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Freighters in front yard! Private Sandy Beach - Large Deck - Best View on River
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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft
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Sault Ste. Marie, MI
- Place, Crossings at Sault Ste Marie Golf Course6 min drive
- Place, Rotary Park6 min drive
- Place, Kewadin Casino7 min drive
- Airport, Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)28 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!
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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Sault Ste. Marie
Located in Sault Ste. Marie, this vacation 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Agawa Canyon Tour Trains, or check out an event or a game at Pullar Stadium.

Sault Ste. Marie, MI
What's nearby
- 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 - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
- Soo Locks - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Taco Bell - 10 min drive
- Biggby Coffee - 10 min drive
- Wendy's - 10 min drive
- Joses - 11 min drive
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Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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Aug 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diane S.
Sep 7, 2025
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Diane S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tristan S.
Sep 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tristan S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dorothy F.
Jul 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Week
Dorothy F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Roger W.
Sep 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roger W.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
Jun 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation
Michael R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan L.
Sep 9, 2025
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Susan L.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tamra M.
Jun 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay!
Tamra M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tammy V.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway



Tammy V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Miriam W.
Aug 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Miriam W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly G.
Aug 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
north vacation
Kelly G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Roger W.
Jun 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great vacation home
Roger W.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill S.
Aug 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place!
Bill S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marianne M.
Sep 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Marianne M.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
gerard s.
Sep 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
A good Time
gerard s.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff B.
Oct 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Jeff B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation
Michael R.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dorothy F.
Aug 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time on the River.
Dorothy F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen D.
Sep 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Karen D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristina W.
Jun 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property!
Kristina W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brenda K.
Sep 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Freighter Heaven!
Brenda K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deborah R.
Jul 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Deborah R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roger W.
Jun 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great time
Roger W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Floyd H.
Jun 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of big boats
Floyd H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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