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Explore 80 vacation rentals in Houghton

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Houghton vacation rentals start at G$16,736 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 30 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
80 of Houghton vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Houghton stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Houghton
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Home on MTU XC Ski Trails
Located on the Michigan Tech XC Ski Trails, you can ski out the back door. Take a short ungroomed trail to the classic ski trails, or walk down the road to the Mill Road TrailHead to access premier skate skiing 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.
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Guesthouse w/Heated garage/Fib intern/EV near MTU
Welcome to our 2023-built guest house, designed for your comfort. Enjoy in-floor heating, top-of-the-line appliances, full kitchen, garage. Relax on the patio with a gas grill. Stay connected with high-speed fiber optic internet, perfect for streaming or working. Just 5 minutes from MTU, Downtown, the Portage Canal, ski and bike trails. A golf course is close by, and grocery stores are a 7 min - drive away. Nestled in a serene neighborhood with pine and birch trees, enjoy nature's tranquility.
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Sandy Paws Cottage
Welcome to Sandy Paws Cottage. Best location in town!!! Property has over 110 5-star reviews! Property description: 3 bedroom , 2 bath open floor plan house. Entire home is handicap accessible. Wrap around porch offers water view with amazing sunrise and sunset views. Great views from every window in the house. Gourmet kitchen, flat screen TVs in main living area and bedrooms, large dining area, pool table, 2 gar attached garage, large manicured yard. Snowmobile trail access is 100’ away!!
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Kerban's Overlook
Nice, clean apartment just 5 minutes from Michigan Tech and a view of Portage Lake (lake access too!). One stall of garage parking available so you can go right from car to apartment without dealing with the snow. The driveway is plowed. Wifi, heat, keurig coffee selection included. Washer and dryer are in the spacious bathroom with a shower. Full kitchen and electric fireplace. Stairlift from garage. Queen sized bed with additional pullout couch (about full sz) and toddler bed.
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Northern Bungalow with Fireplace
Step inside this cozy one-bedroom bungalow to relax while within walking distance of Michigan Tech (5 min. walk). Offering a full kitchen and a living room with a chaise couch that can sleep two small children or one additional adult. A natural gas fireplace in the living room to warm your toes after a long day of exploring. A full bathroom with a stackable washer/dryer. Portable A/C in the bedroom and 2 fans. Only 10 minutes from MTU ski trails and 8 blocks from downtown Houghton.
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High Rock Cabin- 200 ft to trail 17! Close to town
Welcome to our “High Rock Cabin”. This centrally located tiny house is right by the trails. Set in the woods, but only a couple miles from Hancock/Houghton! One main floor bedroom with queen bed, and a loft with two full beds. Please be aware that there is a spiral staircase to access the loft. No smoking in cabin. Will be a $250 fee if smoking is detected. Also, pets must be approved by owners. Will entail an additional pet fee. There is plenty of parking, enough room for a trailer!
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Waterfront in Houghton
This 4 bedroom 2 bath home is located next to chutes and ladders located on portage canal next to Houghton beach, Chutes & Ladders, and Houghton public docks. Home is a short walk to Michigan Tech and historic downtown. There are two kayaks and 2 bikes available for you to use and explore the canal or downtown. We love dogs and do welcome them but do charge extra. Please send me any questions. Auto booking opens 1 year in advance. please do not send a request earlier.
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Brand New Modern Waterfront Home
Our stylish mokki (Finnish cabin) is the perfect place for your Keweenaw vacation! This brand-new Scandinavian modern design waterfront home is conveniently located right outside Hancock on the snowmobile/ATV trail and the portage canal. Minutes away from Mont Ripley Ski Hill, Michigan Tech University, local cross-country ski trails, the Houghton Co. Airport, and Lake Superior, this home has all you need to enjoy the amazing outdoor landscape of the Copper Country!
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Lodge Home on Tech Trails
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Located 1 mile from Michigan Tech, 2.5 miles from downtown, and right next to the Tech Trails, this property affords direct access to over 600 acres of world class nordic skiing, hiking and biking - all right outside the door! With a warm luxury lodge-like feel, wood fireplace, sauna, finished lower level (including a Ping Pong table) and a large private yard surrounded by woods, it's perfect for couples, families, or larger groups.
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103 - Downtown Houghton-Canalside & Walking Path
Visiting Michigan Tech? Couples getaway? Business trip? This is the perfect place in downtown Houghton for your needs! Perfect spacious place for 2 with so much to do right out the front door! Walking distance to restaurants, shopping, parks, public library and more! Access to the waterfront walking path is in the parking lot. Enjoy the beauty of the Portage Lift Bridge! Visiting with friends? Check out our other suite listing next door!
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The Retro Roost: Walk to MTU and Downtown Houghton
- Walking distance to MTU campus, Jim's grocery store, downtown Houghton, and 20 miles of ski/bike/hike trails - Retro, cozy and private one-bed/bath unit with a kitchenette and attached garage Park in the garage and walk directly into the unit! Hosts Adam and Jana live upstairs with their family and dogs. There is a cot, and a fold out couch in addition to a queen size bed, for extra sleepers, if needed.
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Peaceful lakefront cabin with sauna, fenced yard
Lake Superior front cabin with large fenced yard, 2 main floor bedrooms and spacious bedroom loft, custom wood fired barrel sauna. Easy access off US41 between Baraga and Chassell in Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula. Fully appointed kitchen, full bath with tub/shower, washer and dryer and wood fireplace. A little piece of tranquil heaven on the greatest Great Lake! Dogs are very welcome! $25 dog fee
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Popular amenities for Houghton family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

LaRose Wellness Retreat-Entire Retreat
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Relaxing Lakeside Home 5 Brdm 7 Beds *HOT TUB*
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The Farmhouse At Aura Orchards
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The Blue Boathouse Lake Michigamme
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Lovely Place - Prime Location/Near Trails/Hot Tub
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Lake Superior Luxe • Soak in the View + Hot Tub
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Luxury Lake Home
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Luxury Retreat | Hot Tub, Sauna, Game Room, Trails
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Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Copper Suite on a Lake Superior Rock Cove
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KE Group Stay w/Bar-Trail Access, Walk 2 Food, Pet
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On the waterfront with everything!
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Comfortable apartment next to the Lift Bridge
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Keweenaw Peninsula 2 bedroom cottage on the lake.
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Tech house Close to MTU/Downtown/Shopping/Trails
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Rustic, yet Modern Trailside Cottage/MTU 2.3 Miles
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A Keweenaw Hidden Gem - 240 Acre Nature Retreat
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Family-friendly home rentals with Wifi

Otter House
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*Studio 15* Studio Apartment in West Hancock
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Warm and inviting home in Houghton!
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Luxury Stay DT Houghton 2 Bed, 1 Bath Suite C
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Houghton Canal Retreat
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Shipping Container close to Houghton
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Private Studio Apartment on Portage Lake
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Cozy 2 BR home- Right on the snowmobile trails!
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When is the best time to visit Houghton?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | G$44,559 GYD | G$48,324 GYD | G$39,747 GYD | G$42,258 GYD | G$41,630 GYD | G$43,931 GYD | G$52,090 GYD | G$50,416 GYD | G$44,559 GYD | G$45,186 GYD | G$44,768 GYD | G$44,768 GYD |
| Avg. temp | -9°C | -8°C | -4°C | 3°C | 10°C | 15°C | 18°C | 18°C | 14°C | 7°C | 0°C | -6°C |
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