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Family & Pet-Friendly Alpena Home with game room - Walk to Lake Huron & Downtown

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alpena, MI
  • Place, Thunder Bay Theater
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Alpena

This vacation home places you within a mile (2 km) of Lake Huron and Alpena Civic Theater. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Alpena Civic Theater - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Alpena County Library - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Thunder Bay Theater - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Austin Brothers Beer Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Polish Corner - ‬3 min drive

About this property

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

Family & Pet-Friendly Alpena Home with game room - Walk to Lake Huron & Downtown

Huron Haus | Family & Pet-Friendly Alpena Getaway Near Lake Huron

Gather your family and friends for an unforgettable Northern Michigan getaway at Huron Haus—a spacious historic home in the heart of Alpena, just minutes from Lake Huron beaches, waterfront parks, downtown restaurants, shopping, and local attractions.

Whether you’re planning a summer beach vacation, fishing trip, family reunion, wedding weekend, golf getaway, or relaxing escape along Michigan’s Sunrise Coast, Huron Haus offers the perfect combination of comfort, entertainment, and location.

After a day exploring Alpena’s beautiful shoreline, return home to challenge the family to arcade games, enjoy a game of pool or air hockey, relax around the fire table, or unwind in the fenced backyard with your pets.

Why Guests Love Huron Haus

✓ Sleeps up to 11 guests

✓ Pet-friendly with fenced backyard

✓ Family-friendly with toys, books, and games

✓ Dedicated game room with arcade

✓ Minutes from Lake Huron beaches

✓ Close to downtown Alpena restaurants and shops

✓ Fast WiFi

✓ Self check-in

✓ Fully equipped kitchen

✓ Free parking

✓ Perfect for families, groups, and extended stays

Fun for All Ages

The game room is a guest favorite and provides entertainment rain or shine. Enjoy:

• Stand-up 5-in-1 arcade game

• 3-in-1 foosball, pool, and air hockey table

• Family board games

• Children’s books and toys

• Comfortable gathering spaces throughout the home

Whether you’re traveling with kids, grandparents, or a group of friends, there’s plenty of room for everyone to relax and enjoy time together.

Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements

Designed to accommodate larger families and groups comfortably:

• Main Floor Split King Bedroom

• Second Floor Queen Bedroom

• Second Floor Twin Bedroom

• Three Twin Pull-Out Beds

• Queen Sleeper Sofa

Fresh linens, pillows, blankets, and towels are provided for your stay.

Fully Equipped for Longer Stays

Prepare family meals with ease in the fully stocked kitchen featuring:

• Full-size refrigerator

• Stove and oven

• Microwave

• Coffee maker

• Cookware and utensils

• Dinnerware and serving essentials

• Basic cooking necessities

A washer and dryer are also available for guest convenience.

Explore Alpena & Michigan’s Sunrise Coast

Huron Haus is conveniently located near many of Alpena’s most popular attractions:

• Starlite Beach

• Mich-E-Ke-Wis Beach

• Bay View Park

• Downtown Alpena

• Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary

• Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center

• Alpena Bi-Path Trail System

• Boat launches and marinas

• Fishing charters and Lake Huron adventures

• Local breweries, restaurants, and shopping

Spend your days swimming, kayaking, boating, fishing, biking, exploring shipwreck history, or simply enjoying the beautiful Lake Huron shoreline.

Relax, Reconnect & Make Memories

Enjoy morning coffee on the patio, afternoons at the beach, evenings around the fire table, and game nights with the people who matter most.

Whether you’re visiting Alpena for outdoor adventures, family celebrations, weddings, or a peaceful Up North retreat, Huron Haus provides the space, comfort, and location to make your stay memorable.

Book your Alpena getaway today and discover why guests love Michigan’s beautiful Sunrise Coast.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a lake
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Alpena, a short 19-minute walk from Lake Huron and also 19 minutes on foot from Alpena County Library. You'll also find Thunder Bay Theater and Island Park and Wildlife Sanctuary within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Alpena Home, Sleeps 11, Game Room, pet friendly, Walk to Lake & Downtown?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Alpena Home, Sleeps 11, Game Room, pet friendly, Walk to Lake & Downtown?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Alpena Home, Sleeps 11, Game Room, pet friendly, Walk to Lake & Downtown?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Alpena Home, Sleeps 11, Game Room, pet friendly, Walk to Lake & Downtown?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional), which is 6.5 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Alpena Home, Sleeps 11, Game Room, pet friendly, Walk to Lake & Downtown?

Yes, every house at Alpena Home, Sleeps 11, Game Room, pet friendly, Walk to Lake & Downtown comes with a patio.

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