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The Front House by the Lake

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Outdoor dining
Aerial view
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

The Front House by the Lake

Soak up the Lake Erie breezes, sunsets, and seasonal lighthouse views in our quiet, secluded neighborhood within walking distance from Lakeview Park & Beach, Lorain's Downtown Broadway, and Black River Landing, and only 30mi to either Cleveland or Cedar Point. Sip your complimentary morning coffee on one of the two porches overlooking the water, then be sure to check out everything the North Coast has to offer while you're here. Pets are OK with additional fees and pre-approval. Welcome aboard!

This brand new, fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath house allows guests to venture to all the local hot spots before settling back into the relaxation and peace that this whole house with off-street parking offers.

Catch a sunset over Lake Erie from the front porch or the comfort of one of the sofas in the living room while cozying up with the glow or warmth from the electric fireplace. The additional cushy sectional can also keep the sights coming with views of the harbor and beach directly across the street.

The first-floor queen bedroom offers seasonal views of Lorain Lighthouse, and the room is adjacent to the living room with easy access to the first-floor full bath with a deep soaking tub and the fully stocked eat-in kitchen complete with a dishwasher.

Upstairs boasts a large king bedroom with lake, harbor, and beach views, including another seasonal view of Lorain Lighthouse. This room also has a twin daybed across from the closet for any overflow of guests or just be another place to sit and relax!

The second-floor queen bedroom is directly up the stairs and has a designated workspace with a desk and chair where you can wirelessly connect to the whole house's high-speed WiFi for work or play.

Continuing through the game room leads to the full upstairs bathroom with the house's bath linens and a shelf full of things you may have forgotten at home. There is a closet in the game room with a full-sized washer and dryer.

There is a propane gas grill on the property and beach towels for your day on the water. Bikes, kayaks, and beach gear are also available to rent nearby.

Property manager

Patrick

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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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 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Lorain, OH

What's nearby

  • Lakeview Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lorain Port Authority - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mercy Health - Lorain Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Crocker Park - 19 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Oberlin College - 20 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Elyria Station - 20 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪K Cream Korner - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Front House by the Lake pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The Front House by the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Front House by the Lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Front House by the Lake located?

This family-friendly Lorain vacation home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Veterans Memorial Park and Lake Erie. Lakeview Park and Moore House are also within 15 minutes.

The Front House by the Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family First
Probably the best Vrbo we’ve experienced. House was exactly as presented and host was amazing and available. Lake view and within walking distance to Lakeview Park. Even greeted each morning by 2 eagles in the tree across the street while having morning coffee on the front porch. We will definitely contact this host in the future when traveling to the area visiting family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Road Trip
We had a great time. Come out for a concert, baseball game and rock and roll hall of fame.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany W.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable Retreat Away from a Home
Patrick and Morgan went out of their way to make us feel at home for our 1st Anniversary. We were pleasantly surprised to discover all the beautiful perks staying here brought us and that the home was as updated and as comfortable as it was. There is plenty to do in and around the area, as there was a nearby park and beach access. If you get the pleasure of meeting the rentees, you'll see just how special this place and family is! Otherwise, a walk along the mile long pier, the sunsets/rises, and delicious restaurants will more than keep you busy. If that's not enough, Cleveland is a mere 45 (ish) mins away! Overall, we cannot positively express enough how wonderful this experience was and although the renters didn't know this was our redemption honeymoon, they sure did help replace a such negative time/memory with a truly amazing and unforgettable trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrating a birthday
Clean, great location, very comfortable and cozy!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lura R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Clean, comfortable, plenty of space. A quiet neighborhood with an easy walk to the park. Owners accessible if needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Hosts and Property
Excellent home, exceptionally clean, and Patrick and Brooke were very accommodating hosts. Easy check in process, great location (adjacent park on Lake Erie is really nice). Would stay here again without hesitation!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty House Near the Lake
The house was clean and comfortable. Communication with the host was easy and helpful. The location next to the park on the lake is nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super place to stay
The front house is a spacious and really well appointed property and we had a lovely stay here. Everything was perfect from communication, comfort, through to the extra little touches such as a cake for the solar eclipse etc. Location across from the lake and near the park/beach is really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place to Stay
We had a wonderful stay at The Front House. The host was very responsive and even provided some basic items for breakfast which were greatly appreciated. The house was immaculate – well stocked kitchen, washer/dryer access, comfy beds and plenty of room. The location was down the street from Lakeview Park where we saw some beautiful sunsets. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll be back
Clean! Updated! Spacious! So charming. We felt at home. Hosts provided everything you need and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving holiday stay
This property was perfect for our extended family to join us for the holiday. We enjoyed the location near the beach which was an excellent dog walk as well! The house itself with its' 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms was a good fit for us and the dog. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
Such a beautiful home and perfect location. Great communication with host as well. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for sharing your home! : )
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a stay with our 2 daughters and granddaughter. Cleanliness was the best of any other place we have ever stayed. Nice touches to welcome us! Telephone and texts friendly and prompt. Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agathe B., Canal Winchester OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
The property was amazing, everything was super clean. Kitchen was very well supplied. Thanks to the owner for breakfast items provided; we appreciated a lot! I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Week at the Lake
House was clean and well stocked. The area was lovely, and there was a lot to do in the surrounding areas as well. We loved having the beach so close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short vacation at the beach
Cute house, very roomy, with all the necessary amenities. Short walk to the lake and beach area while looking at pretty houses on the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Retreat
Great location to lake and short walk to beach. Restaurants and excursions within the area, Cedar Point, Kalahari and Zip Line within 30 minutes. Hosts had goodies for us when we arrived and provided details on events occurring in the area during our stay. Will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

