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Riverside Retreat, sit back and relax...:-)

Riverside guesthouse in Sault Ste. Marie with a sauna

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous
Property grounds
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
NZ$246
avg per night

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$246
avg per night

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About the area

Sault Ste. Marie

Located in Sault Ste. Marie, this guesthouse is on the waterfront. Rotary Park and Whitefish Island reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Agawa Canyon Tour Trains and Fort Creek Conservation Area. 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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What's nearby

  • Kewadin Casino - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Water Street Historic Block - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Soo Locks - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Lake Superior State University - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Agawa Canyon Tour Trains - 12 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Riverside Retreat, sit back and relax...:-)

It’s time to sit back and relax you’re on river time! This 1200 sqft apartment was designed for guests rest, relaxation and fun. Conveniently located near shopping, dining and outdoor activities although you may never want to leave the peace and relaxation. Take in the incredible views of the river from the comforts of patio furniture and umbrella while you watch the massive and majestic ships pass by. Take a steamy hot Sauna then jump into the river to cool off. Book a tour charter on a massive cabin cruiser and just sit back and relax! Breathtaking views in a beautiful apartment makes this an unforgettable riverside destination.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children shall be watched closely by the water
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
#1. Please start a load of dishes upon checkout . #2. Quiet time is 10:00 pm to 7:00am. #3. You’re welcome to use the dock and swim area and Sauna
#4 Children must be supervised at all times around swimming area. #5. Absolutely no going out on ice during winter.
#5. This is a self check in property and all guests certify that you are willing and able to follow the instructions that are being provided by VRBO

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Retreat, sit back and relax...:-) pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Retreat, sit back and relax...:-)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Retreat, sit back and relax...:-)?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Riverside Retreat, sit back and relax...:-) located?

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

Reviews

Riverside Retreat, sit back and relax...:-) Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 204 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is wonderful The view of the river and marine traffic is not to be missed. We tracked the ships and watched all of them we could. It was agood location for the falls and whitefish point. Not to mention the interesting So locks. We especially enjoyed the gas firetable and the bathroom up and down stairs. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay. It was as comfortable as we remembered. Everything was great and we couldn’t wait to watch the ships like we did last time. It’s a perfect location for that! We also appreciate having laundry available. We’ll be back for sure.
View from living room
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is awesome. Lake freighters, cruise boats, etc, travel past going up bound and down bound. The living room windows offer full view. The upstairs bedroom is as charming as it can be. The location also allows for quick access to Soo shopping and tourist attractions. Love this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selena W.

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

Great place for a family vacation

Stayed here with my Husband and 3 year old daughter and had a great time. Perfect location on the water. The place was clean and Marc was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie A.

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

Great view

Very clean, Mark is a very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

Nice Spot To Relax

Had a great time at this property. Very quiet and relaxing area. The view onto the river is great. Marc was very responsive with a couple of questions we had during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Beautiful Guest House in Sault St Marie

The house is immaculate and equipped with everything you need or want. It is beautifully decorated. The beds and bedding are luxurious. The property is amazing. We spent a lot of time on the swing by the St Mary’s River watching freighters cruise ships and all kinds of pleasure boats and jet ski. I enjoyed watching the ducks and birds. Definitely 5 stars!!
Me by the swing
A cruise ship passing by
Jeff fusing off the dock
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Best Place on the River!

This location is perfect for boat watching. The perfect size for a couple people. Great patio to sit in the sun and read or chat. Very cool fire feature for the evenings too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary S.

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

Beautiful view & relaxing scenery

The view of the river was so nice in the evenings to watch the sunset. There was great star gazing, and we were able to see some meteors as well. The property was well-managed, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

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

Freighters delight.

Stay was wonderful! Loved watching the freighters go by.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

CINDY H.

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

Ships, ships, ships

Entertaining to watch ships! Location was conveniently located, easy to navigate to whole area. House was comfortable and charming. Looking forward to my next stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karey M.

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

Thanksgiving

Marc’s place was great. Check in was easy and communication was great. Home was clean and very cozy. We loved watching the freighters.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti Z.

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

Check in

Check in was very easy. Really enjoyed our stay. Hopefully we will be back next year. Kitchen garbage was not removed from previous renter. No big deal we took care of it. Stove top was not cleaned, but we didn’t use the stove. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alyson c.

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

Riverside Retreat

Came up to the Soo for hockey state championship. Not wanting to stay 4 days in a hotel we took a chance on a Vrbo. Riverside Retreat did not disappoint and exceeded our expectations! Comfy, cozy, view was exceptional. Location was perfect and Marc was an attentive host!Great weekend overall!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari B.

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

Sault St. Marie..Mich

Great location...owner answered issues quickly..beds were super comfy.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

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

Happy Place!!

We love Riverside Retreat. Location is unbeatable. Property is perfect for enjoying the river and watching the ships. Looking forward to 2024!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

l j.

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

Very Pleasant !

Property was clean, outside of town so not noisy and busy ! Easy access. Spa was a nice bonus! Watching freighters go by was a treat also !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M.

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

Wonderful Relaxing Experience

We had a lovely time. The property was so well thought out and exceptionally clean. The stay was very quiet and the location was amazing. We were able to watch several lakers on the St Marys River. Would highly recommend and stay again. Our only regret is that we didn’t stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

C H.

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

Very clean and the owner is awesome.

I stayed here while on business. Marc was very accommodating. This is my second time around with Marc and will be back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marlene F.

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

Comfortable

Beautiful accommodations. Great view of freighters from the living room. Since weather was cool, this was very comfortable. Spent 2 days, watching freighters, never left. Marc was an outstanding host!One minor complaint, outdoor furniture was dirty. I understand how difficult it is to maintain, but how about all weather, waterproof furniture?I definitely would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE S.

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

New Years in the Soo

Second time staying here. Beds are comfortable. We feel right at home. Kitchen has everything you need. The river was pretty active with freighters.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Relaxing at it's best!!

What a fantastic stay at Riverside Retreat! Everything was well stocked from the bathrooms to the kitchen. The location was perfect and we all enjoyed sitting outside to watch the ships that went by. Many nights we were up much later than usual waiting for just one more ship to go by! I have already recommended the property to multiple friends and would love to stay again sometime.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Supriya D., Carmel, IN

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

It's a very nice place to stay.

Stayed with my family and all of us enjoyed our stay there. Wish the property was available for a longer time - we could get it only for 2 nights. Marc has kept everything in the property that someone would need to stay. Just bring our toothbrush and clothes, rest of the things are all there. We enjoyed the fire-pit, the sauna, the grill and kayaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Perfect getaway to relax and explore

This was the perfect spot for our first trip to Sault Ste. Marie. The home was extremely welcoming and we could immediately tell it was freshly cleaned. The view of the passing boats was incredible. My family enjoyed seeing them all pass through the day. This location was great for outdoor hikes, local shopping and dining. I highly recommend! Like previous reviews have stated it did feel like home. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

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

Relaxing by the River

The unit was exactly as advertised and extremely clean. We stayed with our two adult children and enjoyed the freighter traffic on the river. The unit was a perfect home base for touring the sights and sounds of the UP as it was only (1hr) from Mackinac Island (1.5hr) from Whitefish Point and (2hrs) from Pictured Rocks. Marc was a great host readily available for any questions or help. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023