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The Lake House for Family & Friends

Buckeye Lake vacation home with kitchen

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Smart TV, books
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Buckeye Lake, OH
  • Place, Buckeye Lake Brewery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Watkins Island
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crane Island
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the area

Buckeye Lake

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this Buckeye Lake vacation home, you'll find Watkins Island and Buckeye Lake Brewery. Crane Island and Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Buckeye Lake Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Watkins Island - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crane Island - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 34 min drive - 56.9 km
  • Ohio State University - 37 min drive - 61.7 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Best Western Lakewood Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Boat Yard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buckeye Lake Winery - ‬20 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.

The Lake House for Family & Friends

Just float thru life in this centrally located new lake house. Across the street is a walk/bike path to the north shore of Buckeye Lake & public boat ramp is less that 1/2 mile. Walk to restaurants, Yacht Club, ice cream, Boat Yard for bike or kayak rental or just enjoy a drink with live music. Fenced yard for small pets (no more than 25 lbs accepted) or enjoy enclosed front entryway to watch the sunset. Roku TV & wi-fi available. National Trails raceway a 5 minute drive from house. Weekends must be two nights (Fri & Sat). When booking, you must tell us how many guests there will be to have enough towels, etc. We must know if you are bringing a pet, breed & size. Pet fee of $50 must be paid at booking or reservation can be cancelled.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Weekendsrequire2nightstay.
FridaystaymusthaveSaturdaystay
Singlestaysduringweekdays

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Plz let us know ages of all guests

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
Note from host: Plz let us know ages of all guests
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. Note from host: Plz let us know ages of all guests For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

The Lake House for Family & Friends Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brent K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful space to spend the weekend. House is clean and bright, shower and kitchen are excellent. Onsite laundry and off street parking are great bonuses. Thanks so much for having us, will stay again next time in Buckeye Lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean cute place! We found it just as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth Ann B., Chapel Hill, NC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Accurate listing and clear communication. Short easy walk to lake. Met our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun weekend at the racetrack.

The house was fully equipped with everything we needed. it was clean and homy. We had a dog with us and was glad to see the fenced in yard. Our host was very welcoming and accommodating. Centrally located near gas, groceries, restaurants and a beautiful lake. We were there for the weekend so there was a fair amount of traffic on the busy street which made sleep a little difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice family getaway

Our stay was great. 3 bedrooms perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Trip to Buckeye Lake

We were in town for a family event. The rental house served out needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jody W.

Good stay

Location was convenient to restaurants/brewery, but just something to be conscience about is the traffic noise; house is right on state route. Very cute place though and served its purpose.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient and close to the lake

Nice place to get some focused work done during the off season. Thanks!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

We stayed in early spring - just needed to vacate our home for 2 nights. Summer would be great!

Very convenient and had all of the necessities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little house in a convenient location

I was using this house to accommodate family visiting in from out of state. We spent a weekend exploring central Ohio. This house is a fun mix of modern and vintage decor in a convenient location. With easy access to I-70 you can use this place as a basecamp for doing all kinds of fun stuff without having to deal with the traffic and hassles of Columbus. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lana G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay

The property was great.. Girls weekend getaway.. all 6 of us had an amazing time..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

janelle p.

Liked: Cleanliness

good location

The house has a good location right across the street from the lake and Boatyard. It is good value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful visit

lovely lake house, close to everything. definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

We really enjoyed our stay. House was clean and the beds were comfortable. I would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A week at Buckeye Lake

Love the house. Clean, and just like the pictures showed. Love the Boat Yard, and walk-in the bike path. Also they allowed our well trained dog 🐶 more places needs to be like these great owners. They was nice also. We will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was a cute little house.

The owner and maintenance lady were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean efficient comfortable

Great little place with just what you need. Comfortable beds. Super clean throughout. Great place! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving 2023

We had a wonderful visit with our son for Thanksgiving. The home was well maintained and just the perfect size for our stay. We will definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for business visit!

We've stayed here for business multiple times because it is always clean and comfortable, easy access and usually available. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay!

We really appreciate the accommodations for our business needs! We will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and nicely decorated

Stayed several nights for business visit. Nicely laid out and nicely decorated. Everything looked new. Fit our needs perfectly!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable lake vibes

Stayed at this property just across the road from Buckeye Lake. It was clean, convenient with fun lake vibes. Barb was easy to work with and gave some good tips for the area. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great home and convenient location. I will definitely return to this home again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Kent

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place

Very nice place, close and convenient to everything. Walking distance to bars, restaurants and the lake. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place for a getaway

Very clean. We enjoyed our visit. Location is great, within walking distance the lake and places to eat and drink
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022