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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kelleys Island, OH
  • Cedar Point
  • Inscription Rock
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Kelleys Island State Park Public Beach
    ‪9 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 - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Kelleys Island State Park Public Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Glacial Grooves State Monument - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Marblehead Lighthouse - 43 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Marblehead Lighthouse State Park - 43 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Netty's - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪West Bay Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Wave - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Camp Runinmuck - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Villa Eatery & Bar - ‬7 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

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Exterior

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
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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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash any dishes used during your stay .
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

Property is also known as

Screened Back Porch is Haven House Kelleys Island
Screened Back Porch is Haven
Screened in Back Porch is a Haven! Kelleys Island
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Screened in back porch is a haven! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yet another wonderful stay!! TYSM, Sarah and Mike!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Checking in and out was easy. The house is nice, clean, and well furnished. The large kitchen is well equipped. The beds are lfirm but comfortable. The screened in back porch was a lovely place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always enjoy our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house made our stay on the island perfect! It has everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing time. The house was clean, has lots of room for everyone and the screened in porch was our favorite place to hang out, drink our morning coffee and watch the hummingbirds:) The hosts are amazing, had zero issues checking in or out. Would definitely rent again if we ever visit the island again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed at this house for several years because the hosts are GREAT and the house is perfect for our needs. When our children were younger, our son had his own room with two twin beds, our daughter had her own room with a queen-sized bed, and we had the master bedroom with the king-sized bed. The kitchen is well-equipped. The screened-in porch is amazing with a nice sitting area and a dining room table area. The house is in a nice location on the east side of the island away from busyness, but also, just a 10 minute bike ride into town--the best of both worlds. You can see the lake at the end of the lane--a little less than 1/2 mile walk from the house. We enjoy our stay and look forward to it every year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness

fish trip

it was everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

The property is in a quiet location with a gorgeous screen in porch area perfect for coffee and chatting in the morning and relaxing in the evening! No bugs and super private. The living and dining room are very spacious and allow for visiting, playing games and dinners! Host provided lots of music CDs and games we enjoyed! Thank you for a wonderful time !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Kelley’s Island Screened Inn

Was perfect for what I needed. Cleanliness was great. Every amenity you could ask for. Only complaint is the AC didn’t work great during the day, but place stayed manageable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A comfortable and clean place!

We really enjoyed our stay at the house. The place was clean and had everything we would need. The back porch was awesome.The house guide at the property and the vrbo descriptions had some discrepancies, which occasionally made things a bit confusing. For example, we bought toilet paper and paper towels as according to the VRBO instructions, but the house was already stocked. Not a big deal at all, just good to know.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Always a great place to stay. Wonderful hosts and can't wait to be back!
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness

fishing

everything was very good except we could not get internet service and the TV would lose the signel. I would book it again
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

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