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Cheerful House on Lake Erie

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Beach
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 482.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Toledo, OH
  • Place, Huntington Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Fifth Third Field
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Maumee Bay State Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cheerful House on Lake Erie

Newly remodeled home on Lake Erie, contempory interior right on Lake Erie. Relax in comfort with this smart house that just had a complete interior make over. Walk up the steps to see beautiful Lake Erie, have a fire, relax and unwind. Enjoy the fresh air off the lake, take a walk to one of the local restaurants. Tankless water heater for hot water for all guests, heat and AC to keep you comfortable. Use Alexa to turn on and off lights, fans, TV or change the music.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Walkable Location - Direct Lake Access - Laptop-Friendly Workspace

***This is a lake house. It is beautiful being on the water, but it also brings different bugs and spiders. We do spray for them, but unfortunately life on the lake is a bit different.***

House: 900 sq ft

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed

Bedroom 2: Queen Bed

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, drip coffee maker

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, laptop-friendly workspace, electric fireplace, ceiling fans

GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels

FAQ: Quiet hours (11 PM - 7 AM), not suitable for children (small cliff, no fence), steps required, Ring security system

PARKING: Street parking (3-4 vehicles)

ATTRACTIONS: Imagination Station (5.6 miles), Toledo Museum of Art (7.2 miles), Hollywood Casino Toledo (8.8 miles), Toledo Zoo (9.3 miles), Toledo Zoo Aquarium (9.7 miles), Toledo Botanical Garden (13.7 miles)

PARKS: International Park (5.9 miles), Promenade Park (6.4 miles), Swan Creek Preserve MetroPark (12.5 miles), Wildwood Preserve MetroPark (12.8 miles), Maumee Bay State Park (13.5 miles)

HISTORICAL SITES: Fort Miamis (13.4 miles), Fort Meigs (19.5 miles), The Fallen Timbers Battlefield (20.5 miles)

DAY TRIPS: Ann Arbor (51.8 miles), Detroit (53.0 miles), Cleveland (117.2 miles), Columbus (137.5 miles)

AIRPORTS: Toledo Express Airport (24.2 miles), Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (39.1 miles)


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-- POLICIES and BASIC RULES--


-This house sleeps 4 adults. Owner must approve any additional guests and fees will apply. Undisclosed guests may result in removal from property.

- No smoking

- No pets allowed. Evidence of pets at the property will result in a $500 fine

- No events, parties or large gatherings

- Must be at least 25 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Stairs are required to enter this property and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility

- Your safety matters. There is a Ring doorbell security system

- Quiet hours are from 11:00 PM - 7:00AM

- Commonly asked questions -

Is the property located directly on the water?

Yes, the house is directly on the water, no other property separates you from Lake Erie. There is a hill that was built 30 years ago to prevent the peninsula from flooding, so you must walk up a hill located 40 foot out the back door to see the water.

Can you swim, is there a beach?

While I don't recommend swimming, you can. It is very rocky beach out back. Some people have brought kayaks to launch and have had no issues.

Is there room to park my boat? Can I fish?

You can fish out back, pick your lucky spot on the rocks and cast a line! There is room for boat parking, I will just need a heads up. The local launch is about 2 miles away, and you are split pretty even between Catawba and Detroit for fishing!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 deadlock

About the area

Toledo

Located in Toledo, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lost Peninsula Marina and Detwiler Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Toledo Zoo and Friendship Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Toledo Speedway or Raceway Park.
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Toledo, OH

What's nearby

  • Toledo Speedway - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Huntington Center - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Glass City Center - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Fifth Third Field - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Maumee Bay State Park - 26 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Toledo Station - 16 min drive
  • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Webber's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cheerful House on Lake Erie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cheerful House on Lake Erie?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cheerful House on Lake Erie?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cheerful House on Lake Erie located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Lake Erie and Carland Beach. Lost Peninsula Marina and Erie State Game Area are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, modern, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and quaint. It was absolutely what I was looking for and lived up to my hopes and then some.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Cute cabin

The house was perfect for our stay. Everything was great for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

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

Girls trip

Very nice love it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

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

Quiet relaxing getaway

We found the property very clean and comfortable. We would definitely recommend this location to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki L.

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

Lovely

Beautiful amazing property. Hosts were wonderful. Would definitely stay again when I come back into town to visit family.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is as listed and met our family's needs. It was a very clean and well stocked home. Shower is amazing! Boys enjoyed fishing out back off the rocks. Communication was excellent. One bedroom tv didnt work, but we were there to enjoy the outside, so didn't impact us. If had to nit pick, the couches, beds, and pillows aren't the most comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Lake shore house

House owner was great went out of there way to make our stay great. Will book ever time we come to town. 5star
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cody H.

