Entire home

Homesmith Cottage Buckeye Lake with Hot Tub!

Photo gallery for Homesmith Cottage Buckeye Lake with Hot Tub!

Cozy dining/living room area perfect for relaxing after a long day at the lake
Home is close to the lake and all the attractions
Private kitchen
Coffee bar for our coffee lovers
Fully equipped kitchen for all your dining needs

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 465.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Buckeye Lake, Ohio
  • Buckeye Lake Brewery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • National Trail Raceway
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Buckeye Lake State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Homesmith Cottage Buckeye Lake with Hot Tub!

Summary:
Welcome to this hidden gem right in the heart of Buckeye Lake! This cozy home provides a tranquil retreat while offering convenient access to all the attractions and activities the area has to offer with plenty of free parking, so bring your boat and trailer!

You'll be near (Within Walking distance or a short drive) to the Buckeye Lake Brewery, Chef Shack, Buckeye Lake Margarita's , Boatyard, Pizza Cottage, Dips Ice cream and 3XP Tours!

This cozy cottage sleeps 4 comfortably. There are 2 Queen size beds available. We have recently replaced both beds and added memory foam mattress toppers for extra comfort.

The Space:
🛏️ 2 Bedrooms | 1 Full bath
Each bedroom features a comfy queen-sized bed, soft linens, and a cozy vibe that makes it easy to unwind.

Living Space:
Kick back in the open, cozy living area — perfect for relaxing, catching a show, or hanging out with friends and family.

Fully Equipped Kitchen:
Whip up your favorite meals in our modern kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, microwave, fridge, and all the cookware and utensils you’ll need.

Entertainment Options:
Stream your favorite shows and movies on our smart TV with access to Netflix, Hulu, and more.

Free Wi-Fi:
Stay connected with fast, reliable Wi-Fi throughout the home.

Sparkling Clean Bathroom:
Freshen up in our spotless bathroom, with our rain-fall style walk in shower with multiple different settings, stocked with fluffy towels, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries.

Air Conditioning & Heating:
Stay comfy year-round with easy-to-control air conditioning and heating.

Washer & Dryer:
No need to overpack — our in-unit washer and dryer have you covered.

Outdoor Space:
Enjoy sunny mornings on the private porch or backyard, fire up the grill, and spend your evenings gathered around the fire-pit under the stars.

Safety Features:
Your safety matters — we’ve got smoke detectors, a first aid kit, and emergency contacts ready for peace of mind.

Parking:
You’ll have convenient on-site parking during your stay. There is plenty of room so bring your boat!

🌟Local attractions & Essentials:
Unbeatable Location-Steps from Buckeye Lake!

🛶Lakeside Fun & Food
Chef Shack and Brewery-0.3 miles
Great eats and local brews in a casual, fun atmosphere with pet friendly outdoor seating.

Boatyard & Dips Ice Cream-0.3 mile
Great food, entertainment and waterside dining just around the corner.

North Short Boat Ramp & Walking/Biking Trail-0.4 miles
Perfect for launching watercraft or enjoying a scenic stroll.

3XP Tours-0.3 mile
Kayak & bike rentals with guided tour options

The Dirty Oar-5.1 miles
Lakeside bar with food, music, drinks and a relaxed vibe.

Buckeye Lake Margaritas-.5 miles
Mexican favorites and margaritas with a fun atmosphere

Papa Boo's-5.2 miles
Popular waterfront bar and grill with music and great food.

Waterfront Bar & Grill-5.7 miles
Casual lakeside dining with great food and drinks.

Horvaths Harbor-7.2 miles
Stylish lakeside restaurant with a great menu and vibe.

Buckeye Lake Winery-11.0 miles
Scenic winery offering gourmet foods, local wines, and lake views.

Pizza Cottage (Buckeye Lake)-0.5 miles
Local Favorite for pizza, subs, and casual dining.

🎶Events & Entertainment
Legend Valley-5.4 miles
Outdoor venue for major concerts, festivals, and events.

National Trail Raceway-6.2 miles
Drag racing track

Heath City Water Park-7.4 miles
Multiple pools, waterslides, a lazy river, splash zones, and a diving well.

🛍️ Shops & Essentials
Rittberger’s Market (Buckeye Lake) – 0.8 miles
Great local spot for fresh meats and groceries.

Dollar General (Buckeye Lake) – 0.8 miles
Quick stop for everyday essentials.

Kroger (Hebron) – 3.0 miles
Full grocery store just a short drive away.

Perfect For:
✔️ Couples looking for a romantic escape
✔️ Small families on a fun getaway
✔️ Business travelers wanting a cozy, home-like stay

We’d love to host you and help make your trip to Buckeye Lake a memorable one — welcome home!

Note: All Short-Term Rentals in the Village of Buckeye Lake follow Ordinances #2022-56, #2023-27, and #2023-60.

Guest Access:
Door code for self entry

The Neighborhood:
Located in a quiet residential area just a short drive or walk to all the Buckeye Lake attractions.

Getting Around:
Chef Shack, The Buckeye Lake Brewery, The Boat Yard & dips ice-cream are all within walking distance of this home.

Other Things to Note:
Our rental is located in a quiet and safe residential area, just a short walk to Buckeye Lake attractions. While some neighboring homes are older and less updated, our property offers a clean, comfortable, and well-maintained space for your stay. Guests love the peaceful atmosphere and convenient location!

Bugs & Critters: Please note we routinely spray the property for bugs and insects, however, if you do come across any little critters please keep in mind that Buckeye Lake is a lakeside area with plenty of nature nearby. To help prevent this, keep the doors closed and do not leave food out that tends to attract them.

