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

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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
AU$318
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
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

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

Room

  • 111.5 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Price is AU$318 avg per night,

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About the area

Sault Ste. Marie

Located in Sault Ste. Marie, this guesthouse 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.

What's nearby

  • Kewadin Casino - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Soo Locks - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Lake Superior State University - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Agawa Canyon Tour Trains - 15 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Algoma University - 21 min drive - 17.3 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 - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 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).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 182 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Perfect Summer Getaway

We had so much fun staying at the Riverside Retreat! It was clean, perfect location, and had all the amenities! We loved watching the freighters go by, go for a swim at the little beach, and make snores in the evening time. Our kids had an absolute blast! Marc was a fantastic host!! We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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

Gail V.

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

Ladies Getaway

Three long-freinds chose Sault Ste. Marie as a halfway meeting point so selected this home from VRBO. Spectacular views, very clean and comfortable. Thank you Marc!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 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

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

Julie T.

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

Anniversary getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Riverside Retreat. The property was clean and well maintained. We enjoyed relaxing as the ships/freighters floated by on the St. Mary's River. Great getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas I.

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

Loved this place!

Very clean and so nice being on the river!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

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

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

Ellie H.

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

Beautiful place! Loved the sauna, good location!

Clean, nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

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

Great location to see freighters!

Ending to a girls week
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce K.

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

Nice place

Nice place, great views of the big boats. Very convenient to Soo attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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

Lori C.

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

Perfect for our family of 3

Came to town for a wedding. Riverside Retreat was fantastic! Relaxing atmosphere, great view, and (important for our family with food issues) we could cook. We want to come back for a future vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonelle B.

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

Celebration getaway

Beautiful, clean, river getaway. We had a wonderful time tracking the ships and enjoyed watching the variety of birds on the river. The view was amazing and a nice selection of restaurants was a convenient few minutes drive away. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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

gabe j.

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

Work Trip

Very nice view over looking he water, the place was very clean, and owner had good communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

Hockey Tournament

We had a great stay. Enjoyed watching the river and the wild life in-between games.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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

Madison C.

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

Third Stay - Never Disappoints

This is our third year staying at this property and it was just as incredible as prior years. The home is always clean and provides great amenities including a fire pit and the kayaks (our favorite part). Marc has always been a wonderful host, quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

connie g.

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

Exceptional place to stay...

We were so pleased with this rental. It is right on the river and you can watch the freighters from your living room window. It was clean, quiet and well stocked. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti Z.

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

Watching Freighters

The place was beautiful. We had been looking for somewhere that we could watch the freighters and relax. We found this gem. It was just like described but better. We will definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Beautiful River view

The River Retreat was a great place to stay in SSM. Enjoyed the ships passing by and the outside seating areas. The host was great and very accommodating. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 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

Debra L.

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

Great stay

My son and his friends enjoyed their stay. They were only here for a few days but it was great to have them close by and yet have our own space . They enjoyed their privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023