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LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio

Lorain vacation home with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

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Lorain, OH
  • Place, Spitzer Lakeside Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeview Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lorain Port Authority
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cleveland, OH (CLE-Hopkins Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lorain

On lake.Your stay at this Lorain vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake Erie and Riverside Park. Also, Spitzer Lakeside Marina is within half a mile (1 km) and Lorain City Hall is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Spitzer Lakeside Marina - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lakeview Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Lorain Port Authority - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Crocker Park - 21 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Oberlin College - 27 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

  • Elyria Station - 17 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Trent’s Joint - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gyros & More - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Magdalen’s Gallery + Espresso - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Lorenzo’s - ‬3 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.

LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio

This Lakeside Retreat sleeps 4 comfortably and has been completely renovated with all the amenities to have a comfortable getaway along the shores of Lake Erie.
By going down the stone stairway, you have access to the lake itself , actual water level. Although swimming is discouraged , you might want to “cast a line “. Please no rock climbing!
You can enjoy watching fun lake activities from any of the three lake bank levels. The retreat’s lakeside bedroom opens onto the covered balcony above the covered patio. The Lorain Lighthouse is within sight, along with majestic sunsets, intriguing lake wildlife, and other marvels of Mother Nature. The Retreat’s large windows allow viewing from inside, as well. There is a gas fueled fire pit for your evening gathering as you wind down your day. Boat charters, jet skis, and kayak rentals are nearby. Summer concerts at Black River Landing just .6 mile away. Cedar Point and downtown Cleveland are only a 45 minute drive.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Jet skiing 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio to the airport?

This vacation home is 26.1 mi (42-min drive) away from the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio to the beach?

This vacation home is 11.4 mi (18-min drive) from Main Street Beach and 13.4 mi (27-min drive) from Huntington Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio to downtown Lorain?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Lorain.

Reviews

LAKESIDE RETREAT-Overlooking the scenic beauty of Lake Erie, Lorain,Ohio Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette W., Republic, Oh

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay! We will definitely be back! The view is magical!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
My sister and I take one or two trips a year together. We have been doing this for 30 years. This was absolutely the best place we have EVER stayed!! The hosts were amazing and attentive. The location was beautiful. The house was unbelievably wonderful with absolutely everything you could ever need. We will definitely be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and we loved the views of the lake! Great check-in process as well. All was very simple and smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our experience was xcellent--the pics are exactly how it looks--it was very clean, super cozy and very well stocked in the kitche and bathrooms. The view was absolutely beautiful --we would love to come back--it was a 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful lakeside property. Very clean and well maintained on a quiet street. We enjoyed the outside seating areas overlooking the lake. The house was well stocked with supplies and had all the amenities we needed. Would definitely stay here if we are in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
My sisters and I had a wonderful stay at the lakeside retreat house. This was our second stay and everything was very clean and the house had everything we needed. We are so pleased, our host he was a phone call away if we needed anything which is very comforting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home is beautiful and tastefully decorated. The Victorola and the selection of music was an added bonus. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the upper patio while watching the Neighbourhood eagle and various other sea birds. We even had a surprise visitor, the local groundhog. Everything we could possibly want to make our stay enjoyable with furnished. We loved our stay at the Lakeview retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is the perfect place for rest and relaxation. This was our third stay and we enjoy it more every time. The house is new and clean and has every amenity imaginable. The neighborhood is very quiet, the view of the lake is ideal, and there are several different comfortable places to sit outside. This is my wife's and my favorite VRBO. We plan to continue going back. I can't recommend it more highly for couples wanting to get away from it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

STACIA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
I’d stay here again in a heartbeat. The property is gorgeous. Upon arrival it was absolutely spotless. Great care is taken to provide all the little things you might need and forget. High quality furnishings and beautiful upgrades. Can’t say enough great things
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This vacation rental is a true gem that I would give 10 stars if I could. We have stayed at a lot of vacation rentals and this one ranks among the top. To start, the location is beautiful. It was so tranquil sitting on the water and we didn't experience any noisy neighbors. The house was immaculate and they thought of everything you might need, from a well stocked kitchen to the little amenities like cords in the bedrooms and living room to plug in your devices. The air conditioning was fantastic and the beds were really comfortable, which is a make it or break it for me. Also, both bathrooms upstairs had big walk-in showers, which we appreciated. The location was great, only a few blocks from main street and a half mile to the wonderful public beach. We came to celebrate our 25th anniversary and it was perfect! We can't wait to go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toyan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our third year at this property. We will be coming back again next year! The property is always clean and beautiful. They treat us very, very well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway on the Erie Shore

Cleanliness impeccable.Very well equipped. Great setting directly on Lake Erie Shore.Enjoyed the great views of the Lake from the sun & dining rooms and from the outdoor patio and the back bedroom and adjoining upper deck. We especially enjoyed the sunsets from the small back yard patio overlooking the lake.
Lake Erie Sunset from backyard patio
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lakefront Paradise

