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

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

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

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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.

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
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Nara Nature Park. You'll find features like laundry facilities and an arcade/game room. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a jetted tub.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a sauna and a playground
  • 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Michigan Technological University and 26.6 mi (42.9 km) from Lake Superior
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a sauna, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. This vacation home also features a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please put all watercraft, life jackets, oars, etc back where you found them, do not leave on shore vulnerable to waves. Life Jackets, oars and miscellaneous toys are in the beachside bunk house.
Please put trash in provided trash bags into garbage bins near garage; Garbage day is Friday morning curbside; If you arrive and garbage bins are at end of driveway, please bring back for your use.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Feel free to contact me at anytime with questions or concerns. Always remember safety comes first.
This is our vacation home so please care for and respect it like it's your own. Thank you, Come again soon!!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Watch children closely near water & loft ladder.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Reviews

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

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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