The Octagon, US23N Alpena, MI

The Octagon, US23N Alpena, MI The Octagon property has been a prominent fixture on US23N since the 80s. Now a new VRBO! Check out our listing
https://t.vrbo.io/2tIq70HoWMb

WORK IN PROGRESS! As a VRBO and Airbnb, we get to enjoy our place when we can but have fun plans for future projects. We...
04/05/2025

WORK IN PROGRESS! As a VRBO and Airbnb, we get to enjoy our place when we can but have fun plans for future projects. We want to make more use of the lovely greenhouse structure on the property and will transform it into a rustic lounging experience "ADD ON " for our guests. IT WILL ACCOMMODATE SMOKERS and give you more space for your visit.

ADD ON - Coming June 2026
Rustic Greenhouse Smoking Lounge

30x20 - 600sf screened and ventilated greenhouse with shade screening.

This space is designed for smokers, and smoker-friendly who want to enjoy the outdoors in a large portion of a tall waterproof greenhouse. There is space to hangout, furniture for several lounging scenarios. Near the firepit and outdoor grill.

Keep entertaining outside if it rains, the sides roll up for air, and the inside can reach some real heat on sunny days (noon to 6pm), 90+ degrees,, so we've placed thoughtful shade cloths and there is an exhaust fan and other portable fans that can be moved around. But then if there's cold and wind, it can be an oasis. If it's sunny and 40 degrees outside, inside is 70-80 degrees. There's a heat blanket in case it gets chilly when you roll down the sides at night. Sides are screened in to deter bugs, but like a tent, it's basically camping. The front is hard poly an,d the sides are plastic, manually rolled up and down. Has a locking door.

Is only available as an add on for each day of your stay at the Octagon, for your entire stay. $50 per day plus an additional $50.00 cleaning fee. Example, if you are staying 3 days, the extra fee would be an additional $180. All bookings through VRBO or Airbnb only.

This space is "add on only" to your stay, We do not rent it separately and it will NOT be rented/occupied during your stay unless you elect to add it to your stay.

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
-Clothes Hanging rack
-Smoke filter machine
-Ashtrays, Butt Can and fire extinguisher
-Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
-Extra blankets

This space caters to the smokers and smoke-friendly people in your group. The cleaning expectations would be like of a hotel that has smoking rooms (other states and Native American hotels still have them) and, being that it's like a tent, that's open to air and pollen, we launder things regularly and do what we can to keep it fresh. The ceiling is 14 feet and there is good airflow. It's 30 feet from the Octagon and can provide more privacy if you'd rather be further away from sleeping children 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 how we enjoy our stay, 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.

Seasonal June 1 - October 31 - Starting 2026

See our VRBO book with the app here: https://t.vrbo.io/z0CmuomgkSb

My heart goes out to all the people in northern Michigan whose feet are cold, whose kids are bored, whose repairs will ...
04/02/2025

My heart goes out to all the people in northern Michigan whose feet are cold, whose kids are bored, whose repairs will outweigh their bank account, and especially the safety of the emergency response people and everyone trying to fix it.

Hi neighbors! Until we figure out what semi-retirement brings and what we will turn this magical place into, we fixed it...
01/12/2025

Hi neighbors! Until we figure out what semi-retirement brings and what we will turn this magical place into, we fixed it up cute. We would love to host your stay.

09/24/2024

Rock the Octagon! Thanks, Losinki's Excavating! We had an ordering mishap and Gabe had a solution immediately, and on a Saturday. A happy accident and a final result we would never have imagined.

Our favorite time of year. Route your travels and see multiple peak times throughout Michigan!
09/16/2024

Our favorite time of year. Route your travels and see multiple peak times throughout Michigan!

One indicator of seasonal changes besides cooler temperatures is the leaves changing colors from hues of green to an array of orange, yellow, red and brown. Some of the best places to catch scenic views of trees are in Michigan.

...and now it's blue! Well, at least 1/2 of it. Us olds gotta take a lot of breaks when we're swinging the paintbrush. T...
09/16/2024

...and now it's blue! Well, at least 1/2 of it. Us olds gotta take a lot of breaks when we're swinging the paintbrush. The fence is an inexpensive alternative, thank you Adam and Janet for the hard work, it's looking like a little fairy house-homestead. Country chic at its finest!

We are excited to get our unique VRBO ready in time for fall color, now booking for your trip to Alpena/Presque Isle!Che...
09/15/2024

We are excited to get our unique VRBO ready in time for fall color, now booking for your trip to Alpena/Presque Isle!
Check out us out on Vrbo! https://t.vrbo.io/9LjB0OzxTMb

Shirts are available tomorrow, July 22nd. Stop by and get yours! 10325 US23N, NE corner of Long Lake Park Road. Saturday...
07/21/2023

Shirts are available tomorrow, July 22nd. Stop by and get yours! 10325 US23N, NE corner of Long Lake Park Road. Saturday and Sunday, if you have reserved one already, I’ll be in contact with you today.

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10325 US23N
Alpena, MI
49707

Telephone

+17343654406

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