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Home on MTU XC Ski Trails

Ski-in/ski-out vacation home near Michigan Technological University

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Terrace/patio
Interior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, computer monitors

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 4950 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Houghton, MI
  • Michigan Technological University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Houghton

Near the slopes.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Michigan Technological University and Prospector's Paradise. Nara Nature Park and Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Michigan Technological University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Prospector's Paradise - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nara Nature Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Library Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 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.

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

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Property amenities

Ski

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

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • 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
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 950 square feet

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

Rules

No snowmobiles, ATVs or ORVs allowed on the property. No power sports gear/outerwear in the house due to fumes/odors.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed in the house or on property

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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
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Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Private vacation home Houghton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Home on MTU XC Ski Trails to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.3 mi (18-min drive) away from the Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Home on MTU XC Ski Trails have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Home on MTU XC Ski Trails to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.6 mi (23-min drive) from Breakers Beach and 18 mi (30-min drive) from Calumet Waterworks Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Home on MTU XC Ski Trails offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Home on MTU XC Ski Trails?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Home on MTU XC Ski Trails?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Home on MTU XC Ski Trails have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Home on MTU XC Ski Trails have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Home on MTU XC Ski Trails to downtown Houghton?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Houghton.

Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne/Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful hosts, helpful and responsive, great location very close to the mich tech trails. Kitchen very well stocked, with good quality cookware. We really enjoyed using the fire ring for smores, and grilling our dinner on their backyard gas grill. Even though it is not far from MTU campus, the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. We really enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute & perfect home that’s very conveniently located for a visit to Michigan Tech / Houghton area. Definitely would stay here again! Only suggestion I’d have is to upgrade the keyed door lock to a coded lock.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great base for adventures in the Copper Country

We thoroughly enjoyed our five nights here!The house is the ideal base for adventures in the Copper Country: a big open upstairs with two comfortable beds and plenty of room, a comfortable living room, a nicely equipped kitchen, and a wonderful patio with a great gas grill. The bathroom is about as good as can be in an older house like this – small but functional.We were pleasantly surprised at how well supplied the kitchen was: all the necessities, but also coffee, ingredients for s’mores, and more. A great touch!Check-in was easy – a message from the owners with the lockbox code, and a key on the lockbox. The owners had prepared a very nice guide to the house and the area. The street was nice and quiet, but the location is just a few minutes’ drive (or a lovely half-hour walk) to downtown Houghton.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a very nice and cozy place love the cleanliness, and the amenities that were provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Our Weekend Visit

Really nice place to stay for our quick winter trip up to visit family. The neighborhood is very quiet, which was great. Wish it would've been summer to enjoy the nice back patio and mountain bike trail access.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were very responsive to any questions. Quick responses.! Beds were comfortable. Nicely kept rental. AND great location - just up the street is the main town. A group of young men stayed here and thoroughly enjoyed the area and the snow boarding at Mt Bohemia.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ski, Bike, Ski

We had a great stay at the property. The house is exactly what is described and located in a great location. We skied from the nearby trailhead and snow shoed from the house. We also downhill skied at Mt Ripley and skied and fat tire biked in Calumet. The house has a ski bench in the garage and you can store bikes there as well. Kitchen is well supplied and we made all our dinners at the house. We really enjoyed our stay. also, as a Lake Superior sailor I enjoyed the nautical charts on the walls!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Healther W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter wonderland

We stayed for MT Baja race weekend. It was the perfect location. Cute and comfortable place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

dale k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Getaway

I came to the U.P. to do some silent sports and relax. Eric's house fit all my needs. It was convenient to downtown, easy access to trails, simple, and clean. They even provided a waxing bench in the garage. Super comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Houghton

We have stayed at this property before and have always found it comfortable and very clean. Eric and Nina are responsive hosts if there is any issue. Check-in and out was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee S., GRAND MARAIS, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and quiet!!

One of the most cleanest places we have ever stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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

Jazzy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and cozy.

Overall a wonderful stay. A little smaller than expected but a good size for our family of 3.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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