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Lakefront Retreat in Port Clinton-Private Beach & Unique Caboose Stay!
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 122600 sq ft
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Port Clinton, OH
- Place, Port Clinton Public Swimming Beach6 min drive
- Place, Jet Express6 min drive
- Place, Fisherman's Wharf6 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds
Caboose
+1
4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Loft
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Caboose
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lakefront Retreat in Port Clinton-Private Beach & Unique Caboose Stay!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Our house is perfect for children
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Port Clinton
Located in Port Clinton, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Liberty Aviation Museum and Merry-Go-Round Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Island Adventures Family Fun Center and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Margaretta Stadium or Sandusky Speedway. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Port Clinton, OH
What's nearby
- Port Clinton Public Swimming Beach - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
- Lakeview Park - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
- Jet Express - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Fisherman's Wharf - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Port Clinton Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Jolly Roger's Seafood House - 8 min drive
- Scooters Dairy Bar - 7 min drive
- The Brick House - 7 min drive
- Wendy's - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
Aug 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Lukas F.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Lukas F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carolynne F.
Aug 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carolynne F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristen S.
Jun 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Theresa W.
May 11, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Sandusky Bay
Theresa W.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James L.
Jul 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family
James L.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pete E.
Jul 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and bay view
Pete E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
Dec 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation spot
Amy M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aug 2, 2013
Bay House Summer Vacation
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aug 1, 2010
Family Vacation - Very Good
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie B.
Jun 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible!
Katie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Staci V.
Jul 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet get away
Staci V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H.
Aug 18, 2016
Wonderful Lake House- Perfect for a Family Vacation
Sarah H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Kristin G.
Aug 28, 2015
The Bay House - Perfect in every way.
Kristin G.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ted B.
Aug 24, 2015
Great vacation at Bay House!
Ted B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
DEBBIE T.
Aug 26, 2013
Better than depicted!
DEBBIE T.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Karen B.
Aug 4, 2016
GREAT Family Trip
Karen B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
DOUGLAS B.
Aug 19, 2014
Excellent accommodations for our 8 adults
DOUGLAS B.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aug 29, 2011
Sandusky Bay - Port Clinton Vacation
Verified
6/10 Okay
Bruce E.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Disappointing
Bruce E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Julie L.
Jul 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vaca on the Bay
Julie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Pam S.
Jul 16, 2018
Great Vacation
Pam S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Donna H.
Jul 27, 2014
Wonderful Family Vacation!
Donna H.
Verified
8/10 Good
Mindy F.
Jul 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with a caboose
Mindy F.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Archival
8/10 Good
Lorraine S.
Aug 11, 2017
Absolutely wonderful week!
Lorraine S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
About the host
Hosted by Michael Rath
We are a middle-aged married couple with four children (two girls/two boys). Our children are married and we have eight grandchildren.
Why they chose this property
We bought this house house to stay engaged with our children and so we can vacation together. We all live in the greater Cleveland area but as they got older it was harder to get together. This house works out perfectly. We let everyone know when we will be there and everyone comes up when they can.
What makes this property unique
We think you will love every minute. From sunrise over Sandusky Bay until you see the moon reflecting off the water. The views are breathtaking. We think you will also love the beach, as we have one of the few private beaches in the whole area. Ours is just steps away from the patio! Many of our guests really love just sitting quietly and enjoying the beach and the views. The real caboose gives our house something unique and adds great personality while serving as a comfortable spot for up to four people. This is a natural setting for bird watching. Eagles, Ducks Egrets are seen every day.
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