7 Waterfront Retreats In Ohio That Are Perfect For Warm Weather Adventures
By Sarah McCosham|Published April 11, 2024
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Sarah McCosham
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I write like it's my job - because it is! I have a Master's in English and love words: crossword puzzles, Scrabble games, Wordle, and, of course, good, old-fashioned books.
I'm a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState, and a contributing writer at Cincinnati Magazine. I love the Great Outdoors and am endlessly awestruck by this beautiful country of ours. Coffee keeps me going, yoga keeps me sane, my kids keep me grounded, and my writing keeps me inspired.
As local travel experts, we know what travelers are looking for when it comes to finding the perfect accommodations for their next trip. To compile our lists, we scour the internet to find properties with excellent ratings and reviews, desirable amenities, nearby attractions, and that something special that makes a destination worthy of traveling for.
While Ohio might be located in the heart of it all, that doesn’t mean the Buckeye State isn’t without water. Between our glorious lakes and rivers to prime Third Coast access, you’re never far from an amazing waterfront getaway in Ohio! The following are the best of the best in terms of amazing waterfront Airbnb rentals in Ohio. Located all across the state, plan yourself a warm weather getaway STAT!
1. Luxury Family Cabin in Apple Valley
Apple Valley Lake, Apple Valley Dr, Howard, OH 43028, USA
Apple Valley Lake is a private lakefront community in Ohio that welcomes tourists, travelers, and families looking for a vacation or full time home. You can either stay at Apple Valley as a guest of the property owner or rent out a lovely home to experience lake living. Luxury Family Cabin Apple Valley is one such rental; this expansive lakehouse boasts glorious vaulted windows that look out upon Apple Valley Lake. A private dock makes it easy to set sail, while a cozy fire pit makes it easy for land lovers to convene. Spend quality time with friends and family in your private game room or a romantic evening in the jacuzzi or the soaking tub -- this rental houses up to 10 guests for an amazing, big family getaway.
I live in Southwest Ohio and LOVE kayaking along the Little Miami River. In Oregonia, River House on the Little Miami is a beautiful rental that feels worlds away from everything. The perfect blend of a "cabin in the woods" and "lakehouse," this Airbnb is a fun hideaway sure to relax your mind and recharge your batteries.
With a prime location on Ohio's Roller Coast, this Modern Lakeview Condo is a newly furnished condo with epic views of Cedar Point. Take advantage of Sandusky's walkability and the building's on-site amenities (fitness room, pool, gas line grill) when you stay at this charming Airbnb in Sandusky, Ohio.
Nestled off the dazzling shores of Lake Erie in Willowick, the Ohio Lake House might just be the best-kept secret in the state. An Airbnb Guest Favorite, this rental has all the comforts of home -- full kitchen, full bathroom, king bed -- with a beautiful wood deck that overlooks the shores of lovely Lake Erie.
Can't choose between a mountain cabin or lakehouse? Head to the hills... the Hocking Hills! This Hocking Hills Lake Gem is a treasure: with room up for up to six guests, this cabin has two bedrooms, a full bath, hot tub, free Wi-Fi, an expansive deck overlooking the private six-acre lake, a dock, a paddle boat, a rowboat, and hiking trails on-site. In other words, this cozy cabin has it all -- and then some!
If you're into architecture, this Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Airbnb in Ohio Designed by an associate of Frank Lloyd Wright, The Glass House is a unique example of his classic architecture and use of 'core' living space. This rental is a vibe; mid-century furniture and large picture windows across the front and rear of the Glass House make it a wonderful location for guests to enjoy unobstructed views of both Lake Erie and Sandusky Bay! Swoon.
Riverside Calm is a newly renovated 1917 Craftsman overlooking the Maumee River in Toledo, Ohio. A fully equipped, custom kitchen is a dream for home chefs, while the outdoor patio makes for the perfect place for morning coffee or post-dinner vino.
What’s your favorite waterfront locale in the Buckeye State? It’s hard to believe a place known for rolling farmland and lush Appalachia is also bursting with beauteous bodies of water, but that’s the glorious reality of living in Ohio for ya!
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