Kemp's Rentals-Loft Rental -Sauna-next to Portage Lake-Beach-Fire pit & Pavilion

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16204 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Beach view

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Hancock, MI

Mont Ripley Ski Area
8 min drive
The trail to Copper Harbor
11 min drive
Houghton–Hancock Bridge
11 min drive
Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
14 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Parking included

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

About this property

Entire place

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

3 BEDROOMS AND 3 BATHROOMS - 13 INDIVIDUAL BEDS!

This barn was built in 2015 Kemp's Carriage House Loft Rental and is located next to our Kemp's Portage Lake Log Home Rental, VRBO #487326 and NEW Kemp's Lake Front Guest House VRBO #2225832 Renting all 3 properties allows for groups of up to 39 guests!!

This rental is also across the street from Portage Lake and is conveniently located near all the exciting special events, attractions, and recreational opportunities of the Keweenaw Peninsula. Michigan Tech and Finlandia Universities are only six miles away. Nine 0 Six four eight three zero three three four with questions?

The main floor of this rental is for the owner’s storage. The loft rental area contains three bedrooms, three baths with tiled walk in showers and a sauna. It provides beds to sleep sixteen, perfect for a family reunion or a large group. It also includes a full kitchen, surround sound system, as well as a washer and dryer. The well-designed kitchen along with an outside charcoal grill makes cooking easy for those who want to eat in rather than go out. All pots, pans, dishes, towels and sheets are provided. You only need to bring your consumable goods!

Many antique items used in the loft have been obtained from our local area. Interior building materials were reclaimed from old barns and buildings. The corrugated metal roofing lining the interior ceiling and some walls came from the Ford wood plant in Pequaming. (This plant provided local wood for the construction of the Ford Model T and A cars built in the 1920 and 30's). Reclaimed hardwood’ over 100 years old was used for the flooring. Interior walls are also finished with reclaimed wood.

A lot of local history has been used in the decoration of this rental property. Some items came from the Atlas Powder plant formerly located on the 1400 acres behind the property. There are also many logging tools, some over 100 years old.

All of this adds up to a large comfortable space with a very cozy feeling.

During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Michigan Technological University. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 3 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Onsite recreation includes a sauna and a playground
8 minutes by car from Copper Hoist Chair Lift and 8 minutes from Mont Ripley Ski Area

This vacation home offers its guests a sauna, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Sandy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Ski

Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

Sauna
Massages

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking
Car recommended

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Spices
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

3 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Soap
Shampoo
Toilet paper
Hairdryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Smart TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player
Stereo

Outdoor areas

Patio
Charcoal grills
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Dock

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer
Near a laundromat

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only. NOT 420 Friendly!

Services and conveniences

Housekeeping (on request)
Chef
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

On the lake
On the waterfront
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital

Things to do

Fitness facilities nearby
Kayaking on site
Water tubing nearby
Marina nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Cycling nearby
Golf nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher

General

Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: Prior Approval Needed - Additional Fees

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Kemp's Rentals-Loft Rental -Sauna-next to Portage Lake-Beach-Fire pit & Pavilion Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

7 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic 4th!

We were in the UP for an extended family vacation and had an amazing stay at the Kemp's Loft Rental! Rental was exactly as described, clean, and had anything and everything one could need while there. Great communication from owners. All the kids (ages 5-17) loved the bunk room. We all loved the amenities by the lake! Private location, but close to MTU and the Keweenaw. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

2 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

MTU Graduation

Fantastic place. Great for large groups. Would definitely stay again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

29 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Multi Family Weekend Stay

This property was perfect for our stay with our extended family! We had three families, two with children and the arrangement of the rooms and bathrooms made for a comfortable stay for all. The kitchen is well equipped and table seating let us feed our large group easily. Super cozy lodge to hang out in and play games, watch football, visit. Great proximity to campus for the MTU basketball games (Go Huskies!). And easy to access hikes to the north (Hungarian Falls). Will definitely stay many more times!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

11 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Rzr Trip

Well it was an amazing trip with plenty of room for all the guys and machines!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

9 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Even better than we expected!!

