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Big Creek Castle Retreat- 5 BR, 1acre next to the Metroparks-5 mi to Cle Airport

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Nestled along the river, this vacation home features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating up to 10 guests. The property includes 1 separate living room. Enjoy adventure activities like birdwatching and kayaking nearby. Outdoor areas consist of a balcony, patio, and deck. Sports enthusiasts can find golf nearby. The stay is pet-friendly. Nearby attractions include Memphis Kiddie Park and a local bowling center.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Endless exploration awaits
    Guests love the top-rated location, steps from iconic landmarks and sights.
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Parma, OH
  • Place, Big Creek Reservation
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Progressive Field
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cleveland, OH (CLE-Hopkins Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Lower level double w/ shower

1 Double Bed

Master w/en-suite bath (shower & tub)

1 King Bed

Mozart's Corner queen bed w/half bath

1 Queen Bed

Picasso's Retreat with view of park

1 Queen Bed

The tower w/ 2 queens (brass bed & canopy bed)

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st floor half bath near kitchen

Toilet

2nd floor hall bath w/tub & shower

Bathtub or shower

Giant tiled shower near Merlin's Cave

Toilet · Shower only

Jack n Jill half bath in between corner bedrm & Picasso's

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Big Creek Castle Retreat- 5 BR, 1acre next to the Metroparks-5 mi to Cle Airport

Fondly known by locals as "the Castle" this century old 5 bedroom 3 story brick manor with imported French Louis XV fireplaces on 3 floors- elegant French plaster, art nouveau wrought iron stair case, brand new designer tiled kitchen, tiled bathrooms with huge walk in showers and a claw foot soaking tub, positioned to allow light jn stained and leaded glass windows on 3 floors.

Sleeps 10. There is a base rate for the first 6 people and then 50/nite per extra person.

3/4 acre overlooking the Metroparks & Big Creek Parkway and a giant concrete firepit overlooking our "moat" - much privacy being bordered by woods, giant white sycamores and tall pines. Watch the deer sneak a visit at sunset. All the modern conveniences - double stainless fridge & double oven, all new fixtures & herringbone tile in the master bath. Lots of parking on site. 50 in and 42 in LCD flat screen smart TV's. Enjoy your breakfast in a leaded glass turret with 5 windows. Desks for workspaces & comfy chairs in most rooms. The third floor Tower with 400 sq ft boasts a queen solid brass bed and a mahogany canopy bed. Waterfall dressers with huge round mirrors & a seating area. Vintage Hurricane lamps (electric) are bedside. High cove ceilings with century old ornate decorative borders. Madeleines Suite has a leaded glass bay window seating area with tea cart an Inglenook seating area by the fireplace & a custom 8 ft inland wood desk/secretary. Picasso's Retreat with queen bed & a small twin sleeping/napping/ reading area & a desk overlooks the giant white Sycamore & the woods. Mozart's corner with tiled half bath also overlooks the park like setting. Merlin's Man Cave sports a Lake Erie Boating theme & is in the lower level with a huge new tile bath next door. Bonus: coffee/tea station, fridge and microwave in the laundry room next to Merlin's Cave- in case you don't want to wander upstairs to the kitchen. Note: You will need to use stairs to get to all bedrooms.

Enter the house through an imported mahogany imported carved wood room from England. You will fondly remember your stay here for many years as this is truly a unique home & location. Close to downtown Cleveland, the fairgrounds, the airport, 11 min to the Zoo, & 17 min to gorgeous Lake Erie. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Museum of Art, Cleveland Clinic, Football, the Flats, & Cedar Point and so much more. Memorable setting for Family gatherings, Small weddings & showers. There is a fee for any events even small ones on the property & you will be responsible for any extra refuse removal. We can provide just the right caterers for your special time. Extra fee for events and some events may need a city permit.
We always buy trip insurance and suggest that you do too because we have a no cancellation policy.

We also have a 5 bedroom 2 bath Victorian home in Lakewood which is listing 1214904. Nature alerts, we are nestled next to the Cleveland metro Parks Emerald necklace with beautiful trails & the big Creek Parkway. This comes with wildlife of all kinds, deer, raccoon, possums, hedgehogs, rodents, and insects and beautiful birds. We inspect the property regularly and request that no food be left out on counters and that all garbage gets bagged up and put in our outdoor receptacles to prevent an intrusion of wildlife inside the castle. Please inform us immediately if any signs of wildlife are found inside the home. Given the proximity and size of our property, we cannot guarantee that they will never be an unwelcome nature visitor but precautions can be taken to prevent this. We’ve been lucky so far. We will respond right away and take care of any situation Mother Nature provides. When mother, dear deposit their newborns in the yard, please do not touch them or move them. They are simply providing protection for them from coyotes.

