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Kemp's Lake Front Guest House

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A spacious room with a large window overlooking a lake, a cozy seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level. - Kemp's Lake Front Guest House (Hancock)
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a view of a lake and trees. - Kemp's Lake Front Guest House (Hancock)
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a large window, and a view of a lake. - Kemp's Lake Front Guest House (Hancock)
A spacious cabin interior with a kitchen area, a dining space, and a living area with a fireplace. - Kemp's Lake Front Guest House (Hancock)
A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a view of a lake, and a wooden ceiling. - Kemp's Lake Front Guest House (Hancock)
Nestled on the beautiful lakefront of Portage Lake, this property offers a serene retreat with unmatched views of MTU and Mount Ripley. Enjoy the infrared sauna, perfect for relaxation after a day outdoors or unwind by the electric fireplace in your spacious great room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Kemp's Lake Front Guest House

  • Beautiful lake front with unmatched views of Portage Lake, MTU and Mount Ripley. Sunsets like you have never seen!! This is also a model home as I design and sell material packages for custom homes.

    1342 SQUARE FEET—TIMBERFRAME —2 MASTER SUITES— SLEEPS 6—WALK IN TILE SHOWERS—INFARED SAUNA—RADIANT INFLOOR HEATING—AIR CONDITION-ING—ELECTRIC FIREPLACE LIGHTS ONLY NO HEAT—SERTA CF4000 PLUSH MEMORY FOAM KING MATRESS-ES—PERFECT MOTION ADJUSTABLE BED BASE—65” TV WITH SOUND BAR — WASH-ER — DRYER—DISHWASHER—INFINATEY VIEWS OF THE LAKE FROM BOTH MASTER SUITES—GREAT ROOM—KITCHEN— 3-10’ PELLA LIFESTYLE QUAD SLIDING GLASS DOORS (MASTER SUITES AND GREAT ROOM) WITH BLINDS BETWEEN THE GLASS—2 PULL OUT MEMORY FOAM TWIN CHAIRS IN LOFT.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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
  • Sailing 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
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please have the laundry started when you leave. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact us first

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Contact us first
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Hancock, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center and Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mine Shaft and A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum. Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts and Prospector's Paradise are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging. Visit our Hancock travel guide
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Hancock, MI

What's nearby

  • A bridge over a river with surrounding residential buildings and a lit-up tower.
    Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • A river with a city skyline in the background, featuring several buildings and a dock.
    Michigan Technological University
    14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Portage Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
    12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters
    21 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Keweenaw Brewing Company
    11 min drive
  • Library Cafe
    14 min drive
  • Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins
    11 min drive
  • La Cantina Mexican Restaurant of Hancock
    10 min drive
  • Quincy's Food & Spirits
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kemp's Lake Front Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kemp's Lake Front Guest House located?

Located in the heart of Hancock, this holiday home is steps from Portage Lake and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Torch Lake. Copper Hoist Chair Lift and Mont Ripley Ski Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Kemp's Lake Front Guest House Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renata G.

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

Excellent location

The house was amazing it had everything we needed and the backyard is excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

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

Beautiful lake shore getaway

Our stay was just what we were looking for! On a beautiful lake, a GORGEOUS house, a sauna!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Beautiful home and location

Fantastic views of Dollar Bay, well stocked and spotless home. Beds were cozy, host was friendly and responsive - perfect stay!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Great place to stay

What a wonderful home. Our family visited for MTU graduation and throughly enjoyed our stay. Home was perfect and had every amenity to make your stay feel like home. Highly recommend! Thank you for an incredible stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan L.

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

Great Stay

The property was exceptional. The management was incredibly helpful, making it the perfect retreat to unwind after long days of sledding. Definitely a 10/10 experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Winter Carnival Weekend

The cabin was beautiful and exactly what we were looking for! The kitchen and bathrooms were fully stocked with everything you need to be comfortable and the view is amazing. Also, bonus heated floors throughout!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elora n.

