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Home on MTU XC Ski Trails

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, computer monitors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 488 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Home on MTU XC Ski Trails

Located a short walk from the Michigan Tech XC Ski Trails with to access premier skate skiing, classic, and snowshoe trails. We have a ski waxing station in the garage, including a table, vise, waxing iron, scrapers and brush) so you can wax your skis. Just bring your preferred wax. Lastly, three sets of Tubbs snowshoes come with the home. Enjoy winter right from your backyard in a home away from home.

Note: Please, NO snowmobiles or snowmobile gear on the property.

Our cozy oasis is within a mile of Michigan Tech (and their fabulous recreational trails), within 2 miles of Downtown Houghton, and within 11 miles of Mt. Ripley, the Quincy Mine, and the Houghton County airport. If the location wasn’t enough, you’ll love our place because it’s super cozy, and you get the whole house - so it’s private, too! We welcome couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families, and friends!

Parking: Limited to two vehicles . In the winter, parking is limited to 1 vehicle (no trailers).

Smoking: Smoking is not allowed in the house or on the property.

Child Proof:
Two baby gates will be provided upon request at least one day prior to arrival.

Sleeping:
As a 1900s era mining home, the upstairs used to consist of 3 very small bedrooms. The entire upstairs was opened up into a single loft style room featuring a new Restonic (Made in the UP!) Queen size bed and a twin bed.

The living room features a pull out couch with an acceptable mattress (better than the floor).

Kitchen:
Eat-in kitchen with new appliances, crockpot, toaster, and coffee maker). The fridge is stocked with basics (ketchup, mustard, etc) and we also provide complimentary coffee and tea.

Front Porch:
An enclosed front porch is great for storing bikes and skis when not in use.

Yard:
A quarter acre lot with a hose for bike washing.

Getting Around:
Public transportation is limited outside of the city limits but there are taxi services in the area.
The house is 1 mile from Michigan Tech’s campus (I used to walk or ride bike to campus daily - year round). Downtown Houghton is 2 miles from the house.

Mill Rd Trailhead (Michigan Tech Trails) - Walking distance
MTU Main Trailhead - 1 mile
Mount Ripley - 3 miles
Maasto Hiihto Trails - 5 miles
Chassell Trails - 7 miles
Churning Rapids Trails - 10 miles
Swedetown Trails - 15 miles
Copper Harbor Trails - 50 miles

Property manager

Eric & Nina Ollis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking not allowed in the house or on property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 950 sq ft (88 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Comfortable Small Home Michigan Tech House Houghton
Comfortable Small Home Michigan Tech House
Comfortable Small Home Michigan Tech Houghton
Comfortable Small Home Michigan Tech
Comfortable Small Michigan Te
On Mtu Xc Ski Trails Houghton
Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Houghton
Comfortable Small Home Near Michigan Tech
Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Private vacation home
Komfortabel Lite Hjem i Nærheten av Michigan Tech
Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Private vacation home Houghton

About the neighborhood

Map
Houghton, MI

What's nearby

  • Michigan Technological University - 4 min walk
  • Nara Nature Park - 17 min walk
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 5 min drive
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 6 min drive
  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Library Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home on MTU XC Ski Trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home on MTU XC Ski Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home on MTU XC Ski Trails?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home on MTU XC Ski Trails located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out vacation home in Houghton is within a 10-minute walk of Michigan Technological University and Prospector's Paradise and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Nara Nature Park and Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jana K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
This quaint home was perfect for our stay-clean, quiet, well stocked and a great location. Couldn't have asked for anything better! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Houghton
We really enjoyed our stay here. It was the perfect size place for a family of three and located right near downtown Houghton. The guest book had great suggestions for restaurants and fun places to go with children. We highly recommend pizza at the Ambassador and visiting the Chutes and Ladders Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, close to MTU campus
My wife and I had stayed here for Michigan Tech career fair. It's very close to the campus at a very reasonable price. House is small but perfect for a couple or a small group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place Close to MTU
We had a great stay visiting our son for the weekend. Enjoyed grilling a home cooked meal and s'mores with a couple of his friends. We will be back next time we visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet cabin close to Houghton
This is a very well maintained and rustic cabin / small house in a quiet neighborhood just a mile or two from the bridge in Houghton. We could walk to the ski trails and had easy access to US-41 and downtown. The cabin was clean and very well cared for, had window A/C in the upstairs room, and had plenty of room for two. The neighborhood is full of trees and was quiet without being isolated. We would certainly stay again if we come back to Houghton.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend visit
It was perfect for us. Comfy and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
While it may not have privacy for parents if staying with kids, the property is charming. A historic home i imagine from the mining era. It had everything we needed to host our son and his friends for a Resurrection Sunday dinner and was only a block away! Short drive to downtown and walmart and onyl 15 minutes from the church in Dollar Bay we went to. Will definitely stay again if theyll have us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint and close to Tech trails
It was a nice place but we only slept there . We were visiting our son and had friends staying elsewhere and that is where we spent the majority of our time. There is only one bathroom and it is located on the lower level as far away from the upstairs bedroom as you can get. It was not an issue for us, but I can see how it would be for anyone who uses the bathroom at night. The back yard is inviting if you have accommodating weather and the trails are outside your back door. Very convenient. There was only one hand towel for the bathroom. I suggest having the same number as wash cloths and bath towels. It was nice to have coffee and breakfast/energy bars. We did use those. Thank you. I would say based on VRBOs we have stayed at previously in the area, this one may be a bit overpriced.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Urszula L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little vacation house
This was a great home base for our visit to Houghton and the Keweenaw Peninsula. Very simple but had everything we needed. One thing to note: the bathroom is small with a small shower (just want to warn anyone very tall or otherwise large). It was nice to be able to have more space than a hotel room for our stay, to be able to cook some meals for ourselves and to have a place close by to come back to for our toddler's naps.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool Miner's Cottage!
The location was perfect for our vacation in the UP! We loved the history of the house and the setting in the quiet neighborhood of Houghton. We didn't realize the sole bathroom was downstairs and the sole bedroom upstairs. We re-read the VRBO description and looked again at the pictures and feel that fact wasn't at all clear. Also, there wasn't any soap for the shower, and we were only furnished with one handtowel and two washcloths for our entire six-day stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Swish 1.

