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Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose

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A cozy living area with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor patio. - Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose (Port Clinton)
A boat with a table and chairs, a door with a sign, and a tropical leaf-patterned rug. - Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose (Port Clinton)
A compact bedroom with a single bed, a small table, and a window with curtains. - Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose (Port Clinton)
A boat with a covered deck area, a cabin with windows, and a chain barrier. - Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose (Port Clinton)
A compact living space with a sofa, a small kitchenette, and a fan. - Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose (Port Clinton)
Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose provides everything that you need. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose

  • Ramble on Rose is a houseboat with tons of charm! Wake up to the sounds of the water and go to bed watching an amazing sunset!

    The outdoor space of this boat is great! The large front deck has a table and chair set for 4. The upper deck has patio furniture, perfect to enjoy the evening views.

    Inside you will find a king size bed, kitchen area with fridge/microwave and kcup coffee maker. The front living area has a futon that can double as additional sleeping area. While there is a bathroom on the boat, we ask this is used sparingly as the systems are sensitive. We have a BRAND NEW bathhouse that was built at our dock. There are three full bathrooms with regular size showers, toilets and sinks. Just steps away from the boat. (2023)

    You will love being able to walk to the beach and having Downtown Port Clinton activities within minutes. Restaurants, bars, live music, festivals, farmers markets, art shows and more! If you have a boat/jet skis/kayak this is the paradise for you. Please let us know if you would like to bring it, we have dock spaces available. There is access to Lake Erie and the Portage River directly from the marina. The Sandusky Bay is only a few minutes’ drive, as well as Cedar Point. The Jet Express is a couple minutes down the road, and you can be to Put N Bay or Kelley’s Island quickly!

    Reminder, this is a boat on the water, in a marina. There are other houseboats and personal boats in the marina. The boats do not move from the dock, but simply camping on the water! Depending on the weather, there can be movement. There can also be different kinds of wildlife and bugs. This is similar to camping, but on the water! Spiders, Flies, Mayflies, Nats, etc are all creatures of the water areas. We do spray and clean for these, but want to make you aware that you may see them. We do our best to keep you comfortable! Please let us know if there is anything we can do while you are with us.

    Our boats are aluminum and with fluctuating weather conditions they sweat continuously which can cause a musty odor and may not be the ideal stay for someone with asthma or allergies. Bugs disclaimer: There is no refund.

    There can be different kinds of wildlife and bugs. If you are afraid of flying or crawling bugs this is not for you. This is similar to camping, but on the water...Glamping on a BOAT! Spiders, flies, mayflies, gnats, seagulls, cranes, etc are all creatures of the water areas. We do spray and clean for these but want to make you aware that you may see them.
    We do our best to keep you comfortable!

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About the area

Located in Port Clinton, this houseboat is in the city centre and on the beach. The Keeper’s House and South Bass Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Island Adventures Family Fun Center and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark. Sportsmen's Migratory Bird Center and Perry's Cave are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Port Clinton travel guide
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Port Clinton, OH

What's nearby

  • A giraffe with a carrot in its mouth.
    African Safari Wildlife Park
    9 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Two people on a blue inflatable raft on a frozen body of water with a distant shoreline and buildings.
    Catawba Island State Park
    15 min drive - 16.3 km
  • A coastal amusement park with roller coasters and a Ferris wheel.
    Cedar Point
    30 min drive - 42.3 km
  • The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark
    9 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort
    22 min drive - 39.3 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station
    23 min drive
  • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Jolly Roger's Seafood House
    4 min drive
  • Three Legged Dog
    2 min drive
  • Ala Carte Cafe
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose located?

Located in Port Clinton, this beachfront houseboat is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Erie and Jet Express. Fisherman's Wharf and Waterworks Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Wake up ON the Lake aboard Ramble on Rose Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

The best place ever to stay they treat you like family..wish we could stay all the time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique & Memorable

We were looking for "something different" for our short getaway, and the Ramble on Rose houseboat was a great choice. We enjoyed our experience both on the boat and in Port Clinton. Josh & Michelle are terrific hosts and left a sweet birthday surprise for me at our arrival! We stayed only 2 nights, which was just right for us, as the "cozy" space might have felt a bit too tight if staying longer. And we were surprised by how few of the Port Clinton restaurants were closed or only opened for dinner on Tuesday & Wednesday, given it was still summertime. Our benefit in being on the boat during the week was a quiet, private experience on the houseboat, pier, and bathhouse (which was quite spacious, well-built and well-maintained).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vacation since hawaii, highly recommend very relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It was a great get away place

Great experience,recommend to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ramble On Rose

We stayed 2 nights aboard Ramble On Rose during the 4th of July. We watched the fireworks from Port Clinton and other areas on top deck. What a show! We had an amazing time! Now....the PROS & CONS PROS... Boat was clean The smell inside was delightful. Didnt smell musty or fishy. Towels/toilet paper were provided. Plasticware/silverware available. KCups/coffee/insulated cups & snacks provided. Refrigerator/microwave worked. A/C worked excellent in 89° weather. 2 additional fans were already on when we arrived. (Thank you!) Clean bedding Curtains covered all windows. Outside patio furniture was comfy. Kayaks/fishing poles- free to renters. Fishing was good especially at night. We caught a few catfish and of course "the BIG one got away" The view is gorgeous especially the sunsets. Although I didn't personally meet Michelle I did text her a few questions and she responded quickly. Josh was friendly and helpful. Walking to the restrooms/shower house was no big deal. It's only about 4 boats down. But at night time I did use the toilet on the boat for #1 use ONLY with no issues. The shower house nice/clean There's 2 rooms with each a toilet, shower, bench, sink & mirror. Check in/out/parking was easy It's peacefully at night. CONS.... Outside boat & furniture covered in cobwebs. I just asked Josh for a broom to knock them down so we wouldn't be running into them. It's nature/outside so I understand they will be present. We definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time! It was so perfect for a couple--we used the blackstone grill and it cooked our steaks perfectly-all the utensils were there for that-we did need more utensils for the kitchen as there was only 1 fork--but for the value of the stay/space/ambiance was amazing! We could not figure out the outdoor speakers. The boat seemed to move alot vs. a reguar movement of the lake, and perhaps could have been tied closer? It did loud bang alot (side to side) which woke us up a bit; but all over it was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026