Home on MTU XC Ski Trails | House in Houghton

9.6 (63 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Houghton House | Home on MTU XC Ski Trails

2 Bedroom House in Houghton

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

Home on MTU XC Ski Trails is located in Houghton. Home on MTU XC Ski Trails provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Skiing, Guest Services, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Skiing, Guest Services, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Home on MTU XC Ski Trails has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Houghton has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Houghton, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Skiing
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Christopher T.
Aug 8, 2025 12:34:11 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: 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.
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