University District stay.Your stay at this University District vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Ohio State University and Greater Columbus Convention Center. Also, Ohio State Fairgrounds is within half a mile (1 km) and Newport Music Hall is within 2 miles (3 km).
Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Newport Music Hall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Ohio State University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Ohio Stadium - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
Getting around
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
4th Street Bar & Grill - 10 min walk
Oldfield's North Fourth Tavern - 2 min walk
Boom Boom Tacos Tequilia & Mezcal - 5 min walk
Rooks Tavern - 5 min walk
Buckeye Pizza - 5 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard
Summary:
This Spacious Oasis is a perfect house for your group to stay on your next trip to Columbus! This large house is just steps from The Ohio State University campus and is well equipped for a large group to stay together, tag your furry friends along!
This 5 bedrooms!!!, 2 bathroom house has 9 beds, and a large dinning room, living room and kitchen. Enjoy a large back deck and yard as well, Fire pit while jamming outside!
This location is hard to beat, just about a 10 minute walk to OSU campus, and a 10 minute drive to downtown Columbus. Close to so many great spots for entertainment!
The Space:
This is a HUGE three-story home. We have 9 true beds within the 5 bedrooms.
The first floor has a kitchen with all new appliances! Large living room and dining room. The living room has couches and chairs. Plenty of seating for large groups! The dining room table is very large - 6 chairs w/ additional chairs provided.
The second floor has 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.
The third floor has 2 bedrooms and another full bathroom.
All bedrooms have brand new memory foam mattresses!
There is off-street parking for 3 cars and free street parking in front of the house.
There is a front patio, back patio, and large back yard. There is a washer and dryer for your convenience.
Guest Access:
Entire home
The Neighborhood:
The home is located in Weinland Park off of N. 4th St. There is a mix of musicians, professors, students, and working professionals who live in the area. The house is centrally located to all Columbus has to offer. The house is within walking distance (15 mins or so) to Ohio State University. We are just around the corner from the Ohio Expo Center and Mapfre Stadium. We are 5-10 minutes from all of the action in the Short North, Convention Center, Nationwide Arena, and Downtown. We are located close to all major highways and 10 minutes from the airport.
Getting Around:
We have off-street parking for 3 cars. We also have free street parking just outside the home. There are bus stops on 4th St. and it is a very cheap Uber to all of the best Columbus has to offer.
Other Things to Note:
Guests must provide a valid driver’s license or ID and sign our Rental Agreement after booking to receive arrival instructions. Parties & unauthorized gatherings are strictly prohibited, and hosts reserve the right to withhold arrival instructions of confirmed reservations from guests with negative or low reviews, are under 25 years old and/or live closer than 100 miles from the home at the host's discretion in an effort to ensure the safety and security of our community, (impacted guests will be notified shortly after booking, and a full refund will be provided if the guest cancels the reservation in a timely manner).
PET FEES: Guests are required to disclose how many pets will enter the home. A one-time fee will be required based on the length of stay for the following amounts:
$35 (Less than 5 nights)
$50 (5 - 30 nights)
$100 (30+ nights prorated daily, or $75 for each additional full month booked)
Interaction with Guests:
The Housepitality hosting team is a full time crew of professionals that work together to provide an excellent experience for our guests. We are out and about all the time helping guests, and we are thrilled when we get a chance to help make someone's trip special. Just reach out at anytime!
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
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,724 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
HOUSE RULES
(Thank you for helping us maintain the safest homes possible!)
QUIET HOURS: SUN-THURS 9pm-8am, and FRI-SAT 10pm-8am, guests are req...
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply
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
This property accepts cash
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts cash. 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.
Property Registration Number 2023-5177
Property is also known as
612cf271805894002e6fd746
Housepitality The Gathering Spot Osu sleeps 16
Housepitality~ The Gathering Spot - OSU, Sleeps 16 Columbus
Frequently asked questions
How close is Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard to the airport?
This vacation home is 7.9 mi (11-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 Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard?
As of Feb 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard on Feb 26, 2026 start from 157.0, 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 Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Hollywood Casino (14-min drive) and Scioto Downs (18-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard to downtown Columbus?
This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Columbus.
Spacious Oasis + Pets Welcome | Big Backyard Reviews
Reviews
6.6
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 10 reviews
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6.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Tina H.
