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Historic home, Portage views, close to MTU, downtown Hancock

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Exterior
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hancock, MI
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Michigan Technological University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Attic Bedroom #1

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Futons

Brown room #3

1 Queen Bed

Purple Room #2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic home, Portage views, close to MTU, downtown Hancock

A one of a kind built in 1895, historic home. Elevated (hillside) with beautiful woodwork, wood floors, tall ceilings, antique furnishings yet modern kitchen and bath. Private dining room, parlor. Full 3 stories ; main floor living, kitchen, dining; 2nd floor 2 bedrooms and sitting room, and bath, 3rd floor large expansive renovated attic with separate bedroom and sitting area. This is a quiet home with radiator heat, up to date appliances, beautiful views from the enclosed front porch. There is a large unfinished basement with laundry facility, and covered entrance from the basement to the garage. Due to the multiple levels, the house has a lot of staircases to climb so may not be appropriate for those who cannot manage stairs. We also recommend bringing slippers with rubber soles. We have a few extra but we can't match The comfort of your own. The 1 bathroom is very large; has a 6 ft. claw foot tub, and separate shower. We do daily snow removal (after 10 am) and we allow parking in the garage (at your own risk). We make exit and entry simple; through the garage via keypad into a door/tunnel into the basement. We are strict on rules to respect the integrity of the floors and furnishings; no shoes on once inside the home (anything above the basement). We are 5 minutes from downtown Hancock, 5 minutes across the bridge to MTU, 5 minutes to Mt. Ripley. Please be respectful of furnishings (many breakables, and fragile items).

Property manager

Pamela M Adams

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Proof of Service Dog must be provided
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Shoes in any living area except basement on provided runners.
No consumption of alcohol on the premises, no food or drink on 2nd or 3rd floors.
Clean dryer lint filter after every use. Do not leave wet clothes in the washer. Do not leave anything in the dryer. Check for gum on clothing.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hancock

Located in Hancock, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Houghton–Hancock Bridge and Quincy Mine. Mine Shaft and Prospector's Paradise are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Hancock, MI

What's nearby

  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The trail to Copper Harbor - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Quincy Mine - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic home, Portage views, close to MTU, downtown Hancock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic home, Portage views, close to MTU, downtown Hancock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic home, Portage views, close to MTU, downtown Hancock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic home, Portage views, close to MTU, downtown Hancock located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Winter Carnival Stay

Things we enjoyed... the beautiful old home that retains the gorgeous woodwork of years long past with no lack of expected modern conveniences, the collection of lovely furniture, the toasty radiators, and a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

John E.

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

Great place

Great historic home in the heart of Hancock. We enjoyed our stay in this unique house that I would highly recommend visiting. Pam was great and quick to follow up with our questions. Very clean and nicely updated while keeping the essence of the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Historic Stay

A classic old Upper Peninsula house. We appreciated the convenience to Michigan Tech, the kitchen amenities, and the upstairs bonus room. Just be aware for summer travelers…there is no air conditioning like most houses in the UP. The neighborhood was quiet and there were fans in rooms for a little ventilation, but 90+ daytime highs can make for a challenge to cool things down. Pamela was a wonderful host and very accommodating throughout our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

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

Great location. Cool historic house

We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

LuAnn K.

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

Overall good place to stay - stairs going upstairs very slippery

Overall nice place to stay. House was quiet and clean. Recommend owners put some type of traction on the steps going upstairs to prevent anyone from getting hurt. We didn’t have any issues or injuries - thought I’d share feedback on that.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie Z.

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

Close to MTU & easy travel to Copper Harbor

We stayed at this historic home during move-in weekend at MTU. The location could not have been more perfect! Just outside of the hustle in Houghton but close enough to get back to easily. The home itself displays its age (tons of character) but is so very well maintained! Thank you Pamela for allowing us to stay in your home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

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

Neat house!

Very cool house and Pamela was awesome to work with.!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Gary S.

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

Great location

Very nice property with a short walk to downtown. The house is large with lots of room and the included garage to park on is a bonus. My biggest gripe about the house is that there is no air conditioning which maybe we should have expected for an older home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Historic east Hancock

We had a great stay in this charming historic house! Helpful friendly hosts and in a great location with a short walk to downtown. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd F.

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

Beautiful house and great host.

We always like staying with Pam. The house was great. I'll be staying with her again in April!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pattie F.

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

Great Location and Lots to Look At

We really enjoyed this place. Location is quick to MTU and to the bike trails, and almost anything you want to do. So many interesting things (art, stones, furniture, etc) to look at in the house. Bed was super comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Beautiful house

The home was perfectly located for our purposes in Hancock. The house is being beautifully restored and is appointed with very nice furniture that fits with the restoration of the house. We found it had everything we needed and a third floor room that was perfect for spending time alone if you needed to. Pamela provided information about the area and was prompt at getting back to us with any questions we had. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Hancock.

10/10 Excellent

LARRY R.

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

A well managed apartment loft

The apartment has all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The apartment is located in a very pedestrian friendly part of downtown Wausau. The apartment managers are very prompt in answering any issue. I recommend this loft apartment as well as recommending Wausau as a place to sprend a few days as a tourist.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautifully maintained historic home

House is beautiful; with stained glass and antique furnishings. We loved the 3rd floor also, which was more modern and had a smart tv. Very much enjoyed our stay and it was very close to downtown Hancock and Houghton. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Heaven

Such a great place to stay The house is beautiful and you in the center of everything. Turn off your phones and enjoy!

8/10 Good

Becky S.

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

Lovely Historic Home

Great location for walking in Hancock or across the bridge to Houghton. In a quiet neighborhood. You feel like you are staying in the home of your Aunt with the piano and antiques. Very nice updated kitchen. Be prepared for lots of stairs.

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Charming historic house in a great location

The house in a charming neighborhood and it's an easy walk to downtown Hancock or across the bridge to Houghton. The property has a great view of Portage Lake. The house has been updated but retains the original historical charm including an underground passage from the garage to the house. The host was very responsive and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay !!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Charm of the past!

Lovely historic home to rest and discover what the Peninsula has to offer. Nice welcoming host.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Pamela M Adams

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Why they chose this property

A representative sample of the past opulence that graced the Houghton/Hancock area during it's heyday as a mining capital (copper). A one of a kind experience being in a historic home with many modern conveniences. Centrally located to reach both universities, and downtown areas.

Languages:

English, French
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