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Short North/Downtown | Steps to High St | Walk to Convention Ctr | 5.8K+ Reviews

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a fitness center

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Columbus, OH
  • Place, Greater Columbus Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nationwide Arena
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Columbus

Located in Downtown Columbus, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Greater Columbus Convention Center and Nationwide Arena. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Greater Columbus Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nationwide Arena - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • COSI - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Ohio State University - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Ohio Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Metsi’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Marcella's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Forno Kitchen & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Short North Tavern - ‬3 min walk

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Short North/Downtown | Steps to High St | Walk to Convention Ctr | 5.8K+ Reviews

Summary:
🌟🌟 Over 4,500+ reviews, most-reviewed local host in Columbus, Ohio 🌟🌟
🚨🚨YOUR BOOKING GUARANTEE: If your Jungle Home is not ready by your check-in time, then your first night is FREE.. GUARANTEED 🚨🚨
🎗️🎗️ Our Mission: To give back to those in need, one booking at a time. We will donate 10 meals to help feed starving families on each booking 🎗️🎗️
✅ ✅ Reserve now before this home gets booked up for your dates! ✅✅

The Space:
🌿🌱 If you don’t want to stay in a cold dirty Vacation Rental home that doesn’t even care who you are, experience the local hospitality at Jungle House & enjoy a clean vacation like you’ve never had before! 🌿🌱

OUR AWARDS:
🏆 10 Coolest Vacation Rental in Ohio - Adventure & Sunsets
🏆 Featured in the International Bestselling Book HOSPITABLE HOSTS
🏆 Recognized as one of the Top Dreamy Vacation Rental in Columbus, Ohio – "A sanctuary with luxury amenities and thoughtful touches!" – Dreamstays
🏆 Listed among the 18 Coolest & Best Vacation Rental in Columbus – "A beautiful, leafy 2-bedroom apartment – truly an idyllic escape" – Jonesaroundtheworld
🏆 Celebrated by a renowned London-based blogger as a must-see Vacation Rental in Columbus

When modern meets the jungle 🌿

Our Jungle House ™ is FILLED with gorgeous rare plants from all over, upscale decor, original hardwood floors on all floors, the comfiest King size beds you will ever sleep on, quartz countertops with a full equipped kitchen, high speed internet, 55-inch Smart TV in the living room with additional Smart TVs in all bedrooms, tower fans & white noise machines for light sleepers, hair dryer & handheld steamer, dryer for your use and much more!

KEY FEATURES:
☀ 2 bedrooms; 2 King bed, 1 air mattress & 1 pack/play crib
☀ 2 beautiful bathrooms w/ complimentary toiletries
☀ Fully-equipped kitchen w/ high-end appliances + your NEW favorite coffee
☀ Access to 3 Smart TVs, free wifi with the best streaming apps
☀ Pet-friendly
☀ Dedicated workspace
☀ Accent wall for IG worthy selfies
☀ FREE PERMIT PARKING 🚗

✅ ✅ Reserve now before this home gets booked up for your dates! ✅✅

Guest Access:
🏡 This home is designed by Jungle House!

You can enjoy full access to the entire home! This includes access to the full kitchen, free wifi, beautiful bathrooms. We got
complimentary treats & snacks for you! Enjoy the convenience of self-check-in, courtesy of the Smart lock!

🧺 Spill some wine on your shirt? This space also features a washer and dryer for your convenience

📺 Access to Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN all complimentary to use on all 3 TVs in our home!!

Distance to popular landmarks:
• Short North District (5 min walk)
• Greater Columbus Convention Center (5 min walk)
• Nationwide Arena Stadium (10 min walk)

The Neighborhood:
Location could honestly not be more perfect!! There are so many great restaurants and bars right on North High Street to check out with their own unique character & AMAZING food! Bakersfield is a personal favorite of ours for their delicious margaritas and the tacos are to die for.. and right down the block! Also must try Jeni's Ice Cream down the block as well, you will not be disappointed!

Distance to popular landmarks:
• Short North District (5 min walk)
• Nationwide Arena Stadium (10 min walk)
• Ohio State University campus (<1 mile)
• Downtown Columbus area (<1 mile)
• Greater Columbus Convention Center (5 min walk)
• Kroger Food Market (<1 mile)
• Nationwide Children's Hospital (8 min drive)
• CMH Columbus John Glenn Airport (10 min drive/uber)
• Easton Town Center Shopping Mall (15 min drive)
• Easy access to all major highways ( I-71, I-670, I-315) and COTA lines for getting around the city!

Perfect home for anyone going to an event at The Convention Center or Nationwide Arena, couples/friends looking for a night out in the city, business professionals in town for work, or family/alumni looking to visit Ohio State... this home is close to everything!!

Getting Around:
WALKING is the best way to enjoy Short North! it’s so close to everyone in the Short North / Convention Center area

This home offers 1 street parking parking for 1 vehicle only, if parking for additional cars are needed, we can offer the same street permit parking for $10 per additional vehicle for your entire stay!

quick Uber/Lyft for getting around the Columbus area! You’re that close to everything :)

Other Things to Note:
✍🏻 A $300 security deposit hold is placed 1–2 days before arrival (not an actual charge) and is automatically released 3 days after checkout if there’s no damage or rule violation

🐶 Pets Need a Vacation Too
Calling all fur parents, your pets can join your Jungle House stay for just $40 per pet/night so everyone can have a blast
Be sure to check our House Rules for the full scoop on pet stays

🚗 Free Street Permit Parking Pass
Enjoy hassle-free parking for one car throughout your stay

🏠 Up-and-Down Duplex
-Enjoy exclusive access to the entire main (ground) floor, ground floor all to yourself!
-Each unit has its own entrance, so you’ll have a completely private space—just a shared floor/ceiling to keep in mind, and we always encourage respectful noise levels for everyone’s comfort!

