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Classic Lakeside Cottage, Prime Location-Across from Hoover Auditorium

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Terrace/patio
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Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 1087.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lakeside Marblehead, OH
  • Marblehead Lighthouse State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Marblehead Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cedar Point
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Classic Lakeside Cottage, Prime Location-Across from Hoover Auditorium

This cottage at 317 Central is both humble (although it can sleep 10) and strategically located. It is right across the street from the Hoover Auditorium where nightly shows and entertainment are scheduled each summer. It is just 2 streets from the lake and Lakeside town center. There are 4 bedrooms upstairs all with double beds. (one of the bedrooms is a walk through from another). There is 1 bedroom downstairs with 2 twin beds and window AC unit. All the beds have new pillow top mattresses. To keep cool in the summer, all 4 upstairs bedrooms have window A/C, downstairs dining has a window A/C and there are 10 ceilings fans covering all bedrooms, kitchen, dining areas etc. Downstairs has a full bath newly renovated with a tub/shower. There is a 1/2 bath upstairs. The kitchen offers a full size refrigerator, electric range, microwave, toaster, coffee pot as well as lots of cooking / eating ware and plenty of storage space in the pantry. Adding to the "family experience" at this cottage is a dinning room table that can seat 8, a living room that is complete with 2 sofa's, a lazy chair and 45" flat screen TV w/cable and free wifi. In addition 1 upstairs bedroom has a 35" flat screen TV.

To make you and your family feel comfortable in this summer cottage home - there are many shelves that are overflowing with children's books, and family games. The back yard includes a large brick patio with a table / umbrella and several sets of chairs and shade under a large hickory tree to escape the hot summer sun at Lakeside. The backyard has a barn that contains a charcoal grill, sandbox toys for the beach and other yard games for your family to enjoy. We also have a propane 2 burner grill.

In the front of this traditional Lakeside cottage you will find a full size open porch with a large awning to keep the sun out, plus comfortable glider and 3 rocking chairs. There is driveway parking for 1 large car or 2 smaller cars. The theme of this cottage is to provide a home that is comfortable, fun and very accessible to all locations. You can sit on the front porch and enjoy the sights and sounds of people, children, bicycles, dogs and golf carts that roll by from morning until evening. You can cook a nice family meal and eat at the dining table inside or have a picnic in the shady back yard. With only 1 block to walk you can quickly find Lakeside's Main Street commercial / social scenes, take in some recreation and the activity at the lakefront park - or you can stay at home and read books, play games or pop in a movie. Whatever you and your family might need, this Lakeside cottage has something to offer everyone during your stay. Bed sizes: 4 Doubles and 2 twins.
If you're looking to stay for minimum of 3 nights or during Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, inquire to owners.

Property manager

Kathy Scheerer
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Lakeside

Located in Marblehead, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and Catawba Island State Park, while African Safari Wildlife Park and Cedar Point are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Make time for Kalahari Waterpark Resort, or head to an event or a match at Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center. Kayaking, sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Lakeside Marblehead, OH

What's nearby

  • Marblehead Lighthouse State Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Marblehead Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • The Keeper’s House - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • African Safari Wildlife Park - 16 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Cedar Point - 36 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 27 min drive
  • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gemini - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪The Farmhouse Kitchen & Grill - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Cleats Club Seat Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Last Chance Saloon - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Classic Lakeside Cottage, Prime Location-Across from Hoover Auditorium have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Classic Lakeside Cottage, Prime Location-Across from Hoover Auditorium pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic Lakeside Cottage, Prime Location-Across from Hoover Auditorium?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Lakeside Cottage, Prime Location-Across from Hoover Auditorium?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Lakeside Cottage, Prime Location-Across from Hoover Auditorium located?

This family-friendly Marblehead cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Erie, Marblehead Lighthouse State Park and Marblehead Lighthouse. Caddy Shack Square and East Harbor State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah d.

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

Another amazing stay!

We had yet another wonderful week at Kathy and Mike’s property! This is our 5th time coming to their home for our annual stay at Lakeside. Despite having a family of 9, we are always very comfortable and have plenty of space to eat and stay! The walk to the lake is easy and quick. We’ll be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

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

Great Lakeside Cottage

Kathy’s home was quintessential Lakeside. Lovely charm, beautiful artwork, standard bedroom setup. Great location close to downtown and a stones throw from the Hoover. Kathy was easy to communicate with and flexible with check-in date. We’d love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

A Great Weekend At Lakeside!

The accommodations were exactly as described and the cottage is in a lovely location right next to all the action! If you’re traveling with babies and toddlers I’d highly recommend this spot. The interior bedroom helpful since you don’t need black out curtains. Also, it’s so close to the waterfront/downtown that it’s a quick walk home if you forget anything or need to come back home for naps. We were able to enjoy a few concerts from the front porch, which was also nice for when the kiddos went down for bed. I’d highly recommend a stay at Kathy & Michael’s lovely place! Nothing beats a Lakeside summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

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

Another solid Lakeside summer

We had a great week at Lakeside in this classic cottage. It was a perfect place to stay and an ideal place to gather.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jodie J.

