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1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes

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Early morning mid October - a fisherman at the entrance to Turkeyfoot Lake
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YOUR Vacation Rental IS THE LARGE BOTTOM LEVEL
Guest patio view of Turkeyfoot Lake and State Park beach. Private and quiet.
YOUR patio with Weber grill, dining and fire pit

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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New Franklin, OH
  • Portage Lakes State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Firestone Country Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • University of Akron
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Akron, OH (CAK-Akron-Canton)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes

Enjoy our very roomy, 1,500 sq. ft. lake level private guest suite, in our Owner occupied home, only a 3 minute walk from Dusty's Landing
Watch boats, canoes, kayaks and fishermen float by while enjoying our water level patio. Our 3 bedroom (3rd BR is is available for 3 or more additional "paid" guests), 2 baths, fireplace, "large foyer used as 2nd BR", living room, and fully stocked kitchen all with water view and walkout patio. Laundry, WiFi, local TV and Roku, pontoon rental for a water visit to lake restaurants and bars. Fishing on 230' sea wall with fishing equipment provided

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👩‍👩‍👧‍👦PLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE BOOKING:
-There is a private entrance to this suite through our garage going down interior stairs.
-💰$ Base rate covers 2 GUESTS OCCUPANCY (2 QUEEN BEDS), EACH additional guest is $25 per guest, per night up to 8 GUESTS (4 QUEEN BEDS).
-MAXIMUM 2 DOGS ALLOWED $25 fee extra for cleaning + $50 REFUNDABLE PET DAMAGE DEPOSIT.

-Check in is 4PM, check out is 11AM - flexible

-Help reduce plastic pollution. We provide Apec water filter system which lowers TDS (total dissolved solids) to near zero for your drinking safety and enjoyment.
_ONE CAR ALLOWED IN DRIVEWAY AT ALL TIMES. PARK TO THE FAR RIGHT WITH YOUR NOSE LINED UP TO THE YELLOW PAINTED LINE. Car #2 may be parked parallel to the first car. See photo

Bring your own boat, kayaks, canoes and paddle boards or rent from one of the local marinas. Some even offer free delivery.

We are near Firestone Country Club, minutes from the areas finest dining and night clubs, a short drive to Canton (20 min.) and Cleveland (35 min), Akron/Canton Airport (15 min) and Cleveland Airport (45 min). Easy day trips to visit NFL HOF, Ohio & Erie Canalway, Cuyahoga Vally National Park, Akron Zoo, Cleveland Zoo, Cedar Point, Rock & Roll HOF and Cleveland sports teams. Fine dining, wine bar, lake bars, fast food, burger joints, Pav's famous ice cream all less than 2 miles. Turkeyfoot Golf Course only 2 minutes away. Groceries 4 minutes away.

******NOTE: We will never ask our guests to wire money. Please call, or email, us using the number posted on the VRBO site if you have any questions.

Property manager

D A Mihelic
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We are pleased to host well behaved children.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Due to septic system - no large parties.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
No dangerous breeds. Cats that don't mark / claw.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
OUTDOOR smoking permitted.
PETS: we enjoy pets. We are not a kennel. If your dog/dogs, bark or howl when you are not home PLEASE consider a kennel. $25 one time fee per pet.
If you will be gone for the day, kindly turn OFF lights in every room. Entry light can remain on for safety purposes as you see fit.
Do not walk on the damaged area of our dock. Boards will be replaced spring of 2025. If docking a boat see owner about safety on the dock.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Due to septic system - no large parties.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Akron

Located in Akron, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Firestone Country Club and Topgolf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Belden Village Mall and Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Akron Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Firestone Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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New Franklin, OH

What's nearby

  • Portage Lakes State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Firestone Country Club - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Firestone Stadium - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • University of Akron - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Akron Civic Theater - 17 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Akron, OH (AKC-Akron Fulton Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tito's Mexican Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Number 1 Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pav's Creamery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-out at 1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Portage Lakes State Park, Turkeyfoot Beach, and Firestone Country Club. Firestone Stadium and Summa Barberton Hospital Barberton Area Family Practice are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 146 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 164 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 164 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, exactly as pictured. Cookies were, indeed delicious. There were 8 of us and plenty of room for everyone. My adult children fished, lots of beautiful birds to watch. We were there for a family wedding and were only 10 minutes away from Tudor House venue. Our hosts were delightful to talk with. If we are ever back this way again, we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne M.

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

Spacious lodging in a beautiful private residential area

This rental consisted of the entire ground level of a beautiful home situated on back waters of a very large lake. In between a wedding rehearsal/dinner one day and the ceremony late afternoon the next, we were able to relax and enjoy the many amenities for multi-generation guests.The the plate of "welcome to our home" cookies were delicious! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Lovely Lakeside home

Very comfortable and cozy, beautiful property / Canal views. We want to come back for a summer vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, Clean and Quiet

Wonderful stay with my family and pups. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal B.

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

Wonderful Property

The location on the water is just beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Portage Get A Way

Owners were very accommodating, even went so far as to bring us fresh baked apple fritter cake! Yum! Beautiful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

scott b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Ohio visit

Great stay.! All amenities were as communicated and then some. Hosts left fresh baked cookie bars at initial check in. Only negative was towels in Master Bathroom seemed not clean, but we were able to changeout with other towels in closet. We look forward to another visit in warmer months...
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

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

Great location

Perfect location for us to stay to visit family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul broadhurst

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

Family fun by the Lakes.

