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Glistening Gem: Lakeside Cottage

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Celina, OH
  • Place, Rotary Lighthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeshore Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mercelina Park
    ‪6 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Glistening Gem: Lakeside Cottage

Welcome to Glistening Gem! This sparkling 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom lakeside cottage is located on Grand Lake St. Marys in Celina, OH! Sit back and unwind on the covered front porch while taking in beautiful views of both the pool and the lake.

As you step inside, you’re welcomed with an open-concept living space featuring a fully stocked kitchen and a comfortable living area. The space includes a Smart TV and a couch that pulls out into a queen sleeper sofa. Cable and internet are provided, so you’re welcome to sign into your streaming accounts to catch up on your favorite shows after a day out on the water.

Continue through the cottage, you’ll find a private bedroom furnished with a queen bed along with a full bathroom and a washer and dryer.

Boardwalk Village guests will have access to enjoy both pools, grills, outdoor dining areas, a four-season pool house, yard games, and more. Free parking is also available for guests. Guests will receive a door code prior to arrival for an easy self-check-in.

We’re just minutes from downtown Celina, where there you’ll find plenty of shopping and dining options. You can walk, bike, or rent a golf cart to explore the area.

Book your stay in the Glistening Gem to experience a relaxing getaway at Boardwalk Village!

BEDS: This unit sleeps up to 4. There is a master bedroom, with a queen bed, and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room.

PARKING: This house comes with 2 parking passes that are provided inside the unit. If they are not left in the welcome basket upon check-out, you will be charged a fee of $75/each to replace. No additional parking passes will be given. If additional parking is needed, please contact the host. Parking at BOARDWALK GRILL is prohibited unless you are dining at the restaurant.

POOL: We will provide 4 wristbands in your unit for each guest to access the pool areas. We also provide a key fob that gains you access to the pool when open. You will be able to access both pools with this key fob. Pool access is for staying guests only.
*Pool Season: May - September (time frame may change depending on weather)*
*Please note that there is no lifeguard on duty. Guests use the pool at their own risk. We are not responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur in the pool area.*

PETS: This is a pet friendly unit.
•Non-aggressive, non-large breeds only (no Pit Bulls, Dobermans, German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Staffordshire Terriers, Akitas, Mastiffs, Great Danes, etc.)
•Must be under 50 lbs.
•$50 pet fee/reservation
•1 dog max
•No cats, no exceptions
•Pet description required upon booking (name, breed, weight, age)

SECURITY DEPOSIT: At Boardwalk Village, we pride ourselves not only on our superb service but the quality of our units as well. With that, a $250 security deposit will show as a pre-authorized/pending charge on your credit card prior to your check-in. This is to cover any broken, stolen, damaged and/or irreplaceable items, and smoking anywhere inside the unit. This pre-authorized/pending charge will fall off of your account if none of the above happen. If the cost of damages exceeds the $250 security deposit, the additional amount will be charged to the card on file.

CANCELLATION POLICY: The cancellation policy is a 100% refund up to 60 days before arrival, 50% refund up to 30 days before arrival, no refund within 30 days of check-in. This also applies to any reservation date changes. When booking through Airbnb, the cancellation policy is a 50% refund up to 30 days before arrival.

ADDITIONAL BOOKING INFO: You will only be charged 50% of your entire reservation amount upon booking (unless your check-in is within 30 days). The final 50% will be auto-charged 30 days prior to check-in.

BOAT RENTALS: Helton Lodge Boat Rentals is located right here at Boardwalk Village! Helton Lodge offers rentals for pontoon boats, kayaks, paddle boats, golf carts, bicycles and more!

BOAT DOCKS: Dock spaces are available for rent for $25 per each day of your reservation if you are bringing your own boat. If you are renting a boat from Helton Lodge, you do not need to rent a dock as one is already provided.

