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Historic Coast Guard station on Keweenaw Bay, walking distance to beach!

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The Powerhouse
View from the North side of the property
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Boat view of property
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lake Linden, MI
  • Place, Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Coast Guard station on Keweenaw Bay, walking distance to beach!

Come stay at the "Powerhouse" (the 1 story house in the middle of the 3 houses) in historic White City, built in the 1930’s to supply electricity for the lighthouse that’s a short walk down the breakwater. The Powerhouse was converted into a residence and sits on a secluded 16 acre property with 2 other houses; The Captain's house and The Duplex, which used to house the lightkeepers.

You’ll find beautiful White City Beach and a free public boat launch both only a 5 minute walk from the house. One main attraction that’s in view from the house is the Keweenaw Waterway Lower Entry Lighthouse. White City is definition of a relaxing environment with tons of activities to keep everyone occupied. Pull up a chair on the breakwater and take in the views of Keweenaw Bay (Lake Superior) or grab a fishing pole. Drop in your kayak or one of our canoes at the house and take a paddle in the miles of backwaters north of the house.

Just a side note, we are quite far from the nearest supermarket (30 min.) please make sure you pack everything you need to eat/drink unless you have time to run to the store.

You can also jump in the car for an hour ride to Copper Harbor where you’ll find beautiful views and small shops to satisfy your touristy needs. Copper Harbor is known around the Midwest for its mountain biking with rental bikes available. If you're looking to relax, have fun and see everything that the UP of Michigan has to offer please come stay in our one of a kind property.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
ONLY DOGS, please clean up after your dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties or large gatherings are allowed on our property. Our property can sustain a total of 6 guests and 2-3 cars.
Absolutely no smoking in or on the property

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
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Linden

Located in Lake Linden, this holiday home is on a lake. Gates Tennis Center and Mine Shaft are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Prospector's Paradise and A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lake Linden, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton County Historical Museum - 29 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters - 33 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 41 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 44 min drive - 56.0 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 46 min drive - 57.4 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iron Horse Restaurant - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Keweenaw Berry Farm Restaurant - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Treats - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪Tactical Taco - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Greenlight Restaurant Lounge - ‬62 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Coast Guard station on Keweenaw Bay, walking distance to beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Coast Guard station on Keweenaw Bay, walking distance to beach! ?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Coast Guard station on Keweenaw Bay, walking distance to beach! on 29 May 2026 start from NZ$325, including 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 Historic Coast Guard station on Keweenaw Bay, walking distance to beach! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Coast Guard station on Keweenaw Bay, walking distance to beach! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Coast Guard station on Keweenaw Bay, walking distance to beach! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Coast Guard station on Keweenaw Bay, walking distance to beach! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Superior and within 32 miles (52 km) of Copper Hoist Chair Lift and Mont Ripley Ski Area. T-Bar Ski Lift and Husky Chair Lift are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at the CG House, we love it there.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped lovely historic rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible if you are looking for a place to reset and enjoy the quietness of the beautiful area. A warm welcoming place and host. I am already planning my next stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 3rd time at the powerhouse.As usual we enjoyed a week, everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a cool place- we had a lovely stay watching the bald eagles and humming birds. Good fishing right off the dock, and the canoes were a huge perk. The house itself is beautiful, with classic rustic touches and great amenities. Loved the DVD collection. We’re already thinking about when we can get back here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory Y.

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

Very great place to stay

This is such an interesting place. Easy walking to great beach, lighthouse and surrounded by lovely north woods. The home is well equipped and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

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

Loved it!

A fun property that offers a lot of quiet solitude. Easy walk to the beach. Have next years vacation already booked!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nedra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property! The waterfront location with wharf and dock, walking distance to the beach and lighthouse, were just superb. The house was very clean and comfortable and the kitchen well-stocked. Kristin is super responsive and kind. I can not think of a thing I would change other than the mosquitos which are beyond anyone's control.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dominick G.

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

Best property I’ve stayed at

If you love the water it does not get any better than this property. We enjoyed the house, the old boardwalk, the beach and the fishing so much. We will definitely be back next year. My son and I caught giant smallmouth bass right off the dock. The fishing was so good it made it difficult to want to do anything else. I really enjoyed learning about the history of this place, very cool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute place to stay

My family (including our dogs) had a lovely time staying here. Although I only got a single bite all week, it was very peaceful and the beach was a short walk away. The house was clean and had everything we could want for amenities. Overall it was an excellent experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris M.

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

Perfectly Peaceful

This rental is located in an absolutely beautiful area. Everything was provided for a quiet escape. The owners were very helpful and responded quickly to every question. We enjoyed exploring the beach and surrounding area as well as watching Bald Eagles and numerous other wildlife. We highly recommend this rental and this beautiful area of Michigan!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Erich O.

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

Great Place to Stay

Communication was excellent. Picture perfect place for a relaxing summer vacation. Fishing off the dock; quick, private walk to the beach and lighthouse. Fully stocked with everything you need for cooking and cleaning, you only need to provide the food. Single bathroom was not an issue for our family of 6, including 3 teenage girls.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Wonderful

We stayed with our family of 6. 2 adults and 4 kids ages 6-12. There was plenty of room for everyone. We absolutely loved the historic nature of the rental. It was so fun that our front sidewalk (pier) led straight to the lighthouse and beach down the way. Beautiful sunsets each night, this place felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcie & Emily A.

