Welcome to Big Blue! 💙
Perfect for large groups and families, this spacious home offers 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and a large open basement (available for groups of 6+ guests).
You’ll love the prime location — just a 5-minute walk to the Short North Pint House, Jeni’s Ice Cream, and tons of other local favorites!
Additional Details:
🏠 A separate studio apartment is located above the detached garage.
🚗 Enjoy 3 free off-street parking spaces (additional parking may be available for a fee
We are available to guests by email, phone, or text. For urgent matters after 10PM, please call us. We know our neighborhood very well and care about our community- let us know when you need something or have questions!
The Short North Arts District is one of the Midwest’s best-kept secrets! Stroll along High Street to discover unique shops, art galleries, and an incredible variety of bars and restaurants. The neighborhood also hosts lively events throughout the year.
We’ve put together a detailed list of our favorite local bakeries, cafés, and restaurants in the house to help you explore like a local.
You will have access to the entire home, 1st floor of 2-car garage, and fenced backyard patio. The backyard and laundry inside of the garage is shared with the carriage house apartment.
The laundry in the garage and fenced-in patio are shared spaces and might occasionally be used by guests staying in the carriage house apartment. It’s a friendly setup that still gives everyone plenty of space to relax.
Welcome to Big Blue — Your Ideal Group Getaway! 💙
This spacious home is designed for comfort, connection, and fun — perfect for large groups, families, or friends traveling together.
🏡 Main Living Area
Step inside to an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living room — the perfect place for everyone to gather. There’s plenty of seating between the cozy couches, large dining table, and kitchen island stools.
Enjoy movie nights on the smart TV (bring your own streaming logins), or cook up a great meal in the fully stocked kitchen, complete with:
- Air Fryer, pots, pans, and all major appliances
- Cooking basics (olive oil, salt, pepper)
- Drip coffee maker with Folgers coffee, tea, creamer, and sugar
The first floor also includes:
- 1 bedroom with a queen bed
- 1 full bathroom with a walk-in shower
- 1 half bath off the foyer
🛏️ Second Floor
Upstairs, you’ll find 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms:
- Primary Bedroom – King bed, dual closets, ensuite bath with walk-in shower & soaking tub, plus a private balcony for two
- Bedroom 3 – Queen bed
- Bedroom 4 – Queen bed
- Bedroom 5 – Queen bed (cozy middle room)
- Hall bathroom with shower/tub combo
- Laundry closet with washer and dryer for guest use
🎮 Basement (Available for Groups of 6+ Guests)
- The finished basement offers extra sleeping space and entertainment:
- 1 private bedroom with a queen bed
- 2 additional queen beds in an open area
- Full bathroom with walk-in shower
- Game room with Pop-a-Shot basketball, ping pong, darts, and a retro game system — fun for all ages!
🌿 Outdoor Space
Relax on the fenced back patio, complete with a dining table, seating area, and charcoal grill — perfect for cookouts or evening hangouts. (shared area with carriage house apartment)
💤 Sleeping Summary (Sleeps up to 16 guests)
1st Floor:
- Bedroom 1 – Queen bed, full bath (walk-in shower)
2nd Floor:
- Bedroom 2 – King bed, ensuite bath (walk-in shower + soaking tub)
- Bedroom 3 – Queen bed
- Bedroom 4 – Queen bed
- Bedroom 5 – Queen bed
- Hall bath (shower/tub combo)
- Laundry closet
Basement (open for 6+ guests):
- Bedroom 6 – Queen bed
- 2 queen beds in open area
- Full bath (walk-in shower)
✨ Amenities
- Fast Wi-Fi (5GHz)
- Smart TV (no cable; streaming apps available)
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Linens, towels, soap, shampoo & conditioner provided
- Iron, ironing board, hair dryer
- Pack ’n Play & highchair (available upon request – please let us know before arrival)
🚗 Parking
- Free off-street parking for 3 vehicles (2 in garage + 1 on concrete pad in front)
- On-street parking available with city permit ($5/day per vehicle)
This thoughtfully designed home has everything you need for a memorable stay — space to relax, room to play, and an unbeatable location near the Short North’s best restaurants, shops, and nightlife!
🌆 Location Highlights
You’ll be close to everything! There’s plenty to do along High Street and the up-and-coming N. 4th Street—packed with great restaurants, shops, and local spots. Getting around is super easy with any GPS or rideshare.
💡 Local Tip: Columbus meter maids are quick—be sure to read street parking signs carefully downtown and in nearby neighborhoods!
Nearby Attractions:
🎨 Columbus Convention Center – 0.6 mi
🏈 Ohio State Stadium (The Shoe) – 1.8 mi
🏙 Downtown Columbus – within 2.2 mi
🎡 Ohio Expo Center / Fairgrounds / Mapfre Stadium – 2.2 mi
🎤 Schottenstein Center – 3.2 mi
🛍 Easton Town Center – 10 mi
🌟 Please Read Before Booking
We want you to have the best stay possible! To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, please take a moment to review and agree to our House Rules before confirming your reservation.
🪪 Guest & Security Requirements
- For security purposes, a photo and valid driver’s license are required during the booking process.
- Local residents are not eligible to book this property at this time.
👥 Guest Count & Fees
- The home sleeps up to 10+ guests.
- Rates are based on guest count — there is an additional nightly fee for each guest after the 6th.
- Please ensure your guest count is accurate before arrival. Refunds for guest fees are at the host’s discretion.
- Only registered, paying overnight guests are permitted on the property.
(This system allows us to offer affordable pricing for both small and large groups.)
🏡 Shared Spaces
- There is a carriage house apartment located above the garage that shares access to the backyard.
- The garage laundry area is also shared — you may see carriage house guests using it during your stay.
🔇 Quiet Hours & Noise Monitoring
- Quiet hours are from 9 PM to 9 AM to ensure a peaceful environment for everyone.
- A noise monitoring device is installed to measure sound levels only (no audio or video recordings).
- If noise becomes an issue, please reach out — and we’ll do the same if needed.
🧴 Amenities & Supplies
· We provide starter quantities of toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher pods, laundry pods.
· Toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, body wash
- Coffee, creamer, and basic condiments
· For longer stays, please purchase any additional supplies you may need.
♿ Accessibility & Allergy Notice
- Please note: this home is not handicap accessible and has steps at both entrances.
- While we do our best to maintain a clean environment, we cannot guarantee the space is 100% free from pet dander, smoke, or cleaning product scents that may affect guests with sensitivities.
🧾 Damage Waiver & Fees
- A $129 non-refundable Damage Waiver is required for all reservations.
- Covers up to $1,500 in accidental damage.
- Intentional or negligent damages are not covered and are the guest’s responsibility.
- If ozone treatment is required due to strong odors (e.g., smoke, food, or other scents), a $500 fee will apply.
- We truly appreciate your cooperation and care for our home. These guidelines help us maintain a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all guests — thank you for being part of that! 💙
📹 Security Features
- For your safety and protection of the home, there are exterior cameras located on the front and rear of the home. There are no interior cameras.