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Waterfront Lighthouse Vibe + Cedar Point + Fishing + Firepit + Park & Pier = FUN

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Large patio, firepit, sunrise and sunset views
lakefront deck with picnic table dining for 12 + gas grill
Terrace/patio
Sunrise view from the upper deck   with some awesome wave action.
Rye Beach 150 feet away

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Huron, OH
  • Sawmill Creek Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nickel Plate Beach
    ‪1384 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Lounge

2 Double Futons

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Lighthouse Vibe + Cedar Point + Fishing + Firepit + Park & Pier = FUN

6 Bedrooms 10 beds (1 King, 5 Queens, 2x Twin Trundles, 1 Queen Futon, 1 Queen Pull-Out Sofa) Sleep 14+ perfect for Family & Friend gatherings)

Location Location Location = Cedar Point minutes away + convenient fun + Relaxing Vacation!

The Lakefront Lighthouse @RyeBeach is one-of-a-kind as it was was built to create a lakefront experience with a deck and patio so close to the water you feel like you're sailing on a boat. Enjoy the firepit on the patio while watching watercolor sunset views and a cup of coffee for the sunrise from the lighthouse's upper deck and patio. You will love having meals and hanging out on the first level deck and patio as you watch boats pass by. When the wind is out of the Northeast you'll experience Pacific ocean like waves crash into the sea wall.

This is a fisherman's dreamhouse as you cast your line just feet from the home and if you’re into golf The Saw Mill Creek Course by Tom Fazio is 4 minutes away.

Rye Beach Park is only 150 feet away from the Lighthouse and has 9 playground features for the kids, a basketball court, and tons of room to play frisbee, catch, and wiffleball. The property also offers access to Willow Glen Beach a 5 minute walk through neighborhood. Both of these are private parks and beaches to the neighborhood community.

2 full size refrigerators, Gas Grill, Indoor Dining for 18, Outdoor Dining for 12, 2 sets of washers and dryers, 2 hot water tanks, and a fully stocked kitchen with tons of cooking tools.

If you're not familiar with the area this property is ULTRA convenient to all of the activities around the area as world renowned Cedar Point Amusement Park (15 min away) provides the convenience of coming back for a break and to head back for more fun.

Got a big group? We also own and operate the Rye Beach House next door which is both beachfront and waterfront featuring 5 bedrooms 8 Beds = Sleeps 12+ (VRBO Listing # 2149561). This provides comfortable accommodations for an adult party of as many as 25+ comfortably with a total of 18 beds on the waterfront!

FUN:
- Cedar Point (15 min)
- Cedar Point Sports Center (8 min)

- Free Huron boat launch ramp (8 min)
- Saw Mill Creek Marina Transient Dockage (4 min)
- Saw Mill Creek Golf Club designed by Tom Fazio (4 min)
- Thunderbird Hills Golf North & South Courses (8 min)

- Kalahari Indoor Waterpark (10 min)
- Great Wolf Lodge Indoor Waterpark (10 min)
- Castaway Bay Indoor Waterpark (11 min)
- Monsoon Lagoon Outdoor Waterpark & Fun Complex (19 min)

- Goofy Golf, Go Karts, Bumper Boats (12 min)
- Ghostly Manor Thrill Center (12 min)
- Cedar Corner Bowling Center, Arcade, & Laser Tag (10 min)
- African Safari Wildlife Park & Small Zoo (22 min)
- Escape Rooms By Franknicky (17 min)

- Toft's Ice Cream Parlor (14 min)
- Mon Ami Restaurant and Historic Winery (24 min)

FREE FUN:
- Nickel Plate Park Playground & Beach (5 min)
- Sheldon Marsh Nature Birdwatching Preserve (5 min)
- Osbourne Park (3 miles away) family easy hiking trail with neat playground features on the trail, great large main playground, a special musical instrument playground, public tennis courts, and say hello to the lamas at the farm across the street

DESTINATIONS:
- Jet Express Ferry (15 min) gets you to explore Put-In-Bay Island (the fun party island where you rent golf carts for the day and explore the island - go into town where the party is at with tons of bars and restaurants, kids can play on a huge beautiful playground, there’s a historic carousel to ride, go down into the crystal cave, visit a very unique live butterfly greenhouse experience, aquatic visitor center, wineries, a candy ice cream shop, and a historic monument and museum you can go to the top of to learn about Commodore Perry’s epic battle on Lake Erie). The ferry also goes to Kelly's Island a much quieter island. Put-in-Bay is a super fun long day trip and must do!
- Downtown Huron Summer Events (8 min)
- Downtown Sandusky (15 min)
- Downtown Vermillion (20 min)
- Downtown Cleveland (55 min) Indians Games, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, The Flats (Cleveland’s bar/restaurant area), Cleveland’s world class Performing Arts & Theater district
- Pro Football Hall of Fame (Akron, OH = 95 min)