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

No complaints.

We enjoyed our stay. Was easy to get in and host was easy to get in touch with. The lake is right behind the house and was completely frozen so that was cool to see and our kids liked it. If I had to complain about something I would have to nit pick and be ridiculous like the overly high chairs in another review.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Pat R.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Cottage reviews

Mostly acceptable found some dead insects in the window in winter, snow and ice in the instructrd entry way and when paying for a rental i hab never been asked to a strip beds and load the washing machine.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora S.

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

Beautiful sunrise

Warm and very welcoming. Justin was a great host. We enjoyed our stay at his house. What we loved the most is the view from the living room - great way to wake up and see the beautiful sunrise. Very quiet neighborhood and nice place to retreat after a long day. The place is clean and stocked with all things necessary. Will stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

Wonderful

Nice clean quiet place to unwind or use as a place to explore the lake and Toledo. Kitchen was great for preparing breakfasts. Although the host did not plan this, we enjoyed watching the rabbits enjoy themselves in the yard. Thank you for your hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sierra C.

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

Great Stay

Very easy check in process and the owner was very quick when I had questions. The only thing I will note is that the bed made noises at any little movement, and it kept waking me up. Also, the back deck really needs to be redone. Overall I was very happy with my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawson G.

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

Quiet Getaway

We wanted a place to just relax and recharge and this was just that place. Very quiet neighborhood and the house was immaculate and beautiful. We even survived the tornado and golf ball size hail the last night there! Justin was a perfect host and even checked on us after the storm! Thanks Justin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K., Marion, Iowa

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

Quiet and scenic

Take your lawn chairs to the top of the backyard stairs and enjoy a wonderful, private view of Lake Erie. The house is on the northeast point of Toledo, and it’s an easy 20-30 minute drive to most all the attractions and points of of interest. Quiet neighborhood and house is just as described.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe n.

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

Who's Your Decorator?

The interior was beautiful. I would have bet I was the first to rent since remodeling until I saw the note from the cleaner after the previous rental. Everything looked and worked like brand-new. Truly excellent space.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Robert A.

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

review

Great place to stay , there was no beach or fire pit but that is ok the only real problem was with the WIFI . it was a very very week signal , there are tv's in every room but we could hardly watch the one in the living room. ( TV is on streaming service )
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christina M D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was nice and newly refinished. The only thing was the water was hard to get to from the yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

BILLIE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was updated, plenty of extras and was very clean. The description was misleading. I was thinking it was a short walk to the beach. You had to climb a long set of steps. Then a hill and down a bank. To get a good view of the lake you had to go into the neighbors yard. She has dogs so we ended up stepping in their waste. We wasn't told that even though we were charged 80 for room cleaning. We still needed to wash our own towels and sheets before we left. The owner did communicate well with us throughout our visit. It had easy parking and was in a very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julie R K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recently updated, clean, equipped with the essentials, full kitchen, new appliances, air conditioning, fireplace, tvs in every room (but master bedroom tv didn’t turn on). Mostly I wanted to be on the water & the lake was right out the back door. You can’t see the lake from indoors which is really the only disappointment. Climb up 14 steps (cautiously) & you are lakeside. There is a place to make a fire on the hill or on a little peninsula with a shelter (‘cabana,) on it below that appears sometimes might be a boat launch, but it’s overgrown. Quiet. Only saw a couple neighbor kids. Did see a pair of eagles that live nearby someplace! Don’t forget to see the sunset at Webbers restaurant, a family tradition!! Bring bug spray or nets because lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and well stocked with utensils, coffee, etc. We walked through the neighborhood admiring everyones beautiful flowers and along the lake. Check in was easy. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and much much better then staying in a hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

baldwinandrea22

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little lake house perfect for a quick getaway with great scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy F.

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

Holy Toledo, Batman

The inside was nice. The outside needs more work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jessie s.

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

Quiet, Nice, and Functional

Everything was nice and the area was quiet. This was very close to family we were visiting so great location for us. Only complaint we have is the couch was falling apart. Areas you would fall in and be sitting on a bar and others the sectional peices were coming apart.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Justin Balduf

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A local, mechanical engineer by trade. Boater, motorsports enthusiast who enjoys the water and lake living. I visit the downtown and restaurants frequently in the area so ask if you have questions about where to go!

Why they chose this property

I have had this property on other sites and the reviews were great, come see for yourself. Completely remodeled home, with space to move and a lake front view!

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