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★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★

Guest house near Polaris Fashion Place in Lewis Center

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Property grounds
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Lewis Center, OH
  • Place, Alum Creek State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Lewis Center

On lake.You'll find Alum Creek State Park and Lazer Kraze within 3 miles (5 km) of this guesthouse. Alum Creek Beach and Cinemark Polaris 18 are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Alum Creek State Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Polaris Fashion Place - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Columbus Zoo and Aquarium - 17 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Ohio State University - 21 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Ohio Stadium - 23 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Walker Woods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Senor Antonio's Mexican Restaurante And Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★

"The Mad Cat Inn" is a guest house located on our 10 acre estate that gives you quiet serenity, lots of open green space, plenty of parking (including for your boat if you are boating at nearby Alum Creek Reservoir).

Feel at ease! You are safe! We have a CASPR unit inside which removes 93.19% of all viruses!!

13 minutes to the state fairgrounds, 5 minutes to Polaris Fashion Place, 17 minutes to The Ohio State University and 20 minutes to downtown Columbus or the world renowned Columbus Zoo!

The space
• Located between two quiet neighborhoods.
• Balcony with awesome view of the property.
• Access to hot tub, basketball pole, and fire pit.
• Fully equipped laundry room containing a washer, dryer, ironing board and folding table.
• Off-street parking: Three parking spaces in front of the house, additional parking upon request.
• Living room contains a 50” 4K smart television.
• Every bedroom has it's own individual smart TV.
• Fully equipped kitchen.

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire guest house with the exception of one small storage closet.

Outside of the guest house, you will also have access to some of our exterior amenities, including our hot tub, fire pit, patio, and basketball hoop. You are also welcome to take a walk or play games in the fields on the back 8 acres of our property.

All exterior amenities of the estate are shared with the main house, so you may encounter us while you are using them.

Other things to note
CHECK IN: Check in is at 3 PM or later.

CHECK OUT: Check out is at 11 AM.

PARKING: There are three well marked parking spaces directly in front of the guest house. You are welcome to use any and all of them.

There are five cameras that film the exterior of the property around the main house, and one that films the front door of the guest house. These cameras are exterior only and do not film any private areas. The interior of the house is monitored by NoiseAware, which will alert us to sustained loud noises during our quiet hours.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Books
  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Table tennis

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Only the number of people listed in your reservation may be at the property without explicit permission from the host.
Quiet hours from 9PM - 8AM. Please watch TV or play music at moderate volume during these hours, and try to be quiet while using exterior amenities.
No glitter, confetti, fireworks, firecrackers, or sparklers.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: ask owner before hand if questions

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This includes vaping and is not limited to tobacco

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★ to the airport?

This guesthouse is 19.5 mi (24-min drive) away from the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★ on Jun 22, 2026 start from CA $368, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★ have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

How close is ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★ to the beach?

This guesthouse is 2.7 mi (6-min drive) from Alum Creek Beach.

Does ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★ offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★ have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★ have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is ★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★ to downtown Lewis Center?

This guesthouse is 1.6 mi away from Lewis Center.

★The Mad Cat Inn★Private Guest House★ FirePit★HotTub★ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our sixth Christmas stay at the Mad Cat Inn. The hosts are great. The rental is well appointed and 100 per cent as represented
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hospitality was excellent and the house itself was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cole K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place for a Family

Beautiful place with plenty of features and amenities for families. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and the provided dog park, fire pit with firewood, and hot tub made our stay comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

Beautiful, exceptionally clean, great location, awesome amenities for the whole family! Close to the zoo, waterpark and so much more. Doc and Carrie are amazing hosts! Would highly recommend and hope to come back some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J Warren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was in wonderful condition. Had everything you needed. Close to shopping and restaurants. Will hope to have a return visit
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

samantha w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean property with a dog yard! It made our stay that much better, being able to sit by a fire and knowing our pups were safe. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We were in town for a tournament and this was a great stay. We loved the dog park and the fire pit. Would stay if in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheyanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip

We really enjoyed our stay! The hot tub was amazing. The host does amazing with responding quickly!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wil C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great setup for family and kids

Our family rented two units for an extended wedding weekend and it couldn’t have worked out better for us. The hosts are friendly and welcoming, and the toy barn was a huge hit. Will definitely look to stay here again when visiting Columbus relatives.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SOOOO HAPPY!!!

Doc and Carrie are fantastic hosts! Everything was flawless - from booking to check in to check out :) We will absolutely stay at one of their properties in the future. Thank you so much for making us feel welcome and for such top-notch accommodations!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas with family

This was our fifth Christmas at The Mad Cat Inn. It has consistently been outstanding in every way
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a great stay!

I own a cheer gym, and got called to do a cheer camp for Olentangy High School. I rented the Mad Cat Inn for my coaches and I. The property is absolutely beautiful. Everything was just as pictured online. The beds were very comfortable which was a huge plus. We used the hot tub both nights which was very relaxing after a 9 hour cheer day. There are so many options for dining in the area, as well as shopping. Would definitely be back to the Mad Cat Inn!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem!!

It was our home away from home during our stay. Comfortable, clean and welcoming. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay but great

We only stayed for two nights but it was a great stay. We needed something that we could bring our dog to and this was perfect. The owners are very nice. The fenced area for dogs was great. Beds are comfy and the place was clean. We will keep this place in mind for future stays for sure. Thanks Doc, for your hospitality. My 4 year old also had a great time playing with all the toys in the barn.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eddie h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent

Stay was awesome, the toy barn (corn hole, ping pong) was a great addition, I look forward to staying here anytime i am in the Columbus area. Thanks again Doc!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Great location. Property is well maintained and organized. Unit was very clean. Owner communicated often, answered all questions very quickly. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we were looking for!

The property was very clean and had plenty of space for our family of six plus our dog. The neighborhood was nice and it was minutes away from Alum Creek’s beach and campsite. The dog park was a great bonus. The hosts communicated well and were welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family trips

This is a wonderful property for families as there are tons of activities on property for kids and adults as well! It is also in a great location to do the numerous activities that Columbus has to offer and is surrounded by great restaurants and shops. I would only put in a word of caution that this property is very close to the owner's house; however, they did do a great job of providing privacy in the rental house as much as possible.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we were looking for

Everything was perfect. The only wish we had was if we could’ve had more time to enjoy it. We highly recommend this property and Doc
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely had the best time at The mad cat inn. It was just fantastic. The property was beautiful. The house was clean and well maintained beds so comfortable. Doc and his wife Carrie have thought of every detail to make your stay just super relaxing. We had our dogs with us and the dog park was amazing. Also the toy barn was so cool the kids loved all the toys and cars etc they stayed busy all day. Hot tub super clean also. We will be back for sure. Thanks again for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chance C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice clean place

Great place, great location. The only thing that put a hinderance was the VRBO app itself. Thankfully the property owner, Doc, did everything he could to help! Cool guy, i will likely be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend trip

Doc and Carrie were wonderful hosts! They were readily available and prompt in addressing any needs or answering questions. The house and property were immaculate. I would stay again and would recommend to anyone who is planning to visit the Columbus area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TRACY P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Mad Cat Inn. The lodging was very clean and well stocked with everything you need for your stay; such as, towels, linens, pots and pans, dishes, utensils, etc. The house is decorated beautifully too. The property/neighborhood is very quiet and if you have small children, Doc and Carrie have a “toy barn” with lots of goodies to keep the little ones busy. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Airport trip

Needed an overnight near escape room, food, nail spa,& in route to airport. Run by Lovely people around for assistance. I believe they made their own board game so that was neat to see. If we had more time we would’ve given it a go! The bedrooms were comfy and the amenities were plenty.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic! Everything we were looking for!

Just recently stayed at the Mad Cat Inn for a weekend of boating on Alum Creek. Can’t say enough about the cleanliness and quality of this rental. And the amount of toys and other things to do there are endless. We will have to come back and stay longer next time. Hosts were super helpful and friendly. Just loved staying here! Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023