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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
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No amplified music outside after10 p, 9p weekdays
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please start one load of towels. Do all dishes and take out the trash to the outside bins. Turn turn down the heat to 58 degrees and turn off all air conditioning units
Please sign our guest book
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There is an additional contract to sign listing all proposed overnight lodgers and spelling out important details about this unique century home.
Please don’t park cars on our lawn.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2596407vb
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: no amplified music outside after10 p, 9p weekdays
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Parma

Located in Parma, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Lake Erie, while Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Huntington Bank Field or Progressive Field. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Parma, OH

What's nearby

  • Big Creek Reservation - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cleveland Metroparks Zoo - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Progressive Field - 16 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Huntington Bank Field - 19 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - 19 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • West 65th-Lorain Station - 12 min drive
  • Cleveland Station - 18 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Creek Castle Retreat- 5 BR, 1acre next to the Metroparks-5 mi to Cle Airport pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Creek Castle Retreat- 5 BR, 1acre next to the Metroparks-5 mi to Cle Airport?

As of 27 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Creek Castle Retreat- 5 BR, 1acre next to the Metroparks-5 mi to Cle Airport on 5 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,431, 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 at Big Creek Castle Retreat- 5 BR, 1acre next to the Metroparks-5 mi to Cle Airport?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Creek Castle Retreat- 5 BR, 1acre next to the Metroparks-5 mi to Cle Airport?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Creek Castle Retreat- 5 BR, 1acre next to the Metroparks-5 mi to Cle Airport?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Big Creek Castle Retreat- 5 BR, 1acre next to the Metroparks-5 mi to Cle Airport located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of MetroHealth Parma Medical Center, Sweetie's GolfLand and University Hospital Parma OH. Memphis Kiddie Park is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Elaine

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As a nurse & performer with the harp I committed to providing my guests with lodging that is above and beyond just a place to stay. Myself and my team are delighted to make our homes ready for your time away. We sit in each chair and experience each room & ask ourselves what our guests might want. Meeting & greeting you and seeing your expressions of happiness in your home away from home is what drives us to excel. I know that my housekeepers, gardeners and other support staff take pride in our properties because they are special. Each is unique in their own way. An ocean view, at the edge of a park, wild-life, local art, flowers, comfy beds, usb ports for your devices, quality linens and real china to use. We bring you options for your type of retreat. 2022 is even bringing a butterfly sanctuary. Stay tuned on that. Do you want a personal caterer? chamber music? a baby sitter? dog-walker? Massage therapy? We know how to pull rabbits out of hats for our guests. Our LLC ends with the initials DBWJ = Doing Business With Joy. Are we going to hit every single mark every time? We hope so but remember this is a restored century home and sometimes in any home, things show up to be managed. We promise to do our very best to get a team member here to take care of any issue promptly. Just text us so we can respond quickly.

Why they chose this property

This property chose us. It's fondly known as the Castle because it was designed to look like one but be a home. The setting is amazing on 3/4 acre adjacent to the magnificent Emerald Necklace Parks. The Big Creek Parkway. One of our friends said it looks like Yellowstone in the back yard. A wild buck and his family visit daily. The giant trees especially the huge white sycamore in the back yard are wonderful to wake up to. This home/estate is close to everything but set most privately with neighbors only on one side. Downtown Cleveland and Cleveland Clinic is only 20 min away. The airport 4 and 1/2 miles away. The architectural in this home will astound you. From the 5 ornate fireplaces to the crown molding it's art deco/art nouveau classiness will win you over. This is a light filled castle at all times of day. The stained and leaded glass windows speak volumes. Yet the kitchen is new and all bathrooms and bath are new tile done in a rich way.

What makes this property unique

Memorable views from each room. A Victorian Soaking Tub, and huge tile showers.
Out door fire-pit by the river which we fondly call our castle moat. The park system is literally next door and the trails are kept clear even in winter for walking and hikes. You can rent a pavilion if you want but then you may never want to leave here. The french marble fireplace in the dining room is era Louis XV. The garage isn't used as a garage because it has a massive stone fireplace, perfect on a rainy day. We are planning a butterfly sanctuary this summer. Stay tuned and be a part of the garden renovations with English herbs and fabulous flowers. (Fires are only permitted in the outdoor fire pit. You can buy wood at any of the local grocery stores)

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