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Free Parking-Dog Friendly-0.4mi OWU-Full Kitchen
🔷Key Features🔷 ☀Free street parking in front of the home on a quiet one-way street ☀Dog-friendly w/a fee — bring your furry friends; they like vacations too! ☀Electric fireplace ☀0.2mi to historic downtown Delaware ☀0.4mi to OWU ☀Full-sized washer & dryer ☀Fully equipped kitchen ☀Motorized reclining couch ☀Central heating and cooling (no window AC units!) ☀Note: This is a lower-level suite with a flight of stairs (with handrail) ☀Owned and managed by a local family with 25+ years of residency

Loft-Style 2BR | High Ceilings | Walk to Downtown
A beautifully renovated loft-style apartment with soaring ceilings, chef's kitchen, and everything you need for a stress-free stay near downtown Delaware. The two-bed / 1.5-bath unit features high ceilings in the common areas and master bedroom, a large kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, seating for groups, and plenty of on-site parking. Perfect for families, couples, friends, and business travelers. NOTE: This is a second-floor unit.

Shipping Container/Marysville-Dublin/golf/pets ok
Unique container home duplex hosted by SUPERHOST. Constructed in 2019, it features 11 shipping container boxes - nine 8x20 foot boxes and 2 8x40 foot boxes. We believe it may be the first shipping container double east of the Mississippi River and perhaps unique to the U.S. at the time. The container home is near historic downtown, Marysville Hospital, Muirfield, Mad River SKI, Nestle's, Scotts and Honda of America locations. Enjoy a full kitchen, 2 queen beds & en suite baths and #WFH desk.

Mid-Century Haven: Curated Cottage with Music Room
Escape to our charming 2-bedroom mid-century cottage in Columbus, OH! Perfect for 4 guests, this vintage-inspired retreat features a chef's kitchen, cozy living area with a record player, music room with a piano and guitar, bright bathroom with key toiletries, and a private, fenced backyard with a fire pit and deck. Centrally located in a peaceful neighborhood, it's the ideal pet-friendly base for exploring the city. Enjoy modern comforts like high-speed Wi-Fi in a unique, stylish setting.

Livingston Flat - A German Village Gem
The Livingston Flat is located in historic German Village, directly above one of Columbus’ most beloved bars, Club 185. This charming, 1 bedroom apartment has all the amenities you need to feel right at home. Being just blocks away from downtown, you can easily walk to the best places for dinner and drinks Columbus has to offer. Enjoy the warmth of the gas lanterns on the brick lined streets, as you stroll past the neighborhood's gorgeous historic homes and beautifully landscaped gardens.

Comfy & airy full house, 4mi from central Columbus
Welcome to Westgate! Originally established as a streetcar suburb in the 1920's, Westgate is a quiet family neighborhood 4 miles directly west of downtown Columbus. Our newly-refinished 720 sq foot, 2-bedroom/1 bath 1940's cottage is the perfect mix of original historic charm and modern conveniences. Tucked in a community of lovingly restored homes, walkable tree-lined streets, and just 1/2 block from Westagte Park, you get the best the city has to offer without the hustle and bustle.

Garage~Minutes to Muirfield~Near Powell/Dublin
-Minutes from the award winning Columbus Zoo and the Muirfield Golf Tournament -Located near the suburbs of Powell and Dublin -Short drive to downtown, Short north and OSU! This split level home has tons of space, new beds, and a kitchen with all cooking essentials. A lower level is equipped with foosball, toys and games, and lots of lounging space. This home is perfect for a family getaway or anyone looking to stay a little outside of the city, with easy access to everything!

Hot Tub Nights • Fenced Yard • Pets • Near Easton
Built for families, hardworking crews, busy professionals, and people who need space to recharge. This guest favorite three bedroom ranch offers a private fenced yard for pets, a year round hot tub to unwind after long shifts, and a game shed for downtime. Minutes to the airport, OSU, Easton, and major highways. Enjoy quality mattresses, full kitchen, fast WiFi, washer and dryer, TV, plus ample driveway and street parking. Full home access excluding garage.

Cozy Cottage near Columbus Zoo/Dublin/Powell
Charming village cottage with 100+ 5-star reviews, perfect for families and remote professionals. Comfortably sleeps 7. Features a private yard with a fire pit, dedicated workspaces, and a fully equipped kitchen. Located just 5 minutes from the Memorial Golf Tournament and the Columbus Zoo, our home offers a quiet retreat with modern amenities and high-speed WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of a family-friendly neighborhood with walkable shops and restaurants.

Private Suite | Walk to Memorial Tournament!
Private lower-level guest suite beneath our family home with separate entrance and keypad. Just 6 minutes to Columbus Zoo and Zoombeezi Bay, and close to Bridge Park, Historic Dublin, downtown Powell, and OSU. Three king bedrooms, full kitchen, 1.5 baths, laundry, pool table, board games, and an 85” TV. Large patio with grill and fire pit. Family friendly and well stocked. You may hear normal activity upstairs.

Private Guest House just minutes from Columbus Zoo
Newly remodeled guest house is the perfect location to step away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but still be a 10-20 minute drive from great restaurants, night life, and shopping. It is also located just 5 miles from one of the best zoos in the country, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. The house comfortably fits 2 adults and 2 children. The house is not an ideal place for 4 adults.

Creekside HideAway 2 mi. off 70, 20 min toTheOSU
Country experience 2 mi. off I-70 *THIS SUITE IS ATTACHED TO THE HOUSE WE LIVE IN. *13 acres of farmland and woods on the bank of Little Darby Creek *Fishing opportunity (bring your gear) *2 kayaks available (request in advance) *secluded space surrounded with nature and wildlife *It will be a peaceful place to land after a busy day.
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CityWalk- Short North/Arena/Convention Center
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Uptown Westerville - Otterbein University
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

The Avenue Hot Tub Patio King Bed 5th Ave OSU

Luxe Studio w/ King Bed + Sofa | Walk to OSU/Bars

Modern, Warm, Chic Flat in Westerville

Rustic Treetop Apartment w/ Off Street Parking

Updated Downtown Apartment

Treetop Suite - Sauna - King Bed - Garage Parking

Cozy Downtown Loft | Walk to Shops & Dining

Walk to Otterbein/Uptown! Free Parking! Amenities!
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Destinations to explore
- Ohio Stadium
- Easton Town Center
- Historic Crew Stadium
- Greater Columbus Convention Center
- Ohio State University
- John Bryan State Park
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Muirfield Village Golf Club
- Zoombezi Bay
- Schottenstein Center
- Nationwide Arena
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Deer Creek State Park
- Schiller Park
- Otherworld
- Highbanks Metro Park
- Legend Valley
- Ohio Expo Center & State Fair-W
- Snow Trails
- Hollywood Casino Columbus
- Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
- Ariel-Foundation Park
- Scioto Audubon Metro Park
- Ohio Theatre





