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K9 Welcome-Fairground/OSU-Parking

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Open Living and Dining areas.
Kitchen with small table and seating for 2.
Seating for 6.
Bedroom
Parking for 2 cars out back behind the 6ft fence.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Columbus, OH
  • Ohio State University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Nationwide Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

K9 Welcome-Fairground/OSU-Parking

Our 'Urban II' duplex is a five-minute walk to Condado, BrewDog, and many other popular Short North spots!

The other side of this duplex is also available (Urban I).

Dogs are permitted for $35/dog/day. See allowable dog breeds below.

There are 2 parking spots available directly behind the duplex. Additional on-street parking is $5/day.

Pet and parking fees will be adjusted after the reservation is made.

More info below!

We are available to guests by email, phone, or text. We know our neighborhood very well (!) and care about our community- let us know when you need something or have questions!

Explore the Short North Arts District
The Short North Arts District is truly one of the Midwest’s hidden gems! Along High Street, you’ll find an incredible mix of boutique shops, art galleries, lively bars, and diverse restaurants—perfect for exploring day or night. The neighborhood also hosts fun events and festivals year-round, so there’s always something happening.

Inside the house, we’ve put together a local guide with our favorite bakeries, coffee shops, and restaurants to help you make the most of your stay.

Guest Access
You’ll have full access to your side of the duplex as well as the fenced backyard. Please note that the backyard and parking area are shared with the neighboring unit.

Check-in / Check-out
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM

Welcome to Your Home Away From Home

Step inside and you’ll be greeted by a bright, open living and dining area. The dining table and living room each seat up to 6 guests, and the living room features what we like to call the world’s comfiest leather couch. A smart TV (no cable) is ready for you to log in to your favorite streaming accounts.

Toward the back of the home, the fully stocked kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals, including cookware, utensils, and small appliances. We’ve also provided some staples—olive oil, salt, pepper—as well as a coffee maker with coffee, teas, creamer, and sugar to get your mornings started.

Upstairs, you’ll find three cozy bedrooms, each with a queen-sized bed, plus a full bathroom with a walk-in shower.

For your convenience, there’s a washer and dryer located in the unfinished basement (accessed through the kitchen/dining area).

Enjoy a cup of coffee on the front or back porch, or head into the shared fenced backyard, complete with a grill for outdoor cooking.

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements (Up to 6 Guests)
- 2nd Floor: 3 Bedrooms – 1 Queen Bed in Each
- 2nd Floor: 1 Full Bathroom – Walk-in Shower

🏡 Amenities
- Wi-Fi (5GHz)
- Smart TV (streaming, no cable)
- Fully Equipped Kitchen: Refrigerator, freezer, stove/oven, microwave, toaster, blender, pots/pans, utensils, plates, and more
- Starter Essentials: Olive oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, creamer, sugar
- Linens & Toiletries: Towels, washcloths, soap, shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer, iron/ironing board
- Family Friendly: Pack ’n Play and highchair (upon request—please let us know in advance)
- Laundry: Washer & dryer in basement

🚗 Outdoor & Parking
- Front & back porches
- Fenced backyard (shared with the other half of duplex) with grill
- 2 free off-street parking spots behind the duplex
- Additional on-street parking: $5/day

✨ This comfortable, well-equipped home is designed to make your stay stress-free, whether you’re visiting for a few days or a few weeks.

Explore Columbus
There’s so much to do nearby! High Street is buzzing with shops, galleries, bars, and restaurants, while N. 4th Street is quickly becoming another local hot spot. Getting around is a breeze with GPS—everything is just minutes away.

Local Tip: Columbus parking enforcement is strict—always double-check street signs before leaving your car downtown or in nearby neighborhoods.

📍 Nearby Attractions
- Columbus Convention Center – 1.3 mi
- OSU Stadium (The Horseshoe) – 2 mi
- Downtown Columbus – all areas within 3 mi
- Ohio Expo / Fairgrounds / Mapfre Stadium – 2.5 mi
- Schottenstein Center – 2.3 mi
- Easton Town Center (Mall) – 6.6 mi


House Rules – Please Read Before Booking

We want your stay to be enjoyable, comfortable, and worry-free! To help with that, here are a few important details to know when making your reservation:

📌 Booking & Security
- Please review and agree to these house rules at booking.
- A photo + valid driver’s license are required for verification.
- Local residents – unfortunately, we cannot host local guests at this time.

👥 Guest Policy
- Base rate covers up to 3 guests.
- Extra guests (4th person and up): Small nightly fee per guest (calculated in your booking).
- Only registered, paying overnight guests are allowed on the property.
- Please make sure your guest count is correct before arrival. Adjustments/refunds are at host’s discretion.

🐾 Pets Welcome
- Dogs allowed with a $35 fee per dog per day (max $200/month per dog).
- Let us know if you’re bringing a pup so we can adjust the fee if needed.
- Sorry—restricted breeds & dogs with bite history cannot be accommodated (for insurance reasons).
- Please clean up after your pet. A $20 fee applies if waste is left behind.
- Any pet damage or stains may incur additional costs.

🔊 Quiet Hours
- This is a duplex – some sound may travel.
- Quiet hours are 9 PM – 9 AM.
- We’re available 24/7 if noise is an issue (and will reach out to you if needed).
- If you’re concerned about noise, please consider a standalone home.

🧴 Supplies & Essentials
- We provide starter supplies:
- Toilet paper, paper towels, dish pods, laundry pods (2 each)
- Shampoo, conditioner, body wash
- Coffee, creamer, and a few extras
- For longer stays, please plan to purchase extra as needed.

