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The Railway Retreat - Downtown Sylvania

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A kitchen with white cabinetry, a large window, and two wicker bar stools.
A staircase with a black metal railing, white walls, and a window with shutters.
A hallway with a wooden cabinet, a painting of a street scene, and a door leading to another room.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a front door, and a window.
A living room with a dark leather sofa, two green armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Sylvania, OH
  • Place, Lourdes University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Toledo
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Toledo Zoo
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Sylvania

Sylvania is home to this holiday home. Wildwood Manor House and Blair Museum of Lithophanes are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinemark Franklin Park 16 and Maple Grove Golf Course. Check out an event or a game at Huntington Center, and consider making time for Toledo Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Sylvania, OH

What's nearby

  • Lourdes University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Toledo - 13 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Huntington Center - 20 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Hollywood Casino - 21 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Toledo Zoo - 21 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Toledo Station - 20 min drive
  • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sidelines V - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Packo's Sylvania - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Vi (Village Inn) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roosters - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Railway Retreat - Downtown Sylvania pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Railway Retreat - Downtown Sylvania?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Railway Retreat - Downtown Sylvania?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Railway Retreat - Downtown Sylvania?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Railway Retreat - Downtown Sylvania located?

Situated in Sylvania, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Lourdes University and within 3 miles (5 km) of ProMedica Flower Hospital and Wildwood Preserve Metropark. Olander Lake Beach and PaceSetter Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully restored and very well-equipped historic property, close to shopping and dining in downtown Sylvania. We would highly recommend; one of the best properties we have rented in the Toledo area. We loved the railroad decor!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect. The decor alone had myself and all my guests re-planning our own home choices, lol. Absolutely perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Nichole, thank you so much for the kind review, I did the design myself and really enjoyed that part of the process. Glad the stay was perfect, come on back anytime!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so nice and great and we felt very welcomed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2026
So glad to hear you enjoyed the house and felt welcome, we aim to have the best lodging experience in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is wonderful! Although it is updated with so many amenities, the original character and charm remain. The property was extremely clean and supplied very well. There were many towels and washcloths as well. The beds were quite comfortable and the linens were excellent. We loved relaxing in the home theater in the evenings. Josh is a fantastic host and you can tell the pride he has in this property. We would most definitely stay here again if in the area. Thank you, Josh!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very helpful with recommendations, TV adjustments, key code, and using the grill. Everything was as good or better than expected. Made several meals in the well equiped kitchen. We had lots of towels and other things we needed. I did a load of laundry and the equipment was easy to use. I would definitely stay here again, and give this my best recommendation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and newly remodeled. Very convenient to walk to the Main Street in Sylvania. There is a driveway for parking. I would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2026
Thank you so much, Jill for the wonderful review. I'm glad you enjoyed the stay, would love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was the perfect spot for our weekend to Sylvania for a wedding! My husband and I, along with our three adult children and one boyfriend, really enjoyed this as home base for our weekend activities. Great location, clean, charming, and quite comfortable for lounging before hitting the town. My only wish is that the weather had cooperated so we could have enjoyed the back patio area! Next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2026
Thanks for the wonderful review, Sheri. I'm so glad you enjoyed the house and the neighborhood, next time I'll see what I can do about the weather!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous home in a fantastic location. Great living space on each floor. Enormous primary bedroom. Loved the rail theme and all the updated fixtures and furniture. Walking distance to Main Street galleries, shops, bars, and restaurants. And Josh was great: frequent communication, made himself available (though we didn’t need him). Hope to stay here again when we are back visiting family.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2026
Mark, I greatly appreciate the detailed review and it was awesome having you as a guest. We would absolutely love to have you back in the future, thanks for staying at the Railway Retreat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our 3- night stay at this property. We were in town to visit family. Check in was very easy. Host provided all needed info and was very resposive. Property is extremely clean and just as it appears in photos. Setting is a quiet and peaceful .The kitchen is very well equipped and made meal prep and hosting family easy. The coffee lovers in my family appreciated the Nespresso machine and capsules provided. We enjoyed gathering around the table in the dining room and chatting on the porch. The beds were comfortable and linens high quality. This home has been beautifully restored with much attention to detail. We also loved the proximity to resturants and shops just 1 block away. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2026
Hi Kim, Thank you so much for your extremely detailed and lovely review! I'm so glad to hear about how you enjoyed the little details and where your gatherings took place. My goal is to continue to make the Railway Retreat the most unique stay in Sylvania, will look forward to having you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in a perfect location to walk into downtown Sylvania for a glass of wine or a bite to eat. And, the outdoor space was perfect for a nice, cool summer evening with a fire.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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