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Historic, creative, close to downtown!

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Living room. Reading material, wifi, Roku, and a comfy blue velvet seating.
Diffused capiz light on a dimmer switch. The mantle and tile are nicely intact!
We have a catalogue of onsite books and a list of books that can be requested.
Living area
Hallway to the kitchen. We just added an antique sliding door to the bathroom!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Columbus, OH
  • Place, Livingston Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Nationwide Children's Hospital
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Schiller Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic, creative, close to downtown!

Historic, creative, close to downtown! Set aside day-to-day distractions to focus on writing or to simply relax. Grab a book from the library to read on a blue velvet sofa or in the backyard with the birds under the maple and walnut trees.

The kitchen has a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator. and the pantry is stocked with dishes, pots, and pans, and a range of utensils for cooking or baking. There are two coffee makers: a single cup Keurig and OXO for larger pots.

There are several local coffee shops nearby if you prefer an active environment. But when you're ready to lay out materials on an inspiring desk, we have two! One is walnut with lyres carved into the base and a surface inlaid with sheet music. The other is Victorian walnut with a solid pull-out surface and many drawers and compartments. In the drawers, you'll find paper and pens. Each bedroom has a desk and a view of a red brick church through the pine branches. There are several lighting options, outlets for your laptop, and free wifi.

No parties. Please do not disturb the tenants next door. They have a gentle, friendly older dog who does not bark but may pop out in the yard with her owner.

The TV in the living room that has streaming apps. The house has a security system and we live about a mile away should you need anything.


Independent Bookstores:
Two Dollar Radio Headquarters (1 mile west)
Book Loft, German Village - 32 rooms of books, each with its own soundtrack (1.8 miles west)
Gramercy Books, Bexley (2.8 miles east)
Prologue Bookshop
Phoenix
Karen Wickcliff
Hoffman Books

Other Nearby Attractions:
Franklin Park Conservatory
Columbus Main Library and Topiary Garden
Scioto Park
Southern Orchards Restaurants
German Village Restaurants and Shopping
Olde Towne East Trolley Market
Downtown Restaurants and Shopping
Short North Restaurants and Shopping

Come on out and enjoy your creative time!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No parties. Be respectful. Writers use this space. It means a lot to the community.
Please respect the books and put things back where you found them.
Run the dishwasher. Used towels go in the tub. Don't worry about making the beds. Check the front door after locking to make sure it latched. Thx.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 20241190

About the area

Columbus

Located in South Side, a neighbourhood in Columbus, this holiday home is near a water park. COSI and Southern Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Schwartz Castle and Lincoln Theatre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Nationwide Arena or Historic Crew Stadium. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Columbus, OH

What's nearby

  • Livingston Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nationwide Children's Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Schiller Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Schwartz Castle - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Franklin Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Donatos Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Toolbox Saloon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Two Dollar Radio Headquarters - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Plank's Cafe & Pizzeria - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪B&K Smoke House - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic, creative, close to downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic, creative, close to downtown!?

As of 14 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic, creative, close to downtown! on 16 March 2026 start from NZ$191, including 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.

How much is parking at Historic, creative, close to downtown!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic, creative, close to downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic, creative, close to downtown!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic, creative, close to downtown! located?

Located in South Side, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Nationwide Children's Hospital and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Greater Columbus Convention Center. Schiller Park and Franklin Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Host was very understanding and considerate when we had to unfortunately cut our trip short and leave the day we checked in due to family emergency
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is great and we loved all the books!! Kitchen is adequate but wish there was better seating. The beds were a little uncomfortable. However the host was super responsive and friendly. Overall we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lavanya V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Place was really charming with an old world vibe. Everything was very clean and neat, no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, cozy place, we absolutely loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Candi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautifully decorated and comfortable book oasis. We can tell the backyard is probably beautiful in the summertime, with tall privacy fencing on both sides (nice with neighboring homes so close).Our legs/knees were not fans of the steep stairs with bathroom downstairs and bedrooms upstairs, but that’s an age/body thing and it was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

L B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a very responsive host. We were impressed with the owner's collection of books and decor. The beds were extremely comfortable, and the location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so nice, accommodating, and communicative! The location was very close to the concert we attended. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really near historical house! Very clean, quiet and nice to stay in! I definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house. Very clean. Bed was comfortable and there was black out curtains in the rooms which was greatly appreciated. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was convenient and a great location. Host was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and theme. Affordable. Short drive to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina C.