Interaction with Guests:
We are available during your stay

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Lake view

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking: Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the home. If there is any noticeable smell of smoke after your stay, a $250 fee will be charged t...

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

Buckeye Lake

Located in Buckeye Lake, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve and Buckeye Lake State Park, while Daweswood House Museum and History Center and Heisey Glass Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lancer Stadium or National Trail Raceway. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
Map
Buckeye Lake, Ohio

What's nearby

  • Watkins Island - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Buckeye Lake Brewery - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Trail Raceway - 8 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Buckeye Lake State Park - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Denison University - 17 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rest Area 5-18 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hebron Dari Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buckeye Lake Winery - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Homesmith Cottage Buckeye Lake with Hot Tub! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Homesmith Cottage Buckeye Lake with Hot Tub!?

As of 23 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Homesmith Cottage Buckeye Lake with Hot Tub! on 24 Apr 2025 start from AU$314.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Homesmith Cottage Buckeye Lake with Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Homesmith Cottage Buckeye Lake with Hot Tub!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Homesmith Cottage Buckeye Lake with Hot Tub! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Watkins Island and Buckeye Lake Brewery. Crane Island and Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

7.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

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

Buckeye Lake

Had a fun stay. Lake isn’t too far away, was able to walk to it. Home was nice comfortable. Easy check in process. The neighborhood was a little iffy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Keri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Just OK

Pros: The cottage is updated, cute, nicely decorated, clean and relatively short walk to some eateries, bars and the neighborhood is pretty quiet. Contactless check-in is very simple. Hot tub and shower are nice. Kitchen/ bathroom are amply equipped. Linens are good quality and plentiful, especially appreciate extra towels for the hot tub. Complimentary basket of snacks and Kcups are great.Cons: The neighborhood, many homes/ mobile homes surrounding this cottage are rundown and unsightly - though we had no issues, just felt a bit uneasy. Sofa is not comfortable to sit for any length of time, beds felt ok initially but my husband and I each woke with a sore, stiff back and neck. Both beds are also very squeaky with even the slightest movement. The only access to the hot tub is through very painful gravel.(bring flip-flops!)Wish it had: Bedside lamps for reading etc. rather than the bright ceiling light that is only controlled by the wall switch at the door. I prefer to have TVs in the bedrooms. Also, a full length mirror somewhere for getting ready.*Don't miss these gems while visiting: Buckeye Lake Winery, Horvath's Harbor/ Buckeye Lake Coffee co., and Coffee Shack (I'd definitely return to all of these places)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolia B.

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

Nice place to stay close to everything in town

Shower was awesome hot tub needed a little more maintenance but other then that would stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

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

Great stay for a short birthday get away!

Property was very clean and cozy. The best were very comfortable and we all felt very rested after our weekend. The hot tub didnt get very warm. It was very cold outside, so its understandable it may struggle. Over all enjoyed the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamarkus C.

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

Nice Stay

Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard C.

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

Exceeded our Expectations!!

We had a wonderful stay and the home was clean, fresh and overall well maintained. We will consider renting again when we are back in the area a year from now.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Bert N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Weekend Getaway

Nice little house for a weekend getaway. Looks just like the pics and very clean. Easy access code was sent to us so contactless check in is always a plus. Very walkable to area bars and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again, really enjoyed walking over to the lake and hanging out at the boatyard bar and grill and listening to the entertainment and looking out at the beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

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

Peaceful Cottage

We had a wonderful stay at Buckeye Lake while in the area for work. We are so glad we extended our weekend! This home is close to the Buckeye Lake Dam Trail, the public kayak launch, and The Blue Heron Kitchen and Pub, which was absolutely delightful!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Perfect Place

Hostess was accommodating, was easy to communicate with and responded quickly! Will recommend this to all our visitors!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack K.

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

Excellent cottage!

My wife and I stayed at the cottage for one night on our drive west. The cottage was actually more than we needed but we enjoyed the extra amenities nonetheless. It would be an excellent choice for an extended stay. Location was very convenient. The waterfront, pubs and restaurants are a short walk away. Communication, heck in & checkout were flawless!.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickie W.

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

Cute home

Cute and clean home will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie O.

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

Cozy Cottage

The property was very cute. It was very nice inside and it was clean. The cottage is only 2 blocks from Buckeye Lake. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

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

Such a cute house!

We had a great time! We stayed for 3 night and we're given the option to check in early. The first time we were leaving the house we had issues with the lock on the door beeping but we're able to quickly get a hold of the property manager and she came out and fixed. The house is super clean. The beds and pillows are super comfortable and the shower was amazing. Location was close to everything. The neighborhood didn't look the safest at first but we had no issues at all!! It was actually very quiet! We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Chad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Anniversary Get Away

This was a quick one night get away. Getting into the property was an issue. Upon arrival, the code given for the lock didn't work. I attempted to call the property management company, however it was after 5pm and they were closed. I contacted vbro customer service, after about an 1 waiting outside, they were finally able to get the host to unlock the door remotely. Vrbo was unwilling to give me anythings compensation for my troubles, which is disappointing as I paid a lot for one night stay. (), I think a partial refund would have been nice. it was not a smooth start to the trip. While the property was nice, unfortunately, this will be how the trip was remembered.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

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

Cozy

Nice property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann H.

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

Spotless

Clean home, comfortable mattress and fantastic shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

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

Great weekend getaway

The house was exactly what we were wanting. It was adorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Your host

Host profile image

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests