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Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat

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A wooden sauna room with benches, a bench at the entrance, and a small window.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a bar area with stools.
A wooden deck with a grill, outdoor table, chairs, and a red building with glass doors.
A compact kitchen with a central island, white cabinets, and blue bar stools.
A red two-story house with a wooden deck and stairs leading to a front porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Houghton, MI
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mine Shaft
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat

Large and spacious home on Portage Canal with beautiful views. Fire pit, grill, outdoor eating.
Fully equipped kitchen. Central air conditioning, WIFI, and cable TV. Rural yet close to town (3 miles from all attractions, restaurants, universities, shopping, etc.) All you need to bring is food, soaps, and toiletries. We have plenty of parking for trailers and snowmobilers machines.
Reservations are from Saturday to Saturday (June 15-30, July, and August) Sept-June 15th is a 3 day minimum stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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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:
Please leave house UNlocked and leave keys and garage door opener on the kitchen counter. Also please text me when you depart. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
$500.00 fee for smoking in home.
Please don't have your visitors/guests bring a pet to Rocky Shores Retreat. We really want it to be Pet Free for our guests who suffer with allergies.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 476207vb
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 are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

Houghton

Located in Houghton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mine Shaft and Husky Chair Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Superior and Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center. Travelling with kids? Consider A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum, or check out an event or a game at Gates Tennis Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Houghton, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Mine Shaft - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 9 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gino’s Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Roy's Pasties & Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Camp Coffee - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Houghton–Hancock Bridge, Mine Shaft, and A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum. Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts and Lake Superior are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Phil & Lori Anderson, Owners

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We're a family living a simple life in the Keweenaw Peninsula and enjoying all of its natural beauty.

Why they chose this property

It is a little bit of country close to town.

What makes this property unique

It allows us to enjoy our coffee in the morning sun, barbeques and the boat traffic from the deck, and end our day with a good ole' Copper Country sauna.

Languages:

English

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