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The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 203000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Dayton, KY
- Place, Walker Park8 min walk
- Place, Home Style3 min drive
- Place, Great American Ball Park7 min drive
- Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)23 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 5
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
First floor sunroom
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+
Experience the big city thrills of Cincinnati from the Dayton, KY community when you stay at this 120-year-old renovated home! The house is "big as a whale", 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 2 living rooms, 2 sunrooms, 2 kitchens, a dining room, and a billiards room! Set 3 miles from downtown attractions and blocks from charming Bellevue, the home boasts a well-appointed interior and a backyard with a patio! The Creation Museum, Arc, Cincy Zoo, Newport Aquarium, Reds and Bengals games so close!
The Gray Whale is an amazing property. We chose this home because of its massive size and great proximity to downtown. The whole extended family or group of friends can fit comfortably and enjoy a great time together. The house has great space for gathering if you would like to all be together, or provides privacy with two living rooms and two kitchens on separate floors. You will be able to enjoy your time in a comfortable and stylish space. There are also ample amounts of fluffy towels, clean linens, and little extras that make this place feel like home. You may never want to leave! The home is 3 floors and has a backyard patio. Below you can see a breakdown of each space.
First Floor
-Bedroom 1: One king bed
-Bedroom 2: Two queen beds
-Living room: TV and seating
-Sunroom: twin day bed and twin trundle pull out
-Dining room: large table and extra bar height table
-Kitchen: everything you need to cook and serve meals
-Full Bath 1: large vanity, toilet, shower/tub combo
Second Floor:
-Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
-Bedroom 4: 2 queen beds with on suite bath with walk in shower.
-Living room: TV and seating
-Sunroom
-Billards room with pool table
-Kitchen: everything you need to cook and serve meals
-Full bath 2: vanity, toilet, shower/tub combo
-Full bath 3: vanity, toilet, large walk-in shower (on suite bath bedroom 4)
Third floor:
-Bedroom 5: 2 double beds
-Bedroom 6: 2 twin beds
-Common area: three futons and a full-length shuffleboard
Basement:
-Unfinished space
-Laundry with detergent provided
Outdoor space:
-Concrete patio with ample seating
-Grill with propane provided
-Propane fire pit
-Fenced in yard
-Driveway for up to 3 cars
Location Information:
Close proximity to stadiums and all downtown Cincinnati attractions. (3 miles ) Close to Bellevue, KY with cute local shops and restaurants. Near Newport on the Levee entertainment district. Easy drive to Kings Island, the Cincinnati Zoo, Riverbend, etc. The Arc Encounter is approx 45-50 min drive, the Creation Museum is approx 20-25 min drive. We are near a train track so you will sometimes hear the rumble of a train going by.
We are located in an up and coming neighborhood with a mix of young professionals and working-class people. This is not the suburbs but it is a safe urban residential neighborhood 3 miles from downtown Cincinnati. Our co-hosts Adam and Tara live a block away and love the location and can give great local recommendations.
Getting Around:
It is a quick 10-15 min drive into downtown Cincinnati. There is a shuttle to downtown, red bikes, Uber and cabs. Heading to Paul Brown or Great American Ball Park? Queen City Riverboats provides shuttles to all Reds and Bengals home games from Newport, Kentucky (5-minute drive from the house) to the riverfront landings across the river to the stadiums in Cincinnati.
The Gray Whale is an amazing property. We chose this home because of its massive size and great proximity to downtown. The whole extended family or group of friends can fit comfortably and enjoy a great time together. The house has great space for gathering if you would like to all be together, or provides privacy with two living rooms and two kitchens on separate floors. You will be able to enjoy your time in a comfortable and stylish space. There are also ample amounts of fluffy towels, clean linens, and little extras that make this place feel like home. You may never want to leave! The home is 3 floors and has a backyard patio. Below you can see a breakdown of each space.
First Floor
-Bedroom 1: One king bed
-Bedroom 2: Two queen beds
-Living room: TV and seating
-Sunroom: twin day bed and twin trundle pull out
-Dining room: large table and extra bar height table
-Kitchen: everything you need to cook and serve meals
-Full Bath 1: large vanity, toilet, shower/tub combo
Second Floor:
-Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
-Bedroom 4: 2 queen beds with on suite bath with walk in shower.
-Living room: TV and seating
-Sunroom
-Billards room with pool table
-Kitchen: everything you need to cook and serve meals
-Full bath 2: vanity, toilet, shower/tub combo
-Full bath 3: vanity, toilet, large walk-in shower (on suite bath bedroom 4)
Third floor:
-Bedroom 5: 2 double beds
-Bedroom 6: 2 twin beds
-Common area: three futons and a full-length shuffleboard
Basement:
-Unfinished space
-Laundry with detergent provided
Outdoor space:
-Concrete patio with ample seating
-Grill with propane provided
-Propane fire pit
-Fenced in yard
-Driveway for up to 3 cars
Location Information:
Close proximity to stadiums and all downtown Cincinnati attractions. (3 miles ) Close to Bellevue, KY with cute local shops and restaurants. Near Newport on the Levee entertainment district. Easy drive to Kings Island, the Cincinnati Zoo, Riverbend, etc. The Arc Encounter is approx 45-50 min drive, the Creation Museum is approx 20-25 min drive. We are near a train track so you will sometimes hear the rumble of a train going by.
