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Cheerful House on Lake Erie

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Beach
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4889 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Toledo, OH
  • Place, Carland Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lost Peninsula Marina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Nugent Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cheerful House on Lake Erie

Newly remodeled home on Lake Erie, contempory interior right on Lake Erie. Relax in comfort with this smart house that just had a complete interior make over. Walk up the steps to see beautiful Lake Erie, have a fire, relax and unwind. Enjoy the fresh air off the lake, take a walk to one of the local restaurants. Tankless water heater for hot water for all guests, heat and AC to keep you comfortable. Use Alexa to turn on and off lights, fans, TV or change the music.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Walkable Location - Direct Lake Access - Laptop-Friendly Workspace

***This is a lake house. It is beautiful being on the water, but it also brings different bugs and spiders. We do spray for them, but unfortunately life on the lake is a bit different.***

House: 900 sq ft

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed

Bedroom 2: Queen Bed

KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, drip coffee maker

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, laptop-friendly workspace, electric fireplace, ceiling fans

GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels

FAQ: Quiet hours (11 PM - 7 AM), not suitable for children (small cliff, no fence), steps required, Ring security system

PARKING: Street parking (3-4 vehicles)

ATTRACTIONS: Imagination Station (5.6 miles), Toledo Museum of Art (7.2 miles), Hollywood Casino Toledo (8.8 miles), Toledo Zoo (9.3 miles), Toledo Zoo Aquarium (9.7 miles), Toledo Botanical Garden (13.7 miles)

PARKS: International Park (5.9 miles), Promenade Park (6.4 miles), Swan Creek Preserve MetroPark (12.5 miles), Wildwood Preserve MetroPark (12.8 miles), Maumee Bay State Park (13.5 miles)

HISTORICAL SITES: Fort Miamis (13.4 miles), Fort Meigs (19.5 miles), The Fallen Timbers Battlefield (20.5 miles)

DAY TRIPS: Ann Arbor (51.8 miles), Detroit (53.0 miles), Cleveland (117.2 miles), Columbus (137.5 miles)

AIRPORTS: Toledo Express Airport (24.2 miles), Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (39.1 miles)


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-- POLICIES and BASIC RULES--


-This house sleeps 4 adults. Owner must approve any additional guests and fees will apply. Undisclosed guests may result in removal from property.

- No smoking

- No pets allowed. Evidence of pets at the property will result in a $500 fine

- No events, parties or large gatherings

- Must be at least 25 years old to book

- Additional fees and taxes may apply

- Stairs are required to enter this property and may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility

- Your safety matters. There is a Ring doorbell security system

- Quiet hours are from 11:00 PM - 7:00AM

- Commonly asked questions -

Is the property located directly on the water?

Yes, the house is directly on the water, no other property separates you from Lake Erie. There is a hill that was built 30 years ago to prevent the peninsula from flooding, so you must walk up a hill located 40 foot out the back door to see the water.

Can you swim, is there a beach?

While I don't recommend swimming, you can. It is very rocky beach out back. Some people have brought kayaks to launch and have had no issues.

Is there room to park my boat? Can I fish?

You can fish out back, pick your lucky spot on the rocks and cast a line! There is room for boat parking, I will just need a heads up. The local launch is about 2 miles away, and you are split pretty even between Catawba and Detroit for fishing!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property # 2754347vb

About the area

Toledo

Located in Toledo, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lost Peninsula Marina and Bay View Retirees Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Erie State Game Area and Irwin Prairie State Nature Preserve. Friendship Park and Harry Kessler Park are also worth visiting.
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Toledo, OH

What's nearby

  • Carland Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lost Peninsula Marina - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Erie State Game Area - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Nugent Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Friendship Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Toledo Station - 16 min drive
  • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Webber's Waterfront Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cheerful House on Lake Erie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cheerful House on Lake Erie?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cheerful House on Lake Erie?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cheerful House on Lake Erie?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cheerful House on Lake Erie located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Lake Erie and Carland Beach. Lost Peninsula Marina and Erie State Game Area are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, modern, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and much much better then staying in a hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christina M D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was nice and newly refinished. The only thing was the water was hard to get to from the yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and quaint. It was absolutely what I was looking for and lived up to my hopes and then some.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

baldwinandrea22

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little lake house perfect for a quick getaway with great scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

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

Girls trip

Very nice love it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Cute cabin

The house was perfect for our stay. Everything was great for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and well stocked with utensils, coffee, etc. We walked through the neighborhood admiring everyones beautiful flowers and along the lake. Check in was easy. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

BILLIE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was updated, plenty of extras and was very clean. The description was misleading. I was thinking it was a short walk to the beach. You had to climb a long set of steps. Then a hill and down a bank. To get a good view of the lake you had to go into the neighbors yard. She has dogs so we ended up stepping in their waste. We wasn't told that even though we were charged 80 for room cleaning. We still needed to wash our own towels and sheets before we left. The owner did communicate well with us throughout our visit. It had easy parking and was in a very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine W.

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

Weekend getaway

Great place to hang out for rest and relaxation. Excellent communication with the host. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Awesome lake view

House was clean and cozy, and provided excellent views for back yard birdwatching. Also, being a short drive to several local nature preserves and many restaurants is a huge bonus. We will remember this spot!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Quick trip

Came for a symposium at the Toledo museum of art. Good location and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

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

Quiet relaxing getaway

We found the property very clean and comfortable. We would definitely recommend this location to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is as listed and met our family's needs. It was a very clean and well stocked home. Shower is amazing! Boys enjoyed fishing out back off the rocks. Communication was excellent. One bedroom tv didnt work, but we were there to enjoy the outside, so didn't impact us. If had to nit pick, the couches, beds, and pillows aren't the most comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

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

Nice and clean! Comfy bed!!

Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

jessie s.

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

Quiet, Nice, and Functional

Everything was nice and the area was quiet. This was very close to family we were visiting so great location for us. Only complaint we have is the couch was falling apart. Areas you would fall in and be sitting on a bar and others the sectional peices were coming apart.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Sweet little cottage….

We truly enjoyed our stay at this sweet little cottage. All Toledo sites were easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

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

Enjoyed

This is a very nice place. Will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

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

Great weekend getaway

Very cute little bungalow. Comfortable, clean, all new appliances and smart TVs. Fireplace is cozy and the beds are pretty comfortable. Communication with the owner is easy, and he volunteers a lot of helpful info.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Clean, well-appointed cabin

Spent a weekend here to visit sights in downtown Toledo, only 15 minutes away. This house is in great condition and updated with high end features, including TVs in every room (including the bathroom), and is attached to Alexa. Kitchen is beautiful. We were very comfortable and the owner was communicative throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha B.

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

Great place

Had a wonderful stay my kids absolutely loved it very nice and clean as well the lake is right behind you and the sunrise is beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

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

Great Stay on the Great Lake

Everything was clean and comfy. Great experience all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malene H.

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

Tranquil Holiday by the Lake

The house was tidy and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The host was responsive and easy to reach. It's a beautiful home we hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Our stay at Creerful House

Very impressed with this place. Wife loved the walk in shower. We have family 5 minutes away. Loved the smart home setup. We'll definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William c.

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

Relax on the Lake

Wonderful updated home. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Justin Balduf

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A local, mechanical engineer by trade. Boater, motorsports enthusiast who enjoys the water and lake living. I visit the downtown and restaurants frequently in the area so ask if you have questions about where to go!

Why they chose this property

I have had this property on other sites and the reviews were great, come see for yourself. Completely remodeled home, with space to move and a lake front view!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests