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

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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 684 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Kewadin Casino
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Soo Locks
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Lake Superior State University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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!

Property manager

Darlene
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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. Notable landmarks in the area include Soo Locks and Agawa Canyon Tour Trains. 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 - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Water Street Historic Block - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Soo Locks - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lake Superior State University - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Agawa Canyon Tour Trains - 15 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
  • ‪Clyde's Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mulligan's Irish Pub - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 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.

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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 215 reviews

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the peaceful stay. Will absolutely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee O.

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

The Cardinal’s Nest was Perfect

Having a fully equipped home away from home was perfect for our family vacation. So much better than a hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

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

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

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

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

craig f.

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

Craig

WE enjoyed our stay. Darlene was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Great spot

Very clean, great location, cool view. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for ship watching easy to get to town
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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

phyllis o.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Great view of the boats
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Perfection

The Soo is a favorite for me and this place just adds to it. Perfect spot. Quiet with great freighter viewing. Second time here and many more to book!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke L.

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

Short getaway

We had a great stay! We loved watching the ships go by from the house! We wished we had booked this house for longer! Would certainly book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

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

Amazing views of freigho

Stayed one night with the family on way back down to lower peninsula, loved the cute house, cleanliness and freighter views from back window!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy M., Grand Rapids MI

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

Lovely spot

We enjoyed our stay here-our second time. Comfy beds and great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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

Belinda V.

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

Great View of Freighters

The house is very nice. The furniture is comfortable, the TV had a good selection of channels. The yard is spacious and the view of the freighters going past on the river was awesome! The location was great; close to the locks, Rotary Park and the grocery store. Darlene was
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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

8/10 Good

Teresa L.

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

Weekend getaway

Beautiful home with a stunning location. Felt very much at home
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Dorothy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

Very nice place, to many cob webs though, in the lights and ceiling corners
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Great location

What a great place to have as a home base for any Sault Ste. Marie experience. The drive into town is quick and scenic. If you just want to stay in, the views over the water are gorgeous and peaceful. Darlene is very responsive and helpful. Looking forward to returning for another stay to explore more of the UP!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte G.

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

Our favorite UP getaway!

We love staying here! Has quickly turned into our favorite UP getaway to watch the freighters and take our own boat on the river as the boat launch is just down the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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