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

Copper country cruising

My family of 5 stayed in this beautiful home. We enjoyed morning coffee on the patio and amazing evening sunsets. The location is perfect for day trips to see all the area has to offer. We will undoubtedly return to this magical property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Wonderful Experience

We had an amazing time at the property. Sandy, the owner, was extremely nice, attentive and communicative. Our entire group had fun enjoying the lake, dock, outside fire pits and scenery. The house is new and very well done and appointed well. We are already making plans to try to go back for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna A.

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

Perfect long weekend!

Our family was in town for a fall wedding and couldn’t have asked for a better stay. The custom home was very unique and homey, accommodations were perfect and the views were from a dream. Woke up one morning to fog that burned off the water by 10am. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maren F.

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

A picture perfect Thanksgiving

This beautiful lakefront home was the setting for a Thanksgiving to remember. Our son lives in Houghton and we wanted a place that would feel like home away from home for the holiday. I especially wanted a kitchen in which I would enjoy cooking Thanksgiving dinner - it was perfect! Everything I needed, from cookware, to mixers to utensils was right there! To top it off, even the dishes for serving were lovely! The rest of the house was full of nice touches including lovely linens, towels and plush blankets. And the view is postcard worthy!!! The house itself is beautifully designed and crafted with high-end finishes in every room. In addition to everything else, the owner, Sandy, was extremely prompt and helpful whenever I had a question. Needless to say, we all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and would love to return to this home in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Unbelievable property with great views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

Best place in Upper Peninsula Michigan

Loved the stay, the views, and everything about the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norm c.

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

Beautiful property!

We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property and highly recommended it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

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

Beautiful house and location

We had a great week. The house is beautiful and the host was very attentive when we had questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Michigan Trip

Very nice clean area, people were really friendly and the Host were very helpful with everything we needed. We will be back for a longer stay I believe.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason a.

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

Beautiful lake house

This property worked perfectly for our family. Gave us a great location to explore the area. Would recommend this five star property to anyone looking for a comfortable lake cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Beautiful home and property

Everything about this place was perfect! It was cozy and relaxing and so close to MTU campus. The view from the deck was breathtaking, and we were able to see the torchlight parade and fireworks at the end of Winter Carnival. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Family vacation

House was lovely and view was beautiful. Spent many hours just enjoying the outdoor deck-playing bags, having smores in the firepit, just drinking tea outside in the morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Wonderful Stay

Spent a lovely week here. I was a bit nervous about deciding on this property for our family vacation because it was still under construction when I made the booking but the host was very communicative and kept me informed along the way. She thought of everything in this graciously appointed home and we were very comfortable throughout our stay. This is a great spot as to start exploring the Keeweenaw Penisula.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

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

Great week in the UP

Property is as advertised. Awesome for a week stay. The house was a little hard to find the first time because you cannot see it from the road, but being secluded was a great benefit. The house had everthing we needed. Overall a great rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cottage…bed was very comfy and view was wonderful. Bathroom was huge. It was one of the most-relaxing get-aways that we’ve had in a while and the cottage owner was easy to contact with questions. There is some construction as you pull into the drive (I thought we were in the wrong place). It’s good that the cottage windows are NOT on the backside; so once you are in, you don’t see the construction—only the lovely view of the water and buildings in Houghton. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Wish we didn’t have to leave!

Beautiful home. Beautiful scenery. Nice smart TV and surround system. Got a great night’s sleep on 1 of the two very comfortable king sized beds. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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

Awesome view

Amazing rental with an awesome view. You. Won’t be disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mona lisa g.

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

Get away

This place is wonderful! Bed is comfy, living room is comfortable, both rooms have a great view of the lake. Kitchen has all the appliances you'll need. The owner is wonderfully responsive to your questions and needs. A+++ place to stay. Beautiful place, beautiful view... Hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023