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2 Short Blocks from Private Beach Access - Old Homestead II - Great for Families

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Game room
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

2 Short Blocks from Private Beach Access - Old Homestead II - Great for Families

Welcome to our recently renovated and newly decorated “Beach Retreat” in Huron, OH. We are just 10 miles east of the roller coaster capital, Cedar Point. Rest and relax with all the amenities of home away from home.

We are nestled in a family friendly beach neighborhood, with private access to Old Homestead II Beach, a short walk at the end of our street. One of the best beaches on Lake Erie. Beach Retreat features a spacious kitchen and living room, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a basement full of fun indoor activities and a recently created outdoor space. The brand-new stamped patio has outdoor seating around a smokeless, wood-burning fire pit and family outdoor dining for 6.

Our Space:

Sleeping
- Primary – Queen Bed with smart TV
- Bedroom 2 – Queen Bed
- Bedroom 3 – Upstairs North side dormer with 2 twin beds (not bunked)
- Bedroom 4 – Upstairs South side dormer with 2 twin beds (not bunked)
Clean linens and towels are provided for all the bedrooms and bathrooms.

Bathing
- 1st floor beautifully renovated shower/tub combination, high end fixtures and new vanity
- Downstairs stand up shower was recently enclosed for privacy
* Additionally we have an outdoor shower in the back, ideal to rinse off after being in the sun and fun all day.

Amenities of home:
The kitchen is fully equipped with AllClad pots & pans, sets of dishes and glasses for indoor and outdoor, casserole dishes, mixing bowls, strainer, utensils, cookie sheets, cutting boards, microwave, Keurig coffee maker and a 12-cup drip coffee pot, dishwasher, refrigerator, stove and dish towels.

We are ready for your home-made meals unless you would rather grill out. A new propane grill is waiting for the Grill Master of your family out back.

Our home also has a full-size washer and dryer with detergent and dryer sheets supplied.

Other Features
The basement provides the kids with endless entertainment with a foosball table, ping pong table, games and a smart Tv with DVD player and nostalgic Atari gaming system.

Beach chairs, towels and a wagon make heading to the beach a breeze, or take a stroll around town on our cruiser bikes in the garage.

We offer contactless entry to the home with personalized keycode access and will have full use of the entire home. We provide a guest pass that allows you to use the private beach and just ask to respect our neighbors and home while you are here.

The home is also within a host of area amenities and attractions:

Cedar Point (10 miles) and Sports Force Park (9 miles)
Water parks - Kalahari (10 miles) and Great Wolf Lodge (10 min)
Ferries to the Lake Erie Islands (15 miles) Put-in-Bay or Kelly’s Island
Golf - Thunderbird Golf Course or Sawmill Creek (5 min)
Wineries – Quarry Hill Winery (10 min), Winerie (15 min), Paper Moon (15 min),
Breweries – Saucy Brew Works (10 min), Twin Oast Brewing (20 min), CLAG Brewing Company (20 min)

Hiking Trails- Old Woman’s Creek (2 min), Sheldon’s Marsh (5 min), Edison Woods (15min), Mill Hollow (15 min) and the Castalia Quarry (20 min)
Rainy day ideas – Ghostly Manor (10 min), Merry Go Round Museum (10 min), Main Event (30 min), Cleveland Aquarium (45 min)

Our charming cottage is the perfect getaway to experience all that Lake Erie shores and islands have to offer.

No pets please and no smoking or vaping allowed inside.

Property manager

Marcy Barkema

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets not 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 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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Huron, OH

What's nearby

  • Old Woman Creek State Nature Preserve - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Sawmill Creek Golf Course - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Cedar Point - 19 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 16 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sortino's Italian Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Angry Bull Steak House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Short Blocks from Private Beach Access - Old Homestead II - Great for Families pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2 Short Blocks from Private Beach Access - Old Homestead II - Great for Families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Short Blocks from Private Beach Access - Old Homestead II - Great for Families?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 Short Blocks from Private Beach Access - Old Homestead II - Great for Families located?

This family-friendly Huron vacation home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Erie, Old Woman Creek State Nature Preserve and Thunderbird Hills Golf Courses. Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve and Osborn MetroPark are also within 6 mi (10 km).

