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Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight

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Miscellaneous
Marina
Room
Lobby
Coffee and/or coffee maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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Port Clinton, OH
  • Place, Jet Express
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Catawba Island State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight

Afterrnoon Delight 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 two comfy chairs and side table. The upper deck has two lounge chairs to enjoy the sunshine or evening sunset.

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 an 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 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)

There is a brand new heating and air conditioner unit that was added in 2023.

Kayaks and fishing poles are available and complimentary to our overnight guests. Life vests are also available.
Check out our website for more details!
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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 prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children under 12 should wear life vests on dock
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please contact us prior to booking for an event.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Be mindful of neighbors and dispose properly

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Please contact us prior to booking for an event.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Port Clinton

Located in Port Clinton, this houseboat is in the city center and on the beach. The Keeper’s House and South Bass Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and East Harbor State Park. Island Adventures Family Fun Center and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Port Clinton, OH

What's nearby

  • Jet Express - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Catawba Island State Park - 15 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 21 min drive - 38.7 km
  • Cedar Point - 29 min drive - 40.9 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 23 min drive
  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Roger's Seafood House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Brick House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Scooters Dairy Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight on May 3, 2026 start from $217, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wake up ON the lake aboard Afternoon Delight located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The houseboat was wonderful!! We are going again next weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Houseboat get away

We had the most relaxing time on the houseboat. Lots to do in the area, owners were the best! It’s like camping on the water. We truly enjoyed the time there and would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew F.

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

Weekend fishing trip

Better than most hotels in area !! Small inconvenience with bath rooms and bath house , great weekend !!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Dream Boat of a Stay

Why stay in a hotel when you can chill on the water and enjoy sunrise, sunsets and relaxation like what you’ll find here. Quiet, peaceful, serene, and an out of the box fun experience. Community washrooms, very secure, safe and clean, but dont forget to take a towel! Would and hope to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had an amazing weekend! Everyone was so friendly. Had live music and a cookout for the guests Saturday evening. It was a great experience with great people. We will definitely be going back. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Beautiful Getaway

Far more enjoyable than any hotel - you get a personalized sunset view from the upper decks of the houseboat. It's like camping, but even better without the camp-bugs. The bathrooms are at the end of the dock, but are spacious and clean. We came on a holiday weekend, so had special treats of fireworks visible to the west, a festival downtown, delicious food everywhere - and even dock parties with live music one night and a DJ another. Very relaxing atmosphere and we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimy A.

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

Excellent hospitality

We had a wonderful experience! It was my birthday weekend and the property management made it a great one! Friday night they grilled out for all of us and they even got me a birthday cake. It was so sweet. They had karaoke and music on the dock as well. Saturday night they fried walleye fish! We really enjoyed watching the sunset on top of the house boat. It was nice being so close to the beach. I give it a 10 out of 10!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I’ll be honest I wasn’t sure what I’d be getting myself into because I’ve never done anything like this before but, it was my birthday and I wanted something different. This exceeded my expectations and it’s hands down one of the coolest things that I’ve ever done. The property and bathroom facilities were clean and well maintained. Communication was great with the owners/host. They really are passionate about bringing their love of the outdoors to others and I could tell that they were genuinely for me to have my little adventure. I wouldn’t hesitate to do it again. Oh, and I forgot to mention the sunsets and sunrises are AMAZING!! The pictures definitely don’t do it justice. I mean I honestly don’t have a negative thing to say about the property, owners, or experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chay C.

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

Fun experience, something different!

We really enjoyed our stay for the weekend. It was a unique experience for sure. One thing we were not prepared for was how windy it got at night time. You could definitely feel the boat moving which unless you're a heavy sleeper will keep you up at nighttime. The bed was really comfortable, and everything was as is in the photos. It was so nice of the renters to leave snacks and coffee as well. For 2 people the property was perfect especially if you like the outdoors and camping. It felt like camping on the water. The shower house was just a short drive-you could definitely walk but we were staying in October and it's a little chilly. Overall we really enjoyed staying! Definitely would have preferred a warmer month so you can enjoy the top level in the sunshine. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Josh

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Josh and Michelle are a couple with 6 children between them. They have a love of the water and spend their free time fishing, boating and enjoying all aspects of water sports. The water is our happy place and we love spending time with our family and friends.

Why they chose this property

We love boats and we love Port Clinton! We are excited to share our love or BOTH with you.

What makes this property unique

Not everyone has a boat but to experience staying on one is pure enjoyment. Waking up ON the water and falling asleep to the sounds and movement is relaxing.

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