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Calm Waters Cabin: RELAX-sauna & jacuzzi tub RECREATE-water & snowmobile trials

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
  • Place, Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Calm Waters Cabin: RELAX-sauna & jacuzzi tub RECREATE-water & snowmobile trials

Our 3000 sq.ft. log home is located on Portage Lake (just 9 miles from Houghton). Our peaceful home sits in a bay waiting for your arrival. All four seasons present an opportunity to have a wonderful getaway. Nothing compares to the tranquil experience of waking up by the water. Your morning coffee can be savored on one of our three outdoor covered porches as you watch various wildlife come alive (whitetail deer, otters, eagles, ducks, loons, birds, squirrels etc.). On cool mornings you can enjoy the beautiful view in the warmth of the cozy cabin with a burning fire.

During beautiful UP summer days this is a great place for swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, boating, fishing, and campfires. In the winter months there is access to snowmobile trails (1/4 mile away) , ice fishing, snowshoeing, and down hill & cross country skiing, In all four seasons you can find biking and hiking trails nearby. Take time to visit the Quincy Mine and the Keweenaw Historic National Park, shop in downtown, and eat at delicious UP restaurants. MTU is also only 11 miles away.

On indoor days our cozy cabin has books, games, and is connected to the outside world through Shorewaves wifi and Dish TV. You can keep yourself comfortable with central air in the summer and a propane fireplace & furnace in the winter. Our kitchen is fully equipped and we do our best to provide a few initial staples for your arrival (salt, pepper, seasonings, pan spray, toilet paper, & soaps). Nothing beats NOT having to pack any linens and bedding...our Restonic beds are all ready for you to rest your head. Prior to doing so, the sauna and jacuzzi tub can help you unwind at the end of the day. A washer and dryer is available for lightly soiled loads.

We do ask that our home is enjoyed by our guests and not large groups. Make this retreat a place to create heart warming memories with family/friends at Calm Waters Cabin!

-3 bedrooms: King bed with lake view & dish TV, Queen bed with dish TV, Queen bed with DVD player & good selection
-Loft: two twin beds overlooking dining area, ONLY for capable guests who can climb a ladder at your own risk
-2 full baths including a jacuzzi tub and electric sauna
-Spacious living room with lake view & dish TV
-Rec room with sitting area, card table, puzzles, dart board, and space to do cartwheels
-Spacious dining room with lake view, dining tables seat 10 with additional 3 at snack bar
-Stocked kitchen with lake view & surrounding windows, electric stove, microwave, dishwasher, Keurig, coffee pot, toaster, hand mixer, pots & pans, etc.
-3 covered porches: driveway side, lake side off the dining room, & by the water off the bunk house
- Warm weather months only: Row boat with oars; paddle boat; two kayaks with oars; paddle board with oar; an assortment of life jackets are provided and required
- corn hole game, crossnet game, beach toys.
- Large Charcoal Grill
- Great quiet street for walks, strollers, 2 miles from end to end with dead end cul-de-sacs on each end

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Watch children closely near water & loft ladder.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please put all watercraft, life jackets, oars, etc back where you found them, do not leave on shore vulnerable to waves. Life Jackets, oars and miscellaneous toys are in the beachside bunk house.
Please put trash in provided trash bags into garbage bins near garage; Garbage day is Friday morning curbside; If you arrive and garbage bins are at end of driveway, please bring back for your use.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Feel free to contact me at anytime with questions or concerns. Always remember safety comes first.
This is our vacation home so please care for and respect it like it's your own. Thank you, Come again soon!!

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Hancock

Located in Hancock, this holiday home is on the beach. A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mine Shaft and Prospector's Paradise. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Hancock, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 27 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 27 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Prospector's Paradise - 31 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 32 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Nara Nature Park - 32 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Library Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Drive-Thru Depot - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Quincy's Food & Spirits - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Pilgrim River Steakhouse - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Calm Waters Cabin: RELAX-sauna & jacuzzi tub RECREATE-water & snowmobile trials pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Calm Waters Cabin: RELAX-sauna & jacuzzi tub RECREATE-water & snowmobile trials?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Calm Waters Cabin: RELAX-sauna & jacuzzi tub RECREATE-water & snowmobile trials?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Calm Waters Cabin: RELAX-sauna & jacuzzi tub RECREATE-water & snowmobile trials located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Copper Hoist Chair Lift, Mont Ripley Ski Area and T-Bar Ski Lift. Husky Chair Lift and Houghton–Hancock Bridge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views of lake from porch or dock were great. The location was great for a relaxing getaway and 5 miles from Dollar Bay and another 5 into Houghton for stores and restaurants Shelly is easy to work with and quick to respond to any questions
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Shelly Johnson

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Our large family cherishes the time we spend together. We find nothing more invigorating than enjoying the outdoors in the woods or on the water.

Why they chose this property

We love spending time at our cabin on this quiet road filled with friendly acquaintances. Drivers politely slow down and wave when you take a stroll on the road. Neighbors are outgoing but still preoccupied enjoying their own piece of paradise. There is plenty of privacy to relax and recreate.

What makes this property unique

It is hard to see our cozy log cabin from the road due to a nice tree covered drive. This gives our property a quiet private setting. Many animals show up in the yard to enjoy the peace with you. The bay protects us from rough waters and gives you a sense of calm. The cabin is set back from the water so you can enjoy playing in the yard or a campfire. The indoors and outdoors are very spacious for entertaining your family/friends!

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