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Modern Camp on Portage Lake

Hancock vacation home with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Beach nearby
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8842 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hancock, MI
  • Place, Mont Ripley Ski Area
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hancock

On lake.Stay at this Hancock vacation home and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Copper Hoist Chair Lift and Mont Ripley Ski Area. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are T-Bar Ski Lift and Husky Chair Lift.
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What's nearby

  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 22 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 25 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • The trail to Copper Harbor - 25 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 26 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Michigan Technological University - 27 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Library Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Drive-Thru Depot - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Quincy's Food & Spirits - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Copper Island Bagel Company - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Pilgrim River Steakhouse - ‬28 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Modern Camp on Portage Lake

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful “camp” on Portage Lake. Located just 8 miles from the Portage lift bridge you’ll find this quiet, modern lakefront vacation home is just what you need to relax and unwind. Peaceful mornings watching families of geese and ducks paddle by from the covered porch, fishing off the dock, followed by a dip in the lake during peak sun hours, and finally enjoying a campfire at dusk are just a few of the ways you can enjoy your stay! Fully stocked kitchen also includes a Keurig and a 12 cup coffee pot, cooking utensils, George Foreman, and a large outdoor flat top propane grill. Towels/washcloths, bedding, toilet paper, shampoo/bodywash/conditioner, and hand soap provided. We are available at any time during your stay should you have questions or issues arise, but a keyless entry code is provided so you may come and go at your convenience.

***2 adult kayaks, 3 kids kayaks, a pedal boat and a stand-up paddle board available for use during your stay May-Oct.***
For our winter guests, there are many local ski and snowmobile trails in the area, along with the 2 major downhill skiing/ snowboarding spots, Mt. Ripley and Mt. Bohemia. Parking can accommodate 1-2 snowmobile trailers. Snowmobile trail access can be found via the road from the house, or across the lake when frozen, but check out the trail map marked in the listing photos!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 842 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Modern Camp On Portage Hancock
Modern Camp on Portage Lake Hancock
Modern Camp on Portage Lake Private vacation home
Modern Camp on Portage Lake Private vacation home Hancock

Frequently asked questions

How close is Modern Camp on Portage Lake to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.4 mi (26-min drive) away from the Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Modern Camp on Portage Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Modern Camp on Portage Lake offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Modern Camp on Portage Lake?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Modern Camp on Portage Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Modern Camp on Portage Lake?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Modern Camp on Portage Lake have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Modern Camp on Portage Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Modern Camp on Portage Lake to downtown Hancock?

This vacation home is 7.8 mi away from Hancock.

Modern Camp on Portage Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage is very nice. Super clean. It’s on Portage Lake and pretty secluded. We didn’t see any neighbors in the week we were there. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time. The area is very peaceful. Check in was easy after we remembered code (cell service for us was not great). My wife loved the coffee bar and wants to put something similar in our house.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic cabin

The cabin was very clean and had all the amenities of home but on a northern retreat! Look forward to booking again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quinn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location on the lake! Loved all the amenities and activities available. House was well kept and super inviting. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

The C., Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

We had a fantastic stay at this VRBO! The property was exactly as described—clean, well-stocked, and super comfortable. The location was perfect, close to everything we wanted to explore but still quiet and peaceful. The host was incredibly responsive and made the check-in process seamless. We really appreciated the little touches that made it feel like home. Would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable cozy home

We enjoyed our stay at your home, it was just as advertised, clean, cozy, and comfortable. My husband especially liked the recliner chair after a long day out exploring it felt good to relax and chill. We were pleased with the communication! This was a good homebase for us as we had never been to Michigan before and wanted to do a little exploring. Thanks for sharing your place with us. We really enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin on lake

The home was clean, well layed out and easy to navigate all essentials
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brissa O.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Cozy Stay

The cabin was in a quiet area, great water views. It was a great location for our family to explore the Keweenaw Peninsula. The cabin was as described. Great communication from the owners. Would highly recommend and will keep this place in mind on our next trip to the Keweenaw. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Get Away

clean, close to houghton and had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy lakeside cottage

We rented this cottage while visiting our son at Michigan Tech. Clean, cozy, cute! The lake was so peaceful and relaxing to look at while sitting in the rocking chairs drinking coffee and also having a small bonfire. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D., Pleasant Lake, Mi.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Great location that was super clean, close to all we toured of the Keweenaw area and very cozy!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noreen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Stay

Had a great time! Cabin is very comfortable and clean. Nice location. Quiet. Lovely spot on Portage Lake. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place

This was our third time staying here. We love the location and the place! I highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend!

A greatvlitte spot for our friends group to spend the weekend! Gorgeous views all times of the day! So quiet and peaceful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evonne T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Happy

This place was the perfect place for my daghter and I. Shannon has put some very nice touches into the place, making it feel homey and comfortable with plenty of privacy. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tad H., ludington, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Labor Day Weekend @ Portage Lake

We had a great stay! Family said this was a great choice and that they would love to stay here again!! Fished off the dock(perch, sunfish, bluegill, catfish, and a 28" pike all caught off the dock; did some kayaking & paddleboarding; agate hunting @ Agate Beach & Calumet Waterworks Park Beach; Yooperlite hunting @ Calumet Waterworks Park; and a little bit of relaxing;)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden gem

Very nice place…. Awesome view of the lake. Everything ya need on-site. Not to far from town. Look forward to returning… looking forward to the sauna👍
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Honeymoon

We had a great visit . It was a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frankie & Spring M., Manistee, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

My husband, parents, and I spent 4 wonderful nights at this charming property. We absolutely LOVED it! The lake was a beautiful and relaxing setting to unwind after a day's adventures. We really enjoyed fishing off the dock and cruising on the pedal boat. The house was clean and had everything we needed for a stress free stay. The hosts were gracious enough to refund us after we had to cancel the last two days due to an unexpected death in the family, which was very much appreciated. Would highly recommend this place and hopefully we'll be back someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G., Manchester, NH, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Central location near lots to do on the Keweenaw

Found much to do on the Keweenaw, especially with Shannon's helpful book of top places to visit. Hungarian Falls hike, the very interesting Quincy Mine and MichTech Mineral Museum, and McLain State Park are within 20 minutes and the hikes, kayaks and beaches of Copper Harbor are about one hour. If you want to venture further, the scenic drive to Pictured Rocks is a manageable 3 hours. Our first time to UP--we enjoyed everything and learned so much. Always pleasant to come back to this lovely cottage on a beautiful, quiet, dark lake. If it's clear check out the Milky Way. Beautiful! Great getaway!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing Frenzy!

Grandkids fished from dawn to dusk and then some. They caught tons, including a 6 inch crawfish! Such a relaxing setting with lots of watercraft available for everyone. Loved our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Superb Cottage

Shannon and Craig's place is a perfect headquarters for exploring the Keewenaw. The cottage is cozy with great views of the lake. My kids had a blast paddling around in the kid kayaks. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Cozy and clean. Not to far from MTU.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023