SUB SHACK: We`ve got two awesome Sub Shack locations! Boardwalk Marketplace - Our seasonal (May 1st-September 30th), weather-based spot serving subs, salads, apps & more. Shipyard Sports & Events Center - which is just 0.6 miles down the road from Boardwalk Village! Enjoy a full dining experience with subs, salads, apps, drinks & plenty of fun. The restaurant overlooks the Sports Fieldhouse, so you can kick back while the kids shoot hoops, play soccer, and more (when leagues and tournaments aren`t in session). Plus, take a swing in our indoor golf simulators!

FITNESS CENTER ACCESS FOB: An amazing fitness experience awaits you at Innergy Fitness, located inside Shipyard Sports and Event Center. By purchasing an access fob add-on at check-out, you`ll get 24/7 access to top of the line cardio + strength equipment, a dry + infrared sauna, and access to their innovative fitness classes! The cost of the access fob add-on is $5 per fob per night of your reservation, so you are able to access the Innergy Fitness facility throughout your entire reservation. If it is not left in the welcome basket upon check-out, you will be charged a fee of $75 to replace.

BLUE GOOSE SHUTTLE: Hop on the Blue Goose and let it shuttle you to all the local events, bars, restaurants, and shopping locations. The Blue Goose travels on its regular route throughout Celina on weekends from May 1st through September 30th. From October 1st through April 30th, you can call in advance to reserve the Blue Goose. Don’t worry about driving anywhere during your stay at Boardwalk Village!

COCONUT HUT: located in the Boardwalk Marketplace, is open and serving up island vibes, delicious food from the Sub Shack, and tropical drinks, 7 days a week from May 1st -September 30th! It`s a lively, laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere we`ve created for guests and locals alike - and we hope you`ll come check it out!

WEEKLY/MONTHLY OFF-SEASON DISCOUNTS: We offer a 15% weekly discount if you stay 7+ nights and a 30% monthly discount if you stay 30+ nights. These discounts are valid during our OFF-SEASON months only (October-April). The discount codes can be applied at the time of booking your reservation but are not valid if you are taking advantage of our extended stay program. We have the right to remove the discount code from your reservation if you are staying in a unit that is part of our extended stay program. The below details will show the validity period for each discount code:

October 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026
15WEEKLYDISCOUNT
30MONTHLYDISCOUNT

October 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027
WEEKLY15
MONTHLY30

An extended stay booking is for short-term, temporary lodging only. No tenancy rights or landlord-tenant relationships are created. This property may not be used as a permanent or primary residence. Guests may not receive mail or packages at this address. Guests must vacate the premises by the end of the reservation. Failure to vacate will result in additional charges, and legal action may be taken if necessary.

**The fourth phase of Boardwalk Village is currently under construction. Construction will begin October 2025 and is expected to be finished Summer 2026. This is taking place on the far South end of the property. Do take this into consideration when booking as there will be construction work going on during this time frame from 8am-4pm during the week. The crews will be cognizant of guests staying during this time and will keep noise as minimal as possible while still trying to stay on schedule to completion. Thank you for your understanding!**

**YOU MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO BOOK AT BOARDWALK VILLAGE. HOST MAY REQUEST A COPY OF YOUR PHOTO ID THAT INCLUDES YOUR DATE OF BIRTH.**
This is a NO SMOKING UNIT. Smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited inside the unit. This includes, but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping devices, e-cigarettes, and marijuana (medical or recreational). Smoking of tobacco products is permitted outside only, provided all doors and windows remain closed to prevent smoke from entering the unit. The smoking of marijuana is strictly prohibited anywhere on the premises, including inside the unit and in all outdoor areas. A minimum charge of $250 will be imposed for any evidence of smoking inside the unit.

You’ll have neighbors so please, NO PARTIES.

Please refer to the signage for pool area rules and hours. Guests who enter the pool area must have a Boardwalk Village wristband. NO GLASS IN THE POOL AREA - NO EXCEPTIONS!

