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Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in the Keweenaw! - Dog Friendly & MTU 2.3 miles!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is £172
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in the Keweenaw! - Dog Friendly & MTU 2.3 miles!

The Miner is beautifully remodeled, and centrally located in historic Hancock MI. The the famed Jack Stevens snowmobile trail #17 is located directly across the street, offering easy access to hundreds of miles of groomed trails taking you across Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

We provide easy access to Houghton (1.6 miles), Michigan Tech (2.3 miles), Finlandia University (.3 miles), and historic Calumet is only 13.8 miles away.

Please note that we are located along Lincoln St (US41) and the snowmobile trail. I would hate to lose your business because of it, but I would rather make sure you are happy with your stay. If you are a very light sleeper, other accommodations might be better suited for your needs. If want to be in the middle of everything, I have no doubt that you will love it!

A portion of all bookings goes to support local youth ice hockey programs.

Property manager

Frederick Jaehnig

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: $250 extra cleaning fee for smoking on property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: 2 Dogs under 25lbs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Toddler safety equipment and crib not available.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

House
Modern yet Rustic Copper Island Getaway/2.3mi to MTU
Modern, yet Rustic Copper Island Getaway/2.3mi to MTU Hancock

About the area

Map
Hancock, MI

What's nearby

  • The trail to Copper Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Quincy Mine - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Michigan Technological University - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in the Keweenaw! - Dog Friendly & MTU 2.3 miles! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in the Keweenaw! - Dog Friendly & MTU 2.3 miles!?

As of 10 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in the Keweenaw! - Dog Friendly & MTU 2.3 miles! on 7 Sept 2025 start from £172.44, 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.

What time is check-in at Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in the Keweenaw! - Dog Friendly & MTU 2.3 miles!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in the Keweenaw! - Dog Friendly & MTU 2.3 miles!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in the Keweenaw! - Dog Friendly & MTU 2.3 miles! located?

Located in the heart of Hancock, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Finlandia University and The trail to Copper Harbor. Quincy Mine and Portage Health are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Gateway to Outdoor Adventure in the Keweenaw! - Dog Friendly & MTU 2.3 miles! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl L.

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

Cute, cozy, and clean!

This place is a gem! Perfect convenient location for an MTU parent, or a great spot to venture around the area. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Gregory N.

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

Michigan Tech visit

Cute little house close to Tech Campus. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

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

Snowmobile trip March 2025

Great property, close to food and drinks. Cozy and clean!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

Great place for snowmobiling

The place was clean and well equipped.The owner was great in our communication.Would definitely stay here every time I am in Houghton.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Perfect from start to finish!!!

We enjoyed our stay 10!!! If you’re visiting and don’t have a car the location is perfect, everything is walking distance and the places that aren’t deliver.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

MTU visit

Stayed here for our recent MTU visit. Super clean and warm for our January trip. Onsite parking is easy. Great location, nice restaurant across the street and close to downtown Hancock. The Miner’s decor was super cool with the local copper mining history. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett G.

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

Houghton-Hancock Repeat Customer

We continue to graduate our progeny from nearby MTU, and The Miner has become a favorite place to stay to help celebrate the accomplishment.Always clean, easy to get to, effortless to stay. Everything we can hope for in an area with limited hotel/motel rooms. This time both grandmas traveled with us and they appreciated the one story layout, easy egress and mining-themed decorations!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

1st time Vrbo stay.

Very clean, comfortable and convenient to the area. Responsive Host. Would definitely recommend .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

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

Gear Location

Great location and clean and well maintained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deena G., Chicago

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

Winter Trip

Great little place to stay that comes with everything you could imagine. The accommodation was super clean and cozy. Superb location in Hancock and not too far from MTU. Theres a great restaurant across the street and you get a great view of the snowmobile trails!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa b.