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

Would stay again!

My friend and I had a lovely stay in this house! Clean and beautiful, great location, and excellent communication with the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Atmosphere, calm, quiet, relaxing, boks and art everywhere. Every amenity l houkd want from coffee to snacks to kitchen gear. Great wifi, lighting, bath facilities excellent. Location near so many Columbus favorites. Easy access from main routes. Front steps and interior stairs need work. HVAC very efficient. Nice appliances, beds comfortable, living room very accommodating. Nice combination weekend getaway and multiple business meetings.
Hangover Easy close by
easton Hilton function
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay great communication..very quiet area everthings works well ! I would go back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Host was very quick to reply to messages. Check in was very easy. We had everything we needed. Beds were cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

A quiet getaway

We enjoyed our time here! The property is very well maintained and the owner was always quick to communicate with us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brittany G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great host who was very responsive and accommodating when we were arriving a little earlier than expected. Home was great for our stay with so many old books to look at! Only thing that was not good was the neighborhood was rather noisy at night with people yelling in the streets and some louder than normal city traffic noise. House and host were amazing though!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED this house. Communication was great and he was flexible with me. We love German Village so this was perfect. The neighbors were a little loud, but definitely no one's fault, and would definitely not prevent us from staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ours was a four-day weekend at Constantine's Vrbo - a wonderfully cozy place. Books and fun art galore; who wouldn't love the 88 keys above the fireplace? We ate out most of our stay, but the two meals we opted in, the kitchen wanted for nothing, in our opinion. On-street parking was simple. Easily navigable to Short North, museums, botanical gardens.We will be return customers.
Love the fun decor!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared L.

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

Nice stay

Definitely a nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Quiet neighborhood. Close to downtown. Parking available right in front of rental. Owner responds in timely manner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Very nice and cozy

Very nice place to stay. Clean and loved the decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

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

Concert trip

House was as described, perfect for a girls concert weekend. Communication with the owner was very easy & she replied quickly, even before I booked when I had questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Comfortable, clean and cozy!

Neighborhood was quiet, bed was so comfortable and decor was so very charming, we had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee F.

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

Great stay in Columbus

Stayed here for a weekend and it was lovely. Place was cute and clean and met all of our needs. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Constantine Hondroulis

Host profile image
My wife and I are artists with day jobs. We play music, create videos, and are very into history, rehabbing houses, and literature.

Why they chose this property

My wife wanted a space to write without projects, chores, or dogs staring at her. Or family members popping in and out. She found creative writing spaces hard to find and had no desire to go to a teeny cabin in the woods, pointing out that that is the premise of many horror stories. All she wanted was a quiet space with a great desk and preferably reference material to minimize internet time. So we created that space with great desks, comfy furniture, and a constant creative vibe. There is wifi but also plenty of reference books. There are even antique collections she used for accurately describing the environment in one of her stories.

We had a lot of fun putting the retreat together while asking what would make a sacred writing space in an ideal scenario. Then we tested it. We had a couple of authors stay to check it out and give us feedback. Neither wanted to leave!

We wash the sheets and towels on a long cycle, vacuum and steam clean the common areas, and run a UV clear over upholstery and anything handled like doorknobs and light switches.

No parties. This place is not for that. And please respect the neighbors!

What makes this property unique

Books, writing desks, comfy and pleasing environment, historic charm. Close proximity to downtown, German Village, Bexley, Olde Towne East, Franklin Park, and the Short North.

Independent Bookstores:
Two Dollar Radio Headquarters (1 mile west)
Book Loft, German Village - 32 rooms of books, each with its own soundtrack (1.8 miles west)
Gramercy Books, Bexley (2.8 miles east)
Prologue Bookshop
Phoenix
Karen Wickcliff
Hoffman Books

Other Attractions:
Franklin Park Conservatory
Columbus Main Library and Topiary Garden
Scioto Park
Southern Orchards Restaurants
German Village Restaurants and Shopping
Olde Towne East Trolley Market
Downtown Restaurants and Shopping
Short North Restaurants and Shopping

Languages:

English, Greek

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