Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome | Large Group Stay

This *4 bedroom, 3 bathroom apartment is part of a renovated 1900s historic duplex! Located in Iuka Ravine this duplex is a 10-minute walk to Ohio State campus and a short Uber to the Short North.
*Note: Bedroom 4, equipped with 1 full bathroom and 3 queen beds, is only open to reservations of 4 & up guests. This is one half of a duplex. The other half of the house is also available (Iuka II).
Pet dogs are allowed for a $35 fee per dog per day, max $200/month per dog. See below for details.

We are available to guests by email, phone, or text. We know our neighborhood very well (!) and care about our community- let us know when you need something or have any questions!

The duplex is located near Iuka Ravine on N. 4th St. We have lived here in the past and would again! There is a mix of musicians, professors, students, and working professionals live in the area. There are bus stops nearby and a nice park, the ravine, down the hill (about a one minute walking distance) from the house.

You will have access to your side of the duplex and the fenced backyard. The backyard and parking are shared with the other side of the duplex.

Hours of Access:
Check-in is 4 p.m.
Check-out is 10 a.m.

Upon entering this duplex, you will find the living room and the half bathroom. The smart TV, sans cable service, is set up for your personal streaming accounts. In the back of the house you will find the dining room and kitchen. The kitchen is supplied with every tool and small appliance you need to prepare a decent meal, along with some cooking staples such as olive oil, salt, and pepper. We also have a coffee machine with Folgers coffee, teas, creamer, and sugar.

The second floor of the duplex is where you will find 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom with a shower bath. Each bedroom has a queen-sized bed. The back bedroom also has an outdoor covered porch!

The third floor of the duplex is open to groups with 4 or more guests. This floor is an open room that has 3 queen beds and a newly renovated full bathroom with a walk-in shower.

The washer and dryer are in the unfinished basement of the house and can be accessed by the door between the living and dining rooms.

This duplex has a porch in the front of the house. The fenced-in backyard is shared with the other half of the duplex and has a grill for cooking out along with a fire pit.

In summary, this home allows up to 12 guests:

2nd Floor – 3 Bedrooms, 1 queen bed in each
2nd Floor – Full bathroom with shower bath
*3rd floor only open for 4+ guests*
3rd Floor – Open room with 3 queen beds
3rd Floor – Full bathroom with walk-in shower
WiFi (5GhZ)
Smart TV with streaming capabilities, no cable service
Refrigerator/freezer, blender, toaster, microwave, stove/oven, pots/pans, cooking/eating utensils, plates, etc.
Iron/ironing board, towels, washcloths, hair dryer, soap, shampoo/conditioner provided
Pack n Play, high chair available upon request – please let us know your needs prior to your stay
Laundry (washer and dryer) in unfinished basement
Fenced-in backyard with a firepit. Yard is shared with the other side of the duplex.
2 free OFF-street parking spots behind the duplex. Street parking is usually free, but read the street signs!

There is a ton to do on High Street and the up-and-coming N. 4th Street. It's super easy to get around using any GPS mapping.

Local Tip: Columbus meter maids love to give tickets- read the parking street signs in the downtown area and on neighborhood streets!

Columbus Convention Center- 2.8 mi
OSU Stadium- 1.3 mi
Downtown- all areas within 3.8 mi
Ohio Expo/ Fairground/Mapfre Stadium- 1.5 mi
Schottenstein Center- 1.9 mi
Easton Mall- 6 mi


Please read and agree to House Rules when making your reservation.

For security purposes, we require a photo along with a valid driver's license during the booking process.

We are currently not hosting local residents.

There is an additional guest fee per person/night for the 4th guest and up. The guest fee will be calculated on the quote breakdown when entering the correct guest count into the reservation or inquiry. Only registered, paying overnight guests are permitted at the residence. The guest fees allow us to offer the home at cost effective prices to small and large groups (example- a home can sleep 10+ guests, but a lower rate allows 2-4 guests to rent it as well).). Please ensure you have the correct guest count and make any changes before the start of your reservation. Refunds for additional guest fees are under the host’s discretion.

* Please note: Bedroom 4, equipped with 1 full bathroom and 3 queen beds, is only open to reservations of 4 & up guests. This is one half of a duplex. The other half of the house is also available (Iuka II).

Please notify us upon booking if you are bringing your pet pup. Pet dogs are $35 fee per dog per day, max $200/month per dog. We will adjust pet fees over 1 day after your reservation is made. Pet damages/stains are subject to additional fees for replacement, etc. For insurance purposes, please confirm your pet is not one of the following: Akita, Chow, American Staffordshire Terrier, Pitbull, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, Wolf hybrids, Presa Canarios, or any mix of these breeds/any dog with a bite history.
All pet waste must by promptly removed and disposed of by the pet owner. If feces are left behind, a $20 fee will be charged for cleanup. Thank you for helping us maintain a clean and pleasant environment for all guests!

Some sound can travel between the two sides of the duplex. We observe quiet hours from 9PM to 9AM. If there is a noise issue, please feel free to contact us and vice versa, we will contact you. If you perceive noise will be an issue, please consider renting a home that does not have another unit under the same roof.

We provide starter quantities of essentials like toilet paper, paper towels, dish pods, and laundry pods (typically 2 of each) to help you get started. We also supply shampoo, conditioner, and body wash for your convenience, along with coffee, creamer etc.

For longer stays or if you need more during your visit, we kindly ask that you pick up any additional supplies you may need. This helps us keep our rentals affordable and eco-friendly for all guests. Thank you for understanding.

There is no handicap access. There are steps to enter the front and back porches of the house and no bedrooms or bathrooms on the first floor.

Guests with allergies and related medical issues and/or sensitivities- we cannot 100% guarantee that the vacation rental is free of pet dander, cigarette smoke, air fresheners/cleaning product scents, or any other elements that may trigger a medical problem or sensitivity.

House guests have parking for the 2 spots directly behind your side of the duplex – please stay on your half of the parking lot.

$69.00 non-refundable Damage Waiver fee is REQUIRED for all reservations. Damage waiver covers up to $1,500.00 of accidental damage. Damages deemed intentional or by negligence will not be covered by the damage waiver and will be the sole responsibility of the guest. If Ozone machines are needed due to strong odors of any sort, a $500.00 fee will be incurred by the guest.

For your safety and protection of the home, there are exterior cameras located on the front and rear of the home. There are no interior cameras.