Title: Akron (Portage Lakes) Peaceful Lakefront Cottage with Kayaks - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Akron (Portage Lakes) Peaceful Lakefront Cottage with Kayaks ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91240000/91238100/91238060/9eafe25f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91240000/91238100/91238060/d8432151.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91240000/91238100/91238060/b403e17f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91240000/91238100/91238060/f046b5ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91240000/91238100/91238060/f70a4c4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Portage Lakes, this picturesque community offers a serene retreat. Enjoy kayaking on the lake, swimming, or relaxing with a fishing pole. Unwind at your home away from home with an outdoor gas grill and Tiki Torches for ambiance. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Akron (Portage Lakes) Peaceful Lakefront Cottage with Kayaks Imagine being surrounded by nature away from everything but still only minutes from all the luxuries of what you need & want. Picturesque community in the heart of Portage Lakes that reminds you of what life used to be like. Quiet & enjoyable, whether your cooking out, kayaking on the lake, swimming, or relaxing with a fishing pole. Need or forgot something, Acme fresh market is less than 5 minutes away with no traffic along with an array of restaurants & shops. Not to mention endless parks, biking & hiking trails. 20-25 mins will get you to The Pro Football Hall of Fame, Akron Zoo, The Science Center, Cuyahoga National Forest & Golf courses. The Rock-n-Roll Hall of Fame is 40-45 mins & the No.1 Amusement Park in the World Cedar Point is just over an hour away. What you will notice about what we are trying to do here is make everything less stressful. Like providing outdoor gas grill with gas, kayaks with life vests for all sizes, Tiki Torches for those nights whether you need them or just want them for ambiance. We also try to surround you with plants & flowers. Binoculars to watch humming birds & owls, wood peckers and other beautiful birds. Everything nature has to offer is just a stay away. We have completely remodeled everything from Fresh paint, New furniture, floors & trim, cabinets to the granite counter tops and then some. It will stay nice and (clean) for every guest that stays with us, that's our promise to you. We believe we will be your come back destination. See You Soon... P.S. People with mobility or weight issues may have trouble at our location. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Golf - Kayak - Water park - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Comprehensive recycling policy - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Property does not allow children - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 30 ### 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 For guest only. No loud noises, parties, or going on neighbors property. Strictly enforced. Please if you think your vehicle leaks fluid of any kind, park across the street in our graveled parking lot. For guest to use also. No rearranging furniture of any kind. No cutting on anything without the cutting boards provided. Nothing unnatural goes in the toilet (septic tank) ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) Note from host: Can't be left alone uncaged - Must clean up waste ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock 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 ## 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%7C41.00643%2C-81.54611&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DD10iyJM7fiyujB8VwKg_TCCpe8=) Akron, OH #### What's nearby - Portage Lakes State Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km - Firestone Country Club - 6 min drive - 5.0 km - University of Akron - 11 min drive - 12.6 km - Akron Children's Hospital - 12 min drive - 13.3 km - Akron Civic Theater - 12 min drive - 11.1 km #### Getting around - Akron, OH (AKC-Akron Fulton Intl.) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk - ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min walk - Circle K - ‪Tito's Mexican Grill - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Akron (Portage Lakes) Peaceful Lakefront Cottage with Kayaks pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Akron (Portage Lakes) Peaceful Lakefront Cottage with Kayaks ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Akron (Portage Lakes) Peaceful Lakefront Cottage with Kayaks ? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Akron (Portage Lakes) Peaceful Lakefront Cottage with Kayaks located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Portage Lakes State Park, Summa Barberton Hospital Barberton Area Family Practice, and Firestone Country Club. Firestone Stadium and Topgolf are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Akron (Portage Lakes) Peaceful Lakefront Cottage with Kayaks Reviews 9.4 ### 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 39 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen F. Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful weekend Would book this spot again. ##### Colleen F. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy E. May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cottage The cottage was exactly as presented in the listing. The Owner touched base with us multiple times to check if we needed anything. Overall, a great experience. ##### Tracy E. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy E. May 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet retreat My husband and I stayed for a couple of days, and it’s such a beautiful setting! The house is super neat and clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay! We enjoyed sitting on the deck soaking in the peacefulness and watching the wildlife by the lake. Our host was wonderful, checking in to be sure we arrived safely (late check-in). The check-in and check out process was super easy and smooth. All in all, this was a terrific experience! Highly recommended this lovely property. ##### Sandy E. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Crystal E. Mar 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Location and Property The owner was so accommodating! I lost my mom this past week and the house was so warm and inviting just what we needed . The owner was very friendly and inviting. Such a Beautiful view ! Thank you ##### Crystal E. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad W. May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Spot To Get Away My wife and I had a relaxing time at this location. It was great being right on the lake. We were able to fish and kayak from the back yard. It felt safe and secluded.The property manager was great. We had a bad storm come through overnight and lost power. He arranged for someone to come over and clean up the debris without us even asking.And if you are into wildlife, this is a great spot. We saw a bald eagle, hawks, cranes, otters and blue jays...All from the back patio.The location is only a couple minutes away from a grocery store, which was very convenient. ##### Brad W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom L. Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay We had a great time. Very relaxing and enjoyed kayaking the lake ##### Tom L. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda A. Oct 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place Was a quick weekend. All was nice. Great location ##### Linda A. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa J. May 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing getaway This was a great place for a long weekend! ##### Lisa J. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon K. Nov 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun cottage! We had a great time. Thank you very much. ##### Sharon K. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda Sep 17, 2023 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful place ##### Linda Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherre H. Sep 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Nice quiet location! Everything was clean and as stated it would be! ##### Sherre H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise M. Jul 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and good communication This was a perfect little spot for us to spend a few relaxing days directly on the lake. We loved having the kayaks! Steve was prompt with all his communication, and we would stay here again :) ##### Denise M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina W. Sep 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very convenient This quaint cottage on the lake was very nice and comfortable. Enjoyed our stay. ##### Gina W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie F. Jan 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great visit in cozy cottage Our stay was great in a cozy cottage. Loved how clean it was , the yard for walking dog , and the view. We will be back ##### Jamie F. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah C. Sep 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient We wanted some place close for a long weekend. The house was tiny but tastefully decorated with a nice outdoor area. The dock was safe but could use some updating. Owners were super easy to work with let us keep our boat at the dock. We would stay again! ##### Deborah C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael G. Jan 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for my kids and I Traveled over the holidays with my 10 year old and grown teen boys to see family nearby. The house fit our needs perfectly.Read the reviews to get a little more insight into the place beyond the description (other than the one where someone drunkenly walked into a neighbors house). The description is accurate, the reviews, for the most part, are accurate, and when we're back in the area we will absolutely look at staying here again.The host is responsive, the neighborhood is quiet, the lake is great, and the place was exceptionally clean.Thank you for having us Steve! ##### Michael G. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B., Coshocton, Ohio USA Sep 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet, Clean & Comfy A much needed dose of quiet time away from the day to day grind & and this great little place provided it. ##### Robert B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### trudi d. May 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Bird Watching & Fishing Paradise! Cute Cozy Cottage with awesome view and deck, back yard was great! Good location, walking distance to bait shop and Steve/host was fabulous! ##### trudi d. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marylynn E. Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint and Clean Property is exactly as advertised. Owners were responsive. We had beautiful weather and thoroughly enjoyed the outside space. Appreciated that linens and basics were provided. We were in the area to visit family and are very pleased we chose this cottage over a hotel. Thank you! ##### Marylynn E. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Carol R. Nov 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Days on the lake We met friends from Columbus for the weekend. This house was within easy driving distance of the Towpath trail. We also toured Stan Hywet. The outdoor setting is beautiful. The drawback was that the only toilet is upstairs in a half bath. One of the bedrooms is downstairs. And there is a narrow metal winding staircase to go up and down ##### Carol R. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi H. Jun 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet retreat We had a wonderful quiet stay at the lake house. Although tiny it had everything we needed. Owner quickly responded to all messages. Neighborhood felt safe and found many things to do in the area. ##### Heidi H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Y. Aug 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Roots Vacation! The property was as described to a tee! The Lake view was Great! Communication with Steve was great too! We would book it again! It was good to visit where I grew up! ##### James Y. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andreas P. May 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location, location, location, ... ... if you are a nature lover and don't want to miss the proximity to a big city and the comfort of a well-maintained property: this lakefront cottage is perfect for you. ##### Andreas P. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean B. Sep 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing lake view cottage We really enjoyed kayaking on the lake in the comfortable kayaks supplied by the owner. There was a lot of birdlife on the lake and we sat on the deck and patio enjoying them and the lovely flowers and plantings in the yard. We had fun also checking out Cuyahoga National Park which was not far away. ##### Jean B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori p. Apr 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed our Stay We enjoyed our stay. The cottage was nicely decorated and very clean. We had what we needed to cook and be comfortable there. The back yard was so beautiful and we enjoyed relaxing on the deck. There was lots of wild life surrounding the lake - we even observed a Bald Eagle - the provided binoculars helped too. We were close to the Ohio to Erie bike path and enjoyed riding bikes into Akron. The host communicated well and we had a very relaxing time. ##### Lori p. 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