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The Octagon - Country Chic-2-BR house on US-23N in N. Alpena/Presque Isle.

Family-friendly holiday home in Alpena

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Exterior detail
Looks like a fairy house from the road.This was before it was repainted blue.
Fall has a lot of color to offer, early October.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1 - The "O" room

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 Small, but we had to fit in a Queen

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Ony 1 bathroom but it should suit your needs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Octagon - Country Chic-2-BR house on US-23N in N. Alpena/Presque Isle.

No Pets. Visiting the Alpena and Presque Isle areas, your adventure begins at this 2-bedroom Octagon-shaped house. The site of a former bank in the 80s, this unique property sleeps 4. The ground level is bright and cheery with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom (shower only), a Master with vaulted ceiling, a California king bed, 75" smart tv, and coffee station w/beverage fridge.

The 2nd BR has a queen bed and a 50" smart tv. The staircase leads to the lower level where the fully equipped kitchen and living areas are, including a washer/dryer and the original bank safe. It has the boardroom feel and is the perfect place to hide away after an afternoon of too much sun, concentrate on some work or take in a movie.
Each floor has multiple plugs and charging ports, and a 75" smart TV ready to stream using your services. (no cable) and the TV in the basement has a sound system. There is well water, but if you talk to the locals, it's the best there is! Something about the limestone-rich area. We leave a few bottled waters and 2 gallons for your ice and coffee needs. No Ice maker, we've got some trays, but you might want to pick some up. Fire pit with wood, a park style grill, bring your own charcoal and fluid. A circular, spacious gravel parking lot allows plenty of room for your boat trailers, no need to unhitch. Sorry, no RVs are allowed.
Right down the road from the new (2024) boat launch at Long Lake County Park.

Located on US23N, sure there is road noise and in the summer the rock haulers let you know they’re coming, but in the time where there’s no one whizzing by at 55, there is silence. There is seclusion with no neighbors nearby, except the guy diagonal across, in the summer he may be your DJ, but being in the middle of everything, there is seclusion with plenty of parking....and in the winter, well, it’s just magic!
With amenities like 2 natural gas furnaces, 2 AC units, Awesome Fiber WiFi, a full spice rack, air fryer, 2 coffee makers, blender, crockpot, Some ramen in the cupboard, towels, linens, games, books, plenty of places to lounge, and 2 refrigerators, our place will help you feel at home while you're traveling in Alpena and surrounding areas. Again, Sorry NO PETS.

Floor is foam and various carpets, please no shoes, if you want to keep the gravel and sand at bay. We also have a broom handy.
-Table & 3 chairs
-Desk w/chair
-Coffee Bar with Kurig/setups, small fridge
-Gallon Distilled Water for coffee/drinking
-Comfy, well used chairs (4) end tables, lamps. nothing fancy, nothing matches
-Fans (3)
-50" Smart TV w/fiber wifi
-Karaoke Machine
-Fully electric, ample plugs and charging options
-Smoke filter machine
-Butt Can and fire extinguisher
-Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
This space caters to the smokers and smoke friendly people who are in your group. The cleaning expectations would be like a hotel would have for their smoking rooms (other states and Native American hotels still have them) and it is like a tent, so we launder things regularly and do what we can to keep it fresh. It being outside helps and it never feels too smokey. The ceiling is 14 feet and there is good airflow. It's 30 feet from the Octagon and because there are no neighbors around, you can laugh and talk all night.

Thrown together with a Boho style with color and comfort in mind. I furnished it with second hand finds and Marketplace deals. This hothouse experience is just the way I like to enjoy my stay while I'm there, so why not let others have the same fun. A great add-on to give yourself more space to enjoy yourselves and give you an option from being cooped up in the house.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No RVs, campers, Class A-C, or fifth wheel vehicles allowed.
No Fish cleaning Allowed
Sleeps no more than 4

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Alpena

Alpena is home to this holiday home. Dodge Marine & Storage and APlex Tennis Center 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 Rockport State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Arzo Sports and Fun Park, or check out an event or a game at Northern Lights Arena. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating and other activities like birdwatching.
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Alpena, MI

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parker House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hideaway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Maplewood - ‬7 min drive
  • North Country Catering

Frequently asked questions

Is The Octagon - Country Chic-2-BR house on US-23N in N. Alpena/Presque Isle. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The Octagon - Country Chic-2-BR house on US-23N in N. Alpena/Presque Isle. located?

This family-friendly Alpena holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Long Lake County Park and Dodge Marine & Storage. Rockport State Park is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Denise Dabbagh

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It's like having a party. It makes us happy to show others a good time and have people enjoy our home.

Why they chose this property

We kept driving by this little jewel and fell in love with it. Though on a busy road, it still feel secluded with no neighbors near by and otherwise total privacy

What makes this property unique

It was home to a credit union belonging to a local mining company. The building itself has history before that of being moved to this location from 5 miles away where it served as a place you did pottery in the 80s. It still has the bank safe in the lower level. The parking lot is huge and there is a greenhouse on the property, currently being used for storage, but will be developed into a smoking lounge in 2026, available as an add on feature.