1st. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Super clean. Pictures were perfectly accurate. We will definitely stay here again when we come back to Alpena
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryBeth D., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
My husband, son, and I stayed here on the first stop of our family vacation before continuing to the Upper Peninsula. The house was as advertised and just what we needed. Great location- we were able to ride our bikes into downtown. Jennie (owner) was very communicative and helpful. Would definitely stay again if we come through Alpena area in the years ahead.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

tim p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit our son
It was a very nice place to stay. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful visit
Beautiful and very clean house and the owners were very nice to work with during our visit! Very nice neighborhood too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great hosts!
The host was very communicative, sharing local info and places we might want to visit based on what we told her about our trip. The house was well stocked with kitchen items, towels, etc. It was a very comfortable stay and close to everything in town. Definitely recommend the place and the hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alpena, Michigan
We enjoyed our stay so much! The house was so nice and located in a wonderful neighborhood. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

HALI A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and clean and so cozy!
There was plenty of space for our family of 5, lots of creature comforts but so clean and very nicely decorated. We were sad to leave and will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022