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Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper

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A boat with a covered deck area, metal railings, and a rope tied to a pole.
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
A living room with a grey sofa, a television on a wooden stand, and a large window with blinds.
Living area
A kitchen with a sink, a window with blinds, and various kitchen items on the counter.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Port Clinton, OH
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Waterworks Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, African Safari Wildlife Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Clinton

Located within a 5-minute walk of Lake Erie, this houseboat is within a mile (2 km) of Jet Express. Guestrooms at this houseboat include kitchens, patios, and refrigerators.
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What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Waterworks Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • African Safari Wildlife Park - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Catawba Island State Park - 15 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Cedar Point - 29 min drive - 26.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 23 min drive
  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Roger's Seafood House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Brick House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bell Mell Tavern & Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper

Gate Keeper is a houseboat with tons of charm! Wake up to the sounds of the water and go to bed watching an amazing sunset!
New for 2024 and named after our favorite ride st Cedar Point!

The outdoor space of this boat is great! The large front deck has chairs to relax in. The upper deck has patio furniture, perfect to enjoy the evening views.
(Furniture is subject to change as we have lost several pieces over the years due to weather)

Inside you will find a king size bed, kitchen area with fridge/microwave and kcup coffee maker.

The front living area has a futon that can double as additional sleeping area.

While there is a bathroom on the boat, we ask this is used sparingly as the systems are sensitive. We have a BRAND NEW bathhouse that was built at our dock. There are three full bathrooms with regular size showers, toilets and sinks. Just steps away from the boat. (2023)

You will love being able to walk to the beach and having Downtown Port Clinton activities within minutes. Restaurants, bars, live music, festivals, farmers markets, art shows and more! If you have a boat/jet skis/kayak this is the paradise for you. Please let us know if you would like to bring it, we have dock spaces available. There is access to Lake Erie and the Portage River directly from the marina. The Sandusky Bay is only a few minutes’ drive, as well as Cedar Point. The Jet Express is a couple minutes down the road, and you can be to Put N Bay or Kelley’s Island quickly!

Reminder, this is a boat on the water, in a marina. There are other houseboats and personal boats in the marina. The boats do not move from the dock, but simply camping on the water! Depending on the weather, there can be movement. There can also be different kinds of wildlife and bugs. This is similar to camping, but on the water! Spiders, Flies, Mayflies, Nats, etc are all creatures of the water areas. We do spray and clean for these, but want to make you aware that you may see them. We do our best to keep you comfortable! Please let us know if there is anything we can do while you are with us.

Our boats are aluminum and with fluctuating weather conditions they sweat continuously which can cause a musty odor and may not be the ideal stay for someone with asthma or allergies.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Rules

Please ensure all trash is put into the garbage bin on the boat before checkout. Any excessive cleaning will incur an additional charge.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this houseboat?

This houseboat is located in Port Clinton within a short 4-minute walk of Lake Erie. You'll also find Jet Express and Fisherman's Wharf within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper?

No, there isn't parking available at the houseboat.

Is this houseboat next to a casino?

No, this houseboat is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this houseboat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this houseboat.

Is Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this houseboat that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each accommodation with a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper?

No, this houseboat doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this houseboat include breakfast service?

No, this houseboat doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this houseboat allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this houseboat.

Are there connecting rooms at Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper?

No, this houseboat doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper?

Yes, every accommodation at Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper comes with a patio.

Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a fun change of pace from a typical hotel. Was warm and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! I had a wonderful time. A friend joined me for a day, but when I say, "do it alone". Do it alone. I felt very safe. Everyone in town and the adjoining towns were so pleasant. Crows nest was my #1 for food. Village creamery was dessert. Be sure to stop at the great lakes popcorn factory with 30 flavors. The marblehead lighthouse and the confederate cemetery were nice to visit. I 100% recommend Joshua and his house boats!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet getaway! Unique experience. The house boat was clean and the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026