This Lakefront house is even better than the pictures. It is the best rental we have ever stayed at. Whoever cleans the house does an awesome job. Both the upstairs and downstairs rooms are superb, beds are comfortable, ceiling fans in each bedroom along with ceiling fans in every room downstairs except the kitchen also.All bathrooms have been remodeled along with the entire house inside and outside. The 2 main bathrooms upstairs are awesome. Large old fashioned soaking bathtub and walk-in shower in 1 bedroom and large walk-in shower in the other bathroom. Appliances are up to date and comfortable couch and chair in front room that looks out over Lake Erie. Outside the back is table and chairs to overlook the Lake and at edge of back room is a gas firepit with chairs and 2 small tables. You can then walk down concrete steps to a upper concrete pad with old large concrete benches and then walk down to a lower level that is also concrete that extends to the large rocks that protect the property. Also outside is a bbq grill that is hooked up thru a natural gas line, no need to worry about running out like small propane bottles. The grill was scrubbed and clean and was not dirty or filthy. Oh also, outside the upper bedroom facing the lake is a walk out to a large balcony with chairs and table with awesome views. Quite neighborhood and close restaurants and downtown and Lakefront park with beach.Easy to communicate with owner if needed. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is AMAZING! The view is STUNNING! The fire pit was FABULOUS! The house is absolutely gorgeous with high end decor all around and fully stocked with EVERYTHING you could possibly imagine. The thoughtfulness that George and Ron put into making this stay perfect is evident and there is not enough room to list them all (Bag of ice, mints, movies, games, music, toiletries, first aid supplies, even ketchup and mustard :)) You name it and it is probably there somewhere. I highly recommend this house for your next stay. It was perfection.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean R., Wiscsonsin Dells, WI 53965

Liked: Cleanliness

Breath taking

We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

We will be back!

Beautiful property inside and out, amazing decor, spectacular lake views , everything you would ever need provided, excellent communication with property manager , we will be back to enjoy again!
Sunrise from the house
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, comfortable, clean, well appointed, right on the lake

We stayed here over th long graduation weekend at Oberlin. Wish we had found it earlier in her 5 years. Oberlin is a straight shot down from the lake, 13 miles, an easy & relaxing 25 min The title gives our summary of the property. We particularly enjoyed the many herons and occasional osprey cruising by the water's edge up high. Lovely sunsets too! Attentive, helpful, unobtrusive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lula C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

My stay at the Lakeside Retreat residence was for my 13 year Anniversary. We enjoyed the quietness and the view. My host was a blessing because he let me come early and that really helped us with traffic. So thanks again! Very nice place I would definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic property

We’ve stayed in rentals in San Diego, SC, NC, KY, FL, AZ & more. I’ve learned to pack all sorts of ‘just in case’ items, and in this trip, I needed NONE of them. Plenty of towels, tissues, seasonings, trash bags, extra blankets, games, outdoor chairs and cushions, local information, sewing kits, and even ear plugs. This was the first rental I didn’t feel the need to clean surfaces prior to using them. Perfect stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We stayed at George’s home while visiting our daughter at Oberlin College. The home was perfect for our stay. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bre B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay!

This property was amazing! It had everything we needed and was so clean! The whole house is cute and comfortable. George is so kind and accommodating. We absolutely loved the lake views. You can’t beat them! We especially loved the views from the upstairs deck. There is a great pier walk and nature trail around the pond within walking distance. We looked for birds each morning. Would highly reccomend this location to all! We hope to be back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice D.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was everything and more

I live in the area so it was like a hidden jem for me. It had all amenities you need and ones you didn't think of. The scenery and nature was BEAUTIFUL. This was my first time renting a house and i think i will never go back to hotels again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Retreat

We stayed for two nights on a recent visit to Cleveland. The house was fantastic, clean and comfortable. It was cold outside but the wonderful view of the lake was what we needed to rest. We plan to be back! Thank you George!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay!

We travel frequently and have stayed in a number of vacation rentals. Lakeside Retreat is by far the best home we have ever stayed in. The owners gave thought of everything. From the wide array of comp toiletries that would cover nearly anything you may have forgotten, to the charging cords; and fully stocked kitchen with standard condiments, water and anything you might need to make a delicious meal. The place was beyond clean and super cozy and comfortable. The view, even in the dead of winter, was gorgeous. I almost want to keep this place a secret, it’s that good! A hidden gem in the heart of Lorain. I cannot wait to come back in the summertime and really enjoy the outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Valentines Getaway with a Chance of Snow

The stay was absolutely wonderful! I booked this place for my partner and I semi-last minute for a Valentine’s Day weekend getaway. We are both lovers of waterfronts, so this place was perfect (and reasonably priced). The check in process was very easy and the property has numerous amenities from bubble bath to coffee mate in the fridge. The property is renovated, well kept, and as advertised. The views of the waterfront are not exaggerated, and one can really walk down to the lakeside with ease. This place was beautiful during the winter amid the backdrop of a frozen lake. During our stay, we unfortunately had unexpected snow and the roads got dangerous. George, the host, was very kind to let us extend the trip by one day and was in contact throughout the whole process. We appreciate his understanding on that matter. Overall, this was a 10/10 trip and we hope to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025