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Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore!

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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View of the house from the back yard!
King Bed!
Full size bed.
3rd bedroom. 2 twins!
Check out the view from the living and dining room!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Kewadin Casino
  • Place, Soo Locks
  • Place, Lake Superior State University
  • Airport, Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore!

Within 5 miles of Downtown Sault Ste. Marie, this 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Ranch style home is situated on the St. Mary's River System!
The large picture window in the living room, makes it very easy to watch the freighters and other boat traffic go by. Plus! If you have your own boat, there is a marina less than 1/4 mile away!
Other attractions less than 5 miles away are the Kewadin Casino, Clyde's Drive-In, Birdseye Outfitters, The Tower of History, Valley Camp Museum and the Soo Locks Boat Tours!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs are allowed.
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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 are allowed on site
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

About the area

Sault Ste. Marie

Located in Sault Ste. Marie, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Museum Ship Valley Camp and River of History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Agawa Canyon Tour Trains and Water Street Historic Block. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Pullar Stadium or GFL Memorial Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sault Ste. Marie, MI

What's nearby

  • Kewadin Casino - 4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Water Street Historic Block - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Soo Locks - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lake Superior State University - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Agawa Canyon Tour Trains - 12 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, ON (YAM-Sault Ste. Marie Airport) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore!?

As of 2 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore! on 1 December 2025 start from NZ$435.01, 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 Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Rotary Park, Crossings at Sault Ste Marie Golf Course and Kewadin Casino. Water Street Historic Block and Pullar Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 233 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The house is clean and the location is wonderful for boat watching! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place with great views. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it, great location on the river. Saw several freighters. Beautifully decorated. Very cozy. The kitchen had everything we needed. We definitely will do it again next year for our fall conference.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home right on the St. Mary River, so we saw freighters go by on their way to the Soo Locks. Clean, organized, and tidy. The only thing we did not like was the small human size furry wolf in the corner of the kitchen as you walked in the door. Very creepy! We put him in the closet during our stay. Inside very clean but outside of house had lots of spiders and webs, only reason for reduced stars on cleanliness. Enjoyed our stay! Very convenient to Soo Locks and Agawa Canyon Train trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID R W.

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

1st Sault stay

Everything was as described. Freighters were frequent and fun to watch (down load Marine Traffic app.) Town was close and plenty of choices to eat. Great time was had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SesiLee C.

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

Great stay

Perfect stay for our family during the winter months, path was shoveled house was clean and warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Perfect little house on the river

Great for watching freighters on the river. Excellent living room furniture and large backyard!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was way too short!! One week was not enough!!If you're a Boatnerd you'll love watching all the Lake Freighters, Coast Guard Vessels and others going by. The house was well equipped for cooking in and the beds and living areas very comfortable. The Soo Locks are less than 4 miles away as is the shopping district for souvenirs and a cup of your favorite coffee or a meal. Thanks for the privilege of staying in this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Winter stay

This little vrbo was so nice! It was cozy, warm, and just the right size. Great view, and wells stocked
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA S.

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

Relax...

Darlene was fantastic to work with. Answered our questions immediately. Our VRBO was very clean, bed was extremely comfortable...supplied with anything one could need...freighters interesting and fun to watch...having coffee out front chitchatting with our family awesome! We will stay again. Thank you Darlene for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy D.

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

Great location

Need luggage racks. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

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

A place by the water

The host was gracious and had great communication. The place was clean and spacious. We needed salt for the sidewalk and extra toilet paper but they were both easy to locate in the hall closet and cupboards. Thank you for the sticker and postcard gifts!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., Grand Rapids MI

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

Beautiful spot on the river

Very comfortable, spotless, beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi J.

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

Great Stay

Loved this rental! Very homey and super clean. The beds are comfortable and the linens are quality. Add the river view from the patio and this was a perfect home base for a week of UP sightseeing.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

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

Serene

This was what I had hoped for...a respite. The cottage was nice, the freighters magnificent, and I was rejuvinated. It was over new year's and doing puzzles and watching out the window was just what I needed. Great for my small dogs and sister.m.m.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonia H.

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

Wonderful

It was a wonderful place to stay. The house was clean and had everything we could need for the weekend. We loved the view and the amazing sunrises! Also the LOVED the heated floors! Will definitely be back to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa L.

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

River stay

This is a beautiful place right on the river, very clean and a nice yard. Bonus that it is dog friendly although mine ended up staying home. Slightly outside of town which we preferred so it was quieter.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Relaxing!

We stayed for a relaxing week. The property wad perfect for that. Closer enough for a few day trips, but peaceful when we got home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great location to see freighters!

This is our second time staying here. Great spot to view the freighters coming and going from the locks from inside the home. Love the yard for our dog and the closeness to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly T.

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

A Gem!

Quiet, clean, beautiful, the puctures don't do this property justice! Only minor complaint, was additional blankets would be great for those always cold people.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

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

Watch the boats

We booked this place because from previous trips I knew it was located as advertised where you can watch boats right from the front of the house. House fit our needs very well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

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

Great freighter views

This quaint rancher has a great view of freighters. The home was easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore P., Ithaca, MI

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

Fishing weekend

We had an absolutely beautiful time, and everything was exactly as described. We could not say enough about how much relaxing location this is. We aabsolutely will do again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

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

Awesome View

Right on the St Marys river. Quaint property. Everything one needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

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

Great little house

We spent two nights here for a bit of a reprieve between camping trips, and it was just what we needed. The house was clean and comfortable. The big yard was fun for the kids, and the view of the St Marys river was beautiful. We ate all our meals on the back patio enjoying the view of the river and watching the ships go by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Darlene

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This home has been in the family for years and now we want to share it with others! We hope you'll love it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

This property within 5 miles of many attractions, or you can enjoy the relaxation that being at the house provides!

What makes this property unique

You will fall in love with the large picture window! The view is hard to beat and the location is great!

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