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Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 483 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Toledo, OH
  • Huntington Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Glass City Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Maumee Bay State Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the area

Toledo

On waterfront.Your stay at this cottage will put you steps from Carland Beach and a 5-minute walk from Lake Erie. Lost Peninsula Marina and Erie State Game Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Huntington Center - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Glass City Center - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Fifth Third Field - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • University of Toledo - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Maumee Bay State Park - 27 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Toledo Station - 16 min drive
  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cinco De Mayo - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Northwood Villa - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whales Tale Tavern - ‬5 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.

Cheerful House on Lake Erie

Newly remodeled home on Lake Erie, contempory interior right on Lake Erie. Relax in comfort with this smart house that just had a complete interior make over. Walk up the steps to see beautiful Lake Erie, have a fire, relax and unwind. Enjoy the fresh air off the lake, take a walk to one of the local restaurants. Tankless water heater for hot water for all guests, heat and AC to keep you comfortable. Use Alexa to turn on and off lights, fans, TV or change the music.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Walkable Location - Direct Lake Access - Laptop-Friendly Workspace

***This is a lake house. It is beautiful being on the water, but it also brings different bugs and spiders. We do spray for them, but unfortunately life on the lake is a bit different.***

House: 900 sq ft

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed

Bedroom 2: Queen Bed

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, drip coffee maker

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, laptop-friendly workspace, electric fireplace, ceiling fans

GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels

FAQ: Quiet hours (11 PM - 7 AM), not suitable for children (small cliff, no fence), steps required, Ring security system

PARKING: Street parking (3-4 vehicles)

ATTRACTIONS: Imagination Station (5.6 miles), Toledo Museum of Art (7.2 miles), Hollywood Casino Toledo (8.8 miles), Toledo Zoo (9.3 miles), Toledo Zoo Aquarium (9.7 miles), Toledo Botanical Garden (13.7 miles)

PARKS: International Park (5.9 miles), Promenade Park (6.4 miles), Swan Creek Preserve MetroPark (12.5 miles), Wildwood Preserve MetroPark (12.8 miles), Maumee Bay State Park (13.5 miles)

HISTORICAL SITES: Fort Miamis (13.4 miles), Fort Meigs (19.5 miles), The Fallen Timbers Battlefield (20.5 miles)

DAY TRIPS: Ann Arbor (51.8 miles), Detroit (53.0 miles), Cleveland (117.2 miles), Columbus (137.5 miles)

AIRPORTS: Toledo Express Airport (24.2 miles), Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (39.1 miles)


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-- POLICIES and BASIC RULES--


-This house sleeps 4 adults. Owner must approve any additional guests and fees will apply. Undisclosed guests may result in removal from property.

- No smoking

- No pets allowed. Evidence of pets at the property will result in a $500 fine

- No events, parties or large gatherings

- Must be at least 25 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Stairs are required to enter this property and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility

- Your safety matters. There is a Ring doorbell security system

- Quiet hours are from 11:00 PM - 7:00AM

- Commonly asked questions -

Is the property located directly on the water?

Yes, the house is directly on the water, no other property separates you from Lake Erie. There is a hill that was built 30 years ago to prevent the peninsula from flooding, so you must walk up a hill located 40 foot out the back door to see the water.

Can you swim, is there a beach?

While I don't recommend swimming, you can. It is very rocky beach out back. Some people have brought kayaks to launch and have had no issues.

Is there room to park my boat? Can I fish?

You can fish out back, pick your lucky spot on the rocks and cast a line! There is room for boat parking, I will just need a heads up. The local launch is about 2 miles away, and you are split pretty even between Catawba and Detroit for fishing!

Property manager

Justin Balduf

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 889 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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 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, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Cheerful House on Lake Erie Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet little cottage….
We truly enjoyed our stay at this sweet little cottage. All Toledo sites were easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Pat R.

Cottage reviews
Mostly acceptable found some dead insects in the window in winter, snow and ice in the instructrd entry way and when paying for a rental i hab never been asked to a strip beds and load the washing machine.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet relaxing getaway
We found the property very clean and comfortable. We would definitely recommend this location to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody H.

