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Kemp's Lake Front Guest House

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A spacious room with a large window overlooking a lake, a cozy seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a view of a lake and trees.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a large window, and a view of a lake.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a view of a lake, and a wooden ceiling.
A spacious cabin interior with a kitchen area, a dining space, and a living area with a fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Hancock, MI
  • Place, Portage Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

Loft

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Master Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Main Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Kemp's Lake Front Guest House

Beautiful lake front with unmatched views of Portage Lake, MTU and Mount Ripley. Sunsets like you have never seen!! This is also a model home as I design and sell material packages for custom homes.

1342 SQUARE FEET—TIMBERFRAME —2 MASTER SUITES— SLEEPS 6—WALK IN TILE SHOWERS—INFARED SAUNA—RADIANT INFLOOR HEATING—AIR CONDITION-ING—ELECTRIC FIREPLACE LIGHTS ONLY NO HEAT—SERTA CF4000 PLUSH MEMORY FOAM KING MATRESS-ES—PERFECT MOTION ADJUSTABLE BED BASE—65” TV WITH SOUND BAR — WASH-ER — DRYER—DISHWASHER—INFINATEY VIEWS OF THE LAKE FROM BOTH MASTER SUITES—GREAT ROOM—KITCHEN— 3-10’ PELLA LIFESTYLE QUAD SLIDING GLASS DOORS (MASTER SUITES AND GREAT ROOM) WITH BLINDS BETWEEN THE GLASS—2 PULL OUT MEMORY FOAM TWIN CHAIRS IN LOFT.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact us first
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please have the laundry started when you leave. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2225832vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Contact us first
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Hancock

Located in Hancock, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center and Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mine Shaft and A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum. Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts and Prospector's Paradise are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Hancock, MI

What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Mount Bohemia - 57 min drive - 76.5 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gino’s Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Roy's Pasties & Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Camp Coffee - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kemp's Lake Front Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

As of 24 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House on 6 Jan 2027 start from £1,983, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kemp's Lake Front Guest House located?

Located in the heart of Hancock, this holiday home is steps from Portage Lake and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Torch Lake. Copper Hoist Chair Lift and Mont Ripley Ski Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sandy

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We have been in the vacation rental business for 25 years and currently have 5 in the Houghton and Hancock area. Our passion is to provide the best experience for our guests with high quality built homes we design and finish our selves. They are also model homes as I design and sell material packages for homes thru out the US.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful lake front with fantastic sun sets and views. Close to everything with the privacy you deserve.

What makes this property unique

The outdoor space in second to non!! You will totally enjoy the view and outdoor space!

Languages:

English

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