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Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River

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On the beach, sun loungers
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River

***Three bedrooms; 2 queens and one double bed total.***
Located 4 miles from downtown Sault, MI is our little piece of heaven! Situated on the lower St. Mary's River, you'll have a private sandy beach to swim, tan, fish, or even snowmobile and ski in the winter.
One of the very few properties with shallow water for the whole family to enjoy. Sit on the newly constructed deck and become a "boat nerd" while marveling at the gentle giants traveling the river. Close enough to run downtown for dinner, yet secluded enough for a private family vacation!
The house was built in 1984 by our local high school. We have knocked out walls, installed new lighting and ceiling fans in every room, new toilets, new mattresses and linens, a new deck, new paint throughout the whole house, new stainless appliances, a new gas grill on the deck, new dryer, and a combination kcup/traditional coffee maker.
There is a wheelchair ramp at the front door, and the master bathroom is wheelchair accessible.

Wifi is enabled throughout the house.
We have named this property Mohawk Acres. It's located on the site of the former Mohawk Supper Club and Taffey Abel Lodge.
Clarence "Taffy" Abel didn't start playing hockey until his late teens. In a few short years he became the flag bearer for the 1924 US Olympic team, the only Native American flag bearer, the first American born NHL player, winner of the Olympic silver medal in 1924, and two Stanley Cups in his 8 years in the NHL.
He returned to the Sault to coach and opened a supper club called Taffy's Lodge. The Detroit Red Wings ran their summer camp in the Sault at the Pullar arena from 48-58. Legend has it that many of the players and coaches spent some "quality" at Taffy's place!
Taffy passed away in 1964. The Lake Superior State hockey arena is now named after Taffy. Be sure to check out a game when you're in town!

Property manager

Diana Gaines

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • 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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

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Sault Ste. Marie, MI

What's nearby

  • Kewadin Casino - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Water Street Historic Block - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Soo Locks - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Lake Superior State University - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Agawa Canyon Tour Trains - 18 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, ON (YAM-Sault Ste. Marie Airport) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Irish Pub - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sandro's - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sault Ste. Marie vacation home is within 6 mi (10 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 mi (10 km).

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Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
north vacation
very nice place and location ,lots of things to see and do
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great vacation home
nice clean house. Great beach and view of lake freighters Enjoyed our stay and hope to be back next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

gerard s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
A good Time
a nice place to relax and enjoy. the scenery is fantastic, the air is fresh,and the privacy is unmatched.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Freighter Heaven!
Such a beautiful spot to view freighters and enjoy being outdoors. Inside has everything you need and then some. Plenty of room and beautiful rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
UP trip with sisters
Wonderful house right on the river. Easy to communicate with the owner. Great location, freighters visible in river right outside. House was clean and orderly with lovely decor items I wish I had in my own home. Will definitely stay again if I get up this way.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, classy
I always look forward to coming back to this home on the St Marys River. Perfect location just fifteen minutes from the Soo Locks. Very comfortable with lots of space. Very nice deck with lots of comfortable chairs for freighter watching. The owner is always making improvements. It’s a pleasure to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation
Very private and wooded property on the River with a neat sand beach and great views of interesting maritime traffic. Close to town yet feels off in the woods. Repeat visitor!
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time on the River.
We had a wonderful stay. This was a perfect VRBO for our family. The host is perfect to work with. We look forward to watching the freighters.We look forward to future stays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great visit
This is the third year I've stayed at this property, and I'm already booked for next summer. Comfortable, lovely, well stocked home. Loved the improvements made since last year. Enjoy watching the freighters from the large deck. And it's close if you want to head into town for dinner or other activities. It's a perfect getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place!
The property had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great time
house was clean and have great view of freighters from deck. we will be back again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Freighter Paradise
This is the second time I've stayed in this location and have already booked another trip. Beautiful home on a perfect freighter viewing lot in an amazing town with lots to see. The home was very clean and had everything we needed. No complaints!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Great views of freighters
We enjoyed the deck and fire pit and modern kitchen appliances in addition to the vintage decor. Furniture was all very comfortable and rooms were large enough to spread out. Master bedroom was well equipped for handicap use. Being close to Sault st Marie gave us options for tourist places to visit. Using the app for freighters gave us the chance to observe many ships going by. We also saw an eagle on the beach twice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Wonderful house right on the St Mary's River with a great view of the many freighters passing by. Close to town for dinner or shopping. We enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Great place for a quiet weekend getaway. Very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglass J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded expectations
Spent three amazing nights. Wanted a place where my 97 year old mother could watch freighters. Could not have found a better place. Exceptionally clean and well stocked. Charming up north decor. Master bedroom has a thoughtfully laid out handicap accessible bathroom. Location was excellent for riding my bicycle, went to Sugar Island on one of my rides. My wife and I will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
We loved our stay. We truly enjoyed watching the freighters right from the deck! The beach was amazing, the house was clean, and the deck was large enough for a bonfire and the six of us to relax and unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
We stayed for five days this year and we always enjoy this residence. This year it was hot so we took full advantage of the shallow beach, cold water and large deck. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Beach on the river with the best freighter views Very private property with large trees and nature. The home was clean, comfortable and well appointed. We are returning next summer!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Freighter in your front yard
We enjoyed watching freighters go by and having a fire on the deck. Great location !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Floyd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of big boats
Great house and location. Surrounding trees give a real feeling of seclusion. Surreal having a full size cruise ship glide by on the river. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation location
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Loved sitting on the deck, watching the boats go by and listening to the birds, the waves, and the breeze through the trees. Perfect place to relax between activities. We felt like we were at home. Diana has provided everything we could need. Stayed here last year and have already made a reservation for next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on the river!
I always look forward to visiting this clean and comfortable home right on the St Marys River. It’s a great freighter watching spot and the Soo Locks are a short drive away. The house is cozy and welcoming and the owner is quick to respond to questions and very flexible. Some good restaurants in Sault Ste Marie and on the Canadian side too.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Returning visitor
Just the way we left it last year, hope we are able to return for years to come! Thank you Diana
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!!! Clean, great location, room, ships
We came up for LSSU graduation with the grandparents, my husband & I and our adult daughter. The place was perfect!!! We had room to be together or separate. The multiple bathrooms made it easier for everyone to get ready for the day. We had dinner on the deck one night & at the dining room the next due to weather. We VERY much enjoyed watching the ships go by as well. I would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024