Welcome! Lakeside Cottage is a new (2021) architect-designed 2800 sq.ft. 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath pet-friendly home on the south shore of Lake Erie. It is located 15 minutes from Cedar Point and 10 minutes from the Cedar Point Sports Center and is less than 5 minutes off of State Route 2. The features of the house are unmatched, including its location on the water’s edge and a second-floor deck with panoramic views across the water. The open floor plan offers views of the lake from the back of the house to the front. The kitchen, dining room, pool table area, bar, breakfast alcove and living room all flow together and participate in the dramatic lake view. A second level gallery space with central stairway leads to bedrooms, laundry room and deck. Sleeping quarters include one bedroom on the first floor and four more bedrooms on the second floor. There is also a business center, with desk, HP printer, paper and large monitor that can be connected to your laptop. (an HDMI cable comes out of the screen with a converter to mini display port cable added to that.) The house is decorated throughout with nautical flags, celebrating the language of the sea and the close connection of the cottage to the water. Simply designed on the outside to blend into its historic neighborhood, the inside is dramatic yet extremely functional. It focuses on views of the lake, user convenience and personal comfort in an atmosphere enhancing its unique nautical environment. Amenities include a tankless water heating system to provide a continuous supply of hot water to the showers and washer, a kitchen with all-new appliances directly adjacent to the dining area and bamboo flooring throughout the ground floor. The bedrooms include two larger lakefront rooms with queen beds, water views and direct access to the deck. They feature their own wall-mounted Smart TVs and lounge chairs. Two rear bedrooms, complete the upstairs: one with three twin beds and the other with one twin and one twin-over-full bunk bed. The convenient ground floor bedroom has two twin beds. In addition, the open plan ground floor contains 3 fold-out sofas that convert to twin beds and an available twin-size inflatable mattress. For convenience, the house is designed so that no bedroom is more than 11’ from a bathroom and no bedroom shares a wall with another bedroom. Besides disinfectant hand soap, the shower and bath facilities are provided with body wash, shampoo and conditioner, though visitors are welcome to supply their own. Outdoor amenities include a ground-level lakefront outdoor deck with grill, umbrella and lounge seating along with access privileges to two nearby private beaches. A convenient outdoor shower is provided to remove sand after a day at the beach. The site can accommodate four cars with regular parking and up to six cars with tandem parking. A Level 1 EV charging cable is provided at the house, it plugs into an exterior outlet. Last but not least: your dogs are VERY welcome!
(Note that reviews of the property before 2021 year are for an earlier house on the site along with a temporary replacement house in the summer of 2019 and that both have both been replaced by this new structure)
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
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 and lock the doors
Put used towels in the washer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Maximum six adults at a time on the upper floor outside deck.
No swimming over the rocks at the site (but swimming is available at nearby parks.)
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Huron
Located in Huron, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and popular attractions include Kalahari Waterpark Resort and Cedar Point. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cedar Point Sports Center or Sandusky Speedway. With jet skiing, rafting and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Sawmill Creek Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 6 min drive - 8.9 km
Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 6 min drive - 10.6 km
Cedar Point - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
Getting around
Sandusky Station - 17 min drive
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Wendy's - 17 min walk
Cinco Ninos - 8 min drive
Long John Silver's - 10 min walk
Java Manjaro Coffee & Pastries - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront Cottage on Lake Erie pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Cottage on Lake Erie?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Cottage on Lake Erie on 13 May 2026 start from NZ$1,254, 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 Waterfront Cottage on Lake Erie?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage on Lake Erie?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage on Lake Erie?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Cottage on Lake Erie located?
Nestled on the beach, this Huron cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Erie, Sawmill Creek Golf Course and Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve. Thunderbird Hills Golf Courses and Osborn MetroPark 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.
AWESOME! We love staying here as it is convenient to so many places for dining and entertainment. Many of us sat outside just to listen to the water and enjoy the peace and quiet. Thank you Heather and Ted!
A must stay if you're in the area. This property is very welcoming, clean, well stocked and everyone had a great time! Fun things for the kids and adults to stay entertained the whole time. Relaxing by the water is fantastic! This place is in the perfect location with just a short drive to some really cool and entertaining things for all ages.
Shelby R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2025
It's great that you all enjoyed the house so much! We try to make it kid friendly and a place the entire family can feel welcome. Come back anytime!
The house was comfortable for our family. The kitchen was a great size. Rooms were great with each having a clothes closet. The view was great. Close to everything. Our grandchildren enjoyed the stay. Pool table and bar were great.
Our family enjoys an annual trip to Lake Erie. This house is wonderful for a large group. Checkin and Check out is very easy and the house is well maintained and Ted and Heather are very easy to work with. Can’t wait to for our next summer stay.
The house was perfect for a family get together. Just a suggestion- We could us a few more bath and hand towels and place a set in each of the bathrooms. Thanks so much.
MaryKay C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 October 2025
Thanks for the great review, we're glad that you enjoyed your visit!
Regarding towels, we keep them all in the laundry room at the beginning and then people can select a color that will be unique to them. It might be a bit different than other places, but we hope it makes a long-term convenience over the course of the visit.
Thanks again!
