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Living Room w/ Smart TV
Fully Stocked Kitchen!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Loveland, OH
  • Loveland Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kings Island
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Great Wolf Lodge Cincinnati Mason
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Lookout, A River Retreat

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Baths | Sleeps 14

Celebrate any season and relax with the whole family at The Lookout - our first spacious river retreat at Watershed! Located directly on the majestic Little Miami River, surrounded by wooded hillsides, and a natural wellspring-fed creek, this is the ideal setting for both relaxation & fun for all ages. You'll fall in love with the park-like grounds, the fire pit surrounded by adirondack chairs, & sweeping river views, as well as over 300 ft of private shoreline to wade out in pristine waters, cast a line and snag a smallmouth, or easily launch a kayak for a lazy float trip with friends.

If unlimited options for ‘unplugged’ family fun (without having to drive anywhere) is what you’ve been seeking, The Lookout delivers like no other vacation retreat! Tune in to nature’s soundtrack of rustling leaves, clear, rushing creek water, and excited shouts of discovery from the kids, when they spot their first salamander, crawdad…or maybe even an arrowhead! Enjoy your morning coffee by the water, watching the bald eagles soar through the Sycamore trees, or unwind with an evening glass of wine on the comfy rockers of the private deck.

Share old memories and make new ones over some toasty s’mores around the campfire and fall asleep to a free nightly symphony, compliments of the crickets and bullfrogs in the distance . If it gets a little rainy, come inside and choose a board game, work a jigsaw puzzle, play a retro 2-player arcade video game, or watch a family movie on one of the giant flat screens.

Rested & Relaxed, it’s time to venture into downtown Loveland! While you may feel removed from it all, just remember that all of Loveland’s modern conveniences are just a short ride away - luxury restaurants, quaint boutiques, cold (adult!) beverages. Plus, quick trips to the grocery store or a great local pizza or Mexican restaurant are less than a 5 minute drive from the house!

Coming Soon - ‘The Heist’! Built in 1860 and currently undergoing restoration, this historic, character-filled cabin will be joining the Watershed collection in July! Earning it’s place in Cincinnati lore for a famous Rembrandt art heist (gone wrong), this quiet riverfront cabin is loaded with quirky features, comfy swings on screened porches, a private campfire area by the rushing creek and even a working outhouse. Check back for updates on progress!


House Features:
- Renovation 2023 - Fully Updated
- Fully Stocked Kitchen
- Private Back Deck w/ Seating for 8-10+
- Sleeps 14 People! (Four Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms)
- Family Friendly (Pack-N-Play, High Chair, Kid Games, etc)
- Direct, access to the Little Miami River, kayak/canoe launch from private shoreline
- Plenty of Onsite Parking
- Gathering Area on the River w/ Seating & Fire Pit
- Creak Walking
- All Digital Access - High-speed Fioptics WiFi
- Powerful Wifi (in house)
- Two Large Living Spaces w/ Smart TVs!
- Tech Friendly
- Available for Corporate retreats
- Located less than 10 Minutes to Kings Island
- Loveland Bike Trail - Several Access Points Within Minutes from House (Closest Access 8 Minutes via Bike) Family Friendly Mostly Flat Ride
- Located 30 Minutes to Downtown Cincinnati
- Less than 5 Min from major showing locations (Grocery Stores, Shopping, etc)
- Public Goods (Soaps, Shampoos, Conditioners)


Things to Do:
Downtown Loveland | Open Container
Several Higher End establishments (Bars, Eateries, Boutiques, Ice Cream Shops, Coffee Shops, Sweets, Pizza and more), Live entertainment on the river Options!
Loveland Bike Trail (Bike Rentals, Water Toys Rentals, etc )
Kings Island & Soak City (Less than 10 Minutes Away)
Historic Loveland Castle
Loveland PlayHouse
Fishing (Ohio Gaming License Required)
Nearby Golf Courses
Loveland Farmers Market
HOUSE RULES

Please note, we do have a few house rules for you to follow:

We do NOT allow smoking of any kind on the property. This includes, but is not limited to, cigarettes, weed, or any type of illegal substance. If determined that smoking has occurred on the property during your stay, you as the listed guest will be subject to a $250 fine upon check out.

Per the City of Cincinnati and its ordinances, the number of people on the reservation must NOT be exceeded at any time unless otherwise approved by the host. If determined that an additional guest visited the property during your stay, you will be subject to a $500 fine upon check out.

Cameras that are on the exterior of the property are recording 24/7 and can be used to support host if needed. We have a zero tolerance policy. Please note that at anytime we find out that the connection point on the interior of the property has been adjusted, it would be subject to fine or removal from the property.

**Please do not unplug/disconnect any internet routers or boxes without first contacting us! Our unit security requires an active internet signal at all times. Unplugging any router/box without host approval result in an additional fee. The unit will also be subject to host entry to remedy the issue at our discretion.**

Property manager

Drew Homan
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Loveland

Loveland is home to this holiday home. Liberty Center and Kenwood Towne Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Kings Island. Great Wolf Lodge Cincinnati Mason and Courts4Sports are also worth visiting.
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Loveland, OH

What's nearby

  • Loveland Castle - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Little Miami State Park - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Kings Island - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Cincinnati Mason - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Lindner Family Tennis Center - 13 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Monkey Bar & Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Victory Pints - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mile 42 Coffee - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lookout, A River Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lookout, A River Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lookout, A River Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lookout, A River Retreat located?

Situated in Loveland, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Foster Trailhead, Loveland Castle and Matt Haverkamp Foundation Dog Park. Kings Island and Governor's Plaza are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Berni

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

Great place for a get away!

Nice house, stocked with everything you need for some time away from home. Beds were comfortable and the linens were amazing! Would easily rent from these owners again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

River House stay

We enjoyed our stay at the River House. It was just as listed. The house was clean! We always got a prompt response when we had questions. We were very pleased with the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Old wexy

Kind of a drive out there
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

River Stay

It was summer so we did Kings Island, and Noahs Ark,and played pickleball at Keehner Park in Mason, went to Jungle Jims a good time had by all and memories made with kids and grandkids. We were comfortable and slept well no issues with the place, it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Christmas Gathering

Wonderful property! We have some tall family members who had to be careful enjoying the lower level, but overall it was very comfortable and exceptionally clean. Owners were super on communication. Would definitely book again in the future. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

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

Ohio Family Trip

The Lookout - River Retreat: a beautifully decorated & roomy house! Loved all the ‘fish/river/outdoors’ theme throughout the house. The beds were very comfortable & overall the house was very clean. Plenty of towels/washcloths. It was at a convenient (to great restaurants & shopping in Loveland)/scenic location. We came to Ohio to visit family in various town in nearby areas & the house was located so that traveling was quite easy. It was a very easy check-in & check-out. What few issues that may have occurred - Drew was responsive / helpful. We would definitely love to return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Drew Homan

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