Location: Put-in-Bay, Ohio, USA (Put in Bay - South Bass Island on Lake Erie - Waterfront) View Map
Accommodations: House, 6 Bedrooms + Den, 5 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: House
This is the historic Pilot House built in 1923 by Henry Ford. It is part of a 600' ore freighter that was cut off and put on a cliff overlooking the west shore of Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island. The Ship is visible from the Jet Express, a high volume passenger ferry that takes you to the Island. This house is approximately 7000 sq ft. and has been a private residence since 1986. There are four levels containing five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a large sized bar, pool table and multiple sitting areas. This house has two kitchens, massive decks on all levels, an outdoor fire pit and a fenced in area for child safety. Lastly, the fourth floor of this house is the pilot house which has the original steering wheel. It is the ideal room for a morning coffee or evening cocktail. The pilot house has 180 degrees of lake views.
Put-in-Bay is an island in Lake Erie known for its vibrant night life as well as its many family amenities. The world's longest bar and world's longest swim-up bar are located here. It also has several wineries, a golf course, putt-putt, caves, beaches and bike trails. The major mode of transportation on the island is by golf cart.
Our ship house has recently been featured on MTV's "Extreme Cribs" program. I has also been featured on HGTV's "Extreme Homes", the Travel Channel's "Extreme Vacation Homes" and countless written publications including OHIO magazine and Lake Erie Living Magazine.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Central Air in first two floors
- Linens Provided : Includes towels and bed linens
- Washer : Free Washer and Dryer
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
- Off Street Parking
- Dryer
- Beds
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Double Bed
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed
- Entertainment
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- CD Player
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : One full kitchen on first floor, additional stainless galley on second floor.
- Refrigerator : I full size refrigerator and two small bar refrigerators.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Basic kitchen appliances and utensils
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : There are wrap around decks on 3 floors of the Ship.
- Lanai
- Balcony
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Lakefront : The Shiphouse rests 5 feet over waters edge on a 30 foot high cliff.
- Lake View : Stunning 180 degree lake view facing west for sunsets!!!
- Water View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- Property is the front 60' of an ore freighter built in 1923, has a gameroom, dining room and reading room
- Suitability
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Pet Friendly
- Activities
- Miniature Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Antiquing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Museums
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Sightseeing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Shopping
- Golf
- Tennis
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Jet Skiing
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$6000/Week (Sunday 4pm-Sunday 10am) Cash, check or credit card payment required $1,000 non-refundable deposit due in advance No nightly or weekend rates available
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose Put-in-BayPut-in-Bay on South Bass Island is a wonderful escape from the hustle and bustle of city living. Surrounded by water, this island is an ideal location for single people, couples or families. There is something to do for all ages!
The Unique Benefits at this HouseThis is one of the most unique vacation rentals in the country - originally built by the Ford family as a freighter now converted into a private residence overlooking Lake Erie on Put-in-Bay. The historical significance is amazing - built in 1923.
Property Photos
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- Magnificent Waterfront Property- extends over Lake Erie
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- One of two plush master suites - original black walnut paneled walls
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- Full kitchen and nautical bar - pool table in distance
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- The Pilot House - incredible sunsets overlooking the lake- Ship's wheel and all
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- Dining Room - Black walnut paneled walls and granite table
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- Other Master Bedroom on the port side - Great LAKE VIEWS - With deck
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- Bar located in the HUGE gameroom 1st floor
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- Taking the front of this freighter off in Cleveland Ohio
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- One of the many sitting areas - with Direct TV
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- Original Captain's office
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- One of the Bedrooms has buily in Bunk Beds - Kids favorite!
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- Bonus bedroom on second floor - no bath or closet
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #219370
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