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Waterfront Getaway • Kayaks • Fire Pit • Dock

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A lakeside seating area with four chairs and a central fire pit.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a brick fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink.
A living room with a brick fireplace, two sofas, a recliner, a flat-screen TV, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden front porch with a white door, a potted plant, and a 'hello' mat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Hancock, MI
  • Place, Portage Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Waterfront Getaway • Kayaks • Fire Pit • Dock

Relax with the whole family/group in this clean, newly updated home on Portage Lake. Located about 8 miles from Hancock, 6 to the airport. 15-20 minutes to MTU. Private lakefront property with a large back deck and yard to spend quality time with friends and family.
Close to Dreamland snowmobile trail, we have plenty of room for parking/trailers.

Large parking area for trucks w/trailers and snowmobiles

-3 bedrooms (2 queen & 2 twin beds) plus 1 pulldown murphy bed in the living room)
- full kitchen with all appliances
-living & dining areas
-2 full bathrooms w/towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap, etc
-washer & dryer
Back deck, yard and dock can all be used and enjoyed!
Ample parking for trucks/trailers.
RV hookups (sewer, water, electric) for an additional fee.

Summer-
We have youth kayaks and 2 paddle boards that can be used. Please use life jackets and be safe in and on the water. We are not liable for any injuries that may occur.

Winter -
road access to snowmobile trails. The Dreamland snowmobile trail (open when the lake is frozen) is about 1/4 mile from home. Mt. Ripley ski hill is a 10 minute drive. Mt. Bohemia is a 55 min drive.
-No commercial activities, illegal activities, or subletting are allowed.

-The number of guests must match the reservation. This can be changed up until the day of check-in.

-No visitors without approval—only registered guests may access the property.

-Pets are strictly prohibited—no exceptions. This includes emotional support animals (Incurs a $500 fine).

-No smoking or vaping indoors. Smoking and vaping are allowed outdoors, but guests must clean up after themselves. Cannabis use is prohibited anywhere on the property.

-Late check-outs without prior approval may result in a charge of $35 per hour, as cleaning schedules must be maintained for incoming guests.

-ATV`s & Snowmobiles: Guests must not ride on neighboring private property and should go directly to and from the trails. We value maintaining a good relationship with our neighbors, and guests are expected to respect their property and privacy.

-No Loud music or noises- respect the neighbors.

-No refunds for appliance, hot tub, sauna, or game failures (if applicable). No refunds for internet or power outages.

-Violation of these terms may result in eviction without refund and/or fines.

-Use common sense and respect of neighbors and property.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Portage Lake. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The holiday home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Portage Lake and 14 minutes by car from Torch Lake
As a guest of Waterfront Getaway • Kayaks • Fire Pit • Dock, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

-No commercial activities, illegal activities, or subletting are allowed. -The number of guests must match the reservation.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
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.

Property is also known as

397565

Waterfront Getaway • Kayaks • Fire Pit • Dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Clean! Easy and convenient amenities! I only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026