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Interior
Dining
8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 23

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

DOWNTOWN VICTORIAN. WALK TO CP, FERRY BOATS, BARS & CAFES. SLEEPS 23, BOOK NOW!

We offer more that just a pretty home to rent for vacation. We offer a superb location in downtown Sandusky. Two blocks from the water minutes to every hot spot in downtown. And trust me our downtown is Hottttt!!!!!! Our downtown has been voted the #1 Coastal Downtown in America by USA TODAY!!
It has such a cool coastal vibe, you're going to just love it.

This beautiful beach themed house is just 1 short mile to Cedar Point. This home is very large with room to roam and boasts two staircases. We've redone all the bedrooms in light and airy colors. Our incredible Beach themed home features 8 bedrooms (one on the main floor).One King, Eight Queens, One Double and one pull out futon. The forever water heater means you'll never run out of hot water....take a nice hot, long shower if you want to. If you like restaurants, museums, coffee houses, night spots, theaters and antique shops you will love staying in this location.

Private parking for three/four in the back with additional parking directly in front of our home for four/five additional vehicles. We offer dining room seating for 20 with six additional seats in the kitchen. We've also added a privacy deck and eating area for entertaining in the back.....palm trees...white lights....you get the picture. Come stay in a extra large home where generations can come together as a family and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Lake Erie beckons just a short walk away with the boat launch right downtown. Many beautiful parks and play areas line our waterfront. You'll love strolling through our beautiful downtown. We offer a brand new ax throwing bar (fun) an all new indoor mall with new eating establishments. Come enjoy our lush gardens and you can even visit the Carousel Museum to enjoy a ride on their indoor carousel from Cedar Point long ago. Our downtown caters to all levels of tastes in cuisine.

We offer tons of waterfront dining, café style coffee shops and incredible pizzeria's. We have something for everyone. We are a short drive away from the new Cedar Point Sports Complex as well. We look forward to having you stay for a week or a month. Everyone loves vacationing together!

This house has been such a labor of love and we know you are going to love your time here.

Property manager

Jeff and Angie Gnidovec

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not 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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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, 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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Sandusky, OH

What's nearby

  • Shoreline Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Jackson Street Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Cedar Point - 10 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 3 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪OH Taco - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bait House Brewery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sail In - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cameo Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sandusky Yacht Club - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is DOWNTOWN VICTORIAN. WALK TO CP, FERRY BOATS, BARS & CAFES. SLEEPS 23, BOOK NOW! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DOWNTOWN VICTORIAN. WALK TO CP, FERRY BOATS, BARS & CAFES. SLEEPS 23, BOOK NOW!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DOWNTOWN VICTORIAN. WALK TO CP, FERRY BOATS, BARS & CAFES. SLEEPS 23, BOOK NOW!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is DOWNTOWN VICTORIAN. WALK TO CP, FERRY BOATS, BARS & CAFES. SLEEPS 23, BOOK NOW! located?

This family-friendly Sandusky vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Sandusky Bay and Lake Erie. Shoreline Park and Jackson Street Pier are also within 10 minutes. Sandusky Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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DOWNTOWN VICTORIAN. WALK TO CP, FERRY BOATS, BARS & CAFES. SLEEPS 23, BOOK NOW! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tally R.

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

Great location and lots of special touches

Our family celebrated two college graduations and had a great time! The owner really goes above and beyond to add special touches throughout the house. The location is fantastic to the ferry, waterfront and downtown nightlife. Watching the sunset at Dockside Cafe was one of our favorite spots. You will be sure to enjoy your stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulf W.

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

Great family vacation

Very spacious, clean Victorian home, everyone had their own bedroom, centrally located to downtown area of Sandusky...Jeff and Angie were very hospitable hosts, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Great house for family gatherings!

Check in was easy, house was clean and exactly as described! Our family had a great time celebrating. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

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

Great place for Surprise 50th bday

My husband is a rollercoaster fan. So for his 50th birthday I want to surprise him with Cedar Point and Family and Friends. This place was great plenty of room for the 17 of us and close to the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Sandusky weekend

The house was great. Plenty of room for us. We loved the back patio anld especially the fact that we could walk to so many bars and restaurents!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

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

Volleyball team stay

This was the perfect spot for a group of 5 girls and their parents to stay (and we could have fit more). Only a 5 minute drive to Cedar Point and an 10 minute drive to the sports center where we attended a volleyball tournament. We were also in walking distance to the downtown restaurants and night life. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very responsive owner

The property owners are very kind and communicated throughout the booking and stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosa A.

