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Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight

Beachfront houseboat near Lake Erie

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A large, multi-deck boat with a covered upper deck, railings, and a chain mooring.
A boat deck with two red chairs, a striped rug, and a sign reading "AFTERNOON DELIGHT".
A snack station with a coffee machine and a window view.
A room with a sofa, a small table, a wooden floor, and a door leading outside.
A room with a bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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Port Clinton, OH
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, African Safari Wildlife Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Catawba Island State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Port Clinton

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Erie and 2 miles (3 km) of Jet Express with a stay here. Fisherman's Wharf and Waterworks Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark - 9 min drive - 12.5 km
  • African Safari Wildlife Park - 9 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Catawba Island State Park - 15 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Cedar Point - 30 min drive - 42.3 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 23 min drive
  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Roger's Seafood House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Brick House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Gristmill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight

Afterrnoon Delight is a houseboat with tons of charm! Wake up to the sounds of the water and go to bed watching an amazing sunset!

The outdoor space of this boat is great! The large front deck two comfy chairs and side table. The upper deck has two lounge chairs to enjoy the sunshine or evening sunset.

Inside you will find a king size bed, kitchen area with fridge/microwave and kcup coffee maker. The front living area has a futon that can double as an additional sleeping area. While there is a bathroom on the boat, we ask this is used sparingly as the systems are sensitive. We have a BRAND NEW bathhouse that was built at our dock. There are three full bathrooms with regular size showers, toilets and sinks. Just steps away from the boat. (2023)

You will love being able to walk to the beach and having Downtown Port Clinton activities within minutes. Restaurants, bars, live music, festivals, farmers markets, art shows and more! If you have a boat/jet skis/kayak this is the paradise for you. Please let us know if you would like to bring it, we have dock spaces available. There is access to Lake Erie and the Portage River directly from the marina. The Sandusky Bay is only a few minutes’ drive, as well as Cedar Point. The Jet Express is a couple minutes down the road, and you can be to Put N Bay or Kelley’s Island quickly!

Reminder, this is a boat on the water, in a marina. There are other houseboats and personal boats in the marina. The boats do not move from the dock, but simply camping on the water! Depending on the weather, there can be movement. There can also be different kinds of wildlife and bugs. This is similar to camping, but on the water! Spiders, Flies, Mayflies, Nats, etc are all creatures of the water areas. We do spray and clean for these, but want to make you aware that you may see them. We do our best to keep you comfortable! Please let us know if there is anything we can do while you are with us.

Our boats are aluminum and with fluctuating weather conditions they sweat continuously which can cause a musty odor and may not be the ideal stay for someone with asthma or allergies.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: be mindful of neighbors and dispose properly

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Rules

Please ensure all trash is put into the garbage bin on the boat before checkout. Any excessive cleaning will incur an additional charge.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children under 12 should wear life vests on dock

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Be mindful of neighbors and dispose properly

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight to the airport?

This houseboat is 53.7 mi (57-min drive) away from the Toledo Express Airport (TOL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.

How close is Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight to the beach?

This houseboat is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight offer free breakfast?

This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat.

What time is check-in at Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight?

Free parking is not available at this houseboat.

Does Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight have a pool?

This houseboat does not have a pool.

Does Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

How close is Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight to downtown Port Clinton?

This houseboat is 1.1 mi away from Port Clinton.

Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The houseboat was wonderful!! We are going again next weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Houseboat get away

We had the most relaxing time on the houseboat. Lots to do in the area, owners were the best! It’s like camping on the water. We truly enjoyed the time there and would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew F.

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

Weekend fishing trip

Better than most hotels in area !! Small inconvenience with bath rooms and bath house , great weekend !!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Dream Boat of a Stay

Why stay in a hotel when you can chill on the water and enjoy sunrise, sunsets and relaxation like what you’ll find here. Quiet, peaceful, serene, and an out of the box fun experience. Community washrooms, very secure, safe and clean, but dont forget to take a towel! Would and hope to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had an amazing weekend! Everyone was so friendly. Had live music and a cookout for the guests Saturday evening. It was a great experience with great people. We will definitely be going back. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Beautiful Getaway

Far more enjoyable than any hotel - you get a personalized sunset view from the upper decks of the houseboat. It's like camping, but even better without the camp-bugs. The bathrooms are at the end of the dock, but are spacious and clean. We came on a holiday weekend, so had special treats of fireworks visible to the west, a festival downtown, delicious food everywhere - and even dock parties with live music one night and a DJ another. Very relaxing atmosphere and we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aimy A.

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

Excellent hospitality

We had a wonderful experience! It was my birthday weekend and the property management made it a great one! Friday night they grilled out for all of us and they even got me a birthday cake. It was so sweet. They had karaoke and music on the dock as well. Saturday night they fried walleye fish! We really enjoyed watching the sunset on top of the house boat. It was nice being so close to the beach. I give it a 10 out of 10!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I’ll be honest I wasn’t sure what I’d be getting myself into because I’ve never done anything like this before but, it was my birthday and I wanted something different. This exceeded my expectations and it’s hands down one of the coolest things that I’ve ever done. The property and bathroom facilities were clean and well maintained. Communication was great with the owners/host. They really are passionate about bringing their love of the outdoors to others and I could tell that they were genuinely for me to have my little adventure. I wouldn’t hesitate to do it again. Oh, and I forgot to mention the sunsets and sunrises are AMAZING!! The pictures definitely don’t do it justice. I mean I honestly don’t have a negative thing to say about the property, owners, or experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chay C.

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

Fun experience, something different!

We really enjoyed our stay for the weekend. It was a unique experience for sure. One thing we were not prepared for was how windy it got at night time. You could definitely feel the boat moving which unless you're a heavy sleeper will keep you up at nighttime. The bed was really comfortable, and everything was as is in the photos. It was so nice of the renters to leave snacks and coffee as well. For 2 people the property was perfect especially if you like the outdoors and camping. It felt like camping on the water. The shower house was just a short drive-you could definitely walk but we were staying in October and it's a little chilly. Overall we really enjoyed staying! Definitely would have preferred a warmer month so you can enjoy the top level in the sunshine. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022