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Clean Cozy Home on the St. Clair River, 4 bedroom Sleeps 7

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

Lots of windows for great ship watching.

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Location

Exceptional

4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 71900 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Marine City, MI

Place, Algonac State Park
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Cottrellville Park
‪6 min drive‬
Place, C.J. Barrymore's
‪32 min drive‬
Airport, Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal)
‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Clean Cozy Home on the St. Clair River, 4 bedroom Sleeps 7

Welcome to your Stay on the St. Clair River
"As Ships Go By" is a prime Metro Detroit Vacation Rental, located in Marine City, one of Southeast Michigan's and Western Ontario's top destination spots. Enjoy your view from your deck as a parade of nautical vessels pass your expansive 1900 square foot, 4 bedroom retreat. Absorb the sights and sounds of all four seasons and the constantly changing natural wonders along the river. Family friendly and relaxing atmosphere. The property is a duplex and we live in the adjacent unit making us available to accommodate your stay. Except for the boat hoist, you have full access to the dock and yard.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

DOCK WATER LANDING NOT PERMITTED ON THE US BORDER!

CANADIAN GUESTS MUST CLEAR US CUSTOMS BY MOTOR VEH

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

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

Marine City

Located in Marine City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Sunset Harbor and Bouvier Bridge Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Algonac State Park and St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area.

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Marine City, MI

What's nearby

Algonac State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Cottrellville Park - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
C.J. Barrymore's - 32 min drive - 51.6 km
Blue Water Bridge - 34 min drive - 49.5 km
Canatara Beach and Park - 37 min drive - 52.0 km

Getting around

Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
‪Foxfire Fixins - ‬2 min drive
‪Riviera Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Chris' Roadside Stand - ‬7 min drive
‪Marine City Fish Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clean Cozy Home on the St. Clair River, 4 bedroom Sleeps 7 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Clean Cozy Home on the St. Clair River, 4 bedroom Sleeps 7?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Clean Cozy Home on the St. Clair River, 4 bedroom Sleeps 7?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Clean Cozy Home on the St. Clair River, 4 bedroom Sleeps 7 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Algonac State Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Cottrellville Park. Lake Saint Clair and Scout Drive Tot Lot are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

8 Jun, 2025

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

As Advertised

Second stay at this property. Perfect for fishermen.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

1 Jun, 2025

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

Fishing Trip

Awesome location, awesome owners and awesome home. This will not disappoint.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

30 May, 2024

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

3 Day Getaway

Wonderful time with property, host, fishing and sites!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

15 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Everything was perfect. Beautiful area, home, very accommodating. Host was great. Great experience. Home was excellently decorated, Perfect .

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

17 Jun, 2023

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

Fishing Trip Headquarters

What an awesome stay! The place was just as advertised and the hosts were just as gracious as the reviews indicated. There were 6 of us for a fishing trip and we had everything we needed. Location was great...just south of the MC launch. Sure hope we can duplicate this 4 day stay again. Thanks for the great experience!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

james g., Milford

22 Oct, 2018

Wonderful stay

Can't say enough about this rental. Easily the cleanest we have stayed in. Location is perfect. Easy access to Marine City and a short hop to Harsens Island. Loved sitting and watching the freighters go by. Pete, the owner, was very friendly as well as his two sweet dogs. Loved the fresh baked cookies when we arrived. We are already discussing when we will return. Thanks for a perfect weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

16 Sept, 2018

Oh my! A dream. The property, the details, the view, and the owners. ❤️

The description of "clean, cozy home" doesn't BEGIN to describe this property and our experience. Every room is decorated with such care to the traveler --there is a touch of home with plenty of places to put your own things. The beds we're incredibly comfortable, and the view was unbelievable. There were little spaces throughout the property to sit, relax, and to take a moment to just breathe. Watching the freighters float by was magic. The yard was immaculate, and the owners were such kindest people I have ever met; we will be back!!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Faith G.

4 Jun, 2023

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

Definitely coming back

First, I want to thank Pete and Karen for being so amazing. You were beyond friendly and so giving. You made this stay so easy and carefree. We enjoyed every moment of it. The place is so beautiful and peaceful. The family and I were so happy to stay in your beautiful home with all the wonderful home decor. Thank you for making this stay so pleasant and inviting. Will be coming back for sure. Thanks for everting. Can’t wait to see you all again!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shabnam

26 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

My go to vacation ; A piece of heaven Few weeks ago, We had a wonderful summer weekend with my family staying at Pete and Karen’s property, who were amazing hosts. We had a great time there, playing , eating, going sightseeing and more. Words can’t describe how wonderful, warm and friendly they are. They took care of everything even the smallest ones such as providing children with different type of games and board games which , Pete and Karen extremely kid and nice to my son and their adorable dog “Sandy” was so friendly and played with my son. The cottage was extremely beautiful and surrounded by the river and trees. Having easy access to grocery, restaurants and antiques shops. I really recommend this beautiful place if you want to have quality time with your Family sitting on the deck and having sip of wine. Another point about the exotic place if like sunny weather. I would highly recommend you to go there on your summer vacation. If you have kids this is where you definitely go. If there were more than five star I could give him 10.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

michelle M., Cedar Creek

1 May, 2017

Would give 10 stars if I could! What a jewel. Pics don't do justice. An amazing waterfront cottage!!

