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Cottage on the Hill - Your Home Away From Home

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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Golf
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Castle Noel
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Medina, OH
  • Place, Alien Vacation Mini Golf
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Noel
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, High Voltage Indoor Karting
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Akron, OH (CAK-Akron-Canton)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Cottage on the Hill - Your Home Away From Home

Welcome to Cottage on the Hill - your home away from home. It has 2900 sf, 4BRs, 5 beds (king, 2 queens, 2 twin), den w/ sleeper sofa, living & dining rooms, family room, kitchen, laundry, 3-1/2 baths & a 3 car attached garage (2 bays for guests). Situated on a secluded 2-1/2 ac wooded site, it is a retreat within the city.

Adjacent to Medina's South Town District - just four blocks south of the Historic Medina Square and its many restaurants, bars, coffee shops, specialty shops & events.

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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 is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking in the house and no pets. Smoking is permitted outdoors, we just ask that you please dispose of cigarette and cigar butts properly.
No unregistered guests are allowed overnight. No parties or events. Please ensure the guest count on your reservation reflects the size of your party.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3564084vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Medina

Medina is home to this holiday home. Alien Vacation Mini Golf and High Voltage Indoor Karting are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Shisler's Cheese House and Ohio Station Outlets. Castle Noel and Root Candles are also worth visiting.
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Medina, OH

What's nearby

  • Alien Vacation Mini Golf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Castle Noel - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Medina Toy & Train Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Root Candles - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • High Voltage Indoor Karting - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Picklebacks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mad Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wrecking Crew Brew Works - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Medina Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cool Beans Cafe - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the Hill - Your Home Away From Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage on the Hill - Your Home Away From Home ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on the Hill - Your Home Away From Home ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on the Hill - Your Home Away From Home ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on the Hill - Your Home Away From Home located?

Situated in Medina, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Alien Vacation Mini Golf and Castle Noel. Medina Toy & Train Museum and John Smart House Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage on the Hill is a wonderful place to stay! Check-in and host responsiveness was seamless, setting was private and tranquil, the beds and furniture were so comfy and the kitchen had more than everything you may need! Thank you for a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Close to the historic Medina Square.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa & Dennis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful property we have been in the US. This is truly the home away from home with all the comfort and amenities. Host is great and attentive with clear instructions for checking in and out. Will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2025
Thank you Dennis & Lisa for the kind words. Please return anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

crystal m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is one of the best we have ever stayed at. It has everything you can imagine. Including a great CD collection.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie R.

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

The perfect house and host!

If you're looking for a VRBO in the Medina area, then look no further. This house and host are fantastic! House: great secluded location right in town. We loved just sitting outside watching all of the wildlife hang around the pond. The house is huge and has plenty of space for everyone. Beds were comfortable, the house was super clean, and with the decor it felt very homey. Host: the extra amenities were off the charts. Alan, our host, has provided anything that you may have forgotten on your trip. Down to small items like soap or toothbrushes; they provide new ones just in case. The bath towels are plush, the shampoos are high quality, and even the toilet paper is top shelf. One extra feature we loved is that the host DOESN'T want you to strip down the beds which makes check out much easier. Communication was spot on. This may be the best VRBO experience we've had to date.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

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

Exceptional doesn’t quite cover it!

It’s hard to find all the words to cover what it’s like to stay in this beautiful home and property. Absolutely everything was highest quality, thoroughly thought out, beautifully appointed and cared for. We all felt like we were in a home that we had all been part of for years. Everyone kept saying, this is so wonderful! Every need was met. Beds were so comfortable, towels were perfect , furniture and rooms were so lovely, everything you needed in the kitchen …. There was not one want for anything more. And then there was the property. The pond, trees, parents, planters and it came with deer, fawns, ducks, birds. I didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to return!The owners were wonderful to work with. Communication was exceptional. A hosts It doesn’t get any better!I simply can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Sheila. Thank you so much for that review. This is just our second experience with the VRBO platform so your comments will be most helpful. You are truly the target market we want to reach ... people "coming home" to revisit Medina or coming to visit family living near Medina. I'm sure Joan will be reaching out Sheila as it seems you may be kindred spirits. Thanks again. Alan....

About the host

Hosted by Alan Kiene

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I'm from Valley City OH & my wife is from Caldwell, OH. We have lived in Medina at this property for 38 years but now spend most our time in Summerville, SC.

Why they chose this property

We love this property and the Medina area. When were home we walk to the coffee shops, restaurants and the Square. So much to do right here in Medina. Then there's Cleveland with the Rock-n-Roll HOF , museums, Guardians, Browns & Cavs. And the NFL Hall of Fame in Canton.

What makes this property unique

It's a secluded property large enough to accommodate up to 8 guests. Easy walk to Medina's Public Square.

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English

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