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The Front House by the Lake

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach viewBeach viewBeach view
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Lorain, OH
  • Popular LocationLakeview Park11 min walk
  • Popular LocationLorain Port Authority4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMercy Health - Lorain Hospital6 min drive
  • AirportCleveland, OH (CLE-Hopkins Intl.)36 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Front House by the Lake

Soak up the Lake Erie breezes, sunsets, and seasonal lighthouse views in our quiet, secluded neighborhood within walking distance from Lakeview Park & Beach, Lorain's Downtown Broadway, and Black River Landing, and only 30mi to either Cleveland or Cedar Point. Sip your complimentary morning coffee on one of the two porches overlooking the water, then be sure to check out everything the North Coast has to offer while you're here. Pets are OK with additional fees and pre-approval. Welcome aboard!

This brand new, fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath house allows guests to venture to all the local hot spots before settling back into the relaxation and peace that this whole house with off-street parking offers.

Catch a sunset over Lake Erie from the front porch or the comfort of one of the sofas in the living room while cozying up with the glow or warmth from the electric fireplace. The additional cushy sectional can also keep the sights coming with views of the harbor and beach directly across the street.

The first-floor queen bedroom offers seasonal views of Lorain Lighthouse, and the room is adjacent to the living room with easy access to the first-floor full bath with a deep soaking tub and the fully stocked eat-in kitchen complete with a dishwasher.

Upstairs boasts a large king bedroom with lake, harbor, and beach views, including another seasonal view of Lorain Lighthouse. This room also has a twin daybed across from the closet for any overflow of guests or just be another place to sit and relax!

The second-floor queen bedroom is directly up the stairs and has a designated workspace with a desk and chair where you can wirelessly connect to the whole house's high-speed WiFi for work or play.

Continuing through the game room leads to the full upstairs bathroom with the house's bath linens and a shelf full of things you may have forgotten at home. There is a closet in the game room with a full-sized washer and dryer.

There is a propane gas grill on the property and beach towels for your day on the water. Bikes, kayaks, and beach gear are also available to rent nearby.

Property manager

Patrick

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis
  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Lorain

Located in Lorain, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Lorain Port Authority and Back Roads and Beaches Bike and Multi-Sport Route are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Erie and French Creek Reservation. Travelling with kids? Consider Lee's Landing, or check out an event or a game at Sprenger Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lakeview Park - 11 min walk
  • Lorain Port Authority - 4 min drive
  • Mercy Health - Lorain Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Crocker Park - 19 min drive
  • Oberlin College - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Elyria Station - 20 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Little Caesars Pizza - 5 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 5 min drive
  • K Cream Korner - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Front House by the Lake pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The Front House by the Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Front House by the Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Front House by the Lake located?

This family-friendly Lorain holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Lakeview Park and Lake Erie. Lorain Port Authority is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Hosts and Property
Excellent home, exceptionally clean, and Patrick and Brooke were very accommodating hosts. Easy check in process, great location (adjacent park on Lake Erie is really nice). Would stay here again without hesitation!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty House Near the Lake
The house was clean and comfortable. Communication with the host was easy and helpful. The location next to the park on the lake is nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super place to stay
The front house is a spacious and really well appointed property and we had a lovely stay here. Everything was perfect from communication, comfort, through to the extra little touches such as a cake for the solar eclipse etc. Location across from the lake and near the park/beach is really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place to Stay
We had a wonderful stay at The Front House. The host was very responsive and even provided some basic items for breakfast which were greatly appreciated. The house was immaculate – well stocked kitchen, washer/dryer access, comfy beds and plenty of room. The location was down the street from Lakeview Park where we saw some beautiful sunsets. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll be back
Clean! Updated! Spacious! So charming. We felt at home. Hosts provided everything you need and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving holiday stay
This property was perfect for our extended family to join us for the holiday. We enjoyed the location near the beach which was an excellent dog walk as well! The house itself with its' 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms was a good fit for us and the dog. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
Such a beautiful home and perfect location. Great communication with host as well. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for sharing your home! : )
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a stay with our 2 daughters and granddaughter. Cleanliness was the best of any other place we have ever stayed. Nice touches to welcome us! Telephone and texts friendly and prompt. Wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agathe B., Canal Winchester OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
The property was amazing, everything was super clean. Kitchen was very well supplied. Thanks to the owner for breakfast items provided; we appreciated a lot! I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Week at the Lake
House was clean and well stocked. The area was lovely, and there was a lot to do in the surrounding areas as well. We loved having the beach so close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023