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Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach.

Apartment in Alpena with kitchen

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Interior
Children's area
Children's area
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
This freshly renovated unit sits directly across from Starlight Beach, offering a comfortable base for Lake Huron adventures. Guests connect with in-room WiFi while taking breaks between beach walks, downtown shopping excursions, and meals at the area's varied restaurants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Apart-hotel

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach.

Newly renovated 1 bedroom unit featuring 2 queen size beds as well as a Queen size sofa sleeper in the living area.
The kitchen area is equipped with a full size refrigerator , induction cook top, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, pots, pans and cooking utensils. Conveniently located right across the road from Starlight Beach and the new public splash park. Centrally located close to shopping , bike path, restaurants, movie theaters, boat harbor and downtown.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
MI, Alpena

What's nearby

  • Lee's Miniature Golf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Starlite Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Blair Street Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Thunder Bowl Lanes - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pompeyo’s Mexican Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪JJ's Steak & Pizza House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach. located?

Situated near the beach, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Blair Street Park, Lee's Miniature Golf, and Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park. Lake Huron and Starlite Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail P.

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

Terrific stay in Alpena

The checkin was easy and the kitchen facilities, bedrooms and bath were clean, well stocked and very accommodating. Will definitely stay at 40 WINKS again .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Perfect location!

Had a great stay at 40 Winks. Excellent location,clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

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

Great spot

Nice quiet and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Sister Trip

Great location across from the beach and Farmers Market!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julayne B.

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

Newly renovated suite with a great value

Very nice suite that was just newly renovated at an affordable price. If ever back in the area definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James O., Atlanta

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

Great Location, great beach vibe and very clean.

Clean, nicely renovated motel property with owner/operator living onsite. Quiet and comfortable. Lovely accommodations for a visit to the Michigan coast. Kris is a wonderful hostess.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan V.

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

Great location near the beach in Alpena

This property is in a great location, close to the beach and downtown. Recently updated and a very nice space. Plenty of room for us to hang out and relax. The full size fridge is an awesome plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Perfect Getaway

Property was perfect for a long weekend getaway. Comfortable beds, very clean and newer remodel unit - great to be able to prepare meals or walk to nearby restaurants - easy access to beach, downtown, bike trails and so much more the area has to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

Cute place, great location, everything we needed

This property exceeded our expectations. It has been fully renovated and felt welcoming. Our family of 5 had plenty of room with the 2 queen beds and 1 pull out couch. They provided bath and beach towels, a few pots and pans, dishes, silverware and more. The location is perfect with the beach, splash pad, mini golf and farmers market all all nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

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

Perfect location

We truly enjoyed this property. Property was located in a great part of Alpena, right across from Lake Huron. Kris is kind. The facility was clean. We will book this again in the future. Thanks for a great stay😀
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, across from Starlite Beach, 5 to 10 minutes to activity sites and parks. loved the 'beachy decor' in the suite. Kris was nice. Suite was in a motel setting, not what we were expecting. Limited cooking for a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Perfect little getaway

This motel was amazing. The owner is very friendly. She keeps her motel extremely clean. The beach is right across the street, which is a plus. Definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

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

Excellent location!

The 40 Winks was cozy, clean, & convenient to everything in Alpena. Kristen, our host, was excellent with her communication. We walked to the Alpena Farmers Market. We strolled along the shores of Lake Huron (literally across the street!) We would not hesitate returning to 40 Winks when we return to Alpena in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfy beds, cheerful decor, felt roomy in the living room and bedroom
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the perfect getaway for our family. The space was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was very nice. Kris did a wonderful job decorating the place to make it very warm and beachy. It’s right across the road from the beach. We also enjoyed two free concerts just down the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Niebel A.

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

As Described

The property was in a great location, was updated, and had everything needed for a three day getaway.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

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

Weekend getaway

My husband and I had a great stay at this property. The renovations give a perfect relaxing beach feel. The property was very clean and quiet. It was a perfect weekend getaway for my husband and I. We would definitely stay here again. It would be a great place for kids too because the beach and a playground are right across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

5/5 Would Highly Recommend

This was a fantastic rental and the location was great! Great communication with the owners. Comfy and cozy and a quick walk to the beach, splash pad, park, and Farmer’s Market. We were able to cook our meals with ease. We felt very safe staying here during the pandemic and so it was easy to let go of worries and relax! We can’t wait to come back!

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Kristine was extremely helpful and a great host. The beds we're very comfortable and the place was cozy. We loved the fans especially for white noise at night. If we had any requests we would of loved a couple bottled waters in the fridge especially after a long day of travel. Thank you again Kristin for your hospitality! Can't wait to return....
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

phillip p.

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

A beautiful suite!

We were pleasantly surprised by the accommodations (it was a last minute booking and we didn't do as much research as we usually would). The suite had a cute beachy theme and it was very clean. My only complaint is that the beds aren't very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

LOVED IT!!!

The location was perfect! Right across the street from the lake/beach, a large playground, a splash pad, arcade and putt-putt. Close to restaurants and shopping. Kristine was an absolute delight to interact with and met any questions or needs we had with an immediate reply. I would absolutely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clyde K., Oscoda

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

Family time

Had fun with the kids
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

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

Quiet and convenient

We will book again if we return to Alpena. Very nice place, quiet and convenient.