Title: Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Aparthotel # Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach. ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36350000/36342900/36342851/f016f7ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36350000/36342900/36342851/44384668.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36350000/36342900/36342851/747df5f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36350000/36342900/36342851/344b9473.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36350000/36342900/36342851/14518ffa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 10 Exceptional ### Apart-hotel 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Laundry - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115560000/115550100/115550095/a8ab8820.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Long Lake Getaway-Hot Tub-Pet Friendly-Near Alpena Alpena - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=115550095&PinnedHotelID=115550095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104620000/104617800/104617752/12689a5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Winter Monthly Rates|Location Alpena - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=104617752&PinnedHotelID=104617752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36879700/36879671/ab319246.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family owned Vacation Suite conventienly located across from Lake Huron Beach. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a deadlock 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 area Located in Alpena, this aparthotel is near the beach. Lee's Miniature Golf and Thunder Bowl Lanes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Laser Team Challenge and Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Riverside Skate Park or Northern Lights Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Alpena travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alpena.dx403) [View more Aparthotels in Alpena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alpena-Apart-Hotels.d403-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.04958%2C-83.44556&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EPzKaX3oIIhssRoYNmLOEdKL17U=) Alpena, MI ### What's nearby - Lee's Miniature Golf - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Starlite Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Thunder Bay River Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles - Northern Lights Arena - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles ### Getting around - Alpena, MI (APN-Alpena County Regional) - 14 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Pompeyo’s Mexican Grill - ‬1 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 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. ### 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.? > Checkout 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 10-minute walk of Blair Street Park and Lake Huron. Lee's Miniature Golf and Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family owned vacation suite conveniently located across from Lake Huron beach. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 23 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. 10 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location! Had a great stay at 40 Winks. Excellent location,clean rooms and friendly staff. ##### David S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evan M. 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Nice quiet and clean ##### Evan M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather H. 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sister Trip Great location across from the beach and Farmers Market! ##### Heather H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julayne B. 31 Jul 2023 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. ##### Julayne B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan V. 22 Jul 2024 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. ##### Ryan V. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James O., Atlanta 6 Aug 2023 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. ##### James O. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy R. 14 Jul 2021 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. ##### Nancy R. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mark 17 Jul 2022 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. ##### Mark Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather C. 20 Aug 2024 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. ##### Heather C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine L. 2 Jul 2023 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😀 ##### Katherine L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David E. 21 Jun 2022 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. ##### David E. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra F. 25 Oct 2021 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. ##### Sandra F. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean 2 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Comfy beds, cheerful decor, felt roomy in the living room and bedroom ##### Jean Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zachary 2 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This was the perfect getaway for our family. The space was clean and comfortable. ##### Zachary Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 Aug 2021 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Niebel A. 29 Jun 2021 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. ##### Niebel A. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa W. 3 Sept 2020 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. ##### Teresa W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle S. 9 Aug 2020 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! ##### Danielle S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanette Y. 7 Aug 2020 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.... ##### Jeanette Y. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### phillip p. 29 Jul 2020 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. ##### phillip p. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Jul 2020 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! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clyde K., Oscoda 28 May 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family time Had fun with the kids ##### Clyde K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew J. 8 Aug 2019 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. ##### Matthew J.