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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Explore the area
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Crossings at Sault Ste Marie Golf Course
Place, Crossings at Sault Ste Marie Golf Course
6 min drive
Rotary Park
Place, Rotary Park
6 min drive
Kewadin Casino
Place, Kewadin Casino
7 min drive
Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)
Airport, Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)
29 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
guest room
1 Queen Bed
Master
1 Queen Bed
Waterfront Room
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Hall Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Laundry room bath
Toilet
master
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
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!
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Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore!
Sault Ste. Marie
Ranch style, waterfront property! Great for boat watchers. Freighters galore!
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Sault Ste. Marie
Located in Sault Ste. Marie, this holiday home is on the beach. Crossings at Sault Ste Marie Golf Course and Soo Brewing Company and 1668 Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rotary Park and Whitefish Island. Travelling with kids? Consider Agawa Canyon Tour Trains, or check out an event or a game at Pullar Stadium.
Crossings at Sault Ste Marie Golf Course - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Rotary Park - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Kewadin Casino - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
Water Street Historic Block - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
Soo Locks - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Sault Ste. Marie, ON (YAM-Sault Ste. Marie Airport) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Prime Cuts - 11 min drive
Taco Bell - 10 min drive
Wendy's - 10 min drive
Dairy Queen - 23 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.
How much does it cost to stay at Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River on 18 Aug 2026 start from AU$522, 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.
How much is parking at Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River?
On-site parking is available at the 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?
Checkout 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 holiday 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 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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A wonderful house in a beautiful location! We really enjoyed the freighter traffic passing silently by just yards away through the river. The house is very comfortable, plenty of seating inside and out. Easy to go into Sault Ste. Marie, MI for food, drinks, museums and tours. Diana, the owner, was very kind and fun to speak to via text. Great stay!
We highly recommend this property and have stayed here annually for the past few years. Owner keeps making updates each year. Prime location for watching the ships!
I always look forward to coming back to this quiet and peaceful home ideally located right on the St Marys river. Clean and comfortable with lots of amenities. Everything you need is provided. Lots of comfortable chairs on the deck and a good sized fire pit. Nice walk in shower in the master suite. Only a short drive to the Soo Locks or just sit on the deck and watch the freighters go by. Highly recommended!
Very clean, great location, well-appointed with a lot of nice features like ceiling fans everywhere, even in the bathrooms, lots of comfortable seating inside and out, plenty of paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, and just about anything you need in the kitchen! The ships going by day and night were amazing and beautiful. We even had a glimpse of the Northern Lights! We loved our stay and hope to be back!
What a beautiful home! So thankful for a quiet peaceful space spent with my husband. The location was perfect for watching freighters go by on the river. Would definitely love to stay again with another couple. Plenty of space to share with friends and/or family.
This is the fourth year I've stayed at this property, and I've already booked it for 2026. The house is so comfortable and stocked with anything you need. We loved watching the freighters go by. Even saw a cruise ship pass.
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.
Your home was amazing. we couldn't have asked for more. The home was very inviting, i would have been easily content on just staying at the house. if there was anything to nit pick on, it would be my vacation wasnt long enough, and maybe some how an easier path to the beach/water Thank you so much would love to stay there again
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.
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!
Lovely home to use as a home base. Loved seeing the freighters going by. Enjoyed the wildlife this year, Cranes flying south in giant V’s. Bald Eagle Juveniles (4) and 1 Adult Bald Eagle every day, 7 Swans came in for the night. Enjoyed Burgers at Clyde’s Drive In at Rotary Park in Sault St Marie. Enjoyed a whitefish sandwich at the Country Corner Restaurant in Barbeau.Drove down to De Tour to see the top of Lake Huron, the Drummond Island Ferry and saw Pilot boats and the Herbert C Jackson freighter which 3 hours earlier had passed the house was just going from the St Mary’s River down-bound into Lake Huron.Very comfortable place to stay. Diana is very quick to reply if you have a question.
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!
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.
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!