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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Property grounds
Interior
Smart TV

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Thunder Bay, ON
  • OLG Casino Thunder Bay
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Intercity Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Thunder Bay

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Magnus Theater and within a mile (2 km) of Lake Superior. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • OLG Casino Thunder Bay - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Prince Arthur's Landing - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lakehead University - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Intercity Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪On Deck - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Character Home Away from Home

Beautiful house in a quiet neighborhood. Couple minutes walk to Downtown and Marina park.
15 mins drive to the Airport.
Within 10 mins drive to the Highway, University, College, Hospitals, and other amenities.


The basement of the house has its own entrance in the back and has a tenant staying there.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. 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.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • 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
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

There is a tenant in the basement of the house. 1. No shoes inside the home. 2. No smoking in the house or balcony. No littering of cigarette butts
4. Quiet time after 10 p.m. 6. Please enjoy your meal in the dining room. 7. No pets allowed. 8. Put your garage in the black garbage bag. .
9. Wash the dishes 10. Turn lights off, and unplug electronics you plugged in. 11. Leave towels in washroom 11. A checked out message is appreciated

Pets

  • 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
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: 18

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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Thunder Bay, a short 19-minute walk from Lake Superior and also 19 minutes on foot from OLG Casino Thunder Bay. You'll also find Magnus Theater and Thunder Bay Military Museum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

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

Is this vacation home next 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.

Is Character Home Away from Home good for couples?

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

Does Character Home Away from Home have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Thunder Bay, ON (YQT-Thunder Bay Intl.), which is 8.5 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Character Home Away from Home?

Yes, every accommodation at Character Home Away from Home comes with a porch.

Reviews

Character Home Away from Home Reviews

6.0

5.0/10

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

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Raylene T.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Deana S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Cute character home

This is a cute character home. Had most kitchen items of what we needed while we were there for the weekend. The host responded quickly when we had questions about the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025