Wake up ON the lake aboard Island King

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Beach view

Check out the area

Port Clinton, OH

Jet Express18 min walk
Fisherman's Wharf2 min drive
Catawba Island State Park18 min drive
Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Dining Area

About this property

Island King is a houseboat with tons of charm! Wake up to the sounds of the water and go to bed watching an amazing sunset!

The outdoor space of this boat is great! The front deck has two comfy chairs to enjoy morning coffee or evening relaxation. The upper deck has a table and chair seating for 8. Perfect for an evening dinner and watching the sunset.

Inside you will find a king size Sleep Number bed, kitchen area with fridge/microwave and kcup coffee maker. The front living area has a couch that converts to a full size bed. While there is a bathroom on the boat, we ask this is used sparingly as the systems are sensitive. We have a a BRAND NEW bathhouse that was built at our dock. There are three full bathrooms with regular size showers, toilets and sinks. Just steps away from the boat. (2023)

There is a brand new heating and air conditioner unit that was added in 2023.

Kayaks and fishing poles are available and complimentary to our overnight guests. Life vests are also provided.

We have welcome a Island Getaway Boat rental to the docks this year (2023). Guests can now rent a pontoon boat or fishing boat for the day to take out on the water and enjoy the area.

Check out our website for more details!
Islandhouseboatgetaway.com

You will love being able to walk to the beach and having Downtown Port Clinton activities within minutes. Restaurants, bars, live music, festivals, farmers markets, art shows and more! If you have a boat/jet skis/kayak this is the paradise for you. Please let us know if you would like to bring it, we have dock spaces available. There is access to Lake Erie and the Portage River directly from the marina. The Sandusky Bay is only a few minutes’ drive, as well as Cedar Point. The Jet Express is a couple minutes down the road, and you can be to Put N Bay or Kelley’s Island quickly!

Reminder, this is a boat on the water, in a marina. There are other houseboats and personal boats in the marina. The boats do not move from the dock, but simply camping on the water!Depending on the weather, there can be movement. There can also be different kinds of wildlife and bugs. This is similar to camping, but on the water! Spiders, Flies, Mayflies, Nats, etc are all creatures of the water areas. We do spray and clean for these, but want to make you aware that you may see them. We do our best to keep you comfortable! Please let us know if there is anything we can do while you are with us.

Property manager

Josh and Michelle

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Beach view

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children under 12 should wear life vest on dock

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Please contact us prior to booking

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Be mindful of neighbors and dispose properly

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8

Note from host: Please contact us prior to booking

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Port Clinton

Located in Port Clinton, this houseboat is in the city centre and on the beach. The Keeper’s House and South Bass Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jet Express and Fisherman's Wharf. Travelling with kids? Consider African Safari Wildlife Park and Island Adventures Family Fun Center. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Port Clinton, OH

What's nearby

Jet Express - 18 min walk
Fisherman's Wharf - 2 min drive
Port Clinton Public Swimming Beach - 3 min drive
The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark - 10 min drive
Catawba Island State Park - 18 min drive

Getting around

Sandusky Station - 22 min drive
Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 9 min drive
Jolly Roger's Seafood House - 4 min drive
Lagoon Saloon - 11 min drive
Wendy's - 2 min drive
Cheese Haven - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wake up ON the lake aboard Island King pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wake up ON the lake aboard Island King?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wake up ON the lake aboard Island King?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wake up ON the lake aboard Island King located?

Located in Port Clinton, this beachfront houseboat is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Erie, Jet Express and Fisherman's Wharf. Port Clinton Public Swimming Beach and Sandusky Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.0

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dwight & Ann E.

12 September 2023

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

Jenifer

Clean and suppplied as advertised. Owner responded quickly to our queries

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxann K.

23 August 2023

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

Our visit

We enjoyed our visit and the hosts were very friendly and accommodating. The boathouse was exactly as described, no surprises, clean and comfortable. Sunrise and sunset views were beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Amy F.

16 August 2023

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

Camping on the water

This was a truly unique experience which is exactly what we were looking for. The marina is very quiet and totally has the boating/camping vibe with super friendly neighbors and the sharing of advice on fishing and offering up of leftover bait. We didn’t contact the owners much but the little communication we did have went well. There were super awesome things such as free water and k cups available. We should’ve asked but couldn’t figure out the pullout bed or the sleep number mattress (super comfy) remote. The only real complaint I have is the head (bathroom). We were warned that it was sensitive and for emergencies only, but this really is rough when you have to use the bathroom in the middle of the night. The bathroom boat was very clean and the water was hot and had good pressure, but the head in the houseboat was extremely smelly making it difficult to even open the door to use the mirror. We truly enjoyed the environment and atmosphere, but for “camping” it was possibly a little more expensive than I would’ve liked for having to leave the boat to go to the bathroom but we were warned. It probably isn’t that bad for anyone who doesn’t have kids that have to pee every 15 min 😊

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly B., Shelby ,Ohio USA

31 July 2023

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

Awesome host!

Help the boys Ana I out a lot ! Ty for your hospitality !!we will be back again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

16 July 2023

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

Live music and party time!!

The owners were very nice and helpful. This was our first visit to the area. The weather was not cooperative and we still enjoyed a unique experience in staying on the houseboat. Family owned and they stay on the property so it’s convenient. Live music and opportunity to party or set on one of the 2 decks and relax. Thanks for the hospitality!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Josh and Michelle

Josh and Michelle are a couple with 6 children between them. They have a love of the water and spend their free time fishing, boating and enjoying all aspects of water sports. The water is our happy place and we love spending time with our family and friends.

Why they chose this property

We love boats and we love Port Clinton! We are excited to share our love or BOTH with you.

What makes this property unique

Not everyone has a boat but to experience staying on one is pure enjoyment. Waking up ON the water and falling asleep to the sounds and movement is relaxing.