Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(153 Ratings)

House in Wisconsin

14 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Newer home on Portage Canal with beautiful views. Fire pit, grill, outdoor eating.
Large and spacious. Fully equipped kitchen. Central air conditioning, WIFI, and cable TV. Rural yet close to town (3 miles from all attractions, restaurants, universities, shopping, etc.) All you need to bring is food, soaps, and toiletries. We have plenty of parking for trailers and snowmobilers machines.
Reservations are from Saturday to Saturday (June 15-30, July, and August) Sept-June 15th is a 3 day minimum stay.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Map of Wisconsin

Nearby attractions

Horicon National Wildlife Refuge

246.9 mi

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Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat

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5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(153 Ratings)

House in Wisconsin

14 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Map of Wisconsin

Nearby attractions

Horicon National Wildlife Refuge

246.9 mi

Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(153 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Location was amazing with close access to town restaurants and shops with Lake Superior at our fingertips!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Our annual getaway was phenomenal. The property was exactly what we were looking for. More than enough space for all of us. Incredibly clean and well stocked (kitchen, bathrooms, laundry). The sauna was a big hit. Swimming was excellent and location was convenient. We would absolutely stay again.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

We had 8 in our group which was perfect for us to have plenty of space to move around and everyone got their own bed. It was a good location to do all the sight seeing that we had planned. The hosts were very easy to communicate with.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

We stayed here for a week with two big family’s. Enough room for all. Beautiful location close to copper harbor and Brockway mountain drive, a must see when your this far north. Definitely exceeded expectations and the owner was very helpful and sweet

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

We loved the property and the hosts. It is perfect for a larger group. The kids swam pretty much every day. We enjoyed our evenings around the fire pit. The hosts were very responsive and not intrusive. I highly recommend this property.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

We had a group of 11 stay at the Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat for 3 nights and had a wonderful time. The location is beautiful and peaceful. We were close enough to all the hiking we wanted to do and even dinner in downtown. The house was clean and well organized and our hosts were incredibly kind and communicative. We cannot recommend this place enough!!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Exceptional! Location was perfect! Near the University and town yet quiet at night. Very well equipped kitchen, plenty of towels for everyone, well stocked toiletries. Hosts were very attuned to our needs. It was a great stay, made lifetime family memories! Would definitely stay again!

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

This is the third year our group stayed here for a long weekend of skiing and visiting. Great location and accommodations.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

Owners were fabulous to work with.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

This place was nice! Clean and host was excellent! I wouldnt hesitate to stay again. Easy to get to the snowmobile trails. 2 thimbs up. Thank you!

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

Great stay and great hosts!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

5 couples on a Fall color atv ride. Worked out great for us. Close to everything you need Trail access on atvs was easy. Plenty of room to sit and visit. Fire pit along the canal was perfect end of the evening spot. Hosts were very easy to communicate with. Made everything simple.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Nice property. Very clean house. Well organized.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Our family’s stay at the Red House was awesome! It was a very spacious yet cozy home full of nice amenities. The sauna was put to good use every day and we all enjoyed multiple jumps in the lake as well. Lori was helpful and quick to respond to any inquiries. The only downfall was having to leave at the end of our week! We would definitely love to come back again!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

The home is perfect for a big group, great deck overlooking the water, nice dock on the water and the host's are fantastic.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

We had 3 families for our annual week and this was our first time to Houghton. Kids range from 9-16. House was perfect location with easy access to many of the places we explored, most within an hour. Yard was great for wiffle ball and volleyball. Fire pit large enough for all to enjoy. The deck and dock were perfect for watching the ranger and sipping a cup of coffee. 11 minute drive to Breakers to watch the beautiful sunsets. As expected per the instructions, we needed to bring all toiletries (soaps, shampoo, conditioner). Kitchen has enough pans, utensils, dishes to make large meals so just bring the food. Bring beach towels and blankets for the beaches.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The Rocky Shores Retreat was amazing. The house was clean and move in ready! The host responded really quickly to every communication. The addition of the washer and dryer with detergent provided was so appreciated!! We made use of all of the amenities - dock, fire pit, sauna!!! We will definitely book here again!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

We had an absolutely amazing time at this beautiful home! Everything was perfect and the hosts were absolutely fabulous with responding to any question or need that arose! Thank you for a memorable week!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

This is our third year spending a week at Rocky Shores and we hope to keep coming back. Phil and Lori are great and very responsive hosts. The house fits our group of 13 perfectly. We love fishing and swimming off the dock and enjoying evening bonfires. The location is great with easy access to grocery stores, local restaurants and shops.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Great place to stay. Everything you need and so clean

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Amazing property, lots of space, hosts were very accommodating and helpful. Views were spectacular and the amenities of the property were fantastic!

