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Lake House Artistic Spa-Like Retreat - Quiet Peaceful cul-de-sac - Pet-Friendly!

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Interior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Howard, OH
  • Place, Apple Valley Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Davis Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Apple Valley Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Howard

This vacation home places you next to Apple Valley Lake and within a 15-minute walk of Davis Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Apple Valley Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Davis Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Apple Valley Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mohican State Park - 22 min drive - 18.4 miles
  • Ohio State Reformatory - 57 min drive - 52.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kroger Gas Station - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hunan Garden - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 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.

Lake House Artistic Spa-Like Retreat - Quiet Peaceful cul-de-sac - Pet-Friendly!

Apple Valley Lake spa-like retreat. Come to gather with your family and/or friends and relax in this newly renovated home on a quiet cul-de-sac. If you like clean and organized, this is the vacation spot for you. Everything is new including furniture, mattresses, Calphalon cookware, dishes and kitchen utensils. All mattresses and pillow cases protected with encased covers. Sit on the front deck or the back porch and enjoy the view of the lake and the wildlife (deer, hummingbirds, etc). The main floor has 3 spa-like bedrooms and 2 spa-like bathrooms. The main floor has a great gathering place with the kitchen open to the dining space and living space. Don't miss any touchdowns while you are cooking with the 65" Roku TV easily viewable from the kitchen. The kitchen is a gourmet chef's dream with all amenities. The downstairs walkout basement game room has an additional sectional sofa, 65" Roku TV, card table, , a kitchenette as well as a private bedroom with a queen bed and 1 rollaway twin bed and a full bathroom with shower. A 5-minute walk to Davis Beach. Pups are welcome, poop bags and a trash can on the back porch are provided for your convenience of cleaning up after your pup. Absolutely no smoking/vaping allowed on this property and a fine of $500 will be incurred if this rule is not respected. Exterior cameras in front and back of this property are in use for safety.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a travel crib.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please do not strip the beds. It is easier for me to strip and launder each room separately. Thank you.

Please make sure all trash put in the dumpster is bagged. Fines will be incurred for loose trash.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING/VAPING ON THIS PROPERTY. FINES WILL BE CHARGED AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE IF THIS RULE IS IGNORED. THANK YOU!

PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR PET, THERE ARE POOP BAGS IN THE KITCHEN DRAWER AND THERE IS A CAN ON THE BACK PORCH.

Luxury spa-like vacation rental for families/friends to gather and enjoy serenity and local wildlife. NOT A HUNTING CABIN, NO HUNTERS, NO WEAPONS

Pets

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

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
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: 4:00 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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Howard, just steps from Apple Valley Lake. You'll also find Apple Valley Golf Course and Davis Beach within a short drive.

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.

Does this vacation home provide 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.

Lake House Artistic Spa-Like Retreat - Quiet Peaceful cul-de-sac - Pet-Friendly! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dusty N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property in a beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely home with a view of the lake from the deck. The interior was inviting and comfortable. The host was very pleasant. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brenda has an amazing home, and by amazing I say we enjoyed the kitchen and dining area the most. Had just enough room to spread out for together time. great for large family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great Place!!

Brenda’s home is a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

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

Awesome stay

This property is very clean and comfortable! Has everything you could ask for in a rental- outdoor living space on the deck with views of the lake, as well as kitchen and laundry needs. We’ll definitely rent this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

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

Very Nice

Everything was very nice and clean. Very accommodating for 8 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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

Wonderful Home!

We loved our stay!!! Home was stocked with everything we needed and is comfortable and spacious ! Hosts were in contact to ensure we had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Clean, comfortable and lovely

Tastefully decorated, roomy, clean and cozy. Host is friendly and quickly to respond to questions. An enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

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

Great place!

Beautiful house and area! It was perfect for us for the night!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great

Beautiful place, very accomodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Exceeded Expectations

Brenda’s home was a wonderful experience all around. We were pleasantly surprised with the size of the house and the ample amount of room for our group. The home was very very clean and had everything we could have needed during our stay. The area is beautiful, we can’t wait to stay here again in the coming years!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

j B.

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

Amazing Stay

Lake property was an amazing stay for the weekend. Recommend to everyone
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Excellent Location and Property Dog Friendly

Charming place. Very clean and comfortable. Pretty lake view. Plenty of room for us and our dog. Updated throughout with nice kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve g.

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

Great location and incredible house!

We had a fantastic 2 night stay at this amazing property just 10 minutes from Kenyon College. The house was gorgeous, near a lake, and had plenty of space for my family (dog included). Highly recommended for those needing space when visiting the Gambier area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath T.

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

Great stay

Very nice property, no hot tub as advertised, but definitely would use the property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

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

Simply Wonderful

It was perfect! We would stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Clean and convenient to Kenyon and Mt. Vernon

Homeowners did a nice job of maintaining property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel G.

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

Annual golf trip

Brenda’s house was perfect! She was responsive and so easy to talk to, the house was very clean and updated nicely. It was perfect for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesseca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great quiet, peaceful place to stay after attending the 3 day music festival. We were even greeted by a deer when we got back from the store.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susie g.

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

Umcle Bens boat

Gorgeous property, porch looks right out over the water, and its just across the street! Better yet, my son lives less than a mile away, and we fot to do fireworks, on the lake, swim, and visit, all together! We even cooked breakfast and dinner, awesome kitchen for gathering!!Thank you Brenda for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

lake house

Great communication with owner, house was clean and well maintained. Had all the required amenities. Nice neighborhood. Would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Great sray

We loved our stay at Apple Valley. The house was in a great location, and we could see the lake from the front porch. The unit was clean and had lots of space for our family to sleep and spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lad S.

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

Great Weekend at a Great Place

Maybe cleanest VRBO ever! Immaculate. Everything you could want.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024