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

College tour visit

3 of us stayed for a college visit at Michigan Tech. The house was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

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

Great Holiday Stay

We stayed with our family, including a baby over Christmas. The place was just as expected. It was clean, had a nice pack and play and was spacious. We really enjoyed our stay and the home had everything we needed and expected. It was an easy and comfortable stay:)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

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

Good place to snowmobile

Trail runs right across the street. There’s also a pretty decent Italian restaurant across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

Third Time at The Miner

Cozy, clean, convenient to the University and the Copper Country. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W., United States

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

Wonderful place!

We didn’t spend much time at the cabin but had everything we needed and more. The beds were comfy and all the decor is so cute. We loved it and would rent again. The road is a little noise starting at and 5:30am.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron Z.

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

Amazing stay

Stayed here as our home base for a UP snowboarding trip. Loved all the miner and up north decor. Super clean. Everything was new and beautiful. Could not have asked for a better location. Amazing stay. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

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

Visiting our daughter, who is in her first year at Michigan Tech

Property is close to everything and was convenient If I had one recommendation, it would be to include additional seating for a lounging.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

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

Fantastic in town landing pad for attending weekend events at MTU

Wonderful property that is well stocked with many amenities. Check in was a breeze. The place was immaculately clean! Great open living and kitchen area. Would be great for couples or a family. No problems at all during the stay. Host was just a phone call away to help with anything needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Keith M.

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

Nice Place Along the snowmobile trail

Great place for a snowmobile trip, my only caution would be trailer size. My small clamshell trailer fit in the driveway, a bigger trailer would not have fit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

jeff c.

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

Central location and pet friendly

Clean unit that is nicely equipped and centrally located. As mentioned in listing the front bedroom is very noisy from traffic. Ear plug’s recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caleb R.

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

Great Spot!

Great spot to stay. Restaurant right across the road. As they say in the listing it can be a little noisy but usually pretty quiet after 10/11pm…. Blackout shades would be nice, especially in the front bedroom, but overall great place to stay and we will stay again next time we are in the area. We have stayed all over the UP, this place is in the top 5 for sure, nicely decorated, good amenities, good proximity for the town, comfortable beds, overall great place for the price range!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

jeff s.

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

The Miner in Hancock

Very clean and comfortable! Loved the mining pictures and decor. Plenty of towels and cookware. Close to the trail. Owner was very accommodating when we needed extra parking for snowmobile trailer
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Tarah R.

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

Well equipped stay, great property

We had a great trip to Hancock and look forward to visiting the area again. The Miner is a great property, best equipped VRBO or AirBB I’ve stayed at ! The only thing that didn’t work well for us was the noise. We are early to bed and early to rise. The property is on a very busy street and the trail was more active with snowmobiles than we expected. The property is awesome but if you’re looking for a quiet spot this isn’t for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jena S.

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

Perfect!

Came up for the weekend to snowmobile. Property is literally across the street from the trail system. House is super clean. Has everything you need. Very well renovated! I pulled my snowmobile trailer and a friend brought up her vehicle. I can’t say what it would be like with more snow since the snow was lacking up there to start off sled season but we had no problems with parking for my SUV, 14ft trailer and her Jeep. Overall I would absolutely stay again! This is a gem inside and the outside is within walking distance to a couple of restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Miner to Portage

We were originally supposed to stay at the Miner with this owner but they called us as we were on our way from Wisconsin to ask if we’d be willing to go to a different property for the same price. Portage Center is a beautiful place and my family really enjoyed our short stay. The owner was so accommodating and when I communicated with them the day before our trip asking for a late checkout, they were not able to provide that but offered us a refund so we would be able to find a place that would work better for us. We don’t need to do that as plans had changed and we wouldn’t have one of our family members and our pet with us anymore. After letting the owner know that they refunded our pet deposit. Overall it was a wonderful stay in a beautiful updated rental in a busy place right on the road - so if you’re looking for no traffic going by this won’t be the place for you. There is a view of the water from the open concept living space and there is so much open space. The house was decorated in MTU hockey which was so fitting that we were doing preview day at MTU it our daughter
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025