OUR FAVORITE ROMANTIC UPSCALE DINING:
Chez Francois Restaurant in Vermillion (20 min)
*Ranked #1 Restaurant in Cleveland https://chezfrancois.com/

OUR FAVORITE CASUAL DINING:
Berardi's Restaurant American/Italian (8 min)
The Country Breakfast Diner (4 min)
Costa Azul Mexican (3 min)
Sandusky Bay Pancake House (10 min)

CONVENIENT FAST FOOD:
Subway, McDonalds, Wendys, Arbys (3 min)

1 Exit Away on Route 250 (7 minutes) Literally every store you can think of... Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Culver's, Street Taco's, Chili's, Japanese Steakhouse, Outback, 5 Guys, Pancake House, local pizza, ice cream shops, and many more

SHOPPING:
- Walmart, Target, Meijer, Kroger (7-11 min)
- Huron Grocery & Craft Beer Store (4 min)

* Fireplace is non-functional and decorative only
* Property was renovated with an addition in 2013.

Property manager

Stephanie Doherty
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Pet Fee $200+$14 tax =$214 *Max weight 80 lbs/dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$800 Smoking Cleaning fee for violating no smoking rule
$800 Biohazardous Waste Cleaning Fee will be charged for disrespectful behaviors including but not limited to vomit and feces.
No climbing on lighthouse structure

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: 8
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Huron

Located in Huron, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center, while Kalahari Waterpark Resort and Cedar Point are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky and Skateworld. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Huron, OH

What's nearby

  • Sawmill Creek Golf Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 7 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Cedar Point - 15 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 17 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sortino's Italian Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Lighthouse Vibe + Cedar Point + Fishing + Firepit + Park & Pier = FUN pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Waterfront Lighthouse Vibe + Cedar Point + Fishing + Firepit + Park & Pier = FUN?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Lighthouse Vibe + Cedar Point + Fishing + Firepit + Park & Pier = FUN?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Lighthouse Vibe + Cedar Point + Fishing + Firepit + Park & Pier = FUN located?

Nestled on the beach, this Huron holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Erie, Sawmill Creek Golf Course and Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve. Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Thunderbird Hills Golf Courses are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Just perfect!

What a view! Loved the entire stay, peaceful doesn’t even begin to explain it! Great stay, great owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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

Great space

We were attending a retreat at Kalahari and needed a space for 12 people and the lighthouse was the perfect place. It’s winter so we didn’t get to enjoy all the outdoor amenities but everything inside was great for our group. We are definitely considering this location again for next years retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

Icy Lake Erie is as beautiful in Winter as any other time of the year!

A great time with family for a long weekend of great food, games, and gifts. Views of the lake with eagles flying by against the sunny water were memorable. Our beds were very comfortable- I hated to get out of bed! Looking out the second floor windows seems like you could see Canada! Everything is close by- shopping, beaches and Cedar Point. It was so nice inside though so we never left the cottage. Perfect stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dallas B.

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

Christmas get together

Family get together for Christmas, everyone was happy with the booking. Right on Lake Erie, loads of waterfowl right out the windows. Shopping and restaurants close by. Parking entrance a bit tight, just got to be careful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Sibling work retreat

This home was a great place for my siblings and I to meet and continue to work on our parent’s estate. We had the use of lots of table space, comfortable bedrooms, sitting areas to view family movies and slides, and multiple views of beautiful Lake Erie’s water, shore birds and freighters. We had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful week

Very roomy & cozy, great for a family vacation on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared C.

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

Very memorable experience with the family.

The house is located right on the water. Very large and comfortable to stay. We actually ended up catching some very large fish right off the back yard. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandy M.

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

Beautiful home

Perfect for 1 or 2 families. Perfect location right on the lake. Beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Nice Lake front location

This was a great gathering place for a group of 3 couples. We each had our own bathrooms and comfortable beds with space to gather and play games. Nice quiet residential neighborhood and oceanfront property. The check-in process was easy and the property managers were very responsive and accommodating. Would consider renting here again, if we were in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni T.

