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Reviews of 1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes


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Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 144 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 144 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Stay
The host was quick with communication and the property is beautiful. Backyard butts up against the channel so you can see the sunsets and boats passing through. Very lovely and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for peace and an eclipse
We traveled to Ohio to see the total eclipse and catch an Akron RubberDucks game. This was a perfect spot for both. Convenient, clean, comfortable, quiet and SPACIOUS! We just relaxed. We would 100% stay here again and again if we ever return to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2024
Thanks for your review. Glad you enjoyed your visit and we lucked out on the eclipse.

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice family unit in the basement.
Stayed for just a few nights with our Labrador. Neighborhood is quiet walkable with 25 mph side streets. Upon entry into the unit you are at small landing at top of stairs, we decided we would clean the dogs paws in the garage then enter the unit, as more space. Nice patio entry from kitchen to the backyard. You can hear the owners walking around upstairs occasionally, not a huge problem just took our hyperalert dog some time to get used to. Cleanliness was good, their were some dead bugs but I would anticipate they would get cleaned during deep spring cleaning. We didn't have to clean anything to make our stay enjoyable. Enjoyed the Zero filter water for the well water.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle and Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Celebrating our son’s 25 th birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great place to stay and we plan on coming back next year.
Above
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is everything they say, and more!
Our stay with David and Marty was our best short term rental ever. Everything they promised was there, plus lots of nice surprises like the delicious cookies they sent to us. We were grieving the loss of a loved one and David and Marty did everything they could to make us, and our visitors, feel at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Pleasant stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
What an amazing place to stay highly recommend.Very quiet neighborhood, setting was beautiful and the owners were very friendly. Looking forward to returning next year. Close to everything we needed vwish we had more time to explore more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2023
Thanks for your kind words. We look forward to seeing you again.

10/10 Excellent

Christi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Long Weekend
Beautiful property that is quiet and secluded. All the little extras made our stay very comfortable. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. We visited several great wineries and restaurants close by. I hope to visit again next year!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun 2023
Christi was a wonderful guest. Extremely concerned about her puppy bothering us when barking, it did not, and left our rental in excellent condition.

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Z., Louisville, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Impressive place on the lake.
David and Marty are excellent hosts. They let us arrive early and said we could stay an hour later. The apartment was very spacious and clean. The back yard was nice and we had a fire pit to ourselves. We brought our dog and he was able to stay in the apartment while we kayaked and went out to dinner. The house is in a great location. We took walks and got to see a turtle and a deer. Just down the road was a public yacht club, we didn't stop in but it looked very nice. Many bars and restaurants within a 5-10 minute drive. Definitely would stay again. Thank you both for being so accommodating to us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ohio Senior Open at Firestone CC
Perfect place for us to stay during our golf at Firestone.Super friendly owners, clean, quiet and in a beautiful neighborhood. Always our #1 choice when coming to Akron area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2023
Thanks for choosing us again. We enjoy hosting your group.

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Perfect location for us to stay to visit family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2023
Thanks for the great clean up!

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay with great access to lake
Extremely quiet, peaceful stay with easy access to fishing and kayaking off the dock into the channel from their back yard. ~20 mins to Cuyahoga Falls National Park with lots of beautiful places to hike and bike. Only reality check is the per night $ adder for additional individuals beyond 2- it added it prior to us booking, but initially we didn't notice that when we first found the property. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2023
Thank you for your review. Our daughter, and her husband, have several vacation rentals. They insist our price is too low. I informed them that we charged for each additional guest over 2. They thought that was good but still not enough for all the amenities available. They are about to open 3 rentals in Geneva, OH vineyard area near the Lake Erie shore. If you are interested they may have it listed, since they plan to open in 2-3 weeks to their first guests. The Cork Cottages

8/10 Good

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
The house was perfect, host perfect, didn't have very much firewood, or charcoal, boat dock, and lake not so much, dock need cleaned (hot host falt the state was cleaning lake was dredging had lot of trouble getting pontoon in and out of boat dock that part ) Over all my Amish friends enjoyed and already talking about a week vata
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2023
Overall I was pleased with their stay. Cleaning the boat slip is pointless since the dredging has torn out vegetation that floats up the channel and a lot into the boat slip. I am wondering what to do about drawing water for lawn irrigation this summer. Half of the dock, the area where guests would board, was cleaned, stained and repaired. One issue, perhaps a result of trying to remain isolated from today's world, was recycling. We have a sign in the kitchen that requests guests recycle and there is a trash can for recyclables outside the kitchen door. A few guests are not very good at recycling. Amish recycling was non existent. Charcoal... as I mentioned to you there was charcoal in the kitchen broom closet (it is still there) and I would get more if needed. We also had a bag in the garage. Firewood...I guess we could raise the rental rate and provide it. Plenty of firewood for sale 1/4 mile away at reasonable prices. First complaint on firewood in 8 years of renting.