Our family had a great time at Portage Lakes. Plenty of space at the property , well equipped and beautiful setting. Highly recommended and hope to be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kennith D.

Great place

Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Deb S.

Very nice accommodations and owners were very kind and helpful.

Very relaxing environment and nice accommodations. Owners were excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

Very clean Dave and Mary where wonderful host! We
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Wonderful weekend

We chose this location as a nice place to stay for a family wedding held at Tudor House on this lake. Enjoyed the patio and having a common area for our family to gather - way better than a hotel! Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great stay!

Property was well maintained, very comfortable and quite beautiful. We certainly enjoyed our stay! The extra touches like boxes of Kleenex, written notes/suggestions and fully functional laundry machines were greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Beautiful home

Pleasant stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

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

Weekend Stay

The host was quick with communication and the property is beautiful. Backyard butts up against the channel so you can see the sunsets and boats passing through. Very lovely and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan V.

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

Amazing!

Everything about this trip was just perfect! We had two families staying so that we could attend a concert at Blossom music center. The home was spacious, beautiful, relaxing, clean and just perfect on the water! The ride to blossom was easy and not too long! I am really hoping to go back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G.

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

It was a great place to stay and we plan on coming back next year.

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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

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

Ohio Senior Open at Firestone CC

Perfect place for us to stay during our golf at Firestone.Super friendly owners, clean, quiet and in a beautiful neighborhood. Always our #1 choice when coming to Akron area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle and Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice place

Celebrating our son’s 25 th birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael S.

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

Enchanted Waterside Venue

Beautiful location to have a small family gathering. The place was much better stocked vs. Other VRBO's we have stayed out in past. Also, the hosts were very friendly. Conversely, we did not enjoy bed comfort. Moreover, better mattresses & a nicer grill would be highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Wonderful time

We had a wonderful stay. Out hosts welcomed us with warm cookies. The view was beautiful and we had lots of room to relax and enjoy our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline F.

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

Great time on the lake!!

Property was clean and was well stocked. We had a great time renting a pontoon and checking out the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne M., Brecksville, ohio, usa

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

A beautiful getaway

We will be back! A beautiful, clean vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Perfect spot for peace and an eclipse

We traveled to Ohio to see the total eclipse and catch an Akron RubberDucks game. This was a perfect spot for both. Convenient, clean, comfortable, quiet and SPACIOUS! We just relaxed. We would 100% stay here again and again if we ever return to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by D A Mihelic

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Dave & Marti born and educated in the area.
*Hoban HS and John Carroll Univ in Cleveland
David worked as produce clerk in Norton and steel mill worker in Cleveland at Jones & Laughlin Steel as a laborer and shipping clerk.
*David served as a Naval Aviator over 5 years, primarily in Jacksonville, FL, earning qualifications in single and multi-engine prop and high performance jet aircraft flying the T-34, T-28, S-2, C-1, T-2A, B &C, and TA-4J & F,. In addition David earned an Air Traffic Control certificate and Commercial pilot license during his service and departed with rank of Lt...
Marti is a long time PLX resident. She graduated from Our Lady of the Elms and attended the University of Akron.
*Semi-retired owner of golf distribution business and logo products company.
*Live in this home year round and offer our 1500 sq ft guest suite for visitors.

Why they chose this property

*Only minutes away from the southern boundary of Cuyahoga Valley National Park - named 2nd best National Park by Travel Lens.
*20 minute drive to Pro Football Hall of Fame
*50 minute drive to Rock and Roll HOF, Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Guardians,
A Christmas Story house, Cleveland Museum of Art, Metroparks Zoo, WestSside Market, Botanical Gardens, Little Italy and more
*20 minute drive to Clays Park Lake Country Fest
*5 minute drive to Towpath Trail - Ohio & Erie Canalway (currently 87 miles of hiking)
*5 minute drive to Portage Lakes State Park beach & disc golf - which can be seen from our vacation rental

We grew up in the area and took advantage of the recreational activities as children. Wife is a life resident of the area. We moved back to the area after military service and bought a water lot in 1987.

We have a rich history of 100+ years which connects us with the Ohio, Erie and Pennsylvania/Ohio Canals, Delaware Indians, Portage Path, Ohio Dept of Wildlife, Portage Lakes State Park, Connecticut Land Grants, the Western Reserve, prohibition, farming, coal mining and water sports.

Today, most residents living in the area will tell you they live in Portage Lakes which encompasses the cities of New Franklin, Green and Coventry Twp. If a resident tells another Ohio resident they are from Portage Lakes, most will know where you live. When given the official name of your resident city, the majority will have no idea where you live.
During the 1980's and 1990's a transition from weekend cottages to upscale modern homes began. As Carolyn Vogenitz, author of 'Portage Lakes Then & Now' has stated, it became a sardine & caviar look. Many a new upscale home might sit next to a tiny cottage dating back to the early 1900's.

What makes this property unique

Quiet
Relaxing
Trees
Wildlife - ducks, geese, deer, fox, mink, muskrat, osprey, hawks, great blue herons, greenback herons, cormorants and more.
Watch boats, anglers, SUPs and kayaks float by
Fishing from property - equipment provided

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