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Home on MTU XC Ski Trails

Family-friendly slopeside fun near cross-country skiing

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Terrace/patio
Interior
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, computer monitors
Home on MTU XC Ski Trails provides a firepit and more. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this vacation home featuring ski-in/ski-out access. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 4950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking not allowed in the house or on property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 950 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No snowmobiles, ATVs or ORVs allowed on the property. No power sports gear/outerwear in the house due to fumes/odors.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Comfortable Small Home Michigan Tech House Houghton
Comfortable Small Home Michigan Tech House
Comfortable Small Home Michigan Tech Houghton
Comfortable Small Home Michigan Tech
Comfortable Small Michigan Te
On Mtu Xc Ski Trails Houghton
Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Houghton
Comfortable Small Home Near Michigan Tech
Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Private vacation home
Komfortabel Lite Hjem i Nærheten av Michigan Tech
Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Private vacation home Houghton

About the neighborhood

Map
Houghton, MI

What's nearby

  • Michigan Technological University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Prospector's Paradise - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nara Nature Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 18 min drive

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

Is Home on MTU XC Ski Trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Home on MTU XC Ski Trails?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home on MTU XC Ski Trails?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home on MTU XC Ski Trails located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out vacation home in Houghton is within a 10-minute walk of Michigan Technological University and Prospector's Paradise and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and sledding. Nara Nature Park and Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Home on MTU XC Ski Trails Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very nice and cozy place love the cleanliness, and the amenities that were provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Our Weekend Visit

Really nice place to stay for our quick winter trip up to visit family. The neighborhood is very quiet, which was great. Wish it would've been summer to enjoy the nice back patio and mountain bike trail access.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Healther W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter wonderland

We stayed for MT Baja race weekend. It was the perfect location. Cute and comfortable place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and quiet!!

One of the most cleanest places we have ever stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Houghton

We have stayed at this property before and have always found it comfortable and very clean. Eric and Nina are responsive hosts if there is any issue. Check-in and out was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Houghton

We really enjoyed our stay here. It was the perfect size place for a family of three and located right near downtown Houghton. The guest book had great suggestions for restaurants and fun places to go with children. We highly recommend pizza at the Ambassador and visiting the Chutes and Ladders Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners were very responsive to any questions. Quick responses.! Beds were comfortable. Nicely kept rental. AND great location - just up the street is the main town. A group of young men stayed here and thoroughly enjoyed the area and the snow boarding at Mt Bohemia.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazzy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and cozy.

Overall a wonderful stay. A little smaller than expected but a good size for our family of 3.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place, close to MTU campus

My wife and I had stayed here for Michigan Tech career fair. It's very close to the campus at a very reasonable price. House is small but perfect for a couple or a small group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend visit

It was perfect for us. Comfy and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base for adventures in the Copper Country

We thoroughly enjoyed our five nights here!The house is the ideal base for adventures in the Copper Country: a big open upstairs with two comfortable beds and plenty of room, a comfortable living room, a nicely equipped kitchen, and a wonderful patio with a great gas grill. The bathroom is about as good as can be in an older house like this – small but functional.We were pleasantly surprised at how well supplied the kitchen was: all the necessities, but also coffee, ingredients for s’mores, and more. A great touch!Check-in was easy – a message from the owners with the lockbox code, and a key on the lockbox. The owners had prepared a very nice guide to the house and the area. The street was nice and quiet, but the location is just a few minutes’ drive (or a lovely half-hour walk) to downtown Houghton.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place Close to MTU

We had a great stay visiting our son for the weekend. Enjoyed grilling a home cooked meal and s'mores with a couple of his friends. We will be back next time we visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

This quaint home was perfect for our stay-clean, quiet, well stocked and a great location. Couldn't have asked for anything better! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

dale k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Getaway

I came to the U.P. to do some silent sports and relax. Eric's house fit all my needs. It was convenient to downtown, easy access to trails, simple, and clean. They even provided a waxing bench in the garage. Super comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Swish 1.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Consistent, clean, and cozy

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ski, Bike, Ski

We had a great stay at the property. The house is exactly what is described and located in a great location. We skied from the nearby trailhead and snow shoed from the house. We also downhill skied at Mt Ripley and skied and fat tire biked in Calumet. The house has a ski bench in the garage and you can store bikes there as well. Kitchen is well supplied and we made all our dinners at the house. We really enjoyed our stay. also, as a Lake Superior sailor I enjoyed the nautical charts on the walls!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Urszula L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little vacation house

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

While it may not have privacy for parents if staying with kids, the property is charming. A historic home i imagine from the mining era. It had everything we needed to host our son and his friends for a Resurrection Sunday dinner and was only a block away! Short drive to downtown and walmart and onyl 15 minutes from the church in Dollar Bay we went to. Will definitely stay again if theyll have us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet cabin close to Houghton

This is a very well maintained and rustic cabin / small house in a quiet neighborhood just a mile or two from the bridge in Houghton. We could walk to the ski trails and had easy access to US-41 and downtown. The cabin was clean and very well cared for, had window A/C in the upstairs room, and had plenty of room for two. The neighborhood is full of trees and was quiet without being isolated. We would certainly stay again if we come back to Houghton.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Cool Miner's Cottage!

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint and close to Tech trails

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and Comfortable

Nice location, very clean home that gives you that relaxing feeling.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant Stay

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W., Clyde, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and Homey stay!

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!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W., Victor NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation stay

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022