Liked: Cleanliness
No complaints.
We enjoyed our stay. Was easy to get in and host was easy to get in touch with. The lake is right behind the house and was completely frozen so that was cool to see and our kids liked it. If I had to complain about something I would have to nit pick and be ridiculous like the overly high chairs in another review.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
Very cute little bungalow. Comfortable, clean, all new appliances and smart TVs. Fireplace is cozy and the beds are pretty comfortable. Communication with the owner is easy, and he volunteers a lot of helpful info.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C., Graham NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and clean! Comfy bed!!
Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Creerful House
Very impressed with this place. Wife loved the walk in shower. We have family 5 minutes away. Loved the smart home setup. We'll definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy, comfortable stay!
Met up with some friends for a weekend get away. Justin did an amazing job updating this little cottage! Everything was very nice. It was clean, tidy, and had everything you need in the kitchen! The property was close to everything we hoped to visit. And Justin was very quick to respond to any questions we had. We would all recommend this property to you if you are considering staying!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, Relaxing and BEAUTIFUL
The Cottage was perfect and just what we needed to wind down after my husbands open heart surgery The cottage has so many ammenities, even a TV in the washroom! The cottage is close to so many activities, it was difficult to choose what to do first! My husband highly recommend this rental for the perfect peaceful respite. The host is very pleasent, just a phone call or text away if there are any issues.a
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely clean and cheerful
Husband and I stayed at the house for the weekend for a wedding by in a nearby town. Arrived in the dark and the house was as described on the outside and easy to find in the dark. The property has been beautifully decorated and upgraded. The shower was a nice touch with all the spray options. Only downside to our stay were a lot of overlooked spider webs in the light fixtures and the beds weren’t the greatest to sleep on, one being too hard and the other being super noisy when you moved. Overall would definitely recommend the house and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy D., Anderson, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool Lake Breezes
We thoroughly enjoyed this charming little lake front home. It was always several degrees cooler here than when we went into town to shop or for dinner. Wish there had been screens in the living room windows so we could have opened them.
Stayed 20 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Erie House
My friend and I had a lovely time at your house. We really appreciated how reachable the owner was, and loved the cute house. The kitchen had everything we needed, and the shower was delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mark C., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice update house
The owner, Justin, did an amazing job updating this house. It is quaint and located close to the shoreline of Lake Erie. My wife and i enjoyed our time. All of the rooms have been upgraded and electronics connected via Alexa. (That took a little getting used to.) A few items to note: 1. The lock for entry is on the side of the house & the owner recommends using the back door for carrying things in/out. This is good advice as the side entry has higher steps which my be ackward as well as a 90 degree turn into the kitchen. 2. The beds in both rooms have new matresses. These were a bit too firm for my wife's and my liking. If you prefer softer for sleeping, the couch worked better. 3. The two best places on the couch are the reclining seat nearest the kitchen and the "corner". I sunk in other spaces and could not get the second reclining seat to "recline". 4. Alexa randomly spoke and/or played something without being called upon. 5. There is a gazebo directly behind the house. There were some people partying (end of labor day weekend) and we were initially told by the owner to stay away as the gazebo is private property. Later, he indicated we could go by it but noting it was a work in process. (Recommend this be clearly described in the posting.) 6. Two items outside of the owners control were (a) brown/copperish water for a period of time and (b) intermittent internet connectivity. These didnt last or impact the stay - just some inconvenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malene H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil Holiday by the Lake
The house was tidy and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The host was responsive and easy to reach. It's a beautiful home we hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
Nice little house in quiet neighborhood on the lake. Unfortunately couldn't launch kayaks from the property but found other places to go. We had a great time celebrating our anniversary!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little Getaway
Even with neighbors, this home felt secluded and comfy. We didn’t use the backyard much, but the view from the living room was nice and the retaining walls kept it private. Kitchen was well equipped for normal use. Absolutely LOVED the shower! 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness
review
Great place to stay , there was no beach or fire pit but that is ok the only real problem was with the WIFI . it was a very very week signal , there are tv's in every room but we could hardly watch the one in the living room. ( TV is on streaming service )
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax on the Lake
Wonderful updated home. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conner W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely in the top 5 vacation rentals we
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb C., Columbus

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Nice clean quiet place to unwind or use as a place to explore the lake and Toledo. Kitchen was great for preparing breakfasts. Although the host did not plan this, we enjoyed watching the rabbits enjoy themselves in the yard. Thank you for your hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Everything about this house was great! The location is on a quiet street. We were able to get to the zoo and the beach easily. The house was clean and comfortable. My kids loved that there is a TV in the bathroom. The host was friendly and communicative. I was also able to adjust my stay by a day pretty last minute which I really appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed
Seen some bald eagles on the lake inside of house wqs nice and fully equipment. Our tank for the grill was empty but other then that we enjoyed our stay....
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sunrise
Warm and very welcoming. Justin was a great host. We enjoyed our stay at his house. What we loved the most is the view from the living room - great way to wake up and see the beautiful sunrise. Very quiet neighborhood and nice place to retreat after a long day. The place is clean and stocked with all things necessary. Will stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay on the Great Lake
Everything was clean and comfy. Great experience all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki L., Tempe

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Beautiful amazing property. Hosts were wonderful. Would definitely stay again when I come back into town to visit family.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024