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

Mini Lakeside Getaway

If you have ever been to Lakeside, you are accustom to the old, shabby chic, lakeside cottage and this is exactly that. Pros: Early check-in and location! The owners were easy to communicate with and responded promptly with my questions before our arrival. Cons: Empty propane tank that we didn’t realize was empty until after we purchased an entire meal to grill that we then had to change :( The sofas were incredibly dirty and stained, half of the family members wouldn’t even sit on them. We understand that Lakeside cottages aren’t “posh” but sofas that haven’t been cleaned since 1992 isn’t acceptable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Amazing location, fantastic cottage

We had a great time! This cottage had a great amount of space and several sleeping spaces! Great for a wide range of guests from families to friends groups! Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia P.

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

Would book again!

The property served my family and I perfectly. The porch was a favorite place to sit and relax. An added bonus is being right across from Hoover and enjoying the music and shows so close. The location is perfect and host was very kind and a great communicator.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kat C.

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

Our First Trip to Lakeside!

The house was clean and as described in the pictures. The central location gave us easy access to shops and restaurants and the park and God's Squad, as well as the pool and pickleball courts. We found everything we needed in the kitchen and the refridgerator was in excellent condition. There is no ice maker, but there were plenty of ice trays and they froze quickly. The kitchen is small, but the space is used well. The window air conditioners all worked very well, despite extremely high temperatures outside. In the barn behind the house, we found beach and sand toys and chairs for the kids, which was so nice! We spent a lot of time in the backyard on the patio in the evenings. We actually never turned on the TV, but it's a nice, flat screen TV. There were plenty of paper products and the instructions left for us were easy to read and follow. The only downsides were that we did not have enough chairs for us all (6 adults and 3 kids) to sit at the table and the beds are true double beds (smaller than a queen) and are very worn. We felt like we were sleeping in hammocks and all had achy backs after a few days. Our first trip to Lakeside was a hit with our entire family, and we hope to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti H.

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

Family friendly

My family enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cottage. Not easy to find 5 bedrooms that suits our family needs but this cottage is perfect. The location is so convenient to everything that we love; shopping, coffee shop, donuts, ice cream, shuffleboard, and miniature golf, not to mention the beautiful sunsets. Defintely 5 stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

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

Perfect location by Hoover!

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely cottage. Very well maintained and perfect location across from Hoover Auditorium and steps away from downtown shopping and the lake. Gracious hospitality and communication from the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Perfect weekend

We had another wonderful stay!! It’s a perfect location for our family to enjoy all of the Lakeside amenities! The house accommodates our family with young children so well. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah d.

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

Wonderful stay! Back for 4th year in a row:)

Once again, we had a wonderful stay at Kathy's house! The property is easy walking distance to all that Lakeside offers. Everything is very clean and there is plenty of space for our family of 9. We will be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannan F.

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

Relaxing

Lakeside is just divine for a relaxing time! Kathy is a gracious hostess and excellent at communicating. The only feedback is it would be great if Lakeside had a better process for cars inside the night before a very early start, with the gates. Our family lives Lakeside that is a taste of life at a simpler pace!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph H.

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

Sentimental Journey

The cottage was very clean and well kept. The air conditioning was such a bonus for the hot, sticky days. And our favorite part of all is the location and the front porch. It's across the street to the auditorium and we got prime listening pleasure of the orchestra practicing. This place is charming and we'll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tessa C.

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

Perfect location and porch sitting

The house was perfect! Very clean, very organized, and the comfiest beds I have ever slept in. We enjoyed the location of the cottage as it’s in a walkable distance to just about anything in Lakeside. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam T.

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

Great location!

Very close to shops/downtown area and not too far from the pool either! We fit four couple with a room to spare with two infants and comfortably enjoyed our stay! Communication with the owners was also 10/10! We had a massive storm during o her stay and some damage was made to the exterior but was fixed within 24hrs. Highly recommend for your Lakeside stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann W.

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

Cozy Cottage

This cottage was extremely clean and fit our family perfectly. We also enjoyed the convenient location across from Hoover which added to the Lakeside experience. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect

The cottage at Lakeside was perfect for our family. The kids could easily walk downtown, and the adults could hang out on the front porch or grill in the backyard. It was a tight squeeze for 10 of us, but it was fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom & Patti H.

