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Dog Friendly|Fenced|Winter Monthly Rates
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51032 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Dog Friendly|Fenced|Winter Monthly Rates
Dog friendly and walkable to downtown shops and restaurants, it's the perfect spot for relaxation and adventure.
-Fully fenced backyard
-Outdoor dining table, gas grill
-Kids books, games and toys
-Fully stocked kitchen
-Less than a mile to downtown and the hospital
KITCHEN
– Coffee bar: drip coffee pot, coffee, creamer, sugar, tea, cocoa
– Electric range
– Microwave
– Pots, pans, baking pans, and storage containers
– Variety of spices
DINING
– Table with 4 chairs + additional table with 2 stools
– Seasonal outdoor dining set
LIVING
– Reclining sofa and chair
– Roku smart TV
– Desk workspace with chair
– Books, toys, and games
QUEEN BEDROOM
– Roku smart TV
– Shared closet with curtain divider
– Blackout curtains
– USB-equipped table lamps
– Pack and Play available
– Window A/C unit (summer only)
TWIN + TRUNDLE BEDROOM (3 twins total)
– USB-equipped table lamp
– Closet with hangers
BATHROOM
– Walk-in shower
– Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash
– Blow dryer
– Plenty of towels and washcloths
LAUNDRY
– Washer and dryer in basement
– Laundry soap provided
OUTSIDE
– Kitchen door opens to fenced yard — great for pups or kids
– Gas BBQ grill
– Outdoor dining set
– Driveway fits 2 cars side by side; seasonal street parking also available
ACCESSING THE HOME
– Secured with keypad entry for easy self check-in
– Personalized door code sent the morning of arrival
– Full private access to the home and yard
A/C
– Window A/C unit in the living room (summer only)
– Window A/C unit in the queen bedroom (summer only)
– Ceiling fan in dining area
WIFI
– Free high-speed Wi-Fi
– Two Roku smart TVs
– USB-equipped lamps in both bedrooms
– Stream your favorite content with your own accounts (no cable TV)
*Reservations with a dog are subject to a pet fee. This fee will be added to the reservation after booking.*
We live nearby and are happy to help if needed.
Guests love the location — “The dogs loved the backyard. Great spot—definitely coming back!”
You may hear the occasional train or church bells, which add a bit of local charm!
-Fully fenced backyard
-Outdoor dining table, gas grill
-Kids books, games and toys
-Fully stocked kitchen
-Less than a mile to downtown and the hospital
KITCHEN
– Coffee bar: drip coffee pot, coffee, creamer, sugar, tea, cocoa
– Electric range
– Microwave
– Pots, pans, baking pans, and storage containers
– Variety of spices
DINING
– Table with 4 chairs + additional table with 2 stools
– Seasonal outdoor dining set
LIVING
– Reclining sofa and chair
– Roku smart TV
– Desk workspace with chair
– Books, toys, and games
QUEEN BEDROOM
– Roku smart TV
– Shared closet with curtain divider
– Blackout curtains
– USB-equipped table lamps
– Pack and Play available
– Window A/C unit (summer only)
TWIN + TRUNDLE BEDROOM (3 twins total)
– USB-equipped table lamp
– Closet with hangers
BATHROOM
– Walk-in shower
– Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash
– Blow dryer
– Plenty of towels and washcloths
LAUNDRY
– Washer and dryer in basement
– Laundry soap provided
OUTSIDE
– Kitchen door opens to fenced yard — great for pups or kids
– Gas BBQ grill
– Outdoor dining set
– Driveway fits 2 cars side by side; seasonal street parking also available
ACCESSING THE HOME
– Secured with keypad entry for easy self check-in
– Personalized door code sent the morning of arrival
– Full private access to the home and yard
A/C
– Window A/C unit in the living room (summer only)
– Window A/C unit in the queen bedroom (summer only)
– Ceiling fan in dining area
WIFI
– Free high-speed Wi-Fi
– Two Roku smart TVs
– USB-equipped lamps in both bedrooms
– Stream your favorite content with your own accounts (no cable TV)
*Reservations with a dog are subject to a pet fee. This fee will be added to the reservation after booking.*
We live nearby and are happy to help if needed.
Guests love the location — “The dogs loved the backyard. Great spot—definitely coming back!”
You may hear the occasional train or church bells, which add a bit of local charm!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Events
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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About the area
Alpena
Alpena is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Island Park and Wildlife Sanctuary and Julius C. and Marie Moran Peter Memorial Nature Sanctuary, while Alpena Civic Theater and Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Laser Team Challenge.

Alpena, MI
What's nearby
- Alpena Civic Theater - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Alpena County Library - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Thunder Bay Theater - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Subway - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 9 min walk
- Joe's Bar - 4 min drive
- Culver's - 4 min drive
- Austin Brothers Beer Co. - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
19 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
paul m.
10 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
paul m.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
19 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wayne C.
18 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house, close to everything.
Wayne C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney C.
5 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Courtney C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
M K.
14 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean home
M K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel M.
1 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and comfortable
Daniel M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
14 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Michael G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cindy N.
5 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean!
Cindy N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Theresa W.
3 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy homey feel!
Theresa W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shawn G.
7 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply wonderful!
Shawn G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle H.
22 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even better than the pictures show!
Michelle H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diane A.
30 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay
Diane A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan F.
22 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So comfortable and clean!
Susan F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
matt l.
12 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
matt l.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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