Property was great for our group, which included adults, teens, and dogs! House had everything that we needed. Location is very close to Sandusky and having a house right on the lake was amazing! Would recommend this property!
Well represented on the internet. Clean and spacious. Nice appliances
Enjoyed our stay.
robin c.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2023
Hi Robin, we're glad that you enjoyed the house, thanks! Ted
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate K.
2 October 2018
Perfect place to enjoy some sun and friends!
This house was perfect for our girls weekend. There were plenty of places to go that were nearby. We enjoyed having cocktails by the water and sharing lots of laughs. Easily walkable neighborhood as well. I emailed the owner quite a bit prior to our stay and he always got back To me right away. We would definitely stay here again. So nice and close to the water with a great breeze out back.
Kate K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
I'm really glad that you and your friends enjoyed yourselves! Your questions were always relevant and have helped me to refine some of my information in the future to other visitors. Thank you for your visit!
Beautiful location and great amenities! Although the outside of the property, including patio furniture, was covered in bugs and crawling with spiders, we realized that comes with the proximity to the lake. We simply didn’t use the outside furniture and enjoyed every moment.
We would definitely stay again. It was spacious and roomy for 8 people and each had their own bed, bathroom and space. The view was fantastic! The games provided were a hit. However, the price was a bit much and the furniture was not the most comfortable. But overall, we could feel at home for a few days.
This was the 3rd year for our group at Ted's place on the shores of Lake Erie, so suffice to say, we love this place. Once again this year we had a great time. The fall weather could not have been more beautiful which made the setting so peaceful. Although, the golf shots we tried to execute left something to be desired, but what can we expect from a group of guys at the age of 74. Thanks again Ted and Heather for another stay which culminated with lasting memories.
House was a perfect and safe getaway for 6 adults and 3 kids and 2 dogs! Lots of beds and bathrooms and a fully stocked kitchen. The views were spectacular. House is as it appears in the pictures. Very easy communication with Heather and Ted. Highly recommend this home!!! We had the best time. Our only suggestion would be some more deck furniture to enjoy the amazing view. I wouldn’t hesitate to book this home again.
We had a family vacation with our adult children and their spouses. We were so happy that the place was pet-friendly, since we brought our dog. It was so clean and there was so much room! I would recommend black out shades on the windows, because it gets really sunny and bright in the morning. I was disappointed that I had to look at the neighbors "Trump 2024" flag, but I forced myself to look at the beautiful lake instead.
Bridget S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
I'm glad that you all had a great time and that beautiful Lake Erie was such a highlight!
I, my daughters and granddaughters stayed for the weekend. There was a total of 7 women and our little dog and plenty of room for all. Shortly after we arrived, we saw a double rainbow over the lake through the great view from inside. The bedroom downstairs is a plus for those who need one level. We could not regulate the thermostat for heat and reached out via text. They responded right away and someone was there within an hour. It was a fun time and in a great location.
Roberta F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2024
We are really happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay! A prompt response to issues is always our goal and it's great that it all worked out.
Verified
8/10 Good
Lisa C.
23 August 2018
Great Location. Nice property.
Spider Infested. I really wanted to give this place a 5 star because it really was a nice place, but couldn’t because of the overwhelming amount of spiders and webs, both on the inside (just about every corner) and outside (screens, windows and doorways were covered). I grew up on the lake so know webs and spiders accumulate regularly, but this was over the top. If you don’t mind an abundance of spiders inside the house, it really is a fantastic place.....But DONT bring teenage girls or people with arachnophobia or you’ll be sorry.
Lisa C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
HI Lisa
I"m sorry that your group had a problem with spiders! I've owned and rented the house for four years now and it's the first time that someone has raised this issue. I'll discuss with my housekeeper and see what we can do.
Because of emergency erosion control work on my property and the neighbors this past spring, my lakefront became a construction site and it kicked up a lot of dust and certainly disturbed the local soils. If that was a cause I'm hoping that it's now behind us.
Thanks at least for the four-star rating. I hope that you all were still able to enjoy your visit.
Best,
Ted
The view is outstanding! I loved falling asleep looking at and listening to the water. The house is clean and not cluttered. The beds are comfortable and the pool table was great for games with our teens. The location allows for easy trips into town- we found a yummy taco place and brought food home one night. The kitchen could benefit from more mixing bowls and baking trays. If there is something specific you want to cook you may want to bring the cookware needed with you. Permanent neighbor to the right has several dogs so if you bring yours- like we did- expect some friendly barking to ensue. Communication with the property manager over a slight issue was handled promptly.
Adam D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
About the host
Hosted by Heather Green, Property Manager. 419-602 -3898
I'm an architect who grew up in the area and wanted a place for my far-flung siblings and family to be able to return to. But when we're not here it's a chance to share the lake experience with others.
Why they chose this property
The view is incredible, and you are right on the water in this house. The open floor plan on the ground level really takes advantage of this relationship, with the spaces used most by family friends all having lake views. Additionally, the upstairs front bedrooms are very private and have some of the best views.
What makes this property unique
The waterfront location with stunning lake views along with convenient access to Cedar Point, Kalahari, Cedar Point Sports Center and Sawmill Creek. Additionally, the house has 5 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 13 people. And we are pet-friendly!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests