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Along Portage Canal/Downtown: Bridge views, walking path and near MTU

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Experience the charm of downtown Houghton at this suite, perfectly located near waterfront walking paths, restaurants, shopping parks and more. Enjoy spacious living areas with smart TVs and high-speed WiFi. Savor the views of Portage Lift Bridge from your ground-level retreat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Along Portage Canal/Downtown: Bridge views, walking path and near MTU

  • Visiting Michigan Tech? Couples getaway? Business trip? This is the perfect place in downtown Houghton for your needs! Perfect spacious place for 2 with so much to do right out the front door! Walking distance to restaurants, shopping, parks, public library and more! Access to the waterfront walking path is in the parking lot. Enjoy the beauty of the Portage Lift Bridge!

    This suite is located on ground level. Spacious bedroom and living room. Bedroom has a large closet, all linens and towels provided. Window unit a/c in bedroom. Smart Tv in living area only. Kitchen is well stocked. High speed fiber optic wifi.

    So much to see along waterfront. Enjoy the views of the Portage Lift bridge and gorgeous views of the sun setting. Bring your own bikes or firewood and enjoy the waterfront path. (Public firepit area next to Portage Library). Many photo props along the path and painted murals to see. Walking distance to Chutes & Ladders park where there is paddle board and bike rentals, ice cream, corn-hole and more!

    1 parking pass provided for duration of stay. Must be returned to suite upon check out. **Please pay attention to designated overnight parking area during winter months **

    See our other Canalside Suite listing under our profile, in the building next door for great reviews and for booking both places if traveling with another couple/friends! Search: 2759725

    *Downtown public area, potential for some daytime noise

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 neighborhood

Located in Houghton, this apartment is in the city center. 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. Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts and Mine Shaft are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledding. Visit our Houghton travel guide
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MI, Houghton

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
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Michigan Technological College Houghton
    Michigan Technological University
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • beach near East Houghton Waterfront Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The trail to Copper Harbor
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive
  • Keweenaw Brewing Company
    3 min walk
  • Library Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins
    10 min walk
  • La Cantina Mexican Restaurant of Hancock
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Along Portage Canal/Downtown: Bridge views, walking path and near MTU pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Along Portage Canal/Downtown: Bridge views, walking path and near MTU?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Along Portage Canal/Downtown: Bridge views, walking path and near MTU?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Along Portage Canal/Downtown: Bridge views, walking path and near MTU located?

Located in the heart of Houghton, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Houghton–Hancock Bridge and Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center. Finlandia University and The trail to Copper Harbor are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Along Portage Canal/Downtown: Bridge views, walking path and near MTU Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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. 31 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute place in a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and very clean and comfortable. I will definitely stay here again if I’m in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Perfect Location

The location was ideal for all our needs during our stay in Houghton.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

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

Great Place to Stay

The property was very clean, conveniently located downtown, and had a great view. I highly suggest booking here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Weekend Trip

Lovely stay, very conveniently nestled in downtown Houghton. Easy and convenient check in/out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Great location and clean

We enjoyed our week and appreciated the cleanliness and location to MTU. Easy to get around town and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PERRIN K.

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

Perfect Location

Wonderful Location! Clean apartment! Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hosts thought of nice extras that didn’t go unnoticed! Super clean, very nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bronson K.

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

Modern and Cute Canal View Apartment

Beautiful little place! And can’t beat the view of the portage lake lift bridge! This was one of the most complete VRBO properties we’ve stayed at and everything was quiet, updated/new, and spotless. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Earl R.

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

Nice

Location was great. Right by the water and the park, walking distance to restaurants and downtown shops. Bed was comfortable. And everything was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is exactly as advertised. The lighting is fantastic and well thought out. As someone who likes to sleep with the TV on, it is worth noting there is no TV in the bedroom but I slept really well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was a great downtown stay. Loved being able to go out and walk the trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This suite is in a great location and a bunch of restaurants are only blocks away. The beds, sofa, and chairs were all comfy to hang out in and the kitchen (as well as the whole suite) looks modern and is well lit. It is just a short drive to Mt Ripley and also the Maasto Hiihto xc ski trails and Michigan Tech xc trails and is 1 hr from Mt Bohemia. This is a great place for a couple to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Clean, Great Location

Great location, close to downtown, and lake Plenty of fun things to do and about 1 hr from Copper HarborVery clean, and responsive to any issues we had
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Clean central location

Perfect spot for mini vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and super cute!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al M.

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

Isle Royale &Houghton vacation

This was a beautiful property with convenient parking and lovely canal view. There are several great restaurants within a block. Really liked the Den restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

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

Houghton MI

This property was perfect for us, near downtown and short drive to waterfalls and beaches. The apartment was very clean and perfect size for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and comfortable. Information provided was a great help, location was nice. Could hear footsteps upstairs during the day, but we weren't there much during the day. Could use a black out shade in the bedroom just for the street lights as as options. Since it is a basement, it was a bit dark with only one window in the bedroom, but worked well for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanna E.

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

Great place

Everything was clean, Communication clear and perfectly located within walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice. Clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Awesome stay!

A++
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024