Our Way

In the early 1960's, our family came to Sault Ste. Marie to begin our first venue, a food distribution business which quickly became a chain of Kentucky Fried Chicken stores. We hosted the legendary Colonel Saunders in our home, while we eagerly awaited his assessment of our cracklin' gravy. We worshipped his every word of wisdom.

I recall the excitement when long lines of customers would line up for our delicious crisp chicken, known as JJ's more so than Kentucky Fried Chicken because ours was cooked so Tender and crisp.

In 1974, we opened Algoma's Water Tower Inn. We have added and remodeled the facilities over the year's preferring to stay independant and expressing our hospitality in a more personal manner.

From 1985 - 1999, we were the developers and operators of Searchmont Resort building it into a destination resort.
During this time, virtually every family in Sault Ste. Marie has been part of our operations in one way or another and to help us express our personal hospitality, we rely in the collective personalities of our committed staff.

On business or pleasure we share our comfortable Inn with you so business is a pleasure and travel is more fun. We hope you depart more rested and informed.