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

Great lake house!

We were very impressed with this lake house ! Great location, lots of amenities and items that were already there! Didn’t need anything. Awesome view of the lake. Kids and grandkids loved it especially the air hocking table! Old stone lighthouse was very cool. Owners were very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Beautiful property on Lake Erie

We enjoyed our stay. We were a group of volleyball coaches there for a tournament. The house was very nice, and the property is perfectly located.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Great family getaway

The property was well suited for our family group of 17 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi J.

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

Many mood of Lake Erie

We had a wonderful family weekend to celebrate my 75th birthday. There was plenty of room for 7 adults and 2 teens/tweens to hang out. Everyone had a bedroom of their choosing and no lines for the bathrooms, as there were 3 in the house. Loved that we could all sit at the same long table to eat our meals, and play games. We enjoyed watching the lake as it changed from day to day and sometimes hour to hour. Thank you for sharing your house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry G.

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

Waves from Noreaster

Waves from Noreaster were coming over concrete and spilling onto deck. It was very cool and made for a nice experience. House was great. Plenty of bedroom (6) to choose from...equipped for breakfast... no icemaker....cracked open a few trays however that providing ice needed. So wasn't a problem...sadly, two night just weren't enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah S.

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

Great Place

Everything exactly how it’s listed. Location was perfect for a 10-15 minute drive to anywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

April G.

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

Breath of fresh air

Very clean.. beautiful veiw from many angles.. felt very welcoming and felt like home
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Perfect lakefront property

Wonderful property with an oceanfront area for a fire. Clean, nice location and open areas outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi B., Fairlawn

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

Authors' Writing Retreat

Perfect place for a large group of adults! Plenty of comfortable beds, multiple tables to work upon, well-stocked kitchen for home-cooked meals, and what a view! Lake Erie didn't disappoint with frozen crust on top of undulating waves. We'd love to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

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

Cousin's Weekend

Wonderful property! Plenty of room for gathering our clan and still leaving us just as many areas for privacy. The fire pit and deck areas were a hit! Super comfy beds. The house was clean, ample kitchen space and two big refrigerators (a huge plus for this number of people). Stephanie and Ryan very accessible hosts. We're already looking to next year's schedule!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Family gathering

House was easy to fine & weather was great for January. Layout of house was nice & we didn’t feel like we were always bumping into each other. Owners were very nice to let us enter early & depart a li
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy Ray F.

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

2 Night stay

The pictures of this property are accurate. Fully stocked home with plenty of room for everyone. We hope this property is available the next time we’re in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey N., Wauseon

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

Spacious home, Beautiful view

The house was great for hosting our weekend on the lake. No issues, thank you very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great lakefront property! Plenty of room for 9 adults and 4 kids. Very spacious and accommodated our large group well and even though it was March and cold outside, we didn’t feel like we were on top of each other. Ample fresh, clean bedding and towels. Perfect for our weekend in Sandusky. Only 8-10 minutes from Cedar Point Sport Center - and you avoid the train!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Happy New Year

We had 6 couples bringing in the New Year together and this house was perfect. We played games, enjoyed a nice dinner together and all had a comfortable bed to sleep in. Vi
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theodora M., Columbus, Ohio

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

Cousins Weekend

What a wonderful weekend we had in Huron at the lake! Met the owner upon arrival and he was just so helpful. Showed us all of the amenities as well as everything we could enjoy while at his property. All of the accommodations were great from the thick plush towels to the beds. We just can’t say enough about the house and the owners. Thanks for everything and we are truly hoping for a repeat trip next September!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Doherty

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This property has been owned by my family since 1999. As Dave (Dad) retires from his 20+ years of building 5 lake homes at Rye Beach park his daughter, Stephanie, is taking over the operations of the properties. Note that this property is 1 of three lakefront properties in a row that are owned with the Rye Beach Lakehouse being the second property available for rent. For large families renting both properties is a great way to gain access to lakefront property for gatherings together. This is a new VRBO listing in 2020 as the ownership changes, if you'd like the reviews from the previous listing we screenshot archived them and will happily share as it's a wonderful property and has gotten great reviews with many repeat summer week renters.

Why they chose this property

lakefront, location, Rye Beach, Park, Pier is 150 feet away, and you can't find a property like this so close to Cedar Point!

What makes this property unique

The Lighthouse literally sits 40 feet from the water where waves crash on it when there are strong winds out of the Northeast!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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