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Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU!

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In the heart of downtown Houghton, The Portage Centre is a spacious retreat that honors the area's rich ice hockey tradition. This fully remodeled luxury home offers guests exclusive use of its main floor, complete with 3 beds and 3 baths. Enjoy easy access to local attractions like Jack Stevens snowmobile trail and Portage Canal.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU!

  • The Portage Centre is spacious, perfect for entertaining & tastefully remodeled to pay tribute to the area’s rich ice hockey tradition.i

    The Portage Centre is the foremost destination for adventure seekers, & large families as it sits at the gateway to the Keweenaw, & is located just steps from the famed Jack Stevens snowmobile trail and Portage Canal.

    The building has a long history as The General Glass Company, but the owners recently purchased the building to create the Portage Centre. The Portage Centre is a fully remodeled 3 bed/3 bath luxury home. The guest area consists of the entire 1750 sf main floor while the basement was retained by the owner for storage, caretaker apartment and is inaccessible to guests.

    While staying at The Portage Centre, guests do not share spaces or amenities with anyone else. The property is located along Hancock Street (US41) and is in the middle of everything. If you are a light sleeper there is a chance the traffic noise could wake you in the front bedroom. The Master bedroom is located in the rear of the building and traffic will not affect most sleepers. That said, we are in the middle of everything and you can walk to most everything in downtown Houghton and Hancock!

    A portion of all bookings will be donated to support local youth hockey.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

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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 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please place any used towels in the laundry baskets.
Please wash any dishes you may have used and/or start the dishwasher.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Cashless transactions are available
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 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

About the area

Hancock is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Superior and Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center, while A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and Houghton County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Mine Shaft and Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Visit our Hancock travel guide
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Hancock, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton, MI, USA - Oct 3,2020:The Portage Lake Lift Bridge connects the cities of Hancock and Houghton, was built in 1959.
    Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Michigan Technological College Houghton
    Michigan Technological University
    4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Finlandia University
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The trail to Copper Harbor
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
    20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell
    4 min drive
  • Keweenaw Brewing Company
    15 min walk
  • Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins
    18 min walk
  • La Cantina Mexican Restaurant of Hancock
    3 min walk
  • Ambassador Restaurant
    12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU! located?

Situated in Hancock, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Finlandia University and The trail to Copper Harbor. Houghton–Hancock Bridge and Husky Chair Lift are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay and loved how the park was just down the hill.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for snowmobiling. Enough parking for 2 cars, a truck and trailer and 4 sleds. The house was clean when we arrived. It is fully stocked and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Excellent Stay

Great location and a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was outstanding! We had a minor issue with getting the WiFi to work, but our host was outstanding communicating with us and even came out to fix it in a timely manner. As far as snowmobiling, it’s 1 block to the trail and 2 gas stations with very easy access.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautifully done remodel with all the amenities we required. It was perfect for our group of 6 adults with room for all. We went on a SXS tour of the area and it was within minutes from the trail system. I would recommend this and would certainly stay here upon our return to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephanie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here!!! The property was exactly as described and as the pics showed and we used every bit of it!!! All 3 bedrooms and bathrooms, the washer and dryer, dishwasher and every kitchen appliance, utensil, and dish!!! I was able to cook a full thanksgiving dinner without a hitch…The hosts were very responsive to the questions that I had and even checked in to see if all was going well. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

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

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay. The house is clean and well stocked with a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin W.

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

Amazing Stay

The setup, cleanliness, and responsiveness of hosts were all top tier for this place. We would 100% recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Wonderful place.

Great place. Clean, modern, nicely done.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julianne A.

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

Perfect for families!

Absolutely amazing house. Had everything we needed. Amazing location and nice place!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin h.

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

Wonderful

Great place best location for snowmobiling and entertainment
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was amazing! Spacious, clean and modern. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara T.

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

5 stay

This was one of the nicest rentals we have ever stayed in. It was spotless! The rooms are huge and the kitchen is amazing! There was so much room and the bonus of 3 bathrooms was priceless for a family of 5 with 3 teens. I could not say enough good things about this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April M.

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

Perfect’

We had an absolutely lovely stay! Property was beautiful, clean, and well stocked. Couldn’t ask for anything more! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy E.

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

Wonderful Hancock stay

Great place to accommodate our family helping our daughter move into her house at Michigan Tech. Plenty of room, clean and nicely decorated with fun hockey history. Will definitely rent again! Owners very nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan N.

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

Post Christmas Trip

My family went up to the Keweenaw for a short visit between Christmas and New Years. The weather didn't cooperate but the place was fantastic. It's big, clean and great location. We will definitely stay again when we go north.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri V.

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

Snowy Thanksgiving

Well stocked, roomy, wonderfully decorated, good parking, nice fans and sound machines. We really enjoyed time as a family, places to play card games together ant to watch the game together, to cook together and to be able to take some time apart.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Terrific Property, Great Location.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The owners did a stellar job converting the business building into a home - good taste and well stocked. We liked the location too. Street noise is there, but did not impede on our stay. Check-in and check-out super easy. Thanks and we will choose this place again when we are back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Up North Luxury

Very spacious and modern. Not a bad thing to say about the property. Would definitely stay there again. Very clean and well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika H.

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

Mondo UP Adventure

Stayed with family at this lovely place. Hosts are nice as can be. Was great for my uncle, who has some mobility issues, plenty of space! Great kitchen and cute patio area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

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

Beautiful, fun, amazing location!!

Staying at this property was amazing! The location was incredibly convenient to access the downtown Hancock/Houghton area. The house itself is incredibly spacious, clean and an awesome hangout space! Check-in was incredibly fast and easy. The manager of the property responds in 5-10 minutes. I would definitely recommend staying here to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Up North Luxury

The property was amazing. Each bedroom was clean and decorated nicely. The kitchen had everything we needed for family dinners. It was close to MTU as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location! The home is beautifully renovated and walking distance to attractions. My husband and I stayed with two other couples. We all had our own room and a separate bathroom for each couple. The host is very responsive. Only negative is street noise. Bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper. Having the AC fan running in the room helped tremendously. We would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zuzana L.

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

Stunning property by lake

I can not recommend this property enough! It was so beautiful inside and every room was so spacious and decorated so nicely. The property was very clean and the bedding had crisp white sheets. It was a block away from a wonderful park that overlooked the portage. Also had fun trails to walk and so close to town and restaurants. We felt so at home and can’t not wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

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

Excellent home in Hancock

This place was wonderful, highly recommended. I ended up staying just over a week and needed to extend for a few days. Luckily it was available and the owner was really responsive and helpful. It was truly a home away from home. Super comfortable, very clean, had everything we needed and we cooked every meal. We really loved this place. Would definitely come back here if we come to the area again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024