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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Hancock, MI
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Calm Waters Cabin: RELAX-sauna & jacuzzi tub RECREATE-water & snowmobile trials

Our 3000 sq.ft. log home is located on Portage Lake (just 9 miles from Houghton). Our peaceful home sits in a bay waiting for your arrival. All four seasons present an opportunity to have a wonderful getaway. Nothing compares to the tranquil experience of waking up by the water. Your morning coffee can be savored on one of our three outdoor covered porches as you watch various wildlife come alive (whitetail deer, otters, eagles, ducks, loons, birds, squirrels etc.). On cool mornings you can enjoy the beautiful view in the warmth of the cozy cabin with a burning fire.

During beautiful UP summer days this is a great place for swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, boating, fishing, and campfires. In the winter months there is access to snowmobile trails (1/4 mile away) , ice fishing, snowshoeing, and down hill & cross country skiing, In all four seasons you can find biking and hiking trails nearby. Take time to visit the Quincy Mine and the Keweenaw Historic National Park, shop in downtown, and eat at delicious UP restaurants. MTU is also only 11 miles away.

On indoor days our cozy cabin has books, games, and is connected to the outside world through Shorewaves wifi and Dish TV. You can keep yourself comfortable with central air in the summer and a propane fireplace & furnace in the winter. Our kitchen is fully equipped and we do our best to provide a few initial staples for your arrival (salt, pepper, seasonings, pan spray, toilet paper, & soaps). Nothing beats NOT having to pack any linens and bedding...our Restonic beds are all ready for you to rest your head. Prior to doing so, the sauna and jacuzzi tub can help you unwind at the end of the day. A washer and dryer is available for lightly soiled loads.

We do ask that our home is enjoyed by our guests and not large groups. Make this retreat a place to create heart warming memories with family/friends at Calm Waters Cabin!

-3 bedrooms: King bed with lake view & dish TV, Queen bed with dish TV, Queen bed with DVD player & good selection
-Loft: two twin beds overlooking dining area, ONLY for capable guests who can climb a ladder at your own risk
-2 full baths including a jacuzzi tub and electric sauna
-Spacious living room with lake view & dish TV
-Rec room with sitting area, card table, puzzles, dart board, and space to do cartwheels
-Spacious dining room with lake view, dining tables seat 10 with additional 3 at snack bar
-Stocked kitchen with lake view & surrounding windows, electric stove, microwave, dishwasher, Keurig, coffee pot, toaster, hand mixer, pots & pans, etc.
-3 covered porches: driveway side, lake side off the dining room, & by the water off the bunk house
- Warm weather months only: Row boat with oars; paddle boat; two kayaks with oars; paddle board with oar; an assortment of life jackets are provided and required
- corn hole game, crossnet game, beach toys.
- Large Charcoal Grill
- Great quiet street for walks, strollers, 2 miles from end to end with dead end cul-de-sacs on each end
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Hancock

Located in Hancock, this holiday home is on the beach. Houghton–Hancock Bridge and Quincy Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Copper Hoist Chair Lift and Mont Ripley Ski Area. Mine Shaft and A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum 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 ice skating.
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Hancock, MI

What's nearby

  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 23 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 26 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 26 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 28 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Nara Nature Park - 31 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Library Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Quincy's Food & Spirits - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Partanen's Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Drive-Thru Depot - ‬24 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Clean, warm and cozy, great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location that was a cozy place to stay. Host was easy to contact and very helpful and welcoming. Lots to do in the area with a short drive to MTU and Mt. Ripley for skiing and tubing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krissy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very homey, in a beautiful setting, and the host was very helpful and welcoming. We were impressed with the welcome basket and hand written note. Communication was excellent and the check in process was easy. The house had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable. It was the perfect place to stay for our son’s graduation from Michigan Tech!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views of lake from porch or dock were great. The location was great for a relaxing getaway and 5 miles from Dollar Bay and another 5 into Houghton for stores and restaurants Shelly is easy to work with and quick to respond to any questions
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ivory and Jasmine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were incredibly responsive and kind - they truly thought of everything to make our stay comfortable. We were welcomed with a thoughtful treat basket, and the house itself had every amenity you could think of. The location was absolutely picturesque, and we even got to enjoy some local wildlife. It was such a peaceful, restorative trip all around. 12/10 would recommend and can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!We had an amazing stay at Calm Waters Cabin during our snowmobiling trip to the Keweenaw Peninsula. The cabin was the perfect home base for our trip. After long days out on the trails, it was exactly what we needed to come back to and relax.The location is fantastic for snowmobiling, with easy access to trails and plenty of space for gear. The cabin itself was comfortable, spacious, and stocked with everything you could need. We especially appreciated how quiet and peaceful it was.Shelly was a wonderful host—she helped with our travel plans and made the entire stay smooth and easy. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend Calm Waters Cabin for a winter getaway or snowmobiling trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg and Sarah Jo A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for respite from the hustle and bustle of city life and it was only about a 15 min drive into Hougton and Mt Ripley and about an hour (even with snowy weather and slick roads) drive to Mt Bohemia.Shelly was quick to respond when we had questions and couldn't start the fireplaced. She even had her son come out to fix it for us within a couple hours!The cabin was cozy and equipped with extra blankets, all the cooking utensils we needed to make dinners.The dry sauna was a perfect was the end a busy day of snowshoeing and skiing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gisela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely perfect! The picturesque cabin offered stunning views of the lake, and the sauna and hot tub were a great way to relax. It’s only a 15-minute drive to downtown Houghton, but the cabin is very secluded, making it a perfect getaway. My family and I will definitely be back in the near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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