Lakefront Home near Alpena Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Rowboat. Sleeps up to 6

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A lakeside view with a dock, a boat, and a wicker chair with a flower arrangement.
A room with a view of a lake, a dining table with chairs, a leather armchair, and a window with blinds.
A house with a dock extending into a pond, surrounded by trees and vegetation.
A cozy living room with a brown sofa, a small table, and a lamp. There are large windows with a view of trees and a door with a 'Relax' sign.
A room with a wooden table, a potted plant, and a view of a lake.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Alpena, MI
  • Place, Alpena Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Eagle Country Disc Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Northern Lights Arena
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Alpena

Located in Alpena, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Besser Museum and Alpena Civic Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Eagle Country Disc Golf Course and Northern Lights Arena. Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center and Laser Team Challenge are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Alpena, MI

What's nearby

  • Alpena Golf Club - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Eagle Country Disc Golf Course - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Island Park and Wildlife Sanctuary - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • APlex Tennis Center - 13 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Northern Lights Arena - 13 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Austin Brothers Beer Co. - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Home near Alpena Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Rowboat. Sleeps up to 6 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Lakefront Home near Alpena Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Rowboat. Sleeps up to 6?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Home near Alpena Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Rowboat. Sleeps up to 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Home near Alpena Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Rowboat. Sleeps up to 6?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Home near Alpena Includes Kayaks, Canoe, Rowboat. Sleeps up to 6 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Alpena Golf Club, Eagle Country Disc Golf Course and Island Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. Besser Museum and Northern Lights Arena are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean with full amenities once you get past the wonderful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, very clean and cozy. Excellent location. Host is great. Definitely would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2026
Thank you for your review. Patti
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's beautiful property with an amazing view. And has all the amenities you could need!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2026
Thank you Dawn for your sweet comments. Next year will have more improvements so I hope you'll be back. Sincerely, Patti
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice place on a quiet lake. Only negative was the busy road it's located on.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2026
Thank you for your stay and review of the Poppy House. Just so people know, the driveway is 250 feet long from road to the house, so it's not "right on" the road. The road does become busy during the summer months, the area has become a wonderful destination to explore and enjoy, from clear sparkling lakes, sandy beaches, beautiful forest and shipwrecks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place! Would 100% stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cozy home...thoughtful amenities (snacks, coffee, water), comfortable...kayaks and canoe was fun
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and property are charming with great character. The host is very pleasant, accommodating and prompt in responding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Im so glad you saw the personality of the Poppy House, and chaming effects of the views. I hope you and your family will come back next year. Thank you!! Yours Truly, Patti
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Awesome fishing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
The fishing is great, so glad you were able to enjoy your stay. Thank you for booking, the Poppy House.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to relax. Great views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2026
Thank you! Come back soon. Your host, Patti
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Well furnished and very scenic water property. Comfortable mattresses. Downside is poor internet signal so one needs to make sure you get the door code ahead of arrival. Also the house number on the mailbox is difficult to read. Other than these two minor issues our stay was very enjoyable and would look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2026
I look forward to you staying again and Thank you for the review. I will follow up on larger numbers on mailbox. Something I never even thought about. Thanks for letting me know.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the cutest little cottage on Lake Winyah. The furniture is dated, but honestly, this just added to its cottage feel. It has all of the home amenities that you will need for your stay. The beds were comfortable. The views are stunning. The host is a sweetheart. She communicated well with this VRBO rookie. It’s minutes from Alpena, making it very convenient. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2026
Thank you for your honest review and Congratulations on your time at the Thunder Bay Thriller, gravel bike race held in Alpena. How Fun! I hope you'll come back soon and I'm working on more recycling options. I appreciate all your positivity and suggestions. You are welcome at the Poppy House, anytime. Patti
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, beautiful views. The host was quick to communicate and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Thank you Anthony, come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful place, would come back again, all rooms looked amazing and clean, loved the sun room, very beautiful views, the kitchen was amazing they had everything you could possibly need to cook. I just felt so at home and very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed you stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house clean views of lake beautiful. Easy to get to town only about 10 min nice pubs restaurant added bonus was the access to kayaks canoe and row boat.husband and I loved the kayaks so easy to paddle and lake beautiful.only things is that would be nice to have easier access to lake so you don't have to put in water on dock getting in the bad but getting out can be tricky but we managed.host Patricia very helpful and answered questioned that we had ei5her call or email
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2026
Thank you for your review, you are absolutely right!. The boats take effort to get in the water, especially the rowboat. I would have gotten them out for you, but thank you for doing that, the winds change so drastically here and without a hoist it sucks....but good news, Im working on easier access for the watercrafts next season. This time of year, late summer, the lake gets weedy, glad you and your husband worked together and made it happen. Thank you and thanks for taking care of the Poppy House, I appreciate you. Patti
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is just as described, stayed cool even in the 92 degree heat. Only thing I wish the row boat was in the water. Not the easiest putting it in and taking it out. Kyaks were in excellent shape.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
Thank you for your review. That row boat is a challenge, you need 2 strong people to pull it ashore. I am looking to purchase a small boat hoist in the future, so if you vacation in Alpena again, that should be resolved. Thank you for your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have rented plenty of houses. This one was probably the coziest. And the view of the lake is amazing! Having a cup of coffee from the cute little breakfast nook while in the sunroom overlooking the lake was a great way to start a morning. My son, my grandson, and I made good use of the rowboat and kayaks. My grandson caught a few perch off the dock. The home is well supplied and in a convenient location. The host was quick to answer any communications. I would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2026
You are so kind. Thank you for sharing your "good times" with pictures. I hope you'll return to our "neck of the woods" . Sincerely, Patti
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home right on the water that feels like you are staying at a family member's home.As soon as you enter the home you can tell that this was someone's house...not just a house that was purchased for renting. I immediately felt like I was staying at a favorite aunt's house. Loved that it was right on the water with the perfect sized dock to take out the available kayaks. The 3 season porch was a great place to watch the sunset, play cards, or just relax. I appreciated the kitchen pantry with olive oil, S&P and some seasonings - made cooking our few meals much easier!For awareness, this home does have well water - not a big deal but if you aren't used to it, it might a surprise. Patti does supply drinking water (water cooler in the corner) which is a really nice touch!If you are looking for a place that is off the beaten path, relaxing, and well loved, this is place for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time in Alpena! The house was beautiful and the property was very relaxing. Patti was beyond kind and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute home. It is stocked better than 90%of the vrbos we have rented. The coffee/snack station was an unexpected surprise. The cut flowers were a thoughtful touch. The view of the lake from the sunroom was spectacular. We used the kayaks and the lake is so quiet with only a few boats on occasion. My husband caught 3 pike right off the dock. We made a fire one night too. Our bulldog enjoyed the spacious yard. Thank you so much for sharing this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2026
Thank you for you kind review, and noticing the effort put in, to make guest feel welcome and comfortable. So glad you enjoyed your stay and I hope you'll come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lake view. Peaceful & clean. Minutes from things to do in Alpena. As advertised. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2026
Im so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place , beautiful views Pattie is absolutely wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2026
Thank you Jeff. I hope you'll come back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2026
Some people are not ment for the great outdoors, Doris is one of them. On her departure, she left a bag of trash, unsealed at the road. I ended up picking up Doris's trash all over the roadside, and her dog's crap in the yard and her 3 additional guests. I will not rent to a Doris ever again, so if youre that, dont bother.
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