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Cozy Beachfront Cottage #1

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A stone pathway leading to a seating area with chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a body of water.
A row of small, light blue cabins with a gravel path leading to them, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, two windows with a view of a brick wall and greenery, and a white ceiling with a light fixture.
A living room with a television, a sofa, a dresser, and a door leading to a balcony.
A grassy area with a stone pathway leading to a body of water.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Erie
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Vermilion, OH
  • Place, Main Street Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kalahari Waterpark Resort
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Cedar Point
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cleveland, OH (CLE-Hopkins Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Beachfront Cottage #1

The vintage Cottage, lovingly restored, is one of six on a one-acre property on the southern shore of Lake Erie. The Cottage sits approximately 350 feet away from the shoreline. The Cottage is approximately 450 sq feet (think tiny house!) and features two double beds, a shower bath, Roku television, air conditioning, and a full kitchen. The sleeper sofa provides an extra sleeping option for a total of five persons stay. Linen and towels are provided. 110 feet of Lakefront (size of beach dependent on Mother Nature). Fire ring with firewood provided for s'mores. BBQ grills available for outdoor meals. NEW in 2024: Three sandstone patios at the waterfront provide views of the Lake & its awesome sunsets. If accessibility is an issue, beautiful views of Lake Erie and gorgeous sunsets can also be viewed from the large waterfront backyard to complete your day!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours begin at 10 pm nightly.
Children under 14 years of age must be supervised at the beach.
Smoking only allowed outdoors. Please pick up all cigarette butts.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3583808
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Vermilion

Located in Vermilion, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. The Edison Birthplace and Edison Birthplace Museum are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Sandusky Mall and North Coast Flea Market. Kalahari Waterpark Resort and Lee's Landing are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Vermilion, OH

What's nearby

  • Main Street Beach - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 17 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 18 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 21 min drive - 32.9 km
  • Cedar Point - 24 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 24 min drive
  • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Big Ed's Soda Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Angry Bull Steak House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Patio Tavern - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Beachfront Cottage #1 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Beachfront Cottage #1?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Beachfront Cottage #1?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Beachfront Cottage #1?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Beachfront Cottage #1 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Vermilion cottage is steps from Lake Erie and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Sherod Park. Main Street Beach and Old Woman Creek State Nature Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, nice beds!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice relaxing get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Erie excellence

Great location, cottage had everything we needed. The rock patios by the shore were great! Loved every bit of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2024
Thank you, Vicki, for your great review! Glad you two enjoyed yourselves at our place. Think of Plaz Vilka Beachfront House & Cottages again if future travel brings you in this direction. Hope you & hubby make it to ALL of the Great Lakes - an awesome natural resource for the US & Canada! ~Kathleen, Owner/Host
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely lovely!

Lovely stay and the absolute best views and set up to get to the beach! Definitely will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake get away!

This is our second time staying at the cottages and absolutely loved it! Having our own kitchen was nice however we did utilize the community area multiple times! The property manager was awesome and very attentive!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
Thank you, Amanda, for the great review. Plaz Vilka Beachfront House & Cottages LOVES repeat guests and strives to create a comfortable stay on Lake Erie at an affordable price. Please stay with us again if future travel brings you in this direction! ~Kathleen, Owner/Host
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Lots of open space around the lake, grills and fire pit. Shaded area lakeside as well as sun area. Host on hand and extremely nice! Cottage is small but very quaint and has everything you need. Would consider returning
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mr

Everything went as planned, Kathleen was very accommodating. We enjoyed our weekend very much
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Beds uncomfortable.

Beds were old need new matrices. They don’t clean comforters between guests. Had to clean up ourselves.. Empty trash and strip beds. Parking was awkward and wierd walk to Lake view. It was a drive to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
I'm sorry you had an unpleasant stay, Jill. The vintage Cottages have been lovingly restored; the mattresses are NEW. Realizing that sleep comfort is subjective, perhaps you didn't care for the pillow top & thought it too soft. Parking is in a gravel lot at the back of the property, as explained in listing. Also explained is the 350-foot walk from the Cottage front door to waterfront & lake views. Plaz Vilka is located approximately 4 miles of Vermilion, OH-not sure what area attractions you were interested in visiting, but it's the guest's responsibility to pick accommodations close to the attractions they intend to visit. We think our listing description is on point, very transparent to what we are offering. This property is not a 'cookie-cutter' hotel room stay, but the views of Lake Erie & its sunsets and the private beach access are well worth the price point and enjoyed by many guests! ~Kathleen, Owner/Host
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent beach views and beach area. Tiny cottage was clean and had everything we needed for our short trip. Very quiet and relaxing area of Vermillian.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2026
Thank you for your stay & for the great review. Small 'Mom & Pop' operations depend on guest recommendations & we appreciate you taking the time to recommend our property to future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a nice little spot to enjoy our beach time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location on the Water

Great place for a weekend exploring Lake Erie locations. The cabins are small but the shared outdoor areas are great for relaxing with a campfire by the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lakefront stay

Enjoyed my visit, cottage was very clean, grounds are well kept and you can't beat the view. Great price! Liked the idea of having community space. The only thing I would change would be the size of the shower in Cottage 1. Otherwise, everything was exceptional. Will for sure be coming back! Plan to recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for downtime

I stayed in cottage number one with my mom for a short girls getaway. The check in process was extremely smooth, the cottage was clean, the grounds were clean and And the view of the lake was breathtaking. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We stayed in cottage #1 for 4 days. It was very cute, relaxing, and extremely clean.

The renting process was very easy. The owners communicated with us regularly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

View of Lake Erie

This was a nice little cottage with a wonderful view when you walked down to the lawn chairs. It was a little tough for us heavy-weight people to squeeze into the bathroom since the door could only open half way before hitting the bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Covid escape

Cottage was very well kept and tidy. Firepit and Cornhole where bonuses. Kathleen was very helpful and extremely friendly! We would definitely stay again! Jim Bennett
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2021
Thank you Jim...we're glad that you & your wife enjoyed your stay at Plaz Vilka Beachfront Cottage #1. Please think of us again if future travel brings you in this direction. And it would be great if some of your friends would like to join you in the other Cottages. ~Ray & Kathleen/Owners, Hosts
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2026
This guest had cancelled his reservation and was refunded, so VRBO must have gotten their wires crossed asking him to review Plaz Vilka Beachfront House & Cottages...he did not stay. ~K, Owner/Host

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen Radachi-Murphy

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What makes this property unique

Beautiful views of Lake Erie. Gorgeous sunsets.

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