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Trailside | Game room | Sauna & Hot tub | Next to Snowmobile & Boat Rentals

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hancock, MI
  • Mont Ripley Ski Area
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Husky Chair Lift
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Hancock

With a stay at this cabin in Hancock, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Michigan Technological University and Copper Hoist Chair Lift. .This beach cabin is 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Lake Superior and 0.7 mi (1 km) from Mont Ripley Ski Area.

What's nearby

  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Prospector's Paradise - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Trailside | Game room | Sauna & Hot tub | Next to Snowmobile & Boat Rentals

Located just steps away from DB motorsports in Hancock, and just across the lake from MTU, is the perfect spot to unplug and enjoy the beauty of the Keweenaw. With direct access to Portage Lake, you'll be able to take in the majesty of this breathtaking lake and the surrounding recreation trail.

**Location:**
- Cabin #3 (this listing)
- Steps away from DB Motorsports in Hancock.
- Across the lake from MTU.
- Direct access to Portage Lake.
- Next to the snowmobile/ATV/Recreation trails.

**Amenities (shared among the 5 cabins):**
- Sauna
- Hot Tub
- Game Room
- Kayaks provided (free to use).
- Private owned beach.
- Night of stargazing on the waterfront.
- Lots of parking.
- Close proximity to restaurants and shopping.
- Outdoor Firepit
- Gas Grill available
- Picnic tables near the water
- Bikes in the summer
- see the listing for more

**Activities:**
- Next to the snowmobile/recreation trail.
- Summer pontoon boat and Jet ski rentals from DB Motorsports next door.
- Winter snowmobile rental next door.
- Half mile from Mont Ripley ski area.
- One hour from Mount Bohemia.

**Cabins:**
- 5 cabins available on site.
- Rent all 5 for reunions or family get-togethers.
- Cabins 3 & 4 are connected but don't have an interior door between them.

**Additional Information:**
- This property is not secluded, you may meet people staying in other cabins. Many have become friends with each other.
- Potential for Noise
- Recreation trail nearby; possible noise, especially during snowmobile season.

**Restrictions:**
- No pets due to allergies (no exceptions).
- No smoking or vaping.

Enjoy an exciting stay next to the snowmobile trail and enjoy the many winter and summer activities in the Keweenaw. Have your choice of summer pontoon rental from DB Motorsports or rent a snowmobile for winter fun. The cabin is a half mile from Mont Ripley ski area and only an hour from Mount Bohemia.

Perfect for a water-loving group, you'll find kayaks provided for your convenience. You can also take advantage of the private owned beach to freshen up after a day of Water sports and exploration. Wind down your day with a night of stargazing on the gorgeous waterfront.

Plus, enjoy lots of parking and close proximity to restaurants and shopping. Get the best of both worlds while staying at Keweenaw Waterway Cabins and experience everything the Keweenaw has to offer—from rental boats and snowmobiles to ski hills and shops!

There are 5 cabins on this site - rent all 5 for your reunion or family get-together!

On Portage lake across from Michigan Tech University.
Right on the snowmobile/ recreation trail. 1/2 mile from Mont Ripley Ski area. 1 hour from Mount Bohemia.

-A rental agreement (along with a form for a security deposit "hold" of $350.00) must be signed within 24 hours of booking. A link to e-sign the agreement will be sent via message after your reservation is confirmed. Failure to sign the rental agreement will result in cancellation of your booking.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a hot tub and a sauna. This cabin also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

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Trailside | Game room | Sauna & Hot tub | Next to Snowmobile & Boat Rentals Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location right on snowmobile trail
Very well run and beautiful place to stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay in a Perfect Location!
We had a wonderful time at this rental property! The location was absolutely ideal – close to campus and right on the Portage. It was so convenient for getting around and exploring the area and MTU's Winter Carnival. The property itself was everything we could have asked for. It was impeccably clean, nicely furnished, and had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. We felt right at home.Highly recommend this rental for anyone looking for a great place to stay in the area. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R. M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Snowmobiling Stay!
Property was clean, well maintained, several extras like coffee bar and snacks, and easy to find. Great location next to the trail for snowmobiling and lots of parking for trailers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Epic and Extreme Winter Fun
Had a great time and stay. Snowmobiling, skiing and ice fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Money!
This place is absolutely perfect. Cabin #4 was incredibly clean and cozy. We were up visiting our son who plays football at MTU, and felt right at home. The game room, hot tub, and sauna was definitely an added bonus. That will come in handy during future stays for ski trips as well. This is a must stay for anyone visiting the Houghton/Hancock area. Kari and her husband now have lifelong customers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KERRIE B., CARMEL

Liked: Cleanliness
Neat place
Place seemed pretty new and had everything it shows in the listing. The arcade/sauna/hot tub area is neat as well as the beach. Owner is very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
MTU Parents weekend visit
I have stayed at several different rentals in this area during my many visits to my son at MTU and this one was my favorite. Not only was the cabin beautifully appointed, but the location was lovely. Little Sandy Beach on the shore of the waterway with wonderful views of the campus in the bridge. Really showed off Houghton and Hancock. The game room was such a delight. Maybe next time will remember our swimsuits for the hot tub and song. Beautiful beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Clean, great location, and equipped with everything I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Central location
Location was great, unit was nicely appointed and had a little spot along the portage to sit and watch the water go by.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
I didn't stay but I had employees up there for a construction project. They said the place was nice and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Houghton Mi
Great rental. Would recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trailside Lakeside cabin
Cabin was very clean! My family and I enjoyed our stay, the sauna, hot tub and game room was very nice and clean! Will definitely comeback when we’re in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S., Lansing, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
The property and location were perfect for our visit to the UP
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
I did not stay, but my guys that were working on the Taco Bell remodel did. They said it was a great cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific Stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
This was an awesome hidden gem. Will stay here everytime from now on!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Snowmobile trip
Nice place, everything was new.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and well kept.
Very nice cabin. Seems to be newly remodeled.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023