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Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat

Golf Barbeau vacation home next to a golf course

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Smart TV
Smart TV
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Barbeau, MI
  • Place, Kewadin Casino
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Soo Locks
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Water Street Historic Block
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the area

Barbeau

On river.Stay at this Barbeau vacation home and you'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Chippewa County Fairgrounds and Crossings at Sault Ste Marie Golf Course. Kewadin Casino and Rotary Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Superior State University - 34 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Kewadin Casino - 35 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Soo Locks - 36 min drive - 55.0 km
  • Water Street Historic Block - 36 min drive - 55.0 km
  • Bay Mills Casino - 43 min drive - 61.0 km

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cozy Corners Tavern & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Happy Dog Saloon - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat

Experience the ultimate U.P. getaway at this 3-bedroom, waterfront home located directly on the scenic Rock Cut in Barbeau, Michigan. Enjoy front-row, panoramic views of massive Great Lakes freighters passing by on the St. Mary’s River from your private, cozy space near top fishing, boating, and snowmobiling spots.

Key Features & Highlights:
    •    Unbeatable Views: Watch the 1,000-foot freighters glide by from the comfort of the living room or front deck.
    •    Location: Perfectly situated for exploring: minutes from the Soo Locks, a short drive to Tahquamenon Falls, and near popular local spots like Cozy Corners.
    •    Waterfront Lifestyle: St. Mary’s River / Munuscong Bay access one mile south at the Conley Point Boat Launch for boating, fishing and recreation.
    •    Comfort & Amenities: A 3-bedroom setup with a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable bedding, and a fire pit for evening relaxation.
Enjoy a serene, rural setting close to the action, offering a true "hidden gem" experience in the Eastern Upper Peninsula. Perfect for families, fishermen, hunters, snowmobilers and ship-watchers alike.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Set thermostat to 60 degrees.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

$400 Fee If No Smoking Rule Is Found To Be Broken

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.5 mi (19-min drive) away from the Sault Ste. Marie, MI (CIU-Chippewa County Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat to downtown Barbeau?

This vacation home is 3.7 mi away from Barbeau.

Front Row Seat to Great Lakes Freighters: The Rock Cut Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026