We are located in an up and coming neighborhood with a mix of young professionals and working-class people. This is not the suburbs but it is a safe urban residential neighborhood 3 miles from downtown Cincinnati. Our co-hosts Adam and Tara live a block away and love the location and can give great local recommendations.
Getting Around:
It is a quick 10-15 min drive into downtown Cincinnati. There is a shuttle to downtown, red bikes, Uber and cabs. Heading to Paul Brown or Great American Ball Park? Queen City Riverboats provides shuttles to all Reds and Bengals home games from Newport, Kentucky (5-minute drive from the house) to the riverfront landings across the river to the stadiums in Cincinnati.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for children but NOT “childproofed”.
Events
No events allowed
20 people max
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only.
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: 20 people max
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Dayton
Dayton is home to this holiday home. Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal and Riverbend Music Center are cultural highlights and Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is a popular area attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Heritage Bank Center or Great American Ball Park. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Dayton, KY
What's nearby
- Walker Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Home Style - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Great American Ball Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
- Newport Aquarium - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
- University of Cincinnati - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Circle K - 13 min walk
- Prost Tavern - 16 min walk
- Wayfarer Tavern - 2 min walk
- Elliott Coffee - 2 min walk
- Loyal Cafe - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
7 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cam S.
17 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cam S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amber W.
2 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family House
Amber W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary J.
16 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
Mary J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelsey G.
11 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies weekend
Kelsey G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dylan R.
28 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent House for Large Groups
Dylan R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
J D.
11 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
J D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deborah M.
7 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebration of the life of our brother


Deborah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracy m.
29 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and spacious
Tracy m.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark F.
6 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent experience
Mark F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen L.
6 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family celebration
Karen L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
tracy s.
9 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family get together
tracy s.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bill P.
26 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Family Reunion
Bill P.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Jessica T.
14 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good experience
Jessica T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Angela C.
13 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good
Angela C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
April G.
20 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for Groups
April G.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Cori B.
21 Jun, 2017
Great place for families with kids
Cori B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Verified
8/10 Good
Ginny C.
23 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Macedonia Group
Ginny C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Annette N.
11 Apr, 2019
Perfect for Family Gathering
Annette N.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Aaron W.
7 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay for large group
Aaron W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Becky B.
28 Oct, 2022
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location
It served the purpose
Becky B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anthony W.
9 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
University of Cincinnati Homecoming
Anthony W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debra K.
19 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Home for the Whole Family!
Debra K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Travis F.
10 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelor party weekend.
Travis F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dennis D.
8 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for large family gathering!
Dennis D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Tara and Adam
Hello and welcome to our property! The Gray Whale is owned by Steve and Linda. They have been married for 30+ years and have two daughters, two son in laws, and three grandchildren. After a 10 year stint in the 80s in sunny California, Steve and Linda returned back to Cincinnati to raise their family. Steve and and Linda are retired. They own four short term rental properties in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area and love interacting with all of the groups that come to their homes.
The property is managed by myself, Tara, and my husband Adam (Steve and Linda's daughter and son-in-law). You can see our profile picture of the four of us at our wedding! We will be communicating with you before, during, and after your stay. My husband and I are both in education, he is a 5th grade social studies teacher and I am a school counselor. We live in Northern Kentucky and love to help my parents host so many great groups of people. We spend most of our free time working on our 125 year old house, and exploring all of the sights and sounds NKY has to offer.
The property is managed by myself, Tara, and my husband Adam (Steve and Linda's daughter and son-in-law). You can see our profile picture of the four of us at our wedding! We will be communicating with you before, during, and after your stay. My husband and I are both in education, he is a 5th grade social studies teacher and I am a school counselor. We live in Northern Kentucky and love to help my parents host so many great groups of people. We spend most of our free time working on our 125 year old house, and exploring all of the sights and sounds NKY has to offer.
Why they chose this property
The Gray Whale is an amazing property. We chose this home because of it massive size and great proximity to downtown. The whole extended family or group of friends can fit comfortably and enjoy a great time together. The house has great space for gathering if you would like to all be together, or provides privacy with two living rooms and two kitchens on separate floors.
What makes this property unique
Linda, my mother, has an excellent eye for design. You will be able to enjoy your time in a comfortable and stylish space. There are also ample amounts of fluffy towels, clean linens, and little extras that make this place feel like home. You may never want to leave!
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