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Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Kelleys Island, OH
  • Inscription Rock
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kelleys Island State Park Public Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Cedar Point
    ‪77 min drive‬

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About the area

Kelleys Island

City center stay.Stay at this Kelleys Island vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Erie and 2 miles (3 km) of Seaway Marina. Quinn Preserve and Inscription Rock are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Inscription Rock - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Kelleys Island State Park Public Beach - 10 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Glacial Grooves State Monument - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Marblehead Lighthouse - 43 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Cedar Point - 77 min drive - 44.5 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shores Club - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Hidden Beach Bar - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪West Bay Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kelleys Island Wine Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jamestown Tavern - ‬41 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.

Screened in back porch is a haven!

Our cottage home is a family-oriented, non-smoking, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath ranch style home built in 2000. It will sleep 6 comfortably with a king sized bed in the master bedroom, a queen sized bed in second bedroom, 2 twin beds in the third bedroom. The living spaces include a large living room, dining room with a dining table that seats 6, a full service kitchen, a den and a large 12' x 40' screened in back porch with ample seating for conversation and a large table that seats up to 10. We are located on a quiet street 1.3 miles east of the ferry dock.
The driveway will hold two trucks plus boat trailers side by side. We have many amenities to ensure a happy, relaxing vacation at a home you will want to return to year after year!
* Must be 25 years of age to register.  Sorry, no pets.  We are unable to accommodate bachelor or bachelorette parties.

Amenities:
bed and bath linens
central air/heating
6 ceiling fans
full service kitchen includes refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee pot, Keurig, toaster, dinnerware, glassware, silverware, cookware, bakeware, utensils
tv with antenna and dvd player
dvd library
stereo with cd library
gas grill
washer/dryer
screened in porch with seating and dining area
miscellaneous books/games/toys
fire ring
high chair
playpen
beach access at the end of our street, 0.4 miles from the house (current water level too high for beach access.)

Items you will need to bring:
groceries
toiletries
beach towels/blankets
laundry detergent

Property manager

Mike and Sarah Krafty

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • On a lake

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

  • 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Screened in back porch is a haven! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Come back every year. Great host and great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

This place is a great place to stay and look forward to coming back year after year. The owners are also very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Fishing Cabin

Great place to stay, Owners were very easy to deal with, had a fish cleaning table for us, clean cabin in a quiet location, will be staying here again
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

Excellent as always and couldn't find a better host and I have stayed at many.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing stay

The guys and I had a great time and stay at this property, clean and easy to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

shaun M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual fishing trip

As always a extraordinary clean home with ample parking for two trucks and boats. Highly recommended location, Sara and Mike are great hosts , this was our fourth year there and it gets harder and harder every year to leave for home. Can’t wait until next year
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing with the Guys

We have stayed here for several years now. It is is a quiet area with nice neighbors. Short drive to anywhere on the island. Lots of room for everyone to sleep and to relax quietly in different areas of the house. The back porch is a great hangout. Thanks again to the owners for years of memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another amazing trip!

Another amazing trip; the cottage is great! Thx Sarah and Mike - we always feel at home at your property!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our rental on Kelly’s Island.

We enjoyed the inside of the property, but the outside including the screened-in porch could have been cleaner. Lots of cobwebs etc. The beds were comfortable. Had everything we needed. When I booked the stay, I didn’t realize there was a golf car and we weren’t permitted to use. It was confusing about what we were to do with the garbage. One place in the instructions it said to put it in the garbage can at the end of driveway and in another place it said for us to dispose of it. We would rent it again. Loved being right on the island
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Cottage!

A beautiful cottage on a quiet street near the water! It was nicely done and has everything a person could want for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kelleys Island Getaway

We love Kelleys have been here many times. Hiking, beaches, bicycling, there are lots of family oriented things to do. Our rental was quiet and close to everything. It was as described with lots of amenities. The porch was fantastic, perfect for relaxing and very private.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Accomidats fisherman very well. Nice quiet location. Can't wait to stay here again. Thank You!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Kathryn J.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Overall a Decent Stay! (See pros and cons)

Overall, my family and I enjoyed our trip to Kelly’s Island! Here are the Pros and Cons we found at this particular VRBO: Pros: - showers/toilets and beds were clean - back porch was an amazing place to relax - plenty of parking - quiet street - yard was nicely kept - fire ring area was a nice feature - although we didn’t read or play any games, it’s nice they offered plenty of books and games - appreciated the recommendations of places to see on the island Cons: -diningware was dirty (some of which had been put away in the cupboard dirty) - crumbs on the seats (couches/armchairs and dining chairs) - floors were not swept/vacuumed - the soaking tub had some sort of drip stains, we didn’t feel comfortable using it - tables, counters, and fridge were sticky and dirty; we ended up wiping down most of the kitchen to feel comfortable - coffee machine was covered in grease and had old grounds - wood pile was not as advertised in the pictures (almost all the wood was gone and what was left was covered by brush and some poison ivy) - some of my family members felt the beds were uncomfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

I’ve stayed at this property several times. Always clean and comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay on Kelley's Island

This property was perfect for a week of fishing. The driveway and freezer are a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nothing short of great!

Always great there, a very nice location, nice and clean with great communication with the owner! Very reasonable for this Island!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay - as always!

We had a wonderful "repeat" stay here. It is always clean, comfortable, and convenient. The porch cannot be beat. We are so comfortable, and appreciate the care that Sarah and Mike demonstrate with this property. Love it!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Kelley's Island trip

We have rented this property on numerous occasions and have enjoyed our stay each year. The back porch is awesome. Extra freezer and ice maker are nice to have. We will be back as long as you will have us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

April F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kelley’s Cottage

This cozy lake house was the perfect rental for our family. They had everything we needed. We loved the screened in porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marnee W.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was an over all good experience

It was just as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Margaret Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kelley’s Island

Nice location. Stocked well with everything we needed. Nice screened in porch. Lots of games to play.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

Great place , very spacious and contains everything you need for a vacation away from home. We will definitely book next year
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

All around perfect!

This property was exactly as listed and exactly what we were looking for! The house had everything we needed for our stay and the screened in porch was the perfect place for us to relax and chat each evening. This was the first time we have invited friends to the island for our annual trip and the house was the the perfect size for our group. The owners were very pleasant to communicate with. We definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place

Very nice, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Best place I have stayed at on Kellys Island! Really clean and nice, better than description and I would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022