🚗 Parking
- You’ll have 2 reserved spots behind your side of the duplex.
- On-street parking available for $5/day. Please park only in your designated area.

🏠 Accessibility & Allergies
- The home is not handicap accessible (steps required, no bedrooms/bathrooms on main floor).
- While we clean thoroughly, we cannot guarantee the home is free from pet dander, scents, or allergens.

🎥 Safety & Security
- Exterior security cameras are located at the front and back of the home.
- No indoor cameras.

🛡️ Damage Waiver & Odors
- $69 non-refundable Damage Waiver is required.
- Covers up to $1,000 accidental damage.
- Negligence or intentional damage is not covered.
- Strong odors (including smoke) requiring ozone treatment = $500 fee.

✅ Thank you for reviewing these details! Following the house rules helps us keep our homes affordable, comfortable, and welcoming for every guest.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Must be approved prior to stay and subject to fees
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Pets

Pets allowed
$35 per dog w/ approval prior to stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$150 cleaning/smoke removal fee for smoke evidence

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Must be approved prior to stay and subject to fees
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number 20223399

About the area

Columbus

Located in Columbus, this holiday home is in the city centre. Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair. Check out an event or a game at Nationwide Arena, and consider making time for COSI, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Columbus, OH

What's nearby

  • Ohio State University - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Nationwide Arena - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ohio Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Standard Hall - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Saturn's Sports Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Modern Southern Table - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Rudos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪D.P. Dough - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is K9 Welcome-Fairground/OSU-Parking pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at K9 Welcome-Fairground/OSU-Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at K9 Welcome-Fairground/OSU-Parking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is K9 Welcome-Fairground/OSU-Parking located?

Located in University District, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ohio State Fairgrounds, Ohio State University and Greater Columbus Convention Center. Nationwide Arena and Ohio Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 89 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Olivia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place !
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay in this home. The only hiccup was that the code for the door wasn't working. But our host was quick to accommodate us and make sure everything was okay, which was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann S.

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

Clean and easy stay

We enjoyed our visit to Columbus - there was a lot of shopping and good food within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff T.

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

OSU vs Tenn

The Location was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

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

Family

Very nice place. True to listing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

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

Great location

Perfect for anything going on at the fairgrounds. Close and clean, beds were comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Cozy place

Was perfect for what we need nice cozy place to stay for the night
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel O.

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

Perfect Getaway

Perfect spot with many great places within walking distance!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jodi i.

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

Fun weekend family trip

Property was very clean and communication was great with property management. We would definitely recommend this property to anyone coming to Columbus area for a short weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Girls weekend

Three best friends from college who are now visiting their kids at college! We walked to OSU tailgates as well as local restaurants. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Would highly recommend the property!

Clean, nicely stocked with extras and perfect location close to OSU and downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

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

Beautiful home!

This is a beautiful home that was clean and welcoming. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samantha T.

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

Girls weekend

My friends and I loved staying here! Great location and perfect size for 3 people. Very clean and had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

GREAT STAY!

Stayed at the property for an event at OSU. The property was as expected based on the great reviews. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Summer M.

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

Stay for Horse Show

Great property located just 5 min. from the Ohio Fairgrounds where we were competing. Communication with host was excellent. Clean property. The ally to get into the back side of the property for parking was a little tight with a big truck, it's doable but be ready to back out if you meet a car.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Great for our little getaway!

The location was perfect for us and the house was incredibly well kept . Ingrid was quick with response and had great directions outlined within the home . We were very impressed and would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

VRBO DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS

We enjoyed our stay! The property was neat and clean. Great location! I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Cute place, easy access

Everything was as described, home was clean and kitchen well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

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

Great Property!

House was very clean on our arrival. Easy to access and adequate parking. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

Great location for OSU & Short North

Loved 1224! Most comfortable bed I ever slept in. Convenient to all, so clean & comfortable for all the guests
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M., Avon, OH

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

Great location

Perfect for visiting OSU. Check-in was very easy. The extra amenities were so nice....sugar, coffee, snacks, basic pantry staples. Close to many restaurants. Also convenient parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

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

Spartan and stylish

The interior of the property was perfect. Spartan yet stylish with many amenities within and nearby. Would definitely recommend this place. A convenient place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Exactly as described

The property was exactly as described and the communication with the host was outstanding. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Just what I needed

I was in town for a short time for business. The neighborhood was centrally located and very convenient. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Perfect for our weekend

I’m a Columbus local but had a friend in town and we wanted to be near the Short North - this worked perfectly for us. Clean, easy instructions, nice decor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Rowe Rentals

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Mike and Ingrid met in Japan and moved to Columbus in 2009 and have been loving it ever since! They are both experienced travelers & love renovating historic homes. It seemed natural to combine their hobbies of traveling and renovating- so they started hosting in 2015. Hello Rowe Rentals! Our team, Frances, Ingrid, and Mike, knows quite a bit about the Short North and are pleased to help you during your stay-please contact Rowe Rentals for any questions!

Why they chose this property

This historic fixer upper was in need of some major TLC. We love the way it turned out!

What makes this property unique

Please note the following about our apartments: Our homes range from 97 to 135 years old. If you are in search of a perfect, flawless place to stay, you may want to look for newer build. We love being hosts- providing a home to stay in and delivering a unique experience when visiting this city but please keep in mind this is not a 5 star hotel, it’s a home.

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