
Waterfront holiday rentals in Houghton
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Explore 40 holiday rentals in Houghton

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Houghton holiday rentals start at $204 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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20 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

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40 of Houghton holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Houghton rentals

4.9 Average rating
Houghton stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated waterfront accommodation in Houghton
Guests agree: These waterfront accommodation options are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Copper Suite on a Lake Superior Rock Cove
Set on the shores of Lake Superior, the Copper Suite is one of two private units in the home, offering stunning, panoramic lake views. Step right outside to access cross-country ski and hiking trails. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, cozy indoor fireplace, lakeside back porch, heated garage, and outdoor wood-fired sauna. Whether you’re here to unwind, recharge or head out on adventures, it’s the perfect base for exploring the Keweenaw. Located near Copper Harbor, Eagle Harbor, and Mt. Bohemia.

Serene Lake Superior Cottage
Newly updated in 2018, Graystone Cottage is directly on Lake Superior with 100 feet of gray stone beach frontage. Enjoy your morning coffee on the spacious patio with panoramic views of the Huron Mountains and Little Traverse Bay. Maybe spot a Bald Eagle fishing or flying to its nearby nest. For those relaxing summer nights, sit on the large deck and watch the moon rise or roast marshmallows on a bonfire while you listen to the waves crashing. 2 kayaks and life jackets available for use.

Relaxing Lakeside Home 5 Brdm 7 Beds *HOT TUB*
Our peaceful 5-bedroom lakefront home is 4 miles from Houghton and is conveniently located near the airport, Michigan Tech, Mont Ripley (3 miles) and Mount Bohemia (38 miles). Snowmobile trails are only 1/3rd of a mile away and you can ride your sled from here. Enjoy spectacular views of the lake, kayaking, and campfires on the patio. Our area is full of history and charm. Come visit! Parking for 3 trucks, plus trailers. Please Note: We charge $10 per night per person over 2 people.

Kerban's Overlook
Nice, clean apartment just 5 minutes from Michigan Tech and a view of Portage Lake (lake access too!). One stall of garage parking available so you can go right from car to apartment without dealing with the snow. The driveway is plowed. Wifi, heat, keurig coffee selection included. Washer and dryer are in the spacious bathroom with a shower. Full kitchen and electric fireplace. Stairlift from garage. Queen sized bed with additional pullout couch (about full sz) and toddler bed.

Waterfront in Houghton
This 4 bedroom 2 bath home is located next to chutes and ladders located on portage canal next to Houghton beach, Chutes & Ladders, and Houghton public docks. Home is a short walk to Michigan Tech and historic downtown. There are two kayaks and 2 bikes available for you to use and explore the canal or downtown. We love dogs and do welcome them but do charge extra. Please send me any questions. Auto booking opens 1 year in advance. please do not send a request earlier.

Keweenaw Peninsula 2 bedroom cottage on the lake.
Two bedroom cottage, nestled in the stunning Keweenaw Peninsula, is on 330 foot of lakeshore and surrounded by forest and nature. 50 foot dock recently added. This peaceful paradise awaits your arrival, located just 15 minutes from Houghton and MTU. Sleeps 6 total. We are approximately 4.8 miles from the Dollar Bay Snow Mobile Trailhead, Great snowshoeing around the property as well. cottage is on a shared driveway with owners. About 55 minutes from Mount Bohemia.

Brand New Modern Waterfront Home
Our stylish mokki (Finnish cabin) is the perfect place for your Keweenaw vacation! This brand-new Scandinavian modern design waterfront home is conveniently located right outside Hancock on the snowmobile/ATV trail and the portage canal. Minutes away from Mont Ripley Ski Hill, Michigan Tech University, local cross-country ski trails, the Houghton Co. Airport, and Lake Superior, this home has all you need to enjoy the amazing outdoor landscape of the Copper Country!

Luxury Stay DT Houghton 2 Bed, 1 Bath Suite C
Completely renovated top to bottom with every detail in mind. You will be at the center of everything. Quiet setting in Downtown Houghton within walking distance of restaurants, shopping, recreation, waterfront trail and much more! Within minutes of Mont Ripley, Michigan Tech University and within 1 hour of Mount Bohemia and Copper Harbor. The view of the Portage Canal and Lift Bridge says it all about this location. Suite B is also available at this location.

Otter House
Otter House is a beautifully appointed log cabin in the trees overlooking Otter Lake. It is comfortably furnished with a well equipped kitchen. The lakefront has a small beach, 3 kayaks, a canoe, hammocks and a fire pit. Otter Lake is a tranquil spot with great fishing and very little boat traffic. There is a parking pad for your RV or trailer. *Please note that the entry is on the basement level and the main living area is up a flight of stairs.

Slanty
Relax at this rustic and tranquil getaway. What it offers: One queen bed, one sofa sleeper, parking, microwave, toaster oven, hot plate, WIFI, Roku TV, coffee maker, 3/4 bathroom, a fantastic view, nestled on Pike Bay, 20 gallon hot water heater. Instant snowmobile access to the lake in winter. Air conditioning in summer and 2 wall furnaces for warmth in winter. What it doesn't have: Oven, automatic dishwasher, laundry facilities.

Beautiful apartment on Portage Canal!
Spacious, clean and unusual second floor apartment overlooking the Portage Lake Lift Bridge. The apartment has one bedroom, one bath, full kitchen and a deck overlooking the water of Portage Canal. It is on the second floor of Roy’s Pasties and Bakery so you have two restaurants on the property with the second being the Copper Range Depot. Convenient to downtown, trails, water access and all points of the Keweenaw!

Superior Sunset Getaway
Enjoy beautiful sunsets over lake superior from the back door. With 150' of water frontage, but access to about a mile worth's of shoreline you can relax with walks along the beach, sitting by a fire or grilling in the outdoor space. There is also a trout stream that flows into a pond where the local kids and resident bald eagles enjoy fishing. This 2 bedroom 2 bath home is located 15 minutes from Houghton.
Popular amenities for Houghton waterfront rentals
Waterfront apartment accommodation

Chassell Bay Bungalow

The Red Rocks: Unit 3- Upper Unit

Comfortable apartment next to the Lift Bridge

Luxury Stay DT Houghton 2 Bed, 1 Bath Suite B
Waterfront house rentals

Rustic cabin w/sauna on Portage Lk

SH Lake Escape w/Kayaks, Firepit, Fishing

Lake Superior-beautiful 3 bedroom home!

Captains Quarter's House

DreamHome - Trails & Bohemia. Dockside Resort #1

Keweenaw Contemporary Cottage on Portage Lake

*Private luxury oasis on Torch Lake - with A/C!*

Freshwater House on Lake Superior - Bohemia close
Other waterfront holiday rentals

Two bedroom cottage on Lac La Belle

Serenity on Superior

on Lake Superior-Clubhouse Cottage-Cozy Hideaway

Silver River Cozy Cabin

Portage Lake Relaxing Getaway

Our Agate Harbor Lakeshore Family Cottage

Quiet retreat on 18.5 acres for viewing wildlife.

Log Cabin on the Ravine River
When is the best time to visit Houghton?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $362 NZD | $419 NZD | $324 NZD | $350 NZD | $370 NZD | $365 NZD | $504 NZD | $421 NZD | $384 NZD | $385 NZD | $365 NZD | $363 NZD |
| Avg. temp | -9°C | -8°C | -4°C | 3°C | 10°C | 15°C | 18°C | 18°C | 14°C | 7°C | 0°C | -6°C |
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