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

Family reunion

This house was a perfect place for our family reunion. We had 15 staying there, ages from 7 to 73. The bedroom & bathroom on the first floor worked well for my brother-in-law who does not do well with stairs. Plenty of things to do in the area for all ages. Many places/things to do within walking distance of the house. I would definitely come back here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Cedar point

We went with our kids and grandkids. Had plenty of room and was a great and short drive to Cedar Point. Hosts were awesome to work with
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

A S.

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

Exceeded expectations

Wonderful house with tons of character and charm. We had plenty of room and the special touches were very much appreciated. We could safety walk to restaurants and the water. Home was clean and nicely decorated. Host communicated check in and check out. I would definitely stay here again! So many of the little things I thought I would have to make a store run for were already there allowing more time to enjoy vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene C.

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

It is bigger than you think

Alot of room for family get together. We all agreed much better than staying at hotel where we all have to go to our separate rooms. Very clean,spacious,and quiet. Located downtown and walking to the lake and the pier
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Girls’ Getaway

Beautiful vintage property with plenty of space/bedrooms for all. Was perfect for our group of longtime friends to spend time together. Easy to find. Convenient to waterfront, downtown attractions and Cedar Point. Easy to get to Marblehead and Kelly’s Island
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb O.

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

Family gathering

Property as described. Many extra touches that made our stay enjoyable. Kitchen and living areas very well situated for a large group. Neighbors friendly and nice splash pad down the road.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee D.

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

Perfect wedding weekend

This house was perfectly suited for our home base for our son’s wedding. We were just a few blocks from all the venues- rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, wedding and reception. Perfect in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

Great home for a large family reunion

We really enjoyed out week end at this very large home. There were large gathering and eating spaces, both indoor and out, to go along with the sleeping spaces for 18 people. The home is located on a quiet street just across from a park with a fountain and within blocks of the waterfront. The home was clean and well appointed, and the owners were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Cedar Point trip

It was a great space for our group of kids/parents; plenty of beds/rooms to separate adults away from kids etc. Weather wasn't great and we were busy at Cedar Point, but would have loved to enjoy the outdoor deck and walk to downtown! Maybe next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Perfect family reunion weekend

Our family loved our stay in this cute and comfortable home. Plenty of space for the 19 of us to hang out together - playing games, watching movies, cooking and eating meals - and to retreat from the large group too. We enjoyed Sandusky - walked through the Farmer's Market on Saturday morning (just steps from the front door!), and the waterfront park a few blocks away. We drove to a beach for swimming, only about 25 minutes away. We would all love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Xmas with family

We had a wonderful stay with all our families. They decorated the house for Xmas, the tree was perfect. The kids played with the connect four for hours. There was plenty of room for visiting extended family on Xmas day. We would highly recommend this house. Thank you, Steve & Mary Lenke
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Louis M.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Family get together for Thanksgiving. House was big and comfortable. Great location close to downtown. Walked to Small City Taphouse for AWESOME craft beer list (including New Holland Dragon's Milk Oatmeal Cookie and 79 more great beers!). Noble Axes (axe throwing) was more fun for the family along with all the Christmas lights lit up around the park. Had a great time and a great stay at the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Lourie P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, that needs “tweaking”

The front yard lacked weekly mowing and shrubs were overgrown. ( didn’t look like picture) House was beautifully decorated and beds were comfy. When the washer and dryer was being used, the circuit breaker popped at times. Carpets and rugs throughout the house were heavily soiled. Cleanliness could be improved. But if you’re looking for a good location? This home is within Walking distance to the pier, jet express and wonderful restaurant’s.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

Visited Sandusky with a group of families to celebrate a birthday at Cedar Point. Was very lucky to find this property available for the long holiday weekend - it was perfect! The beds and pillows are comfy (especially after a day spent walking around CP!), the dining spaces & kitchen were very accommodating, the kids loved that the rooms had their own tvs and all of us loved how spacious and charming the house was, including the back patio which offered a wonderful ambiance. The location was amazing - we walked downtown to restaurants, shops, parks, piers and playgrounds, and also found a splash pad nearby. Communication with the hosts was easy, they were very accommodating and their recommendation for a local baker was spot on! We had a lovely time and hope to make it back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Awesome house! Great Location!

