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1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Portage Lakes State Park
- Place, University of Akron
- Place, Pro Football Hall of Fame
- Airport, Akron, OH (CAK-Akron-Canton)
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
(Ask about our long term winter rental in SW FL in N Ft Myers on Pangola see last photo or apartments. dotcom for 532)
👩👩👧👦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 + $50 REFUNDABLE PET DAMAGE DEPOSIT.
-Check in is 4PM, check out is 11AM - flexible
-Help reduce plastic pollution. We provide Apec water filter system which lowers TDS (total dissolved solids) to near zero for your drinking safety and enjoyment.
_ONE CAR ALLOWED IN DRIVEWAY AT ALL TIMES. PARK TO THE FAR RIGHT WITH YOUR NOSE LINED UP TO THE YELLOW PAINTED LINE. Car #2 may be parked parallel to the first car. See photo
Bring your own boat, kayaks, canoes and paddle boards or rent from one of the local marinas. Some even offer free delivery.
We are near Firestone Country Club, minutes from the areas finest dining and night clubs, a short drive to Canton (20 min.) and Cleveland (35 min), Akron/Canton Airport (15 min) and Cleveland Airport (45 min). Easy day trips to visit NFL HOF, Ohio & Erie Canalway, Cuyahoga Vally National Park, Akron Zoo, Cleveland Zoo, Cedar Point, Rock & Roll HOF and Cleveland sports teams. Fine dining, wine bar, lake bars, fast food, burger joints, Pav's famous ice cream all less than 2 miles. Turkeyfoot Golf Course only 2 minutes away. Groceries 4 minutes away.
******NOTE: We will never ask our guests to wire money. Please call, or email, us using the number posted on the VRBO site if you have any questions.
Watch boats, canoes, kayaks and fishermen float by while enjoying our water level patio. Our 3 bedroom (3rd BR is is available for 3 or more additional "paid" guests), 2 baths, fireplace, "large foyer used as 2nd BR", living room, and fully stocked kitchen all with water view and walkout patio. Laundry, WiFi, local TV and Roku, pontoon rental for a water visit to lake restaurants and bars. Fishing on 230' sea wall with fishing equipment provided
(Ask about our long term winter rental in SW FL in N Ft Myers on Pangola see last photo or apartments. dotcom for 532)
👩👩👧👦PLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE BOOKING:
-There is a private entrance to this suite through our garage going down interior stairs.
-💰$ 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.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
We are pleased to host well behaved children.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Due to septic system - no large parties.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
No dangerous breeds. Cats that don't mark / claw.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
OUTDOOR smoking permitted.
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 Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market and Shisler's Cheese House. 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.
New Franklin, OH
What's nearby
- Portage Lakes State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- University of Akron - 13 min drive - 16.8 km
- Pro Football Hall of Fame - 21 min drive - 32.5 km
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park - 25 min drive - 29.6 km
- MGM Northfield Park - 40 min drive - 64.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Upper Deck Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- Number 1 Kitchen - 4 min drive
- Caston & Main Brew Yard - 7 min drive
- Bereka Coffee & Ethiopian Cuisine - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by D A Mihelic
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.
*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.
*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
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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