Vacation Rentals by Owner

Summer campers at Rock of Ages in the winter

Guest: Terri S.
Date of Stay: 02/17/12 Review Submitted: 03/06/12

We are all friends who camp together all summer. On February 17 we arrived at "Rock of Ages" for ag fun week end together. By the middle of winter we are anxious for camping season to begin but in North East Ohio it is too early so we enjoy getting together in the winter months and this seems to make the time go faster until it is once again spring and time to see everyone at our permantent camp sites. Rock of Ages was more than we could have hoped for. The view is breathtaking. There was more kitchen amenities than we could lhave imagined and everything was included from paper product to cleaning products to dishwasher and laundry soap and fabric softener. If you needed it, it was there. The bedrooms, bathrooms, laundry facilities were all more than we could have asked for. The cleanliness was as how I would expect it at the best resorts. The quilts on the beds are gourgeous, as is everything. We can't say enough wounderful things about "The Rock" We have already made our reservations for next year. Except next year we are staying for three night (which isn't enough). The quaint shops in downtown Marble Head are so unique and the owners so friendly. I am sure this is a destination we will be back to year after year . Sitting in the large leather chairs in front of the large windows while being warmed by the beautiful gas log fireplace is one of the most relaxing times I have had in a very long time. I would recommend this home to everyone, and I thank Marla for sharing it with us. We are ALL looking forward to next February. Thanks Marla, Terri

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Great Family Reunion Spot

Guest: "Family cruise director" (Orlando, FL)
Date of Stay: 08/15/11 Review Submitted: 08/30/11

This is a great family reunion house! Four generations of our family (age 3+ to 84) traveled from many different states to stay together at the Rock of Ages house. Every morning, we watched the sunrise on Lake Erie. Our days were spent in the town of Marblehead, at Cedar Point, Put-in-Bay, and at the beach on Lake Erie. They were all great. Some family members explored the wineries around the area. Who knew Ohio made such great wine! Our evenings were spent cooking together, sharing stories, playing cards, and laughing. Just the kind of family fun we love! The house fit our needs perfectly. The kitchen was all we expected and more. We had plenty of space to spread out. There were plenty of bathrooms and bedrooms, but I wished the bedrooms had dressers or closets to put clothes away. Living for a week out of a suitcase was the only down side.

Owner response:Sigh! I wish Rock of Ages' bedrooms had closets too! But,when The Rock was built over 150 years ago---closets were not generally put into bedrooms. Eight out of the 13 bedrooms have dressers though and all of the bedrooms have clothes trees for hanging up clothes. Rock of Ages is not a hotel, inn or bed and breakfast---but an historic family home--you will feel a little more like you are staying in your Grandma or aunt's vacation home, than a hotel.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Many Happy Returns!

Guest: nan (Springdale, Pa)
Date of Stay: 05/12/11 Review Submitted: 05/18/11

If you're looking for a wonderful place to stay in this area of Ohio, look no more, you've found it! Myself and a group of lady friends started staying here for our once a year get -a- way weekend. We were so amazed when we arrived the first time that we unanimously agreed to return the next year without reserve. The house is so large and spacious and has EVERY possible thing you might need to make your stay a pleasure. Other than food and your clothing you need NOTHING! The furnishings and especially the beds and linens are of such high quality you'll feel like you're in the finest hotel in Europe. Each room has its own special charm. The fact that it was built years ago and still holds the splendor of a grand estate not only is a testament to how well it was constructed but also the great care and upkeep the owners have done and still do to keep it that way. Since 2005 we have been returning yearly and have NEVER been disappointed. It seems like each year gets better and now feels like a visit to an old friend. I'm happy to say, we have just returned from our recent stay in May and once again have booked for 2012!! Everyone should experience this place just once in their life! You will be very happy you did!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Winter Weekend

Guest: Anna (North Olmsted, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 01/14/11 Review Submitted: 03/03/11

