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

Apartment in Hancock with kitchen and fireplace

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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 apartment

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
The current price is HK$1,280
HK$2,609 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours 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
  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

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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

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
Note from host: We provide a pack and play.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Map
Hancock, MI

What's nearby

  • The trail to Copper Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ambassador Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Cantina Mexican Restaurant of Hancock - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gino’s Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge - ‬13 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 does it cost to stay at Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU!?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Up North Luxury w/Unmatched Charm! 2 miles to MTU! on 17 Nov 2025 start from HK$1,280.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Located in the heart of Hancock, this apartment building 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

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful. Plenty of space. The beds and other furniture are very comfortable. Fred and Maria are wonderful hosts. They thought of everything to make your stay comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristine l.

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

Perfect Location!

This location was walking distance to downtown Houghton and a nice river walk as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Les S.

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

Great place to stay in the UP

Overall we enjoyed this rental - it is very modern and spacious. We had 5 adults and our dog here for four nights. We made and ate most of our meals here since one of us has to be extremely careful to eat only gluten free foods and it was well equipped to prepare, cook and eat in. I recommend this to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

So much space!!!

We loved this property! It's much bigger than it appears in the photos. The home is well stocked with quality kitchen wares, gorgeous furniture, and comfy beds & pillows. Our stay consisted of utilizing the house as a home base while we visited family, friends, and hit hit the beaches so the location was perfect!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Prompt responses and nicely maintained property

We enjoyed this property. All written communication was replied to immediately . The keypad was froze with the front door key when we arrived and the property manager came immediately and was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

deb l.

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

Great stay for new Husky family

The house was immaculate and perfect for our long weekend dropping our son off at MTU. Don’t let the lack of central air deter you. The A/C units in each bedroom were more than adequate to give you a nice cool night of sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

As expected

Great property, as expected from the description, pictures, and previous renters reviews. There is a lot of road noise and snowmobile action constantly but we knew what we were getting into with that. I don’t think you could stay any where in town and get away from that. We were visiting MTU’s campus, property is very close. Property owners were excellent with communication and promptly responded to messages. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Great location, very comfortable.

We enjoyed this location a lot. Convenient to everything. Beds are probably the most comfortable VRBO ones we’ve stayed in. Only draw back is noise level (it’s on a busy street) but owner provided white noise machines. If you need total quiet, not for you but we all slept very well. Clean, well appointed and everything worked. We liked the local restaurants too (Forge brisket place was excellent, as was La Cantina which is in walking distance). Showers were quite nice (tiled and large). Pat’s grocery was excellent too. We did nerdy sightseeing (alike the Dredge) and some nice hiking (lots of waterfalls). Great weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Martha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Property in a good location close to everything.Very clean, well appointed and a great amount of space. The only down side was the traffic noise was very loud. Thankfully they had a sound machine in the front bedroom, but they could use one in every bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property and perfect location learn Michigan Tedh and town
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

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

Hancock Stay

The home was very well appointed. It is a very short walk to a park and a bike/hiking trail. The place is air conditioned throughout. It is an unusual building, but the inside is very pleasant and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

It’s a repeater!

Such a great wonderful stay! We can’t wait to visit again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny F.

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

Houghton Weekend Stay

Had a great weekend stay here after picking up our son from MTU camp. The location was great for exploring the town and the Keweenaw peninsula. The house had everything we needed, a very well stocked kitchen, it was really clean and comfortable for the adults and the kids. The road noise in the front bedroom was manageable with fans. Excellent communication experience with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyson T.

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

Convenient and Clean

The property was clean, as the photos depict. It's in the heart of downtown, so very close to the university, dining, etc. However, convenience comes at the expense of heavy truck and snowmobile noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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

Hancock stay

As mentioned in the listing the property is not much of a looker, BUT inside it is wonderful! Very well equipped and a pleasure to come "home" to after a day full of activities. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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