Our stay at Kemps Loft/carriage house was very enjoyable. Although the outdoor pavilion and waterfront area are shared with two of the other guest houses on the property, we didn't have any trouble sharing. The lake was very clean and not nearly as cold as we expected. The waterfront pavilion and outdoor kitchen were well set up and a great way to spend time near the water. They had 2 paddle boards and 2 kayaks down by the lake plus boards for corn hole (not a full set of bags though, so maybe bring your own!). The house was well stocked with almost everything we needed (in some cases, more than we expected - like the sauna!). Be aware that the entrance does contain a long flight of shallow stairs (33 steps). It was setup really well for a large group and we had an amazing time!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly O.

1 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Michigan Getaway

The property was great for our group of 11. The owners clearly thought of everything.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi

Travelled with family

13 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful. Everything there that you could possibly need. Very comfortable and clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

12 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing up north adventure

Kemp’s Rentals was great. Everything was as listed. We met with the owners and they are very friendly and helpful. We recommend this place if you have a large group. We will stay here again if our travels ever bring us this far north.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

21 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot!

We rented the property for a family wedding. There were 6 adults and we all were very impressed with the cleanliness of the property. The view down by the water was beautiful! I would highly recommend this property to anyone and everyone :).

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylia V.

4 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Tech Graduation

It was a great property for a family gathering for Tech graduation.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

4 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Snowmobiling

Easy process great property

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

23 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place!!!

We had so much fun at Tech’s winterfest and the place is a great location, easy to get to. Fully stocked kitchen with all the hardwear and cooking wear. Very clean!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

17 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place for a large group

Had an awesome time

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dhlan B.

4 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family snowmobile trip

Great place great people

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

27 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Christmas Getaway

We decided to do a destination Christmas this year for us and our adult children. Ideally we wanted a winter wonderland with lots of snow and a cozy place to enjoy our time together. Our Dollar Bay Barndominium was perfect. The place was right out of a magazine with open but inviting spaces and plenty of room for all 10 of us. We were there 12/23 - 12/26 and had a magical Christmas morning with a giant breakfast cooked in the amazing kitchen and plenty of time sharing gifts and making unforgettable memories. The place was clean and meticulously maintained. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to cook all our meals and the beds were super comfy. We didn't use any of the outdoor spaces or go to the lake due to a blizzard and constant snowing. We would love to visit in the summer time to be able to experience the ambiance of the lake pavilion. If you're looking for a winter wonderland Houghton is the place to be.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley I.

26 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Trip!

We absolutely loved our stay. This property could not be more immaculately kept. We had a wonderful time and will be back for sure!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

carol c., st charles, missouri

20 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great base for MTBing the UP.

Been renting properties for large groups for last 20 years, this property and the adjoining property were the nicest we have ever experienced. That along with the use of the lakeside pavilion and fire pit made this property top notch.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

19 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

The carriage house had everything we needed and the pavilion was amazing with an absolutely beautiful view.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

26 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Vacation

Upper Michigan is our favorite place to vacation - Sandy and Dan's Carriage House was the very first cabin/house rental of many we stayed, that was more beautiful and very accurate with the online pictures. Gorgeous house with all the comforts of home. Although we did; we did not need to leave the premises to enjoy our vacation. The Lake-Beach-Firepit and Pavillion were the perfect place to hang out, swim, enjoy water sports, play games, grill food and just relax in the fresh air while in or out of the sun. When we come back to The Keewenaw, we will for certain be looking at staying with the Kemps again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Donna F.

19 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Loved the living space and the beautiful location. Kids went swimming every day and played corn hole. Nothing to complain about except I expected the whole place to be air conditioned and only the main living area had air. The bedrooms were hot unless the nights cooled off. There were enough fans for each room and each also had ceiling fans.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne W.

16 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Would Go Again

The property was absolutely gorgeous. The house was cozy, and comfortable as well. To top it all off, the owner was friendly and easy to communicate with.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

11 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Dollar Bay Spring

Great location , great property , and excellent craftsmanship. Sandy and Dan are very accommodating. Thank you .

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

3 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for Graduation celebration

From the moment we arrived, our time at the Carriage House was perfect! We had Everything we needed and more! The kitchen was very well equipped, bedrooms were great and very comfortable! And plenty of bathrooms for our group of eleven! Plenty of room to eat, play cards and games, and just hang out with each other. Our family is spread out across the U. S., so we appreciate anytime most of us can be together! Sandy was great to work with both prior to, and during our stay! Hope we get to come back again!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022