2 Short Blocks from Private Beach Access - Old Homestead II - Great for Families Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House and Host!!!
Marcy is an amazing host and you will be lucky to stay at any of her properties! Old Homestead II is a great location and perfect for families all the extra touches make this the perfect home to bring children. The layout, backyard and short walk to the beach makes life so easy. Marcy was on right away answering and questions we had and questions we hadn't even thought of. Your welcome packet is amazing and you will feel right at home at reading. You will love staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious home with great space for kids
The house was comfortable and the host was gracious. Great location to the beach and cedar point. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Amazing host really recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
Marcy was an excellent hostess, replying quickly whenever we had a question. The house and yard were perfect for our week long, 3 generation gathering. We loved the quiet neighborhood and the private beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a beach family vacation
Great location , layout and back yard. Management was so helpful and everything was perfect! Would definitely come back !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a family of 6 to 8
Super clean and easy in + out. Great spaces in the kitchen and basement for a whole family to play games and spend time together. The private beach is a short walk away and very cleaned + well maintained. The neighborhood around this property is pleasant for a walk or jog, and is less than 15 minutes drive to Cedar Point.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best ever VRBO experience
We’ve been using VRBO for over 20 years and Marcy is hands down the best host we’ve ever dealt with. I can’t recommend her and her properties highly enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Experience
Most importantly, this property was extremely clean, inside & out. Had a large back yard with games to play & it was a short walk to the private beach. And if you’re there for a baseball tournament, as we were, it’s a short drive to Sports Force Park. Also, the host was wonderful to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family vacation!
Plenty of space for my family to stay! We visited Cedar Point and Put in Bay while we were there and a private beach is a quick walk to get to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent management and room
Ton of room to spread out and gather. Management was very responsive and helpful. Basement was great for the kids. Would love more outdoor seating and a firepit would make the house perfect !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Susan U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good time
We had a great time at the beach.There were many fun things to do around the area
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in a perfect location!
Where do I begin? From the minute we made our reservation Marcy was in contact with us, responding quickly to email questions, and sending us details about the house. She even stopped by to greet us when we arrived! She was wonderful to interact with whenever we had a question. The house was great: comfortable furniture and beds, bathroom amenities, pack ‘n play and highchair for our grandchildren, toys and games, smart TVs, beach supplies, coffee bar, great back yard - I could go on and on; we really had everything we needed. Our only request would be for more privacy for the downstairs bathroom, especially with a lot of people in the house; but that wouldn’t keep us from staying here again. The location couldn’t be better. Literally 2 level blocks from a lovely private beach, with swings, picnic tables and benches. The walk is short enough that we could easily go more than once a day. Thank you, Marcy, for sharing your lovely home. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We have a large family of 9 and this home easily accommodated us. The home was clean, cozy, and in a great neighborhood that is located two blocks from the beach. We loved everything about our stay and would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to visit Huron, Ohio.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryant S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home!
This past weekend was amazing and the home was exceptional. The neighborhood was very nice and the neighbors were extremely friendly! My family loved the home and we'll definitely book another stay in the near future! 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

lisa b.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best host I’ve ever stayed with!
We were in need of nothing. Beds super comfortable, plenty of pillows. Little details like Plenty of towels, wonderful coffee bar! The downstairs was perfect! Kids had lots to do and had their own space. We didn’t need a stroller or high chair but I was impressed that they had it!! This host goes above and beyond! Easily accessible. We had a hard time with using the pad. (Also could of been my daughter hitting too many numbers, lol) I called and second ring she answered and immediately was able to fix the issue from where she was. We were inside in minutes. I will definitely stay here again! 5 Stars!! 10 Stars if I could!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aleta P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway :)
We decided to celebrate our anniversary with our kids this year and wanted a cozy place close to Lake Erie. This place met all of our expectations! It is family friendly (lots of games and amenities to keep them entertained), beautifully decorated, comfortable and a short walk to an amazing private beach. We were very close to a grocery store and lovely restaurants as well. Highly recommend this vacation home! We are already looking forward to staying again soon! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad S., Akron Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake house close to Private Beach
We had a great weekend at the private beach, which was only 2 short blocks away. The beach was awsome with few people there wich was great the days we showed up late and found a spot right away.The owner was easy to communicate with with a great personality. Loved the neigborhood with its own park and quiet streets. We will be renting here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house near the lake and Cedar Point
The house is beautiful. The host was great. She was in contact with us right away to see if we needed anything. She had signs in the house that were very helpful and a book about the home and the area. The house was very clean. We had plenty of towels, dishes, utensils. All the games kept our boys occupied. We stayed so we could go to Cedar Point, it was very close, about a 15 minute drive away. Overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We wanted to find a place while we went to Cedar Point and this place was perfect. Perfect location. Added bonus that there was a private beach in the neighborhood. Marcy was also so sweet and very responsive. 5 stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abbey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last minute family trip
We had a great time at the rental for a last minute family vacation. Short walk to the beach, which was clean and sandy. Great for little kids and bigger kids too. Plenty of ice cream places in town. Game room in the basement was a hit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021