QUIET HOURS begin at 11PM.

CHECK OUT TIME IS 10AM. Please vacate the unit on time so our cleaning staff has enough time to prepare for our next guests. Please close all windows and lock all exterior doors. Late departures will be charged $75. Our housekeeping staff has carefully cleaned, stocked and inventoried this unit prior to your arrival. Please help us maintain the inventory by placing items back where they belong so we can keep our level of quality for all guests. If the rules are overlooked or there is excessive cleaning required, extra charges will be added to your reservation.

All dishes used should be cleaned AND put away, or put in the dishwasher (if applicable) and the cycle started.

Please empty the refrigerator & EMPTY liquids (like milk, juice, etc.) before disposing containers! Place all trash in bags and disposed of in the provided dumpster.

Please place all used towels in the tub or shower of the bathrooms.

Remember your personal entry key code to avoid $50 lock-out fee!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a NO SMOKING UNIT. Smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited inside the unit.

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

About the area

Celina

Located in Celina, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mercer Waterfowl Management Area and Baker Woods, while Mercer County Historical Msm and St. Marys Theater and Grand Opera House are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Celina, OH

What's nearby

  • Rotary Lighthouse - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lakeshore Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mercelina Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pullman Bay Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mercer County Fairgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Celina Wine Store - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Glistening Gem: Lakeside Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Glistening Gem: Lakeside Cottage?

As of 5 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glistening Gem: Lakeside Cottage on 28 August 2026 start from NZ$515, 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 Glistening Gem: Lakeside Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Glistening Gem: Lakeside Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Glistening Gem: Lakeside Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Glistening Gem: Lakeside Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Lakeshore Park, Rotary Lighthouse and Mercelina Park. Mercer County Historical Msm and Pullman Bay Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fabulous time and the area is beautiful with plenty to do for an extended weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very enjoyable stay. The amenities and restaurants around the area were fantastic! The staff was superb and friendly. I couldn’t have been more satisfied with our stay.
Bald eagle
Great subs
211 speak easy and ale house
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! Cozy home every clean. Perfect!! So much to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Morgan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place is great. Inconvenient to have to go out and buy shampoo, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Lakeside

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Glistening Gem is fantastic; don't worry about your decision to choose here,, all is in good order and we really enjoyed our little weekend away.We ate at the Boardwalk restaurant & also in town and had very nice meals. We also took carry out back to our Gem, since the kitchen has everything needed to enjoy a meal.I noticed that another guest was cooking on a grill, the entire "community" is very well designed, equipped, clean & safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Vacation for 2

Had a great time!Everything you need is a short walk away.Food was delicious and drinks were made to order. Plenty of towels for our stay and the extra beach towels were a plus. An extra roll of toilet paper would be our only suggestion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Clean and quiet

The rental is a well kept and clean area. We worked during our stay and did not have time to take in the sites, but it was a cool vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Celina Charmer

Wonderful place to stay! Impeccably clean.The area is lovely, so nice to have the Lake right there! I was there in late October so things were very quiet.Very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish L.

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

Fun times

My kids loved the sports and we loved the love music and the view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

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

Gem cottage

Was an adorable little cottage. Weather was no good. Trying to get another one to bring my grandkids but is completely book
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Getaway

Our stay at Glistening Gem was relaxing. Unfortunately, the weather was not nice to us, but the cottage was very clean, fully equipped and comfortable. We ran into a "local" who gave us a long list of great places to eat, so we tried them out, Shandy's and The Anchor were two of them. We will consider another stay at some time. Thank you for opening up your cottage to us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joye S.

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

Return

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

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

Cute and cozy!

The absolute sweetest cottage! Very new, very clean, very nicely decorated, with a lake view! I will say that although they said there was construction going on, they did not say it was literally right in front of the cottage. However, I believe they will be done fairly soon. All of the staff, landscapers, and workers were very kind and considerate and we thorougly enjoyed our stay regardless!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

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

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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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