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Home on MTU XC Ski Trails
Slopeside family fun near Michigan Technological University
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 4950 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Houghton, MI
- Place, Michigan Technological University5 min walk
- Place, Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center5 min drive
- Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge6 min drive
- Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Living Room
1 Double Murphy Bed
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Home on MTU XC Ski Trails
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
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
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed in the house or on property
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Houghton
Houghton is home to this holiday home. Gates Tennis Center and Husky Chair Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Prospector's Paradise and A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Houghton, MI
What's nearby
- Michigan Technological University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Prospector's Paradise - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Nara Nature Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
- Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins - 6 min drive
- Keweenaw Brewing Company - 5 min drive
- Library Cafe - 3 min drive
- Ambassador Restaurant - 5 min drive
- Downtowner Lounge - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Eric & Nina Ollis
Eric and Nina can often be found outside exploring the Keweenaw. They especially enjoy mountain biking in Copper Harbor, swimming in Lake Superior, and skiing at Michigan Tech. You might even be able to convince them to take you along!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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