arlene s.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING PLACE TO STAY!
white fluffy towels, good beds, clean and clutter free house. great kitchen, great spaces in the house to retreat to, or come together in. Even the 2 porch areas were very nice. easy/Great walk to the beach. Appreciated the very responsive host. easy to lock up and get in via code. quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend get away
Everything is as advertised. There was plenty of room for 5 adults. Having a first floor bedroom was great for anyone who has trouble with stairs. The upstairs bedroom has a king bed in a large bedroom with an alcove big enough for an additional twin bed. Is perfect for a family with small children who are a little worried about sleeping alone in a different place. Plus an additional queen bedroom and a sitting area with a couch. All of the beds are very comfortable. So much usable space! We took daily walks to the park and the beach. The weather was beautiful. Patrick was so helpful and gave us great suggestions for food. The cookies and milk were such a wonderful surprise!! Thanks so much for your hospitality and we hope to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miguel M., West Palm Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb
House was great for us. We had family over for dinner and games for the holidays. Host left coffee and cookies and bananas for us which was so nice. Of all the houses I’ve stayed at and booked through VRBO, this was the only house that literally provided everything for their guests. The only negative is the lack of blinds on the front & back doors. Other than that, our stay was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
House Rocks!
The house is newly renovated, great location for the downtown Lorain main street and Rock N Roll Hall of Fame. Owners offered great local tips and quick to answer questions and help out. Just wish they could have stopped the snow and rain.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable!
There was a struedel, milk, and a few snacks when we arrived. Patrick went out of his way drop 2 crockpots off for us. Kichen/dining table was rather small and only seated 4. Overall we were highly satisfied.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Delaney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy midpoint
We chose the location as a midpoint for meeting family for a long weekend. The house was nice with thoughtful touches. One thing that surprised us but was not an issue was another rental house on the same property, right behind this one. The two share a driveway and it seemed bizarre at arrival, but it did not affect our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint neighborhood with lots to do nearby
We very much enjoyed our stay in Lorraine on the edge of Lake Erie. From kayaking to sailing to visiting Cleveland and other areas nearby, there was surprisingly more to do than we expected. The nearby park and beach allowed us to start and end our days with relaxing walks along the water’s edge. The property itself is spotless, and the hosts, Patrick and Brooke, made sure that we had more than what we needed. They even left a snacks to kick off our stay, and other personal items, including deodorant, a first aid kit, toothbrushes, toothpaste, and more.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022