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

We booked this property based on the access to the trail (2-3 miles away from the property). Unfortunately, due to unseasonal weather the road shoulder did not allow for trail access from the property. Although we looked to the canal as a possible option, some poor ice conditions made this a potentially unsafe option. Ultimately, we ended up trailering snowmobiles each day which had both positive and negative implications. The house had some unexpected perks including a mud room with separate "locker" spaces so each rider could stow their gear. We really appreciated access to a garage for storing and working on snowmobiles (we have learned that this is a rare treat). The sauna was utilized by riders after a long day of riding and was able to warm riders feeling the chill. The sauna had a shower which turned out to be utilized more frequently than anticipated. One of the showers on the main floor lacked privacy due to being in the laundry room surrounded by windows. The other shower/full bath was located inside one of the bedrooms which got a little awkward. The upstairs half bath was rather small and was located between two bedrooms across from two of the open beds which made it also awkward to use in the middle of the night. It was very handy having the laundry and we appreciated the large island for cooking and prepping meals along with the additional seating. The parking was large as advertised. We would recommend marking with a flag or a pole the large rock (covered in snow) at the bottom of the parking as we ended up hitting it with the trailer. Overall we would stay here again in the future, and found the hosts to be very pleasant, responsive and helpful.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2023

This home was perfect for our yearly cross country ski vacation in the Houghton area. Plenty of room for family and friends, and we really enjoyed the sauna after a long day on the trails. We will be back!

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Plenty of room in all areas of the house, big parking lot was a huge plus, close to town, overall a great place to stay!

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Great location. Property has everything you need to have a large group stay in the Houghton area. Will stay there again!

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

More than happy with the property .

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

We enjoyed a wonderful stay in Houghton thanks to Lori and Phil. Accommodations were clean, comfy and well equipped. Hosts were very responsive and easily accessible should any need arise. Thank you again for making our stay easy and enjoyable.

4.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

We had a good time staying at this home, the owners did a great job helping us with icy parking situation, so we would not have issue to get out every day. The house was very clean, practical, had a big kitchen and great garage space for all our ski bags. The sauna was fantastic! The only small issue was that the lights flickered when we had too many devices working at the same time, which was tiring to eyes later in the day. But the location of the house was very convenient to the ski venue, to downtown and skiing on the canal right next to the house was just priceless! There was a lot of parking space as well! This is the best vacation home for a big family with kids since there are so many beds in the loft for kids to have fun when waking up and going to bed! Thank you!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Went home to Houghton to have a Celebration of Life for my mother. The house was perfect for our family. We were able to share share alot of memories & laughs. The added bonus was the beautiful color of the leaves and the Sauna.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Wonderful property, beautiful view of the water, plenty of space and lots of beds! Very clean house and fully equipped kitchen! Very relaxing weekend! Thank you!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2022

Everything was exactly as advertised. Excellent communication with the host!! Simple check in and check out.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

This is a large home, fit the six of us nicely. Great sauna. We made full use of the waterfront location, boating, swimming and kayaking. We also loved the firepit and deck.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

This is a very nice place to stay! We went on a lot of day trips to see the beautiful areas of Porcupine Mountains, drives up to Copper Harbor a few times, the beachs and waterfalls! So much to see! The house was a great place to come back to for supper and unwind. The kids had fun fishing and jumping off the dock. The owners were great in response to questions and help. Thanks for a great time. August 2022

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

I can only say good things about our stay. The house was perfect for our group of 14. The owner was responsive and super helpful with any questions. We spent a lot of time at the house, but also ventured out in all directions to take in the awesome scenery of the UP. I highly recommend visiting this part of MI and staying at this house will only enhance your stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Wonderful place to stay!

Wonderful place to stay!

We had a women's retreat weekend for the ladies from our church at this home! It was a perfect location and very peaceful. We would highly recommend!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Family weekend

Family weekend

We loved our stay in every way ~ It was just perfect for our family!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Great Beautiful Place

Great Beautiful Place

Beautiful house on water they had everything you could need for the kitchen!!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Great Vacation Home

Great Vacation Home

Excellent place to stay in the UP!!!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Perfect Gathering Place

Perfect Gathering Place

Easy to find. Very close to town. When we pulled up to the house, the view was breathtaking. Better than advertised. Communication with Lori was delightful. She is very thoughtful and kind. We walked in and were greeted by a large mud room with a cubby for each family. The kitchen was our gathering place. We brought the food and the rest was there for us. Comfortable living room and a nice dining table. Beautiful laundry area with a shower and separate bathroom. All quite pretty. One beautiful bedroom with another bath downstairs. Upstairs there are enough beds to house a baseball team, as well as another bathroom. Bedding is very nice. I love all the quilts. Garage was available and there is a sauna that was much enjoyed. It was a wonderful weekend thanks in large part to all of us being able to stay together at this home! Thank you for having our Crew!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

The perfect getaway

The perfect getaway

Lori and Phil are incredible hosts. They were happy to accommodate every need we had. This trip was very sentimental and meaningful to my family and I would not have trusted anybody else to host us. The location is perfect for a stay in Houghton. Even the view from the living room was exquisite in the morning as we sipped our coffee. I couldn’t not recommend this location enough.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Wisconsin?

The average price for a rental in Wisconsin is $205 per night. This rental is $245 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat

House in Wisconsin

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Wisconsin

Nearby attractions

Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat

House in Wisconsin

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Wisconsin

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Wisconsin?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Houghton Canal Rocky Shore Retreat?

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