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Picturesque cottage on Portage Lake w/ sauna & dock . No cleaning fee.!!

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Sunrise over Portage Lake
Front of cottage facing Portage Lake
Tastefully renovated cottage on Portage Lake with no cleaning fee.
Lake view from the kitchen
Living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Chassell, MI
  • Place, Portage Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Picturesque cottage on Portage Lake w/ sauna & dock . No cleaning fee.!!

A newly refurbished 3 bedroom cottage on Portage Lake ~ 6 miles from Houghton, Michigan Technological University, Finlandia University, and the Isle Royale National Park Office and boat dock. All linens and towels supplied, and the kitchen is well-equipped for whatever meals are desired. A gas grill is located on the deck off the kitchen for a BBQ or picnic on the patio or by the lake.

Enjoy the sunrise while having coffee in bed, sunbathe on the dock after taking a "refreshing" swim in the lake, or catch some fish for dinner (fishing poles available..!!). In the evening have 'happy hour' on the lakeside deck, enjoy an evening coffee or glass of wine in the screened-in porch, or sit by the fire in the fire pit after a warm sauna..!!
Walk or ride (bicycles available) on the Houghton to Chassell non-motorized recreational trail behind the cottage. Movies, games, and puzzles are also available in case of rainy days.

Bottom line: a great place for a romantic getaway, for a family outing, or to just relax..!!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1633712vb
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, 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

About the area

Chassell

Located in Chassell, this cottage is on a lake. A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and Houghton County Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Gates Tennis Center and Husky Chair Lift. Prospector's Paradise and Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Chassell, MI

What's nearby

  • Portage Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Nara Nature Park - 4 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 6 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 11 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Mine Shaft - 12 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Library Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Picturesque cottage on Portage Lake w/ sauna & dock . No cleaning fee.!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Picturesque cottage on Portage Lake w/ sauna & dock . No cleaning fee.!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Picturesque cottage on Portage Lake w/ sauna & dock . No cleaning fee.!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Picturesque cottage on Portage Lake w/ sauna & dock . No cleaning fee.!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Picturesque cottage on Portage Lake w/ sauna & dock . No cleaning fee.!! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Portage Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Nara Nature Park and Prospector's Paradise. Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts and Gates Tennis Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic Week on the Lake

Fabulous hosts. Spotless whimsical cottage with all the amenities. Kitchen better equipped than my home. All you need to bring is worms and food and luck. (Disclaimer: Worms & luck for fishing)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

perry v.

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

Great place to stay

Easy to get to great location. Over all great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Darcy M.

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

A Nice Break Away With Family

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Small pieces of info for families traveling to the cottage. Houghton is about seven miles away. There was one old mini golf course in rough condition, the mine tours were sold out and even with college back in session, some restaurants were on restricted hours due to no help and info listed online wasnt accurate. Just plan a little ahead if you have younger kids for activities outside the cottage and for food. There were many games, bikes, bonfires, great kitchen set up to cook all meals for six, and a dock/ladder to get in and out of kayaks. We are use to saunas and the sauna was great at the cottage. It was our first trip to the U.P. of MI. The beach/park at lake Superior is worth the drive (great icecream), along with the Michigan Tech golf course. If you are coming from MN or the Dakotas, anticipate a significant amount of no cell phone coverage until 30 miles from the cottage and limited places to stop for food, etc. The wifi and tv worked great for our college football watching family. Over the years, we have traveled a lot and rented through VRBO. This is one of our favorite places. The kitchen is fully stocked, enough room for at least six people. We had one really light sleeper and they were unable to sleep in the front rooms of the house facing the highway, but they enjoyed being moved upstairs and enjoyed the upstairs deck/patio thoroughly. The photos match what you will see when you arrive. The property mgrs were great to work with and no issues with communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Great sunrise

We had so much fun water skiing, using the sauna and having a camp fire!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2021
Thanks, Christine Glad you had a good time, and hope you will stay with us again..!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Great location for memory making!

This is by far one of our favorite locations that we have stayed in the upper peninsula we were right next to a walking trail able to swim in the lake and have family over for barbecues and fun would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shannon W.

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

Relaxing time for family

My mother, sister, and nephew stayed at Oma's July 2021. They had a wonderful time visiting the Copper Country and enjoyed their stay at Oma's. The cottage was perfect for them and morning coffee overlooking Portage was a highlight! They can't wait to return. Thank you Marty and Mary for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Lovely cottage on the lske

We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was very clean with a fully equipped kitchen. Would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2021
Mike, You were a great guest, and we would welcome you back anytime in the future..!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

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

Family fishing trip

Omas cottage was a perfect lakefront cottage for us. It was clean and comfortable and well equipped with towels, linens, pots, pans etc. It was very convenient to be able to use the dock to tie our boat to. We had a great week of fishing and sight seeing. It was nice having plenty of doors and windows with screens to let the cool air and sounds of the lake in and keep the bugs out. The owners are very nice and accommodating. I would definitely recommend Omas to friends and family and I can’t wait to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2021
Looking forward to hosting you and family again in the future..!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

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

Snuggle with family ❤️

We’ve stayed in many places over the years... However, none so equipped with everything you might need & very clean! Just a cozy place to snuggle with family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SARAH D.

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

A gem!

This place is among the loveliest cottages I have stayed in this area. The private peaceful setting, the well-appointed house, the attention and communication from Marty and Mary (the owners) made this a truly pleasurable experience for all of us! No doubt we will be back! A+
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Martin & Mary Jurgensen

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