I absolutely loved this house. Its an extremely old house that has been updated to accommodate a large group. So much character in this home. My entire family (10 adults & 5 kids) loved the home. We ended up having three bedrooms unused because we didn't need them (we had some people cancel on joining us). There is a bedroom on the main floor next to the dining room that went unused. There is a bedroom on the 2nd floor that you have to walk through to get to the other rooms or go downstairs and back up the stairs in the back of the house and we left that room open. That room would have been fine for kids most likely, but we didn't need it. All of the rooms have window AC units. There are 3 full bathrooms that accommodated the group. The location was absolutely perfect for walking into town. We would stay at this house again and again if we were to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jeff C.

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

July 4th 2023 - Sandusky, Ohio

The property was as listed, however there were so details that were not clear. Only 1 bathroom and 1 bedroom on ground floor. It was a double bed in a small room. Upstairs has 7 bedroom but two of them were throughways to the other end of the upstairs hall. One upstairs bathroom was the same. This is not a good floor plan upstairs and might not be code. Great location for downtown Sandusky to see and do the local events. Jeff the Owner was easy to communicate with. Lots of knick-knack decorations, but too many for little kids running around. Almost no closets. Dresser are cheap IKEA type furnishings that are falling apart. Had to repair several during my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly F.

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

Awesome stay in Sandusky

"The blue house" in Sandusky (as our grandchildren talk about it" was perfect for our family vacation. There were 19 of us all together, with children ranging from 2-14, and 10 adults and we all fit, leaving one bedroom open! The 2 dining rooms were a super feature--one for adults and one for the children. We have rented many houses for these vacations and it is truly rare to find a house with this much seating for meals. The kitchen was also probably the best equipped we have ever had--even a waffle maker, which we never had a chance to use, lots of kids dishes and silverware, and everything else you could imagine needing. The only downside of the kitchen was the small dishwasher, so with a large group we needed to run it often and finally resorted to using paper products. We all loved being a block from the water and the bike and walking path there. The park across the street is also beautiful and was a wonderful backdrop for family pictures. We also spent an hour or so one morning in the Sandusky library for a change of pace for the kids. It is a beautiful old building, and has a great children's section. The East Harbor State Park (about 8 miles away) has a beautiful beach that was not crowded and very family-friendly because of the shallow water extending way out. We loved spending time on the back patio, reading and talking with one another--so peaceful and comfortable. Jeff was immediately available for any questions. We made so many great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F., Kings Park, NY

Beautiful, Comfortable Home near Lake Erie

Upon our arrival we were immediately impressed by the size and welcoming feeling of the home. Although larger than expected, this home fit the bill for our group of six, having a bedroom with comfortable beds for each of us, with a room to spare, and the several areas to gather, either for meals at the dining table(s), a movie in the living room or drinks on the patio, so we never felt cramped. We shared the bathrooms, one of which was like a "Jack & Jill" and we had plenty of towels and hot water for showers. The kitchen was well equipped with the flatware, utensils and appliances we needed with a complimentary assortment of snacks that was a nice surprise. We especially enjoyed the blender for frozen margaritas! And the bachelor of the group even did some laundry! The home is centrally located and walking distance to the lake plus there is a Kroger's market within 2 miles and a CVS close by which made grocery shopping and getting other necessities convenient. We did not take enough advantage of the "Downtown" area, except for one night at the beginning of "Bike Week 2018", which if you're familiar, is one huge street fair and party. A few of us had been to Cedar Point with our families, so no roller coasters on this trip! We did rent a pontoon boat locally for some cruising and lunch on Lake Erie, however we mostly spent our days sightseeing. The Rock & Roll and Football Hall of Fame(s) were within driving distance and we managed to catch an Indians/Astros baseball game, we also visited the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, MI, but to be honest we mostly enjoyed our evenings "at home", with all the comforts of home. Thank you to owner, Jeff Gnidovec and family, for the use of your home and our memorable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018