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.
A wooden door with a mirror, a wooden staircase, a bench with a patterned cushion, and a white refrigerator.
A cozy living room with a television on a wooden cabinet, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A building with a red exterior and a white sign that reads "Koivu Koti EST. 1870".
A bicycle with a basket of flowers, a wooden bench, and a lattice fence in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Houghton–Hancock Bridge

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Houghton, MI
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

+1
1 Double Futon and 4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Houghton

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 snowmobiling and sledging.
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Houghton, MI

What's nearby

  • Michigan Technological University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 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
  • ‪Library Cafe - ‬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 Isle Royale Loop are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed this property!! Super clean and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Place was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Koivu Koti is clean, comfortable, and well furnished with beautiful "antiques" (really just good furniture) as opposed to the standard Ikea fare of many places we stayed. We loved the nice linens, Merimekko decor and the absence of cheesy posters with inspirational sayings. The kitchen was well stocked with the basics. The location is great, parking is easy, all in all a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We needed a place to stay while we were in town for a golf tournament, this was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute and clean house! We had a nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay! The bed/bedding was so comfortable! We had everything we needed and plenty of room for 3 adults and 2 children. Convenient location and helpful, accommodating hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, clean and super cute.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Good communication. We will be staying there again on our next trip to Houghton.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was exceptionally clean which is always appreciated. We felt the kitchen needed a little larger table with at least two more chairs for a total of 4. The biggest drawback was all the stairs to get in and even more stairs to the living room. Didn’t like the arrangement and would not rent again due to all stairs and set up. Bedding was comfortable. A/C was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place!

Highly recommend this lodging.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was well maintained and had plenty of space for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great spot to stay. Lots of beds for sleeping, and while clear in the listing, not many places to sit and no table to sit more than two for eating or playing a game or anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very accommodating to our needs. Answered Vrbo chats on a very timely fashion. House was very cute and had enough beds and space!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were up for a spring break visit to check out MTU. Unit was more space than we needed with the extra large family room in the attic. Kitchen was great and we cooked up several breakfasts.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect. Just me and my son for a Michigan Tech event. Location was ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place To Stay With a Family

This property worked out perfectly as a jumping point to explore the surrounding area. It's located within walking distance to downtown Houghton and the setup is very compatible with having children.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay for our family

Cute, clean, and comfortable! Great location for all the fun going on in houghton.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location! Very comfortable place to stay!

I loved the location and it was the perfect place to stay while visiting my Husky at Tech! The extra conveniences (coffee beans/shampoo, etc) added to making the stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Thanks Laura! Thanks for being wonderful guests and we hope you come back again :) We are happy to provide a place where people can sit back, relax, and enjoy their visits and not have to worry about bringing the extras.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with space for everyone. Everything super clean. Really happy to have found the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf Outing Stay

Cute house! Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

During a MI Tech Visit

Had a wonderful stay, beautiful home, very clean, and close to campus. Would highly recommend:) Gracious host:)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful home

We loved staying at Koivu Koti -- the house was beautiful & extremely conveniently located, and the hosts were prompt to answer the few questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home for a Weekend in Houghton

The property is clean, well maintained, and an all around cool place to stay. The hosts were accommodating and very responsive to our inquiries. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, tidy, well-equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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