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Convenient to Everywhere! Train-Themed Bnb by active Railroad -- Cincinnati Area

Holiday home in Cincinnati with water park and free breakfast

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6115.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cincinnati, OH
  • Place, Xavier University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Sharonville Convention Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

First floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor Front Room

1 Double Futon

Upstairs Suite (Library)

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Suite (Master)

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Convenient to Everywhere! Train-Themed Bnb by active Railroad -- Cincinnati Area

First floor of house includes porch, one bedroom with a double bed, living room with ROKU tv, Dining Area, Kitchen, Bathroom and a small deck. Second floor of house includes four bedrooms with one (double) sofa bed, one queen bed and one Futon best for two children. Our Bnb is conveniently located near I-75 and the Ronald Reagan Highway, 10 miles north of downtown attractions, Over the Rhine and the Great American Ballpark. The awesome Entertrainment Junction train display is a fifteen minute drive north and the King's Island Amusement Park is about twenty minutes drive to the Northeast. We feature off street parking with nearby restaurants and stores in the neighboring towns of Reading, Wyoming and the City of Cincinnati. Please note that we are adjacent to a very active railroad that can be noisy at times. Please respect the Norfolk Southern right of way and stay clear of the tracks. Thank-you!

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Child gate at top of stairs.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$25 per pet, must be crated if unattended.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No local bookings will be accepted and guests should have a minimum of three star VRBO reviews.
No parties or events (Birthdays, Anniversaries, Weddings, etc). Please notify hosts if you expect visitors during your stay.
No access to Garage and Emergency Access to Basement only in Emergency (Tornado Warning). Please inform host of any damages to the premises.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cincinnati

Located in Cincinnati, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. Newport on the Levee and EastGate Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden and Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Great American Ball Park or Heritage Bank Center. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Cincinnati, OH

What's nearby

  • Xavier University - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Sharonville Convention Center - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Kenwood Towne Centre - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
  • University of Cincinnati - 12 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 14 min drive
  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skyline Chili - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Strongs Brick Oven Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Shack By The Tracks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chasing Cali - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Convenient to Everywhere! Train-Themed Bnb by active Railroad -- Cincinnati Area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Convenient to Everywhere! Train-Themed Bnb by active Railroad -- Cincinnati Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Convenient to Everywhere! Train-Themed Bnb by active Railroad -- Cincinnati Area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Convenient to Everywhere! Train-Themed Bnb by active Railroad -- Cincinnati Area located?

Located in the heart of Cincinnati, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Cincinnati Railway Company Dinner Train, Blue Ash Shopping Center and Blue Ash Commons Shopping Center. Winton Woods Park and Summit Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philippa D.

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

Quaint and Quirky - Must Love Trains

Dean and Joyce have spared nothing providing a great themed home with every comfort provided. Built circa 1889, and lovingly restored, this is a step back in time to when phones were something hung on a wall, and a chat meant sitting on the porch actually conversing. ... you can do that here! Be aware the house is on the rail line but you honestly get used to them and we barely noticed... they added to the charm.Awesome hosts, fabtastic property.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome unique place. A great find in my time of need.Loved everthing about it even the choo- choo's. Hosts are awsome!! Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adam M.

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

Incredibly inexpensive VRBO option

We had a great stay. The location/neighborhood seemed a little “suspect” but it was actually just fine.While out throwing bags one of the neighbors struck up a pleasant conversation with my son and the dog next door never made a noise.It’s definitely a 19th Century home and doesn’t offer the same modern amenities as a new location will but the price aptly reflects that.If I had one concern or ask it would be to somehow mount the shower head in the upstairs bathroom.Great location and great hosts! Thanks Deano
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Cute house next to active railroad

This house has a lot to like. It is older but well maintained. House is cute. Check in and check out were very easy. It is in a good location, which is drivable to many places. Communication with the hosts went very well.I left five stars because the house was great and they can’t control the train across the street. They are honest about it being an active railroad. I looked at the reviews and most didn’t even mention the trains. The ones that did said that after a while, they didn’t even notice them. The trains aren’t very loud, but their whistles are, especially at 2:50 in the morning. Some nights there wasn’t much train traffic, but on others it was pretty consistent. The whistles are loud because the house is 196 feet away from a railroad crossing and the trains have to blow their whistles for the crossing. Each night we were there there was at least one train at 1 AM and another train at 5 a.m., sometimes more butnever less. Obviously the host can’t control that and they did say it was an active railroad so I’m not holding that against them, but folks should know that for when they book this property. If you are a heavy sleeper, that is used to lots of noise it may not bother you, but if you are expecting relative quiet or are a light sleeper, this may give you problems. Again, no complaints about the house, it’s distance to attractions, or the hosts. They were all great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Mother's Day weekend getaway

This house was very accommodating for my family and so wonderfully pieced together! The house was absolutely comfortable and we felt right at home. Thank you so much for letting us stay at your house!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Charming old house with train theme

Everything was super smooth and easy from check in to check out. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes, pots, pans, coffee, and assorted snacks. We enjoyed our stay very much. It is in a very convenient location to everywhere we wanted to go. One drawback to an old house, though, is that the A/C was super cool downstairs while the upstairs remained a bit too warm on a couple of the warmest days. Most of the time, though, it was my a tolerable temperature. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

David P.

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

Train themed house next to the train

The historical house is train themed, has a bedroom full of train pictures and models, and another room with old train magazines. If you have young boys or are a train enthusiast, this is the house for you. It right across the street from active train tracks, and there are multiple trains per night, which can make it hard to sleep. The bathrooms are smaller, as expected for a house of that era. The kitchen was stocked with milk, cereal, and other breakfast foods, which was appreciated. The owner was friendly and available if we needed anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

samantha T.

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

Fun and charming

We enjoyed this location. The host was great and the house was so well organized. They even put labels on the cupboards so you didn’t have to randomly open to find items. The trains were a bit loud for some of the family but I didn’t mind. The charm of the place made up for the trains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaina B.

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

Well appointed

Nicely appointed and convenient to Cincinnati.

About the host

Hosted by Dean and Joyce Carroll

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I am Deano Carroll and originally from New Jersey, moving to Cincinnati in 1999 for marriage to Joyce who grew up in Arlington Heights Village. I have been interested in trains and railroads since about age 8 or 9 when my father let me run around the busy Central Railroad of New Jersey terminal next to New York Harbor many years ago! (Imagine a parent allowing that today!)

Why they chose this property

Arlington Station Bnb is the Menuez/Smith House built in by Mr. Menuez, a Singer sewing machine salesman in 1889 in the new "Suburb" of Arlington. His daughter Bessie Menuez Smith and her children lived in the house until the 1970s. Bessie made the little "Oriental lady" engraving found in our display case as a child in 1905 and her daughter, also named Bessie, is remembered in the photo on the living room wall. Bessie and her husband lived in the house until their deaths in the 1970's. The Menuez family is buried in Cincinnati's Spring Grove Cemetery which itself is worth a visit (Bicycling allowed)!

What makes this property unique

My wife and I sold most of our rental properties last year but decided to retain the house on Glen Rose avenue though it has been the most expensive property to restore and maintain. The railroad, though busy and noisy, is a great view from the front porch or from the "20th. Century" room upstairs at the front of the house. Local railfans are often to be found snapping away on the "green" across the street and by the tracks!
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