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

Experiencing History

Very comfortable, cozy stay in a historical house. So fun to walk to the lighthouse and the beach. Our son was able to drive over from Houghton to visit in less than 40 minutes. We had a nice dinner at the restaurant in Dreamland. Our daughter and golden retriever enjoyed the little swimming area and the beach. We took the canoes out on Sunday afternoon and enjoyed exploring the little islands in the Portage- complete with shipwrecks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Quiet and beautiful

Very cute house with water access for canoes or kayaks into a channel that quickly leads to Lake Superior. Well stocked with kitchen needs (cleaning supplies, pots/pans, plastic bags and foil). Short walk down the road or along the breaker wall to a sandy beach of Lake Superior. Everyone enjoyed the stay and wish we could have stayed longer. 20 - 30 minute drive away from nearest town but worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great set up for our dog

This property worked out so well for our dog which made it great for us. The beach was a short walk away so our dog could swim with us multiple times a day. We could not watch television programs but it worked out. We kept busy, watched a few DVDs and brought a play station. Very peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Laid back week in the Keweenaw

Loved our visit here. The powerhouse is a very cool VRBO where you can relax and spend some time at the public beach that is a short walk from the house or you can just sit on the front porch and watch all the boats coming in and out of the channel. We also spent our week exploring the Keweenaw Peninsula. Our kids loved splashing in the river at the Tobacco River Park and the white sand beach at Brunette park and the falls at Haven Falls. We spent an afternoon exploring the Delaware Mine and the old mining buildings above the mine. And we enjoyed nice meals at the Dreamland bar & grill (up the road from the powerhouse), at Caremlita's in Calumet, and at the Mariner in Copper Harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

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

Loved it!

This was our 3rd year staying at this property. We have stayed for a week each time. We love the location and the wonderful views! There is a place to fish off the breakwall, a shallow area for little kids swimming and the ability to walk from the property to the lighthouse. So much fun! The only negative was the owner has asked to stay at the property (in a separate house) every year for the last weekend we are there. Its been fine but def takes away the feeling of privacy. But overall a wonderful place to stay with beautiful views of boats going by and peaceful views of the water! Would def stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

Paradise.

My second time staying at the former Coast Guard Station. My first time was totally wonderful. It was everything I'd hoped for. The location could not be improved in any way and all the parts of the stay made it a success. My second time there was like coming home. The view, the water, the sky, the wildlife all brought smiles to my face each day I opened the door to look at the view. I just cannot explain to anyone considering a stay there how special the house is. In a nutshell - I wish it were mine so I could be there forever.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

JuDee F.

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

Great Stay in White City

This property is a gem! It was about 0.5 miles to the White City Beach, which was fabulous and never crowded! Several times we had the whole place to our selves!. The Powerhouse was well stocked with amenities. We were able to cook or grill out as needed. (a gas grill and charcoal grill were available) There was plenty of space to spread out and the full-size washer and dryer was a bonus. The was no internet or cable, but we didn't notice being unplugged for the week. :) Stargazing was amazing! This is a great place to relax and recharge! Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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

Magic

Truly the perfect week. This is such a comfortable place with amazing water and sky views. Our only complaint was that our week went by too quickly. Next time we will try and stay longer!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard Z.

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

Awesome Stay

Property was exactly as described. A little off the grid (that we desired) but within easy driving to anything we wanted or needed. Kristin's communication was great! Complete and accurate. Very helpful tips. Little things like being 30 minutes from grocery store helped us plan accordingly. We stopped on the way in and picked up what we needed for that evening and next morning. Followed recommendation on some of the places to dine and all were great experiences. Being right on the water, able to watch boats go up and down the waterway, walking distance to the beach (that the dogs absolutely loved) and the lighthouse really made it difficult to want to go out anywhere else. Accommodations were clean, organized, comfortable and everything we needed was there. Even had an opportunity to take the available canoe out for a little paddle around the bay. We had two separate visits from an Eagle one day, a third visit another day, saw an otter near the dock, and even got a little bit of experience with seeing the northern lights. If you like quiet, reasonable isolation away from the tourist, yet reasonably close to many attractions, this is the place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

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

Wonderful!

It was a wonderful property! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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Tranquility and relaxation.

We live off the beaten path and do not need to be entertained. This was perfect for us. A beautiful beach a short walk away and a large yard provided all the “entertainment” our family, including four grandchildren, needed. It was so nice, we didn’t want to leave to explore the surrounding area as we had planned. There are short soft cover books with fascinating history of the immediate area including Jacobsville and White City. The house was very well stocked with everything we needed. Even sharp knives and cutting boards. Kristin is a generous host who responded quickly to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather p.

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

Great experience

This property is amazingly well stocked and clean. It’s perfect for a getaway for everyone. The host was fantastic with responses. Ideal UP location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kristin Cummings

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Why they chose this property

My grandma grew up in Houghton and her father originally owned the property in the late 1800's but then it was sold in the 1930's to build housing for the coast guards, hence the 3 houses on the property. In the late 70's all coast guard housing was sold off, and my grandparents re-purchased the property and flipped the powerhouse that originally supplied electricity to the lighthouse into a house. The property just holds a lot of family history to us as well as sentimental value.

What makes this property unique

Constant eagle viewing, hence why we keep the dead tree in the front because the eagles like to land there and enjoy their morning breakfast. The houses are set right on the break water for fantastic views of the sunrise, sunset and sometimes the Northern Lights. The beach and boat launch are within walking distance to our house, and our beach is the only one in the area that is very shallow which makes it nice to stand in the cold Superior waters on a hot day (or dive in, if you're brave).

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