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Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
2 bedrooms, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Hancock, MI
  • Place, Mont Ripley Ski Area
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Michigan Technological University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hancock

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Copper Hoist Chair Lift and Mont Ripley Ski Area. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Husky Chair Lift - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 12 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Michigan Technological University - 14 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Library Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Quincy's Food & Spirits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ambassador Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Kemp's Lake Front Guest House

Beautiful lake front with unmatched views of Portage Lake, MTU and Mount Ripley. Sunsets like you have never seen!! This is also a model home as I design and sell material packages for custom homes.

1342 SQUARE FEET—TIMBERFRAME —2 MASTER SUITES— SLEEPS 6—WALK IN TILE SHOWERS—INFARED SAUNA—RADIANT INFLOOR HEATING—AIR CONDITION-ING—ELECTRIC FIREPLACE LIGHTS ONLY NO HEAT—SERTA CF4000 PLUSH MEMORY FOAM KING MATRESS-ES—PERFECT MOTION ADJUSTABLE BED BASE—65” TV WITH SOUND BAR — WASH-ER — DRYER—DISHWASHER—INFINATEY VIEWS OF THE LAKE FROM BOTH MASTER SUITES—GREAT ROOM—KITCHEN— 3-10’ PELLA LIFESTYLE QUAD SLIDING GLASS DOORS (MASTER SUITES AND GREAT ROOM) WITH BLINDS BETWEEN THE GLASS—2 PULL OUT MEMORY FOAM TWIN CHAIRS IN LOFT.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The memory foam bed provides a full night's sleep and the bathroom offers hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact us first

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Contact us first
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99.
  • Note from host: Contact us first

Property is also known as

House
Kemp's Lake Front Dollar Bay
Kemp's Lake Front Guest House Dollar Bay
Kemp's Lake Front Guest House Private vacation home
Kemp's Lake Front Guest House Private vacation home Dollar Bay

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Hancock, close to Nara Nature Park, Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center, and Houghton–Hancock Bridge. You'll also find Mont Ripley Ski Area and Copper Hoist Chair Lift within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a fireplace, a memory foam mattress, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

No, but this vacation home does have a sauna.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial), which is 5.7 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House?

Yes, every house at Kemp's Lake Front Guest House comes with a patio.

Kemp's Lake Front Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the cottage…bed was very comfy and view was wonderful. Bathroom was huge. It was one of the most-relaxing get-aways that we’ve had in a while and the cottage owner was easy to contact with questions. There is some construction as you pull into the drive (I thought we were in the wrong place). It’s good that the cottage windows are NOT on the backside; so once you are in, you don’t see the construction—only the lovely view of the water and buildings in Houghton. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place in Upper Peninsula Michigan

Loved the stay, the views, and everything about the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Carnival Weekend

The cabin was beautiful and exactly what we were looking for! The kitchen and bathrooms were fully stocked with everything you need to be comfortable and the view is amazing. Also, bonus heated floors throughout!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

The property was exceptional. The management was incredibly helpful, making it the perfect retreat to unwind after long days of sledding. Definitely a 10/10 experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

What a wonderful home. Our family visited for MTU graduation and throughly enjoyed our stay. Home was perfect and had every amenity to make your stay feel like home. Highly recommend! Thank you for an incredible stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renata G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

The house was amazing it had everything we needed and the backyard is excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful lake shore getaway

Our stay was just what we were looking for! On a beautiful lake, a GORGEOUS house, a sauna!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and location

Fantastic views of Dollar Bay, well stocked and spotless home. Beds were cozy, host was friendly and responsive - perfect stay!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norm c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property!

We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property and highly recommended it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Experience

We had an amazing time at the property. Sandy, the owner, was extremely nice, attentive and communicative. Our entire group had fun enjoying the lake, dock, outside fire pits and scenery. The house is new and very well done and appointed well. We are already making plans to try to go back for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

elora n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Copper country cruising

My family of 5 stayed in this beautiful home. We enjoyed morning coffee on the patio and amazing evening sunsets. The location is perfect for day trips to see all the area has to offer. We will undoubtedly return to this magical property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael J., Minneapolis, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week in the UP

Property is as advertised. Awesome for a week stay. The house was a little hard to find the first time because you cannot see it from the road, but being secluded was a great benefit. The house had everthing we needed. Overall a great rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maren F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A picture perfect Thanksgiving

This beautiful lakefront home was the setting for a Thanksgiving to remember. Our son lives in Houghton and we wanted a place that would feel like home away from home for the holiday. I especially wanted a kitchen in which I would enjoy cooking Thanksgiving dinner - it was perfect! Everything I needed, from cookware, to mixers to utensils was right there! To top it off, even the dishes for serving were lovely! The rest of the house was full of nice touches including lovely linens, towels and plush blankets. And the view is postcard worthy!!! The house itself is beautifully designed and crafted with high-end finishes in every room. In addition to everything else, the owner, Sandy, was extremely prompt and helpful whenever I had a question. Needless to say, we all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and would love to return to this home in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect long weekend!

Our family was in town for a fall wedding and couldn’t have asked for a better stay. The custom home was very unique and homey, accommodations were perfect and the views were from a dream. Woke up one morning to fog that burned off the water by 10am. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Michigan Trip

Very nice clean area, people were really friendly and the Host were very helpful with everything we needed. We will be back for a longer stay I believe.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

House was lovely and view was beautiful. Spent many hours just enjoying the outdoor deck-playing bags, having smores in the firepit, just drinking tea outside in the morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house and location

We had a great week. The house is beautiful and the host was very attentive when we had questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, Zen-Like and Positive Energy.

Just came home plan to rebook for next year. Fantastic experience. The house is located on the most spectacular peninsula jutting out into Portage Lake. The accommodations are well designed and tastefully decorated. This is a special place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful lake house

This property worked perfectly for our family. Gave us a great location to explore the area. Would recommend this five star property to anyone looking for a comfortable lake cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wish we didn’t have to leave!

Beautiful home. Beautiful scenery. Nice smart TV and surround system. Got a great night’s sleep on 1 of the two very comfortable king sized beds. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome view

Amazing rental with an awesome view. You. Won’t be disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

mona lisa g.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

This place is wonderful! Bed is comfy, living room is comfortable, both rooms have a great view of the lake. Kitchen has all the appliances you'll need. The owner is wonderfully responsive to your questions and needs. A+++ place to stay. Beautiful place, beautiful view... Hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and property

Everything about this place was perfect! It was cozy and relaxing and so close to MTU campus. The view from the deck was breathtaking, and we were able to see the torchlight parade and fireworks at the end of Winter Carnival. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023