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Downtown Apartment

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Once you enter the openness is amazing.
Front of 1912 amazing building from Washington Ave.
Keypad locked front door.
Breakfast bar for work station or a quick meal from area downtown restaurants.
Prepare your own meal will filling furnished kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 21100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Alpena, MI
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Northern Lights Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

1/2 Bath

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Downtown Apartment

The building was built in 1891, and has served as retail first floor and the top two floors as YMCA, and for many years the local Elks Club. Now it has five modern up to date apartments. All close to the downtown action of beautiful Alpena. Amazing Downtown Apartment, walking distant to everything Alpena has to offer. Within a four block circle you will be able to eat, drink and shop. All within a safe and comfortable walk. Within three miles from the hospital and schools. This is a second floor apartment, must be able to walk a flight of steps.

Property manager

Chad Esch
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Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Queen bed no extra sleeping arrangements available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Alpena

Located in Alpena, this apartment is in the city centre. Laser Team Challenge and Lee's Miniature Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Huron and Island Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alpena, MI

What's nearby

  • Thunder Bay Theater - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Northern Lights Arena - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Austin Brothers Beer Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Apartment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Apartment located?

Located in the heart of Alpena, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Alpena County Library and Lake Huron. Laser Team Challenge and Bay View Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and convenient

Excellent downtown location, but also quiet, updated, comfortable, and fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alpena peach!

Great location, pristine, comfy. We were so pleased with this VRBO, and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Becky D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location to explore Alpena

We had everything we needed while staying at Chad’s downtown apartment. While the mattress could use an update, along with the decor, everything was in great working order and close enough to walk to restaurants and shops. We were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alpena for the night

Location was excellent for walking in the downtown area and marina. Apartment was furnished with everything we needed. Will stay again next time I'm in Alpena!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place!

This is a 100% perfect place for anyone to stay. It's gorgeous inside, elegantly decorated, for downtown strolls to get coffee or a short walk to the beach. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient Alpena Apartment

Beautifully appointed, clean, and convenient apartment within walking distance to Alpena restaurants and attractions. Worked perfectly for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury and comfort

Great for a get away. Easy walk to shops restaurants, the river and the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great host

he was so accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location! Excellent property!

Property was super clean and very nice! We appreciated all the little touches and extras to make our stay more comfortable. Owner was super responsive to an issue we had upon arrival and he had had lots of great info about the area. Walking distance to several restaurants, shops, and the water. We will definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location!

This location was perfect for walking to shops and eateries (we recommend the Black Sheep). The place was bigger than we expected and very comfortable. The shower with 2 heads was a fun bonus. We went for fall hiking, biking, and relaxation and this place was perfect for our stay. Communication with the host was spectacular. This is possibly the best VRBO we have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown life

Very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Surprise

My wife and I enjoyed our stay as the property was on the edge of downtown Alpena, which has developed into a nice evening destination. Recommend dinner at Fresh Palate and Red Brick. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

daniel b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Apartment

Highly recommend! Clean and super spacious. Located right in downtown Alpena so you’re close to restaurants, shopping, marina and nightlife. Chad was easy to work with and helped me out with some limitations due to my job. I will definitely stay here again in the future if it’s available.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H., Brighton, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt Right at Home

This was an absolutely great place to stay. Super clean and well decorated apartment with all the amenities you could ever need. The building is a really neat and historic 3 story brick former Elks lodge in a great part of town. We were able to quickly walk to dinner, drinks, ice cream and antique and gift shops downtown. The owner was very responsive with questions and helpful. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful historic rental

This rental is in an old building that has been renovated to accommodate some rentals. We loved the high ceilings and windows that let in a lot of light and made the rental seem very big. It is very spacious. We made use of the well equipped kitchen and there are plenty of all kinds dishes to use if you want. We had gorgeous weather when we were there and so we walked everywhere in town. It is a very clean and pretty area. If you are a light sleeper the rental is close to the road so the traffic noise might affect you. It is a light traffic area, so it’s not too bad. Wonderful stores and restaurants all in very close proximity to the rental. We felt very safe walking around town. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Alpena

Booking and communication with the owner was an easy process. We were really impressed with the property! The rooms were very clean, large living area , fully stocked kitchen, nice shower/bathroom, comfortable bed - really all was beyond our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown Alpena

Fabulous place! Squeaky clean, beautiful and within EASY walking distance to everything we love in Alpena. Lake Huron sunrise was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home!

An absolute gem. Beautifully decorated, exceptionally clean and well stocked. A few minutes walk from dining and the downtown area. Truly a home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FROM NY TO ALPENA!

My brother and I drove to Alpena to meet his 4 month old grandson for the first time . I didn't want to stay in a hotel and finding this diamond in downtown was absolutely perfect. The kitchen is so well equipped. I even brought, NY Italian food in trays and was able to easily provide dinner for 4 visiting adults and the baby and his Aunts. I will absolutely stay here in the future if I could! Thank you thank you! Family is everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Alpena Location

The space in this historic downtown building is beautiful and spacious. We look forward to returning to Alpena and here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We go to VRBOs all the time and this was the first that was adequately stocked and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacki G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend

Great location, owner was very responsive and friendly. Apartment was very well stocked!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful accomodations.

The apartment exceeded my expectations. Easy walk to downtown Alpena. Owner was prompt and detailed with check-in.

About the host

Hosted by Chad Esch

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I am the owner of the Bannan Funeral Home next door to this Alpena historical building. I have wanted this building since my purchase of the funeral home in 2006. It has been maintained well. It is the best place to stay while in Alpena.

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