Our family was in town for a family funeral so we were looking for a peaceful retreat in the water. What we found was so much more than that. We found a place of spiritual healing, joy and relaxation. You are just steps from the water with a large grassy yard, dock, large deck with plenty of seating to watch the fisherman and Canada right across the river! We were mesmerized each time a large freighter came by. The cottage itself is very roomy and comfortable, so quaint, fully stocked (even toys and games for kids) and we had room for all of our visiting family members. The greatest part of our stay was meeting the owners Pete and Karen. We have decided to adopt them into our family. Pete met us at 10pm to check in and even helped us unload! We enjoyed his company so much that we invited him for dinner! These are EXCEPTIONAL people. Make a point to say hi to Sandy and Clancy (the super friendly neighbor pups) We were sad to leave but we will be back!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

David S.

1 Jun, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Good lots of boat traffic

Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Kenneth W.

17 Sept, 2024

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

Boys weekend for boating and golf

Pete is a fantastic very helpful host. Very prompt text replies, even great restaurant reviews. The property was clean and well equipped, right on the St Clair river

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michielle J.

2 Sept, 2024

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

Relaxed!

Great place to relax and unwind. Enjoyed watching the ships pass by. Two Eating area inside and outside. Pleanty of room to spread out. Fishing off the dock. We had a wonderful time there. Pete and Karen are so friendly and helpful. Definitely love to go there again. ❤️

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn W.

10 Aug, 2024

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

Top Notch

Darling, cozy, clean home. We all wished we could have stayed longer. Pete and his wife were so welcoming and kind. We had a fabulous memorable trip!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald K.

31 May, 2024

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

Clean and Cozy

Great location with very nice owners.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

27 Apr, 2024

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

Awesome rental

This is a wonderful property. The hosts are gracious and welcoming. If you are a freighter maven like my husband and I, this is the place to be. It's right on the St. Clair River, and you can watch the freighters go by day and night. This is our fourth stay at this location, and we are already planning to go back next year.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

3 Dec, 2023

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

Merry time Christmas

A girls' trip to Marine City for their Merry time Christmas day. We love the shops and restaurants in downtown and Pete is a great host. The house is very clean and comfortable. He had it decorated for Christmas which was so appreciated. This is our third stay at this property and would stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

17 Jul, 2023

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

Awesome

Comfortable. Beautifully and interestingly decorated. Kitchen well stocked with cookware and appliances. Great views of the river and the big ships from first and second floor sunrooms, back deck and the dock out on the water. Grounds and gardens lovely. Convenient location too between Marine City and Harsens Island. WE'LL BE BACK!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

28 Jun, 2023

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

Great Stay

Pete was an amazing host. Pete and his wife were so helpful and gracious and they even took us on a little ride aboard their boat. The place was beautiful and clean and it is a great place to relax. I highly recommend and will definitely return again!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

15 Jun, 2023

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

Top Notch

Had a fishing weekend scheduled at this property and all I can say is that WE WILL BE BACK! Top notch owners, great setting, and just a memorable weekend! Thank you, P!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

20 Apr, 2023

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

Still a great place to stay

We love this property. This was our 3rd year to stay, and we will be back for year 4 next year. It has a wonderful old cottage feel, which reminds me of the cottage I grew up with. The hosts, Pete and Karen, are delightful. Thanks, Pete and Karen! See you next year!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

30 May, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Location was perfect! Pete and Karen were amazing hosts! Sitting on the docks watching freighter's go by...priceless!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

31 Mar, 2022

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

Wonderful cottage on the river

This is a delightful cottage on the St. Clair River with two glassed in porches to watch the water from. The hosts are awesome. We will be back next year - no need to look for another place.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven, Chippewa Lake

24 Jan, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This was a great experience, the owner was just great! The house was wonderful with nautical features throughout. The view of the river was awesome. The house was cozy and had a warm feel to it. I would go back in a heartbeat. Thumbs up for this wonderful experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dena T.

15 Jan, 2022

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

Winter stay

Thank you for a pleasant stay. We stayed during some very cold nights and the unit was always warm and comfortable. Nice history and decor throughout the home.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022