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Harsens Island Home Sleeps 12 with Freighter Views and Hot Tub

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A stone fire pit with four Adirondack chairs around it, overlooking a calm lake with distant buildings.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden dining table, and chairs. There is a living area with a sofa and a TV. The kitchen has a built-in oven and a refrigerator.
A two-story house with a balcony, a pool in the foreground, and a sunset in the background.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Harsens Island, MI
  • Place, Sunset Harbor
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Scout Drive Tot Lot
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Algonac State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk Room

+3
4 Single Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

First-Floor Office

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Harsens Island Home Sleeps 12 with Freighter Views and Hot Tub

Within just 2 hours or less from Metro Detroit, the Harsens Island ferry will transport you to an island paradise. Located at the top of Lake St. Clair and at the mouth of the St. Clair River, the island offers some of the best fresh water fishing, duck hunting, bird and freighter watching around. This house is located on the crystal clear waters of the South Channel and is surrounded by water on both sides. We offer all the amenities you and your crew need to escape and relax by the water. 6-person Hot Tub just added spring of 2024.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parking on grass next to the house.
No trespassing on our neighbor’s property. It will be cause for removal without refund.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2814753vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Harsens Island

Located in Harsens Island, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sunset Harbor and Middle Channel Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area and Algonac State Park. Kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Harsens Island, MI

What's nearby

  • Sunset Harbor - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Scout Drive Tot Lot - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area - 17 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Sassy Marina - 19 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Algonac State Park - 20 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sans Souci Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Flaming Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Harsens Island Home Sleeps 12 with Freighter Views and Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Harsens Island Home Sleeps 12 with Freighter Views and Hot Tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Harsens Island Home Sleeps 12 with Freighter Views and Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Harsens Island Home Sleeps 12 with Freighter Views and Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Harsens Island Home Sleeps 12 with Freighter Views and Hot Tub located?

This family-friendly Harsens Island holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Saint Clair, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Middle Channel Golf & Country Club and Sunset Harbor. Scout Drive Tot Lot and St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve r.

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

Fishing Destination

Great place to stay for a fishing trip to Lake St Clair and the St Clair River.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jenn M.

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

Lovely Place

We enjoyed our stay here. It was a great house, perfect for our needs. And the freighters were a fun attraction!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house right on the river! Very well appointed with everything you need. Great boat parking for the pontoon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Great stay

Had a great time other than weather coming into play. Great house to stay for fishing as we had 3 bass boats on property. Nice owners and very easy to contact. Very clean and updated home. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linsey M.

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

River side paradise!

Outstanding location and very well equipped home. Everything you need to enjoy an effortless stay! Fireplace well stocked, hot tub easy use, well supplied linens. Extremely comfortable beds! Views are incredible!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louisa R.

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

Great place to getaway at!

The owners were very responsive to all of my questions. The house was perfect! The location was perfect. We had two families and seven kids staying in the home, the bunk room was perfect for that. Loved all of the amenities. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Great views!!

Loved the house and the layout with all the bunks in one room. Spacious throughout. Parking is a little tight with boat trailers but for the average renter it would be perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Wedding

Great for large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary G.

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

Absolutely magical!

I was fortunate enough to find this location on VRBO to rent for my bachelor party weekend. Everything was wonderful! Carla and her husband have an amazing rental property that’s extremely well kept and in such an amazing location. Being right on the St. Clair River/Lake St. Clair made for some great fishing and scenery. I would highly recommend this location when considering a spot to rent for whatever the occasion may be.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joann L.

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

Best Freighter Sightings Ever

The house is beautiful and we were so close to the freighters that you could see the workers on them.The upstairs "BONUS" room would be great for a family with children with plenty of beds, a tv & video games. It was a quiet, relaxing stay and the house had a lot of amenities that we said showed how much LOVE the owners put into it. The owner was very accessible to any questions and responded quickly.We are considering renting the Lookout again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

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

My Birthday celebration

This is the best house rental my husband and I have had. This house has everything to make your vacation special. If you think it, they, have it. The house is not only extremely well equipped it is very clean. Carla and Chris are easy to work with and we will definitely stay there again. If you want to go to Harsen Island do your best to book this property! 5 Stars!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

Hope to visit again in late summer. Great fit for the guys and I.

Well done decor. Most everything kitchen wise was available. Thumbs up. When will I see my deposit?
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla O.

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

Perfect for Families

You could not ask for a better experience. My mother, husband, toddler, baby and I spent 4 days at the Captain's Lookout. The location is fantastic - you overlook Canada and th St. Clair River with TONS of freight ships, the island is packed full of wildlife, and the home itself suited all of our needs. We especially loved the stocked kitchen, the garage/den space, the hot tub (of course), and access to paddle on the water.Do be aware that Harsen's Island is VERY windy, especially if you plan on fishing.Carla was an excellent host. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

cody l.

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

Great Place on the channel.

The house was amazing. It’s a lot bigger than it looks and it had a lot of space. The bunk room was a bit with the kids as they loved making forts in that room. The side beach outside was awesome as it was a fun place to float and cool off. The neighbors were friendly and we had no problem with them. The boat docking could be better or update but it worked out. Overall, I would definitely stay here again with the family!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Perfect place for a fishing base camp.

The house was very comfortable and a great place to stay. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware and even an assortment of spices. The outdoor area included furniture and the fire pit was a nice place to sit and watch the freighters go by. If you plan to bring a boat taller than 7 feet from the water line, have a backup plan for docking as water levels change from year to year. But Carla was a great host and was quick to answer any questions and very accommodating. We had a great vacation. Thanks again for hosting us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

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

Captains Lookout Harsens Island

We always try and rent a house on the water for a family summer vacation!! Captain’s Lookout was truly one of the best!! Pictures do not do it justice!! Beautiful home and very comfortable!! We did have a severe storm one evening and lost power!! To our delight in less than 3mins the whole house generator kicked in!! We would HIGHLY recommend this property! Also if we had any questions or issues (had no issues) response was super!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

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

Weekend Getaway with Grandparents

We stayed here with my father and mother in law along with my husband and 4 kids (3, 5, 7,10). We booked it for a 3 night getaway during spring break to view the freighters and it did not disappoint. It felt like the freighters were on top of us. The kids and my father in law stalked the marine app and would yell and run outside whenever a freighter was coming past us. To quote my father in law - this would never get old. The house was perfect - smart TVs in all rooms, amazing bunkroom with individual lights and charging stations, plenty of space, large kitchen and comfy electric fireplace for the cool days. We used the hot tub and tried our luck at fishing in the canal and river. Got takeout from two restaurants on the island and cooked the rest of our meals. The entire family loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

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

An ideal location and great hosts

Putting together a last-minute family vacation when we found the Captain's Lookout. We couldn't have asked for a better place. It was well-appointed, spacious, with scenic views (especially for those of us who enjoy freighter activity along the river!), and many comfortable places to just "be present" with one another. The grandchildren had great success with their fishing (the prize being a 5lb bass) and enjoyed swimming right next to the house. Our daughter's dog was welcomed as well, playing and swimming with the kids. Really a good time for all. There was a problem at first with a/c, but Carla and Chris' personal response and quick actions made sure the issue was addressed and taken care of without delay. They were quick with information to answer questions and went out of their way to ensure our time there was memorable and problem-free. They really are great hosts, with much to offer their guests. We're looking forward to going back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louisa R.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Carla Longerbeam

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My husband Chris and I have been married for 7 years and we are a blended family with 4 kids (ages 13, 10, 6, and 5). We have started a small business specializing in making amazing memories and housing opportunities available to other families. We have a 36' RV that we also rent out for people to take cross-country. We buy and flip starter homes for new families. Finally, we also have several rental houses that we rent out long term. The only thing that was missing was a vacation home that families could rent out short term and enjoy all the amazing nature that Michigan has to offer. We found our home on Harsens Island a year ago and have loved sharing it with people from all over Michigan and all over the country since then.

Why they chose this property

We had never been to Harsens Island before and went to visit a home for sale on whim. The proximity to Detroit with the feel being up north was instantly appealing to us. Harsens Island is a very unique place with a ton to offer. The summer is filled with water fun and festivals and the fall and spring are a mecca for fishing and hunting. Winter offers a whole different experience to just relax and enjoy the freighters pass by. The location of this house offers a ton of privacy and our own little beach area as well. We loved that it was big enough for a few families to share the space and still felt like a cottage by the river. We hope your family enjoys it as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

We offer just about everything you should need for a summer vacation, girl's weekend away, hunting/fishing trip, or even just a couple's night away. We try to provide all the basic cooking/kitchen needs, board games, kayaks and TVs to make for an easy stay, just bring your groceries and clothing and you will have an awesome stay. We even have a boat well where you can tie up your own fishing or rec boat too.

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