Home on MTU XC Ski Trails
About this house rental
Situated in Houghton, this charming house for $230 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. 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
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Ski in / Ski out
Family friendly
Map of Houghton
Reviews
4.6/5.0
Outstanding(42 Reviews)
4.0
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.
5.0
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.
3.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
Nice location, very clean home that gives you that relaxing feeling.
5.0
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.
5.0
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!!
10.0
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!!
5.0
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!
10.0
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!
5.0
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!
10.0
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!
4.0
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!
5.0
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.
10.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
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!
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
5.0
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.
5.0
A very basic but comfortable house. Great location. The host was very responsive when we encountered a sticky situation. Thanks again.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Houghton?
The average price for a rental in Houghton is $223 per night. This rental is $7 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Home on MTU XC Ski Trails. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Home on MTU XC Ski Trails pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Home on MTU XC Ski Trails?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony / patio.
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