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

Family Fun

Property was immaculate when we arrived. The owner had a "Manuel" with absolutely everything we needed to know. Such peace of mind to know that you could just open the notebook if any questions came up. I loved the pictures of all the rooms so I knew exactly how to put them back. Location couldn't have been better. Also loved the teenagers having their own rooms as a retreat when they needed some alone time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah d.

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

Never disappoints!

We had a wonderful experience as always staying at 317 Central Ave! We ate outside much of the time in the beautiful outdoor seating. Everything was very clean, beautifully decorated, and extremely comfortable for our family of 8. The walk to Lakeside is super short from this superb location. We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Lakeside

Great location—easy access to downtown and the lake and across the street from Hoover auditorium. Front porch an enjoyable spot. One negative-kitchen is small, not much counter space.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Perfect location!

Our stay was wonderful! Kathy is a great host and the house accommodates families so well! The location is steps away from all that Lakeside has to offer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Where is the button for 6 stars?

It was a perfect week. The house had everything we needed, and the location cannot be beat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Another great cottage stay continuing our 20+ year Lakeside tradition

Our stay was perfect for our group of 8 friends/family. Plenty of amenities and very clean. Loved the front porch and the well appointed back patio. Beds were comfortable and the a/c units and ceiling fans kept us cool. Location was convenient to all downtown activities and shops. Liked it so much that we reserved for the same week next year before we even left the gates!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy E.

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

Great for kids!

My grandkids loved their stay. My 2 four year olds loved riding their own bikes to where the action was. The older kids did too. They all loved all the activities and playing with the other very friendly kids at the basketball courts, Gaga pit and beach. I got a lot of steps in as well! It was a wonderful family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Scheerer

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Being the middle child of 5 kids of Ray & Bonnie Scheerer, Mike grew up in Lakeside during the summer months of his youth. His mom and dad owned a house on Third Street and they would always go to Lakeside every summer. As a kid, he always enjoyed swimming and fishing on the pier, putt putt golf and playing basketball with other kids on the playground. It was at Lakeside the he first learned how to play shuffle board.
As Mike's childhood years slipped into his teens, and his summers were filled with sports camps, jobs to pay for gas for his car, he always found one week each summer to go back to Lakeside with his parents to enjoy the fun.
When Mike went to college to play football at Baldwin Wallace college, we met our sophomore year. We got married in 1980 and I was introduced to this special community called "The Little Chautauqua, Lakeside."
His parents sold the house on Third and bought our cottage at 317 Central. It was a wonderful upgrade for them as they had both worked so hard all their lives as a school teacher and a principal. As adult kids, we were so happy that Mom and Dad enjoyed their retired time together at Lakeside where Dad loved to sit on the front porch in a rocking chair and watch the many people walk by Hoover Auditorium on their way to the lake or Lakeside town center. While Dad was reading (or sleeping) on the front porch, Mom would love to bake pies, cookies and make homemade meals every day and night for her, Dad and any of the children and their friends who would join them. Mike began to help his parents take care of the Lakeside cottage here on Central. To Mike, it was not a chore, but a chance to pay back his Mom and Dad for all they had done for him and to continue to be involved in Lakeside. Mike soon found himself as the caretaker and maintenance guy.
Eventually we became the owners of this special cottage and continue the legacy of making sure our 3 adult children and 6 grandchildren get the same experience as Mike.

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is centrally located across from Hoover Auditorium, which has entertainment every night during the summer. We are just 2 short blocks away from the shuffle board courts, center of town with the shops, Sloopy's pizza, ice cream, movie theatre, shopping, the pier, activites and the beautiful paved walking path along Lake Erie.
It truly is the perfect location for family members of all ages.

What makes this property unique

Whether you have been here before or it’s your first time, you soon will see why people keep coming back.
Our family, like the other families you might meet during your stay, return to this special place year after year. Our cottage is quaint, charming, and is what Lakeside represents. It allows you to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, forget about what you left at home, and just kick back and SLOW DOWN. If we could make a list to describe Lakeside, it would be:
• Tranquil
• Safe
• Calm
• Joyful
• Friendly
• Spiritual
• Family
• Love
• Historic
• Generational
• Fun
• Memories
• Honest
We hope you are able to unwind and take a break from your everyday routines. Enjoy a beautiful walk along the lake and notice the beauty of our lake view. Listen to the sounds of music playing at Hoover Auditorium. Sit on our front porch with a cup of tea or coffee and just watch the people walk by! Put your phone away and pick up a book, laugh or just take a nap.
There is so much to do but again, it's also a place to relax, stroll and go at your own pace.
So please enjoy our cottage. It is a century home. Lakeside has its own personality and uniqueness. That’s what is so charming. We continue to make yearly updates in our cottage, whether you can see them or not. Thank you if you are the group that continues to come back year after year. Welcome to the newcomers. We will continue to improve every year, but what is most important is that YOU ENJOY THE MOMENT. EMBRACE LAKESIDE.

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