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The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+

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A cozy living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a hanging light fixture.
A living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden side table. There is a door leading to a balcony.
A dining area with a wooden table, metal chairs, and a chandelier.
A living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 203000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Dayton, KY
  • Place, Walker Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Home Style
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Great American Ball Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dayton

This vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Great American Ball Park and Newport Aquarium. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a furnished patio, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Walker Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Home Style - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Great American Ball Park - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Paycor Stadium - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • University of Cincinnati - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Richter & Phillips Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 14 min drive
  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Elliott Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brio Italian Grille - ‬6 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.

The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+

Experience the big city thrills of Cincinnati from the Dayton, KY community when you stay at this 120-year-old renovated home! The house is "big as a whale", 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 2 living rooms, 2 sunrooms, 2 kitchens, a dining room, and a billiards room! Set 3 miles from downtown attractions and blocks from charming Bellevue, the home boasts a well-appointed interior and a backyard with a patio! The Creation Museum, Arc, Cincy Zoo, Newport Aquarium, Reds and Bengals games so close!

The Gray Whale is an amazing property. We chose this home because of its massive size and great proximity to downtown. The whole extended family or group of friends can fit comfortably and enjoy a great time together. The house has great space for gathering if you would like to all be together, or provides privacy with two living rooms and two kitchens on separate floors. You will be able to enjoy your time in a comfortable and stylish space. There are also ample amounts of fluffy towels, clean linens, and little extras that make this place feel like home. You may never want to leave! The home is 3 floors and has a backyard patio. Below you can see a breakdown of each space.

First Floor
-Bedroom 1: One king bed
-Bedroom 2: Two queen beds
-Living room: TV and seating
-Sunroom: twin day bed and twin trundle pull out
-Dining room: large table and extra bar height table
-Kitchen: everything you need to cook and serve meals
-Full Bath 1: large vanity, toilet, shower/tub combo

Second Floor:
-Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
-Bedroom 4: 2 queen beds with on suite bath with walk in shower.
-Living room: TV and seating
-Sunroom
-Billards room with pool table
-Kitchen: everything you need to cook and serve meals
-Full bath 2: vanity, toilet, shower/tub combo
-Full bath 3: vanity, toilet, large walk-in shower (on suite bath bedroom 4)

Third floor:
-Bedroom 5: 2 double beds
-Bedroom 6: 2 twin beds
-Common area: three futons and a full-length shuffleboard

Basement:
-Unfinished space
-Laundry with detergent provided

Outdoor space:
-Concrete patio with ample seating
-Grill with propane provided
-Propane fire pit
-Fenced in yard
-Driveway for up to 3 cars

Location Information:
Close proximity to stadiums and all downtown Cincinnati attractions. (3 miles ) Close to Bellevue, KY with cute local shops and restaurants. Near Newport on the Levee entertainment district. Easy drive to Kings Island, the Cincinnati Zoo, Riverbend, etc. The Arc Encounter is approx 45-50 min drive, the Creation Museum is approx 20-25 min drive. We are near a train track so you will sometimes hear the rumble of a train going by.

We are located in an up and coming neighborhood with a mix of young professionals and working-class people. This is not the suburbs but it is a safe urban residential neighborhood 3 miles from downtown Cincinnati. Our co-hosts Adam and Tara live a block away and love the location and can give great local recommendations.

Getting Around:
It is a quick 10-15 min drive into downtown Cincinnati. There is a shuttle to downtown, red bikes, Uber and cabs. Heading to Paul Brown or Great American Ball Park? Queen City Riverboats provides shuttles to all Reds and Bengals home games from Newport, Kentucky (5-minute drive from the house) to the riverfront landings across the river to the stadiums in Cincinnati.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a furnished patio. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests may not move furniture other than chairs. Guests will be responsible for any damage to furniture or floors.
No fires in fireplaces. They do not work.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Suitable for children but NOT “childproofed”.

Events

No events allowed
20 people max

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only.

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
Note from host: 20 people max
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 10:00 AM

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Note from host: 20 people max
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Dayton, just steps from Ohio River Valley. You'll also find Great American Ball Park and Paycor Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+?

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

Is this vacation home adjacent to 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+?

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 free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+?

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

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field), which is 7.8 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG), which is located 16.9 mi away (23-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+?

Yes, every house at The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+ comes with a furnished patio.

The Gray Whale. 6 BR 3 Baths. Three miles to Downtown Cincinnati. Sleeps 18+ Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

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

Great place

Great place.. great room.. clean.. everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary J.

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

Amazing Stay

Our group absolutely loved the house. Plenty of room and had more cots and air mattresses if needed. Great stay. And close (walking distance) to a cute neighborhood with restaurants and coffee shops
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

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

Great Family House

We stayed with family to celebrate Christmas. There was plenty of space and we really enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was easy. Spacious home. Plenty of activities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan R.

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

Excellent House for Large Groups

We had a blast at the Gray Whale! The communication was excellent from the host and the house was very well maintained and had plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey G.

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

Ladies weekend

We had a great stay for a ladies weekend to explore Cincinnati and attend the Kentucky derby! Plenty of space and a bed for everyone. Would definitely return. Cutest coffee shop around the corner!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Excellent experience

The house had everything we were looking for. It was clean and well stocked. We had a very positive experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracy m.