Liked: Cleanliness
Consistent, clean, and cozy
This was our second stay here - the homeowners keep a clean cozy property and did not disappoint. It provided the perfect location for our Houghton weekend getaway- We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Comfortable
Nice location, very clean home that gives you that relaxing feeling.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Stay
This is the second time staying at this property. The home is clean and inviting. It is in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to campus. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W., Clyde, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and Homey stay!
We absolutely loved the home and the homes location!! It was the perfect size for my husband and I and our 3 children. We loved the small touches; maps of the peninsula, vintage dishes, the cute chairs, wallpaper upstairs, too many cute things to list. Absolutely EVERYTHING you may possibly need; coffee pot and filters, can opener, towels, scissors, first aid, mugs, plastic wrap, spatulas, pots and pans, baby gate, pack n play (by request), dish soap, spices, toys for kids....everything. It was everything we needed! Stove, microwave, oven, fridge, freezer, everything for you to be able to cook new XXYWe loved being close to a grocery store and beautiful downtown Houghton. They did an awesome job with a welcome binder that had lots of information on local places to visit, including a park and a laundromat both of which we utilized and were within 15 minutes of the home. Very quiet neighborhood, wonderful lot with a lovely quaint backyard. Super easy check-in instructions without a hitch. Perfect central hub for our exploring of the area all the way up to Copper Harbor. 100% Would absolutely book again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W., Victor NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation stay
Sweet comfortable little home. Clean and cozy. Convenient to MTU trails-a big plus for a Nordic ski family! Hosts were gracious and easy accessible. Would recommend highly!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week in the Keweenaw!
Great location! Very comfy bed. Nice back patio with fire pit. Nice and clean. This was the second time staying here and will come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home on a quiet street very near campus
We stayed her for 5 days while we moved out Husky into their apartment. Campus was very close and easy to get to on the back roads (especially important with the Route 41 construction right now!) Even being this close to campus and town the street is very quiet. We slept with the windows open and it was not a problem. The house has everything you need inside and a beautiful and private backyard with a grill and a great fire pit set up. If I could change anything, I would wish for a 1/2 bath upstairs by the bedroom. Creaky stairs in the middle of the night was not my favorite. But, in a house this old, that would be highly unusual. Communication with our host was easy and quick. We had some confusion when we came to check in and they returned our call immediately. We would definitely stay her again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home base for MTU or exploring the area
We stayed here for move in weekend at MTU. The location to campus was perfect. We had a bit of a hiccup getting into the house but the owner was quick to fix it. Kitchen was nice to make meals to avoid crowded restaurants. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Keewenau base camp
This comfy little house was so much better than a hotel. It was wonderful to have a kitchen so we could eat at home and have more time to explore, and sitting around the fire pit in the quiet tree filled neighborhood felt almost like camping!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very nice but I could see issues if it was any hotter given the lack of A/C. The beds were very comfortable and the backyard was my favorite part of the property. The bathroom was in an awkward location and quite small, having to go through the living room and kitchen in order to access it; but it was very clean and we never had any water issues. Great place to stay while in Houghton!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway!
This home is located in a very quiet neighborhood. Close to great amenities and MTU. My husband and I are from the Copper Country and were home to visit family. Property was spotless and you can see owners are doing updates. Patio is perfect. I would recommend this home any day!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house
This property is very clean and is well-appointed. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals. Upstairs is a large bedroom including a work table. I worked remotely throughout my stay and the table worked well for that. The wi-fi is reliable. The house is in a quiet neighborhood that is walker-friendly. I took walks regularly to the MTU campus and downtown. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect to kick back and relax
The house is small but was absolutely perfect for us. The kitchen is stocked with pretty much every utensil you could think of; entire house was spotless; internet was reliable; modern conveniences with a cottage feel. There is nothing negative we can say about it.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Little House in Houghton!
This house is just right for a vacation in Houghton! It is charming, quiet, very well equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay including things such as scissors, sunscreen, & toys for kids! The location is just perfect if you love hiking, hopping downtown or on the 41. It was easy to keep clean with loads of cleaning supplies, fresh sheets, towels, garbage bags & good old broom & dustpan. The owners were good with communication before during & after my stay. I am SO glad my friend, a local in Houghton, found this house. It was a much more enjoyable & a way better value than being in a hotel.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Saint Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
The basics
A very basic but comfortable house. Great location. The host was very responsive when we encountered a sticky situation. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020