🛏️ Main Floor Features
-Two bedrooms with cozy King beds for sweet dreams😀
-Two newly renovated bathrooms
-Fully equipped kitchen + dining area with everything you need for a comfy stay🌞
- Your soon-to-be favorite coffee blend and other treats!

🪵 Original Hardwood Floors + Staircases
These timeless details add so much charm, but please keep an eye on little ones to ensure a safe stay

🌆 Prime Location + Possible Noise
-You’re near the highway and the famous North High Street, so we’ve provided white noise machines in each room
-Don’t let city sounds stop you from getting a great night’s rest

🚦 Possible City Noise – We've provided white noise machines in every bedroom to ensure a restful sleep 🐦🎵

✨ Sparkling Clean & Sanitized – Stay with Confidence
Our professional cleaning team ensures the home is thoroughly sanitized and spotless before every stay ✨

📸 We have hosted many many MANY photoshoots at our Jungle House ™ so inquire about our hourly and nightly rates if interested!

We offer both early check-in or late check-out options below for an additional add-on for each if needed.. just let us know!

⏰ Early Check-In & Late Check-Out Add-Ons
✅ 1 Hr Early Check-In: 3PM instead ($25)
✅ 2 Hr Early Check-In: 2PM instead ($50)
✅ 1 Hr Late Check-Out: 11AM instead ($25)
✅ 2 Hr Late Check-Out: 12PM instead ($50)

🍾 Romantic Getaway in Columbus? Add a Romance Package!
Surprise your loved one with a $100 romance package, including:
💖 Rose petals on the master bed
🎉 "Happy Anniversary" or "I Love You" banner
🎂 Delicious chocolate cake
🥂 Complimentary bottle of champagne
🎁 BONUS: Free 12PM late check-out ($50 value)

Celebrating a Birthday in Columbus? Add a Birthday Package!
Make birthdays extra special with our $100 birthday package, featuring:
🎈 "Happy Birthday" banner
🍰 Chocolate cake with gold candles
🥂 Complimentary bottle of champagne
🎁 BONUS: Free 12PM late check-out ($50 value)

For large groups : we have a Queen Air Mattress for a much comfortable sleep! Just a friendly reminder that we have limited space for dining and seating so we would highly recommend for you to take advantage of the best places Columbus has to offer! Nevertheless, your additional guests will sleep like a baby on our Queen Air Matters😴

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Tap the heart ❤️ on our listing to bookmark this Columbus, Ohio vacation rental for your next trip!

We’re excited to host you—let us know if you have any questions!

Jungle House™ - Best Vacation Rental in Columbus, Ohio 🌿
📍 Perfect for Business Travelers, Family Getaways, and Group Stays!

🙌🏻 “It will be your best Thyme… we pinky promise!”

PS we also host many other Jungle Homes in Columbus Ohio and Chillicothe Ohio in case you have other people traveling with you also in need of a place to stay while also staying very close, some even next door.. just send us a message & let us know! 📩

✅ ✅ Reserve now before this home gets booked up for your dates! ✅✅

Interaction with Guests:
Central Location Short North

🏡 Easy & Secure Self Check-In
Enjoy a hassle-free arrival with self-check-in and check-out using a smart keypad code—perfect for guests arriving late at night. We're always quick to respond and nearby if you need assistance!

🔊 City & Neighbor Noise
Our home is centrally located downtown and shares a wall with the neighboring unit, so some city or neighbor noise is possible. To ensure a restful stay, we've provided white noise machines and fans in every room for light sleepers.

🔒 Safety & Security – 24/7 Monitoring
For your safety, we have:
✅ Two exterior security cameras (one at the front porch, one at the rear door) operating 24/7
✅ Two noise monitors (one in the living room, one in the kitchen) that measure noise levels only—no recording, just peace of mind.

Let us know if you have any questions—we’re excited to host you!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a safe. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Farming classes
  • Gym
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Aloe there! Hope you’ve had a 5 - star stay! Need help? Please do not hesitate to ask!
Quick reminder: check-out is by 10:00 AM tomorrow (unless you arranged a late check-out).
Before you go, our plants ask: • Open all blinds for morning sun • Turn off all lamps, fans, heaters & TVs • Lock all doors, please. Thanks for being amazing—we be-leaf in you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

✅ Breaking any of the house rules above and below will result in a charge of $500 each, subject to a charge per occasion and per broken rule separa...

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 2023-2028

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Downtown Columbus within a 10-minute walk of Goodale Park, Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue, and North Market. You'll also find Nationwide Arena and COSI within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Short North - King Bed - Convention - Parking Free a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Short North - King Bed - Convention - Parking Free?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH), which is 7.7 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Short North - King Bed - Convention - Parking Free?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Short North - King Bed - Convention - Parking Free.