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

Nice and spacious

We had 12 people in our group, the house is very spacious. We loved that it had 2 kitchens and plenty of beds. The host was available whenever I had questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Family celebration

This is a great property to host a large group. Multiple gathering spaces on two floors, two fully equipped kitchens, ample bedrooms and bathrooms. Hosts very responsive and accommodating to special requests. The location is great, easy access to interstate and 10 minutes or less from locations in Cinncinnati or Northern Kentucky
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is big. Plenty of room for 6 adults and 7 kids. Although it is an older house, it was clean. Although we saw some reviews questioning the location, it seems like a nice established neighborhood. We would definitely consider rebooking this house if we're ever in the Cincinnati area again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

tracy s.

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

family get together

Great for multi family groups, we were able to spread out and have some quiet spaces. The house is well equipped with bath and kitchen items and suggestions from the hosts. Only minus--the grill is pretty rusted out , probably needs to be replaced.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Celebration of the life of our brother

Even though the reason for being together was not the happiest, the host made it brighter. They allowed more than the reserved amount a little time to gather, share stories and just be together after attending services for our brother. I appreciated that so much. I would definitely stay there again. First time in that particular location but it was perfect.
The day after service, gathering for breakfast and goodbyes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica T.

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

Good experience

Very clean, nicely decorated place. Some issues with check in when the door wouldn't unlock with the code.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

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

Thanksgiving Family Reunion

This property worked great for our side of my family (15 of us) to be near my brother’s family(19). We were able to celebrate Thanksgiving dinner together in their homes and host a few get togethers at the Grey Whale. The house was spacious, well equipped and clean. We enjoyed the local shopping and restaurants plus the nearby ferry ride to a Steelers/Bengals game!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela C.

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

Good

Our church group stayed here. Beautiful old house with character and lots of upgrades. Kinda sketchy neighborhood but we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April G.

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

Great for Groups

A group of us were in town for NCECA, the annual ceramic conference. The Gray Whale was perfect for our group. We used the downstairs for our communal space and the upstairs for quieter conversations. The location was only three miles from the convention center and has several restaurants and businesses nearby. We all agreed we would definitely book this accommodation again if we were to find ourselves back in Cincinnati in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ginny C.

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

Macedonia Group

We loved the arrangement of living quarters and the room for plenty to choose where to sleep. However, for older groups, you may want to consider adding more lighting at the stairs. We had two instances where a couple of people almost fell because they couldn't see where the steps met the landing. The house was VERY clean, and the managers were quick to respond when we had a problem. We would stay at the Gray Whale again if the opportunity arises!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette N.

Perfect for Family Gathering

My family and I rented this house last month to gather family from around the country for my Dad's funeral. It was truly perfect. It was clean and cheerful. During a sad time for our family it enabled us to spend real time together. I know my Dad would have loved it. Loads of dishware and extra beds in every closet. Games for Kids and Adults. Even a backyard for them to play in. Thank you for making our weekend as pleasant as possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We selected the Gray Whale for our Girls Week house this year. It was a great choice for us! The house was spacious, clean, and well supplied. We had enough beds for the 7 of us. There were 2 living areas so one could get away to read or relax when needed. We spent a large amount of time in the evening utilizing the first-floor dining area for playing games. It suited our needs. The location is fantastic. It was close to everything we wanted to see and do in Bellevue, Covington, Florence, and the Cincinnati area. Who knew there were so many things to do in Cincinnati! Communication with the hosts was wonderful. Check-in and Check-out were both easy. We would highly recommend the Gray Whale when you are in the Cincinnati area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Fantastic stay for large group

We used this location as one of two properties for bringing a large group down to northern Kentucky for 2-3 days of activities and couldn't have been happier. The home lived up to our expectations and our communications with the host were by far the best I've experienced with VRBO. I can't say enough what a help the hosts were and would recommend them and their properties to anyone! If you're in the Cincy/N Kentucky area and need a space for a group or large family gathering, you'll find this will fit the bill!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Becky B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location

It served the purpose

This house served the purpose with plenty of places to lay your head, counting couches, but not nearly enough bathrooms. Also not enough eating seating. I thought it would be closer to the city and Blink but it was too far to walk. Didn’t know that until way after we paid for it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

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

University of Cincinnati Homecoming

My friend thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Very spacious property that’s feel intimate at the same time. We will stay here again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

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

Perfect Home for the Whole Family!

Our Daughters wedding was in Northern Kentucky band the Gray Whale was the perfect home for our four adult children plus spouses and significant others and of course our four grandbabies! The house was absolutely perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Travis F.

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

Bachelor party weekend.

House was exactly what we expected. Clean, plenty of space for the 12 of us with rooms to spare. Definitely will keep this place in mind again for somewhere to stay that’s close to Cincinnati.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Great stay for large family gathering!

Picked this location for central location and number of bedrooms for large family gathering. Loved the space and proximity to downtown Cincinnati. Had plenty of room for everyone to sleep, eat, and play!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022