On river.You'll find Algonac State Park and Cottrellville Park within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Lake Saint Clair and Scout Drive Tot Lot are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Wallaceburg & District Museum - 36 min drive - 26.3 km
C.J. Barrymore's - 38 min drive - 51.6 km
Getting around
Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Snoopy's Dog House - 5 min drive
Chris' Roadside Stand - 7 min drive
Dairy Queen - 6 min drive
Antonio's Corner Cafe - 9 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.
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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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
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,900 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
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
No pets allowed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Clean Cozy Home St. Clair River 4 Bedroom Sleeps 7 Marine City
Clean Cozy Home on the St. Clair River 4 Bedroom Sleeps 7
Clean Cozy Home on the St. Clair River 4 Bedroom Sleeps 7
Clean Cozy Home on the St. Clair River, 4 bedroom Sleeps 7 Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 80 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 80 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Donald K.
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
As Advertised
Second stay at this property. Perfect for fishermen.
Donald K.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
David S.
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Good lots of boat traffic
Excellent
David S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Craig F.
Jun 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Trip
Awesome location, awesome owners and awesome home. This will not disappoint.
Craig F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
John Kenneth W.
Sep 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Everything was perfect. Beautiful area, home, very accommodating. Host was great. Great experience. Home was excellently decorated, Perfect .
William
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michielle J.
Sep 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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. ❤️
Michielle J.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristyn W.
Aug 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Kristyn W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donald K.
May 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and Cozy
Great location with very nice owners.
Donald K.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ken S.
May 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
3 Day Getaway
Wonderful time with property, host, fishing and sites!!!!
Ken S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Apr 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara M.
Dec 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Barbara M.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca K.
Jul 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Rebecca K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
David Z.
Jun 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!!
David Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike R.
Jun 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Mike R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason P.
Jun 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Jason P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Faith G.
Jun 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Faith G.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Apr 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
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.
Location was perfect! Pete and Karen were amazing hosts! Sitting on the docks watching freighter's go by...priceless!
James
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Mar 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
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!
Steven
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dena T.
Jan 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Dena T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gilbert G., Houston
Dec 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas Get Away
Great place to relax and enjoy the scenery. The property owners Pete and Karen were very gracious and made sure we felt at home. We want to especially thank them for the Christmas tree and decorations. The house furnishings are very charming, with attention to nautical and golf themes. If you enjoy ship viewing, this is the place to be, the viewing rooms (upstairs and downstairs) are the perfect place for ship viewing, reading or playing games with the family. We would definitely come back during the summer.
Gilbert G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tim W.
Sep 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun!!
We had a great stay! Loved the property, home and the host are AWESOME!! We enjoyed fishing off the dock and watching the freighters go by!
Tim W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Adam S.
Sep 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
So clean and adorable
I’ve never been in a cleaner rental house. They did an amazing job. So friendly and hospitable. We also loved the views of the boats and river. One of the best stays we have ever had in a rental and we’ve been to many.