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Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU

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A modern kitchen with light blue cabinets, a wooden dining table, and a large window. - Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU (Houghton)
A wooden door with a mirror, a wooden staircase, a bench with a patterned cushion, and a white refrigerator. - Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU (Houghton)
A cozy living room with a television on a wooden cabinet, a sofa, and a coffee table. - Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU (Houghton)
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Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU

  • This is a perfect place for vacation in the UP and is centrally located in Houghton making it very convenient to enjoy this fabulous town and its surrounding areas. It is situated about 1 mile from the MTU recreational trails where you can cross country ski on world class trails, snowshoe, mountain bike, hike, and run! Michigan Tech University is less than a mile as well as historic downtown Houghton.

    This spacious home has a full kitchen stocked with dishes, utensils, pots and pans, baking utensils, stove, coffee pot -- everything you need to cook all meals. There are three bedrooms in the house. Two bedrooms have queen beds and the third bedroom has two twin bed. The upstairs living space is very large and has a sectional sofa as well as a daybed, 2 twin beds, and TV. The sectional sofa pulls out into a full size bed with a comfortable pillow top that can sleep up to 2. The day bed pulls out into either 2 twin beds or 1 king size bed and can sleep up to 2. We also have two twin beds in addition. For a total of 5 beds in the upstairs living space. The TV access includes Netflix as well as Amazon prime.

    This is a wonderful home for families, friends, and the adventurers looking for a cozy, clean place to stay while feeling at home. Located within reach of all Houghton has to offer and a central hub for Keweenaw exploration - you can't go wrong!

    Self check-in and check-out make guests stay one step easier. Late night checking in is not a problem. Guests have full access to their half of the town house and the other side is bookable for bigger parties, please ask if you are interested!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • 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
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used

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Check-in

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

There are two flight of stairs in the house you will need to climb to access different spaces.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have a crib, highchair, and protective gates.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Houghton, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and Houghton County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Houghton–Hancock Bridge and Quincy Mine. Travelling with kids? Consider Mine Shaft, or check out an event or a game at Gates Tennis Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling. Visit our Houghton travel guide
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Houghton, MI

What's nearby

  • A river with a city skyline in the background, featuring several buildings and a dock.
    Michigan Technological University
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A bridge over a river with surrounding residential buildings and a lit-up tower.
    Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mine Shaft
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • beach near East Houghton Waterfront Park
    5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    20 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    14 min walk
  • Culver's
    17 min walk
  • Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins
    14 min walk
  • La Cantina Mexican Restaurant of Hancock
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Koivu Koti: Houghton “birch house” near trails/MTU located?

This family-friendly Houghton holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Houghton–Hancock Bridge, Mine Shaft and A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum. Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center and Michigan Technological University are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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