Dec 7, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Frat house
This place looked nice in the pictures. We got there is was clearly a frat house for college kids! Not at all what we thought based on the pictures!! The house had been used and abused.
Tina H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jerry J.
Aug 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
House was great like the older style host is amazing
Jerry J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
2/10 Terrible
Jeannette V.
Aug 14, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
REMOVE THIS PROPERTY FROM LISTING
This was the WORST home ever. After arriving to an unlocked front door, the smell was a blend of dead animal, mold, musty, just plain dirty. The walls were dirty, holes in the floor, spilled soda on the walls heading to the 2nd floor. The living room did not look anything like the picture presented in the advertisement, as there was missing furniture, and the furniture that was there was dirty and smelly. The kitchen had a damaged refrigerator, and damage stove top. The oven was nasty and dirty. If you move to the hallway closet, the shelf was full of rat feces. The bathrooms were nasty with dirty towels hanging from the door. The bedroom had a broken leg on the bed, and part of the ceiling was peeling off. The blinds on the windows were broken, missing chairs from the dining room table, and a nasty dirty mop in the dining room. The neighborhood looked like a gang fight would be breaking out any minute, and the fire pit pictured in the backyard could not be seen from the overgrown forest. We were charged $60 for extra cleaners so we could check in at 2:00pm instead of 5:00pm, and it honestly looks like they just pocketed the money because that house looked like no one has been there for years. I had kids with me, so that was not going to be a safe place to be. The side door looked like someone had tried kicking it in as well. I immediately reached out to the host who was not helpful, but VRBO returned my funds. Still waiting for the $60 refund. PLEASE BEWARE!!!!!
Jeannette V.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fred W.
May 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Older but Clean
Its an older style house, but was very clean, and enjoyable. First night we noticed a lot of partying across the street, but realized the university just graduated a bunch of students, so didn't mind that.
Fred W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard L.
Nov 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ohio state game
Great place for large group, basic accommodations. Problem with parking, neighbors kept parking in front of driveway, blocking our exit. Could have extra parking in back in alley, however it is a dump back there. The management group is too worried about having a party there, became annoying having to agree several times to be under video surveillance outside including 2 hours before arrival. Were they ready to cancel me at the last minute? Would I rent again? Probably, it is a great place for a guys game weekend, probably not for the family.
Richard L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
2/10 Terrible
LISA R.
Jul 11, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
DO NOT STAY HERE!
Renter beware! We had to vacate this property within an hour due to the strong presence of mold. Our party began to have headaches and became nauseous. The home was 85 degrees at check in so we turned on the AC which pulled air from the very dirty basement through a large open vent in the floor of the first floor. The pictures shown of the home are not accurate. The second and third floors were extremely HOT with only a box fan in a window which did nothing to cool the home. At check in were were given an address three houses away from the property. We tried to communicate via phone with the host but they would only send texts. When we could not get the host on the phone we called VRBO for help. We sent them pictures of the damage which included pic of the mold, damaged floors, a bathroom door that wouldn't shut and didn't even have a doorknob and the temperature in the home from the thermostat. We let the host know of the problem and we needed to cancel due to the health concerns. They immediately shut down commications via text and only sent messages through the portal with canned responses. They continued to try to get us to respond with "I agree" to the terms they were offering which were not acceptable. VRBO help told us they would help handle the situation to get our money back. The host continued to send us messages as if we were still staying at the house after telling them several times we wanted to cancel the reservation and we had to leave due to the health concern
LISA R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Susan M., Austin, Texas
Jul 23, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beware
Home was a mess, from head to toe. Stairs that weren’t even connected to the patio deck, wood fence falling a part, weed buds and ashes on the floor and window sills, trash left in the basement, nasty washing machine and old carpet. Beds were nice and comfortable and host was responsive. Area was a little questionable as well.
Susan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
Mandy B.
Jun 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for large group close to our event
We came in for the high school track meet with extended family and were all able to stay together at this house. It has been updated inside, but still holds the charm and quirks of a house built in its' time and was very conveniently located to the track
Mandy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Matthew J., Ventura, CA
May 15, 2022
Good young adult group housing option
The home had the ideal number of beds to accommodate our team. The home needs some TLC and shows it’s character being built in the early 1900’s. Kitchen utensils and supplies could use some attention by restocking.
Matthew J.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Holley K.
May 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you!
Would recommend this place! The service was very nice!