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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, DVD player, books
6 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Sun loungers
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Middle Bass island, OH
  • Place, Middle Bass Island Forested Wetlands Preserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Middle Bass Island State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Hazards Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Put-in-Bay

This vacation home places you next to Lake Erie and North Bass Island State Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Middle Bass Island Forested Wetlands Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Petersen's Woods - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kuehnle Wildlife Area - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Middle Bass Island State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • St. Hazards Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Topsy Turvey's - ‬103 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse Bar and Grill - ‬102 min drive
  • ‪Frosty Bar - ‬103 min drive
  • ‪Heineman's Winery - ‬101 min drive
  • ‪Goat Soup & Whiskey - ‬102 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Channel House on the waterfront

Channel House is a dedicated, six bedroom family vacation home located on north shore of Middle Bass Island in the Lake Erie Islands and Shores region. The house has 2 large great rooms for entertaining , large yard and wrap around deck. Easily accessible by ferry or private boat, Channel House can serve as secluded get away or family get together with private beach and fantastic sunset views.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a dryer, a coffee maker, and a kitchen island.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings

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 and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
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
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Put-in-Bay, just steps from Lake Erie and North Bass Island State Park, and within a short walk of Middle Bass Island Forested Wetlands Preserve. You'll also find Middle Bass Island State Park and Petersen's Woods less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Channel House on the waterfront?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking available.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Channel House on the waterfront?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature beach view.

Does Channel House on the waterfront have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Channel House on the waterfront have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Channel House on the waterfront?

Yes, every house at Channel House on the waterfront comes with a patio and some offer beach views.

Channel House on the waterfront Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and the view cannot be beat. The photos don't even do it justice. We loved just sitting outside and watching the sunset every night. We held our wedding here and it was beautiful. The host was very accommodating with everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sue C.

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

Great vacation

Great place with the beach right in your yard. Kitchen fully stocked. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth K.

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

Stunning lake views and sunsets

Stately home on a beautiful location. Home remodels could be better and some unfinished. Kitchen is awesome and beautiful views of the lake. Communication with owners so so.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

LeAnn G.

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

Charming house on MBI

Charming house. Amazing location with beautiful and large private beach. Some fun activities on the island for kids and adults. Owners working on some updates which will make the house a perfect vacation spot! We enjoyed watching sunsets and playing in the lake, searching for beach glass, and roaming around the small island. Nice getaway from the city!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

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

Great views

The location and views from this rental cannot be beat. We loved being right on the water with beautiful sunsets. The kitchen was stocked with just about everything we needed. There was plenty of space and beds for everyone to have a comfortable stay. There were some updates in process and a water softner would go a long way with keeping up the water pressure in the showers and using the dishwasher.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Very big historic house in a great location.

The family loved the view of the lake and this private beach. The house is very large and looks historic, and the owners are clearly working to improve it. Would love to know the full history of the place. It can get very hot on the islands in the summer, and it is hard to cool a property this large. The owners have provided additional AC units upstairs to help with this. We used to have a place on the other side of the island, and it was great to get back to Middle Bass. One thing I would mention, you are in the middle of nowhere. Cell service is terrible. But the internet service to the house is surprisingly good. We watched MLS soccer in HD during our stay through AppleTV MLS.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ann M.

Liked: Location

Fixer Upper with Beautiful View

The view of Lake Erie is hands down beautiful from this home right on the water. The kitchen is well stocked. The home itself is older and definitely needs work. The bedrooms and bathrooms were clean. The rest of the home, inside and outside would benefit from a deep clean/cleanup. The doorknobs fell off causing one of our friends to be stuck in the bathroom. Looks like renovations have been in motion but never completed. Only one set of towels provided for each guest for 5 day stay and no washer. Cleaning crew was to provide a new 5 gallon water due to being well water there, it was empty and we had to buy at General Store. We had to clean the crock of dead bugs before we could place the new jug. There were bats or birds behind the wall of one of the upstairs bedrooms keeping our friends up at night. Chimney would need to be cleared out and capped to prevent? Woke up to water on the floor in the kitchen area after it had rained, coming from the ceiling. Overall we did enjoy our stay but would love to see this beautiful piece of property given some attention.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025