Title: On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat Beachfront, with water park ## Photo gallery for On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat ![Terrace/patio - On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat (Huron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87820000/87812900/87812871/8780bd06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat (Huron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87820000/87812900/87812871/fae9d8b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach - On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat (Huron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87820000/87812900/87812871/09f4c8fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat (Huron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87820000/87812900/87812871/d138c081.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat (Huron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87820000/87812900/87812871/bf4896da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Steps from Old Homestead beach, this luxury cottage in Huron, Ohio offers a serene retreat. Unwind with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in upscale nautical decor, updated appliances and heated patio featuring views of Lake Erie. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82032 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat Luxury cottage that is literally steps from the Old Homestead beach in Huron, Ohio. This beautiful, recently renovated cottage is the perfect retreat, whether you are looking for a week at the beach or a well-appointed, superbly located home base for your Lake Erie Shores and Islands Getaway. Not only is this beautiful retreat steps from the private Old Homestead mile-long beach, but it is just a 5-minute drive to downtown Huron, 10 minutes to Sports Force and Cedar Point Sports Center and 15 minutes to Cedar Point, downtown Sandusky and the Jet Express (for the islands) and features TWO rooms with king beds. This cottage is guaranteed to meet your satisfaction featuring 3-bedrooms and 3-baths in upscale, modern, nautical decor including updated appliances, a washer and dryer, a spacious kitchen and a heated patio, featuring views of Lake Erie. Looking for dining options; the cottage is also within a very short walk to Marconi's Italian Restaurant; a local favorite and very short drive or bike ride to other favorites Old Fish House and Pier Pub. Bedroom 1 has a king bed and a master bathroom; Bedroom 2 has a king bed and bedroom three has a double/twin bunk bed and is a prime spot for kids. This meticulous cottage features living spaces on the 1st and 2nd floor. The patio and terrace space provide an unrivaled view of Lake Erie and Huron Pier sunsets with luxury outdoor living and cooking space. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,032 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114840000/114838400/114838374/fdd17783.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harborview 3-7-4 on Main Huron - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews CA $326 CA $593 total includes taxes & fees Dec 24 - Dec 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=114838374&PinnedHotelID=114838374&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100706000/100705998/97f87cab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Retreat - Serene escape on Lake Erie! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 35 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.39364%2C-82.54079&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CIbsfGImsLguzBLUBVDmKs2008U=) Huron, OH #### What's nearby - Old Woman Creek State Nature Preserve \- 4 min drive \- 4.3 km - Thunderbird Hills Golf Courses \- 5 min drive \- 3.9 km - Sawmill Creek Golf Course \- 5 min drive \- 6.8 km - Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve \- 5 min drive \- 7.1 km - Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center \- 9 min drive \- 13.5 km #### Getting around - Sandusky Station - 19 min drive - Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Angry Bull Steak House - ‬5 min drive - ‪Long John Silver's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Costa Azul Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat? ### What time is check-out at On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat? ### Where is On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## On the Beach! Old Homestead Family Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 6.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine A. Apr 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Lovely, very clean house. Well stocked kitchen. ##### Elaine A. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Molly V., Columbus, Ohio Jul 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, clean and tidy house My group of parents, grandparents and kids enjoyed this property, especially the short stroll to the beach! The house had everything we could want and more. ##### Molly V. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa L. Aug 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Erie get away Great House located in a quiet neighborhood. The private community sandy beach is a short walk from the house and very well maintained. We would stay here again. ##### Lisa L. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn C. Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home inside and out! This is a stunning, well maintained property in a beautiful area! We would definitely choose to stay here again. The property is gorgeous, is extremely well appointed, and has giant TVS, and (what seemed to be brand new!) comfortable furniture, an amazing indoor and outdoor patio, and is just steps away from an amazing private beach! You can even see the lake from some of the windows. Thanks for a great stay! 💯 recommend. ##### Carolyn C. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mickey m. Jul 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable home in a beautiful location We very much enjoyed our stay here. The lake and private Old Homestead beach are beautiful and just a short stroll from the lovely patio. The home is very clean with many great updates. Having 3 full bathrooms and 2 king bedrooms was a big draw for us and we were not disappointed! Lisa and Nick were very responsive from start to finish and very accommodating to every request. We will definitely be interested in returning! ##### mickey m. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tessa G., Columbus, USA Aug 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious clean home, great managers My family and I had a nice stay and were impressed by the spacious sizing of the house. It was very clean which is always appreciated! Our trip included some out-of-our-control non-emergency emergencies (ha) such as a tornado warning. The managers of the home were absolutely responsive and great. The house itself is a short walk to a beach and a short drive to Cedar Point. Great location for our family. ##### Tessa G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise W., Palatine, IL Sep 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Immaculate Home This home is very clean, modern, and nicely decorated. The access to the beach is a big plus. Four of us enjoyed our 3 nights there. There are some good restaurants nearby and proximity to Sandusky is good. Do check with the management before committing if it would bother you that there are no closets available for the 2 downstairs bedrooms. I since suggested they get a couple of portable garment racks because the master closet was locked and the second bedroom has no closet at all. The management company said they’d convey that to the owner. I forgot to also mention that there should be direct lighting over the dining table. We had to move a table lamp over for the 4 of us to enjoy our card games. This being said, we do recommend a stay. ##### Denise W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lawrence Apr 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Not actually ON the beach, but only 100ft around another house on a designated path. The beach is located in a shallow inlet which has warning signs about dangerous currents. The house is comfortable with nice bedrooms and TV access in all but the bunk bed room. TV is app based and getting local channels takes some work, but there is plenty of entertainment available. The kitchen is well stocked and the appliances are very nice. There is not really enough lighting in the living room but during the day the sirfeit of sliding doors and windows keeps the room bright even on cloudy days. It may take some work getting the owner to free up the thermostat-it was locked and required two texts and some pleading to open it. The gas grill is nice but was left very dirty and required a lot of scrubbing. A nice quiet neighborhood with stores and restaurants about 15 minutes West around Sandusky. ##### Lawrence Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah’s Laughlin - A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Laughlin-Hotels-Harrahs-Laughlin-Hotel-Casino.h43310.Hotel-Information) > > [Cedar Point's Castaway Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Cedar-Points-Castaway-Bay.h23527.Hotel-Information) > > [Drury Inn & Suites Dayton North](https://www.expedia.ca/Dayton-Hotels-Drury-Inn-Suites-Dayton-North.h1151933.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Semiahmoo-Resort-Golf-Spa.h13986.Hotel-Information) > > [Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Cedar-Points-Lighthouse-Point.h10985881.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [Cedar Point's Express Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Cedar-Points-Express-Hotel.h3668212.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Landoll's Mohican Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Mansfield-Hotels-Landolls-Mohican-Castle.h10656466.Hotel-Information) > > [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > > [Cedar Point's Hotel Breakers](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Cedar-Points-Hotel-Breakers.h3534251.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information) > > [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Sandusky-OH.h1183594.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake ](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Kings-Land-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h2303745.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information)