Our group consisted of eight couples who simply wanted a weekend away after the holidays. When we walked in and saw the fireplace already glowing, we knew we had found our retreat. The Rock is perfect. The main floor, including the kitchen, is large and spacious yet warm and cozy. The fantastic views of the frozen lake are amazing. We had a dinner party catered by Avery's, a local restaurant, and enjoyed a delightful Saturday evening. The bedrooms and baths are quaint, comfortable and clean. The men especially enjoyed the lower level pool table, ping pong table and TV. Everything is provided; guests need only bring clothes and personal items. The kitchen has at least one of anything you can think of; all you need to bring is food and drink. Before we left, the vote was unanimous-we're coming back next year. We have already booked The Rock for our 2012 winter weekend!

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway.

Weekend of fun, laughter, prayer and much talk and reuniting!

Guest: deb (belleville)
Date of Stay: 11/05/10 Review Submitted: 11/07/10

This place was amazing in so many ways. We had so many beautifully decorated bedrooms to choose from. The large tables to eat together was so nice. We played games in front of the fire place. We worshiped and sang hymns out on the tables by the water. The kitchen was amazing. My dream kitchen! The caterer you recommended was killer good! The 16 ladies from church were in love with the place and hope to return.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, girls getaway.

Guest: Girls Weekend
Date of Stay: 04/16/10 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

Marla---Another perfect weekend at our 2nd home! We are already planning next year. We appreciate being with a fabulous group of women, new friends, old friends, great conversations and peace/solitude. We came to relax, catch up, get away from kids and sleep in!!

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Guest: Youth group retreat MI
Date of Stay: 04/09/10 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

THANK YOU! This house and the lake are beautiful!

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Guest: Sibs weekend
Date of Stay: 03/05/10 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

Great kitchen! Fabulous house, inspiring views! We enjoyed watching the ice on Lake Erie, totally new configurations each morning----

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Youth Group from MI

Guest: D. Youth group MI
Date of Stay: 02/26/10 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

We came to Rock of Ages to learn more about God, have fun, play games and have good times! thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us!

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Guest: D. family reunion
Date of Stay: 02/14/10 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

The house is looking fabulous! Every year we have to take a new tour to checkout the improvements!

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50th Bday celebration

Guest: K. ---OH
Date of Stay: 01/29/10 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

Our 3rd visit here---but our first time w/ "Adults Only." We so love your awesome home, ample kitchen and beautiful bedrooms. We celebrated fully! The view completes it all---frozen lake and full moon.

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Guest: K.'s Surprise 50th Bday celebration
Date of Stay: 01/29/10 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

Our 3rd visit here----but our first time w/ "adults only." We so love your awesome home, ample kitchen and beautiful bedrooms. We celebrated fully! The view completes it all----frozen lake and full moon!

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Guest: Four brothers, Mother and families
Date of Stay: 12/26/09 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

Our stay at Rock of Ages was memorable and we hope to be back soon! We appreciated the basement, being able to all comfortably gather, the views of the lake, the multiple great hiding places for hide and seek! And the well stocked kitchen!!

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Celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas together

Guest: CA, CT, IL, NJ
Date of Stay: 11/19/09 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

Marla, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home with us. We have such an awesome time together while we are here. The accomodations are always perfect and it begining to feel like our second home. This is our 4th year here!

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Guest: Thanksgiving/Christmas celebration CA,CT, IL, NJ
Date of Stay: 11/19/09 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

Marla, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home with us. We have such an awesome time together while we are here. The accomodations are always perfect and it is begining to feel like our second home! This is our 4th year here----Enjoy your grandbaby!

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Ladies Retreat

Guest: WI, MI and OH
Date of Stay: 10/23/09 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

We came to Rock of Ages to catch up, relax, worship God together and EAT! We appreciated the beds (so comfortable!) The chairs facing the lake were a favorite---

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Mommies weekend

Guest: IL, WI, FL, MO, NY, TX, NC, OH, NH, CA, IA, OR,MI
Date of Stay: 09/24/09 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

Thank you for making our stay enjoyable and comfortable! We appreciated being all together in one room, the kitchen, plenty of bathrooms, the view and plenty of room around the kitchen to eat and gather. We are coming back.

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Guest: Annual Mommie's Weekend
Date of Stay: 09/24/09 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

We traveled from IL, WI, FL, MO, NY, TX, NC, OH NH,CA, IA, OR MI, WA, VA, KY We appreciated the kitchen, plenty of bathrooms, the view, plenty of room around the kitchen to eat and gather. Thank you for making our stay enjoyable and comfortable!

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50th Anniversary

Guest: D. & S. MI, and Ireland
Date of Stay: 09/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

Marblehead is a great piece of history that you are sharing with everyone who stays here. You have done a great job of decorating and making everything user friendly.

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Guest: T. Family 50th anniversary celebration
Date of Stay: 09/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

Marblehead is a great piece of history that you are sharing with everyone who stays here. You have done a great job of decorating and making everything user-friendly. Thank you!

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Guest: P. FAmily Reunion CA,TX,OH, IL
Date of Stay: 08/10/09 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

Dear Marla, We had a great time at your "Stone House". It's a first class facility and I can tell you have put a great deal of effort into the accomodations----loved the flowers! We appreciated so much space and a superb kitchen to cook in (each family takes one night to cook for all).

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C. Family Reunion

Guest: C. OH, FL IN, KY
Date of Stay: 08/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

By far the best equipped kitchen we have encountered in 20 years of family reunions. We appreciated the wonderful view and breezes, lots of space for all 20 of us and with joining the tables we could all sit at the same table.

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Guest: C. Family reunion--OH,FL,IN, KY,
Date of Stay: 08/03/09 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

By far the best equipped kitchen we have encountred in 20 years of family reunions!

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M. Family Reunion

Guest: M. OH, MI, NH, TX, CA
Date of Stay: 07/06/09 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

The house is amazing! Thank you for letting us stay. The rooms are beautiful and it allowed everyone their own "space." Everyone was mightly impressed with allof the amenities. It has been declared a perfect week! Even the weather cooperated! We appreciated all of the things that come with the house---plates, linens, towels etc. It made the trip with 27 other people much easier.

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Guest: M. Family reunion -from OH, MI,NH,TX, CA
Date of Stay: 07/06/09 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

The house is amazing! Thank you for letting us stay. The rooms are beautiful and it allowed everyone their own "space". Everyone was mightly impressed with all of the amenities. It has been declared a perfect week. Even the weather cooperated! We appreciated all of the things that came with the house--plates, linens, towels----it made the trip with 27 other people much easier.

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S. Family Reunion

Guest: from TN, IN, MI, OH, WV, FL
Date of Stay: 06/15/09 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay! It was lovely to have our whole family together. This was the perfect place to celebrate our grandma's 80th Bday and our grandparents 60th anniversary!

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Guest: S. Family Celebration TN,OH,MI,WV,FL
Date of Stay: 06/15/09 Review Submitted: 05/09/10

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay! It was lovely to have our whole family together! This was a perfect place to celebrate our grandma's 80th birthday :)

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Life at it's best !

Guest: sally (westlake, ohio)
Date of Stay: 05/08/09 Review Submitted: 07/05/10

AMAZING, AWESOME, OUTSTANDING, SPECTACULAR! The Rock was unparrelled to any place we've ever stayed. Twenty-five special education teachers enjoyed lounging in the hot tub, sitting by the lake in the adorondeck chairs, playing the grand piano, playing pool and eating fabulous meals. Everything about the Rock was first class, from the wine glasses to the bedding. The decorating of all the bedrooms was really special. I have just finished booking the Rock for a comeback. Everyone loved it so much they begged me to go back. I don't see how anyone would be disappointed.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

weekend getaway with old friends

Guest: plumbers (hinckley, oh)
Date of Stay: 10/03/08 Review Submitted: 10/08/08

"The Rock" was better than expected. Spotlessly clean, very roomy, gorgeous view of Lake Erie, extremely comfortable beds, and the owner is very easy to work with. Being age 50, my only warning would be for those with bad knees as there are stairs to all bedrooms except 1. Otherwise, the stairs helped to work off all the food we cooked in the beautiful gourmet kitchen!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

A great weekend retreat place!

Guest: Katrina Y. (Stow, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 09/26/08 Review Submitted: 10/07/08

We had a weekend church leader's retreat at the Rock of Ages and it was the perfect place for a group of 32 people ranging from age 15 to 51. The bedrooms were nicely decorated and the the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was great to cook in and had everything you would need to cook for 32 people. We really enjoyed our time and would recommend Rock of Ages to anyone looking for a weekend retreat!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children.

P. Family Reunion

Guest: D. ---CA, TX, OH, IL
Date of Stay: 08/10/08 Review Submitted: 05/12/10

Dear Marla, We had a great time at your "Stone House." It's a first class facility and I can tell you have put a great deal of effort into the accomodations---loved the flowers! D.

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Superb vacation for a group

Guest: Roz D. (Ann Arbor, MI)
Date of Stay: 07/18/08 Review Submitted: 03/31/09

Rock of Ages is a beautiful home. It's been meticulously updated and decorated with many beautiful touches. I think there are king-sized beds in every room, and each is a little different with a combination of traditional décor and modern conveniences. The house has plenty of places to gather or get off alone if you prefer. I especially love the view of the lake from the comfortable chairs by the gallery windows. The kitchen has two of everything - sinks, dishwashers, refrigerators - and an ice-maker that will never run dry. Everywhere I turned, there was something else nice to find. I can't think of a more ideal place for a gathering of friends or family.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.

Guest: Peter Zuccarelli (Dallas Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/25/08 Review Submitted: 06/25/08

WE rented the Rock of Ages on June 9 2008 to the 15th. The house is great and we had a great time. We had a family reunion with a group of about 25 and this house is perfect for this kind of event. The house was very clean and we had everything we needed including a good week of weather.

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Wonderful place!

Guest: Judy E. (Ravenna, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 11/01/07 Review Submitted: 12/18/07

I have stayed at Rock of Ages three times with a group of 10 women! It is a wonder place to stay. Large enough for the whole group, yet cozy corners to get away from it all. The kitchen is large and great to work in. The view of the lake from almost all the windows is an added bonus! If the weather is nice, you can walk right up town to all the shops and places to eat. I can not say enough good things about this place!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Judy E. (Ravenna, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 03/05/07 Review Submitted: 03/05/07

This was our second trip to Rock of Ages. We love the place. We are a women's group of 10 who go away for a long weekend twice a year and all of us love "The Rock". It has room for all of us with privacy when needed. We love the kitchen, the view, and all the bathrooms!!! We will be back!

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Guest: Becky Woodcock (Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 02/21/07 Review Submitted: 02/20/07

Our family had a wonderful family reunion in your beautiful house. This home has absolutely every thing you could need. The house is spotless. All the bedrooms are comfortable and charming with wonderful linnens and bath towels. Our family comes from South Bend, Chicago, Columbus,Oh and Cuyahoga Falls your home is a great destination in the middle. We will definetly be back. Thanks so much! The Hanichak Family

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 12/10/06 Review Submitted: 12/10/06

The Vetter Family came to the Rock to celebrate our mother's 80th birthday in Dec 2007. We came from all over the country (Ohio to California). We all had a wonderful time in a beautiful old home with a beautiful view. The house is amazing. Very clean. Everything we could ask for was here.If you have a large family or group, I recommend this place highly for a relaxing time. All the rooms were comfortable and clean. Plenty of clean bathrooms also. The beds are comfortable and slept well.

Owner response:The Vetter Family stayed at Rock of Ages in Dec. '06 :)

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