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The Old Nest Vacation Waterfront Home

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Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
TV
On Kelleys Island, The Old Nest offers a serene lakefront retreat with one of the largest porches and beautiful views. Unwind on 9 acres of private estate, explore nature trails, or gather around the bonfire pit. With free WiFi and a BBQ grill nearby town and ferry access make this home an ideal haven.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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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 Old Nest Vacation Waterfront Home

You deserve the comfort of a 5-bedroom home within walking distance from town. You deserve one of the largest porches on Kelleys Island with a beautiful lakefront view.

The Old Nest has been in our family for over 100 years and we welcome our guests to share in our piece of heaven. When staying at The Old Nest, you have access to several nature trails on a private 9-acre estate as well as the convenience of being close to town and the Kelleys Island Ferry.

Resting on lakefront property, The Old Nest offers stunning waterfront views, free wi-fi, a bonfire pit, BBQ grill and enough land to customize your own outdoor experience. To enjoy your vacation contact:

Property manager

Amanda Elfers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Check out is at 11AM to allow time to prepare the house for the next guests.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Moving furniture is $100 charge
Do not move furniture.
Absolutely NO Bachelor or Bachelorette parties. House is monitored and security deposit will be forfeited and guests will be removed.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

House
The Old Nest Vacation Waterfront Home Kelleys Island
The Old Nest Vacation Waterfront Home Private vacation home

About the area

Located in Kelleys Island, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center, while African Safari Wildlife Park and Cedar Point are popular area attractions. The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark and Island Adventures Family Fun Center are also worth visiting.
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Map
Kelleys Island, OH

What's nearby

  • Inscription Rock - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Kelleys Island State Park Public Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Glacial Grooves State Monument - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Marblehead Lighthouse - 43 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Cedar Point - 59 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red's Lakehouse - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪The Catawba Inn Pub at the Point - ‬58 min drive
  • ‪Twin Oast Brewing - ‬58 min drive
  • ‪Crow's Nest - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Big Boppers Bones - ‬45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Nest Vacation Waterfront Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Nest Vacation Waterfront Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Nest Vacation Waterfront Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Nest Vacation Waterfront Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Erie and Caddy Shack Square. Inscription Rock and Kelleys Island Historical Association Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Old Nest Vacation Waterfront Home Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 145 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

We love the old nest

Great for families. Great view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staci G.

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

2nd family vacay at The Old Nest

Another fantastic family vacation at Kelley's Island. The is our second year at The Old Nest, space for everyone! And fantastic views!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

Friends vacation.

Enjoyed relaxing on the porch
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Family togetherness

Beautiful historic home. We loved being able to walk to town and could not have been happier with our stay. The old gliders on the front porch got lots of use while we gazed at the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T.

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

Relaxing restorative and fun

Great location on Kelley’s island. Just a few blocks down from the hub of activity and yet quiet and peace filled.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

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

BEST!

Will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Wonderful stay at Old Nest

This is the second time our family has stayed at the Old Nest. We love it there! It is spacious, charming & has a great view of lake Erie! We plan to go again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence M.

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

Beautiful!

The view and atmosphere were amazing. Short walk to “downtown” and very quiet! Fantastic! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance H.

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

Best birthday ever

House is beautiful with an even more beautiful view, walking distance to everything fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great time!

We loved our stay! Beautiful house and view and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

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

Fall Break Trip

Great location. Great view of the lake. Everything we were looking for our 3 night stay on the island!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

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

Wonderful time at Kelley's Island

Beautiful home and wonderful location on water very close to downtown activities at Kelley's. Would highly recommend this for your stay while on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina P.

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

Blessed

Amazing staynwith family!! Hime was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Great spot!

Location was perfect. It is a challenge finding a house with enough space for 4-5 couples to stay comfortably on the island. This place was able to accommodate my siblings and their spouses with a good amount of space. It’s like an old farm house, reminds me of my grandparents family home. There are some random spiders and things, so if you aren’t accustomed to country living it may not be the spot for you. Overall It was a clean home and comfortable enough for the 3 couples and two singles that could make the trip this year. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian L.

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

Peaceful setting with a great view

Annual old ladies trip that was perfect for what we were looking for. Great area to shop, eat out and listen to some live music and then unwind on this lovely porch and watch the sailboats float by. The kitchen was well stocked, there was even a Keurig with coffee provided, linens and towels were included as well and there was plenty of room for a large group. This house is a charming old farm house. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Great place to relax

Property location was great, you can walk to the small town area. You are paying for a great view and a place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

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

Location!

This house is a PERFECT location! Definitely booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

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

Wonderful views

Everything as advertised and the house is close to town. Perfect views
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Keith T.

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

Friends weekend get away

Great property located within walking distance of downtown. Very well kept, very clean. We will be back, I hope!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

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

Exceeded Expectations

Relaxing, incredibly accommodating, warm and inviting. Every room was a treasure. Thank you for the relaxation and the opportunity to create new memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Friends trip

Beautiful! Excellent location! Everything was clean and in working order. We will be making this location a tradition. xoxoxo
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Wendy K.

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

Gorgeous view!

Great view and relaxing front porch. Well stocked. Authentic cottage! We did pull out the vacuum to get rid of some of the spider webs (which I get, we are near the lake), and it smelled like the bag hadn't been changed in years.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Staci G.

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

Fantastic family get away!

My family of 10 adults stayed this past weekend. The house was very comfortable! Space space space! We all enjoyed how much space we had, loved the 5 bedrooms, beds comfortable. So nice to have towels and linens supplied. Thoroughly enjoyed everything about this home and the views could not ne better! We have a big crew and all were very happy! Amanda was quick to respond fantastic to work with! 1st stay at Kelley's as we usually go to Put In Bay. Could not be happier! We plan to book again and for a longer stay and at a time when kids can island hop if they choose too! This house is 100% for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Coleen P.

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

Mini vacation

The view was beautiful! We were able to walk to the grocery and some restaurants. We bought our car along. Very few places to park on the island. The house was infested with spider webs and spiders. We wondered if that’s a island thing? We spent most of our time on the porch. Enjoyed the coffee at the house. I doubt we will recommend the house because of the spiders and over priced for this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Angela B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

absolutely beautiful home in a perfect location close to everything

The house was decorated beautifully. Absolutely stunning home and love to hear about the history of the home. The only downfalls I can say is the listing is not clear as far as what is provided. It says coffee maker, but we weren’t sure if it was a coffee maker or a Keurig just not a lot of details in the listing. Also the bedroom downstairs with the yellow walls had a bad spider problem, I woke up in the middle of the night with a spider coming down onto my bed from a spiderweb from the ceiling does not look like anybody had cleaned the ceilings or ceiling fan was surrounded with cobwebs. So many spiders I actually stayed in the living room on the couch , which was actually very comfortable but just think that it needs to be brought to somebody’s attention. Otherwise, I think the house is perfect. We absolutely loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024