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Rays On The River: Holiday Getaway at St. Clair River front!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Interior
Property grounds
TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 793 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Algonac, MI
  • Lake Saint Clair
    3 min drive
  • Roadhouse Bar & Grill
    2 min walk
  • Port Huron Station
    42 min drive
  • Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield)
    58 min drive

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About the area

Algonac

Located in Algonac, this vacation home is on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Saint Clair and St. John's Marsh State Wildlife Area. .This family-friendly vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Sunset Harbor and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Scout Drive Tot Lot.

What's nearby

  • Lake Saint Clair - 3 min drive
  • Algonac State Park - 7 min drive
  • Sunset Harbor - 15 min drive
  • Middle Channel Golf & Country Club - 19 min drive
  • Ford Field - 58 min drive

Getting around

  • Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Snoopy's Dog House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chris' Roadside Stand - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sans Souci Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Antonio's Corner Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rays On The River: Holiday Getaway at St. Clair River front!

RAYS ON THE RIVER

SLEEPS: 7

BEDROOMS: 3

BATHROOMS: 2

*RIVERFRONT ON ST CLAIR RIVER

*SWIMMING ON PROPERTY

*SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS ON SITE



FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Yes, there are 2 mini splits on main level and 1 on upper level

ATV's: Not on property

Bathrooms:
Upper level- Shower/sink/toilet
Lower level- Shower/sink/toilet- heated bathroom floor

Beach/Swimming: There is a seawall at this location but you can access water for swimming from the dock.

Bedroom Configurations:
Upper level- Master bedroom- Queen size bed
Second bedroom- Full size bed
Third bedroom- Full size bed
*Additional sleeping-Three Season Porch- Twin size bed

Boats: None on hand but you are welcome to bring them! If kayaking or canoeing it is best to stay close to docks as this can be a busier waterway


Boat Launch: Public boat launch is about 1.5 miles East of property

Cable: Not traditional cable, but there are Smart TV's available to stream

Cell Phone Service: Most major providers work well


Coffee Maker: 10 cup with micro-screen and a Keurig - coffee and k-cups provided

Distances:
Port Huron-40 min (27 miles)
Detroit- 55 Min(48 miles)
Sarnia, Ontario- 58 Min(36 miles)
Lexington, MI-1 Hour 5 min (51 miles)
Frankenmuth 1 Hour 51 min(108 miles)

Dock: 365 FT Dock! Water depth along dock goes from 2 ft. up to 20 ft. at the end. There is also a 10x20 platform at the end. Bring your boats!


Drinking Water: City water


Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: Yes! Gas fireplace

Fire-pit: Yes, down by seawall, please bring firewood

Fishing: Fishing is great here! Perch, Sturgeon, Pickerel. Some of the best bass fishing in the world!

Fishing License: A license is required in order to fish in Michigan.

Fishing Poles: Not provided-please bring your own

Golf:
Rattle Run Golf Course 19 min(16 miles)
Oak Ridge Golf Course 21 min(15 miles)

Grill: Yes, propane

Grocery Store: Kroger 3 min(1.2 miles)

Heat: Yes, there are 2 mini splits on main level and 1 on upper level

Internet: Yes, capable of working from location and streaming

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: 3 cars and trailers

Pets: Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed.

Privacy: Neighbors next door on both sides

Snowmobiles: a person (resident and nonresident) that operates a snowmobile in Michigan is required to purchase a snowmobile trail permit. The trail permit enables snowmobilers to ride state-designated trails and thousands more miles of public roads and on public lands (where authorized). It is valid for one year, which begins Oct. 1 and ends Sept. 30 of the following year. State-designated trails are open Dec. 1-March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.
- St. Clair County Snowmobile Trails – Located about 10-15 miles away, these trails cover much of St. Clair County and offer a variety of routes for snowmobiling.
- Lapeer County Snowmobile Trails – Around 30 miles south, this area offers an extensive network of snowmobile trails through forests and open fields.
- Sanilac County Trails – About 40 miles to the north, this area provides well-maintained snowmobile trails.
- Michigan's Thumb Area Trails – Roughly 45 miles northeast, the Thumb region has a mix of trails through rural countryside, perfect for snowmobiling in winter.
**Guests must trailer to trails**

Space: 2 story home with large 3 season porch

Seniors: Welcome, but there are stairs to bedrooms. Be aware that there is not an official sidewalk to the entrance. This can be challenging for some Guests.

Televisions: Living room 65" Smart TV
Porch 65" TV with Roku
Master Bedroom

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided

Winter Activities:
* Snowmobiling
- St. Clair County Snowmobile Trails: About 10-15 miles away
* Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
- Algonac State Park: Around 5-7 miles away, featuring trails for skiing and snowshoeing in a scenic environment.
* Ice Fishing
- Lake St. Clair: Approximately 5 miles away
* Downhill Skiing
- Pine Knob Ski Resort: Located about 45-50 miles away, offering downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing.
* Sledding/Tubing
- Local Parks in Algonac: Several parks with hills for sledding are within 5-10 miles of your location.
* Winter Hiking
- Algonac State Park: About 5-7 miles away.

Wood: Not provided, please bring some bundles for the firepit!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features games, ecotours nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include sailing nearby and water skiing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Freshwater Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Rays On The River: Holiday Getaway at St. Clair River front! Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting!
Quaint, updated cottage on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Had a great time, location was ideal!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property on the water
Great home to enjoy the water, short drive to the downtown area or ferry to the island. We really enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ray’s VRBO
Exceeded expectations…
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Raus on the River
Thanks for sending the AC guy quickly. It really does look like you have a first floor bedroom its just a bed in a corner. We have a person who is disabled and were ready for stairs. You need coasters, tupperware, better shampoo etc bar soap. I have more suggestions so I'm emailing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house.
Our stay at the house was very good. The house was clean and well stocked. We enjoyed being able to walk out the dock and jump in the boat. Nice relaxing week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Great place, would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!!
I can’t say enough about the cleanliness, and how well it is stocked with absolutely everything you would want in the kitchen, fabulous, coffee bar that even had hot chocolate, which is what I drink! Very peaceful with a beautiful view of the lake. Couldn’t have asked for anything more, I will definitely be going back,
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smallmouth fishing heaven
Perfect location for fishing the river and Lake St Clair , Home was perfectly remodeled with several restaurants near by.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023