10/10 Excellent

Richelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large Space, Beautiful Setting
Dave was a great host, always available, if we had questions or needs. This space is huge and well-equipped!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2023
Thanks for you response and thank you for the great condition you left our home. It really helped in preparing for the next guest.

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable
Quiet, comfortable place with very scenic neighborhood -nature, water, wildlife. Host us friendly and accommodating. Will be back when visiting family in area
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

tracy g., Coventry township

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Enjoyed our long weekend with family. Living space was nice and roomy. The down side was not handicapped friendly. That would be the only thing that could be improved on. The host was very friendly and very accommodating. Thank you for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2022
Thanks for your suggestion. I added a bar for the toilet in the master br and realized how much it would help those with a handicap as well as older guests.

8/10 Good

Carrie Ginny L.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 night stay
This is a very spacious place to stay and allowed us to bring our 2 pups. There was one issue and that is the shower was not clean, had a hair in it, and a dried up used washcloth hanging on the shower bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
Property was nice, clean, great neighborhood and the fall colors were beautiful. Restaurants were close by and many things to do in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property!
Very spacious accommodations with a lovely setting! Quiet and private, I wish we had more time to enjoy it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Paradise
We are grateful to the wonderful hosts who shared their beautiful home with our family. If you are looking for clean, beautiful serenity, this is it. We would definitely stay there in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location, Clean and very comfortable
Our second time here and a perfect place to put up my friends for the weekend while we tra
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeds Expectations
All facets of the renting experience were exemplary.
Stayed 44 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2022
Thank you for your kind words and rating. We were pleased to host you. We are a bit curious why you did not use our master bed and bath suite.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, clean , stocked with everything needed
Check in was accurate and as planned , tons of space and a great outdoor area .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Wonderful setting great home, owner very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Great interaction with host, quiet, clean, beautiful setting. We’ll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L., Woodstock

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
Calm and quiet. Nice location near Lake and short drive to reservoir for kayaking.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a wonderful weekend. Perfect weekend!
I would highly recommend staying at this location. It’s very central and nice access to the lake
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant and relaxing stay.
We would stay there again. The surrounding area and lake is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility on the Portage Lakes
This property is a beautiful, tranquil setting on a channel leading to the Portage Lakes. We spent a perfect half day sitting outside at the picnic table watching the birds and boats going by. It’s also a wonderful base of activities for the area around the Portage Lakes. The rental is a quiet, spacious, comfortable haven with a beautiful view. The owners were very helpful, responsive, and accommodating. They provide a lot of information about local attractions, gear to enjoy the outdoors, as well as the usual staples. Check-in and communication were a breeze. We would stay there again and would wholeheartedly recommend this as a restful stay or place for small gatherings for others.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2022
Thank you for your kind words about our vacation rental. We have been fortunate to host, and meet, many fine people from many places. It was a pleasure to host your group.

10/10 Excellent

Raymond P., Macedon, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Throughly enjoyed out stay. Plenty of room, large living room with floor to ceiling windows. Enjoyed coffee in the kitchen watching the cranes come and go. Even daisy our GR enjoyed watching the squirrels ducks and birds Would definitely recommend and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2022
We are so pleased you enjoyed our home.

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Portage Lake Area
Amazing lower level apartment in a beautiful community.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Thank you for staying with us. Hope you enjoyed it.

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and quiet
This is a lovely home in a great location. Just what I needed for a few days away. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
We loved being right on the water! What a beautiful view. It was very relaxing and we enjoyed being out on the patio. I wish I could wake up to that view everyday.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We love this time of year when all the different bird species return as well as those that rest on the water a few days while heading much further north.

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful neighborhood and outdoor scenery.
Beautiful location. Comfortable and clean. Spacious with everything you could need or want. Dog friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn J., Sterling, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location with lots of space
Had a nice visit to see family and stayed here. This space is very large and can comfortably fit 6+ people. Kitchen is well stocked. Yard is very nice and well lit for my pups. Owner is extremely responsive and I never wanted for anything. I will certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Troy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Hosts went above and beyond true hospitality. The cookies were a warm welcome. Never have seen such a well stocked vacation rental with condiments and sporting equipment for all seasons. I would recommend staying here if in the area. .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2021
Thanks for the rating. Hope you enjoyed your stay. Hope RocknRoll HOF was good.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place i ever Rented
Used to live in area 17 years ago. Wonderful to be back. You will not find a more comfortable stay, beautiful house and grounds. Cannot say enough....go!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prettier than the pictures.
Spacious and gorgeous and very private. The inside is a little dated but it wasn’t that big of a deal since we were staying and not buying. Gracious hosts. A wonderful place to have girls week.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2021
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope it was warm enough. We may have had a momentary power outage which reset the system to default Back to normal operation now. Question: would you rather pay a little more for more up to date styling or pay the current rate for the current decor?

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting!!!
The home was very clean and accommodating! All the amenities and then some. Owner was very quick to respond and helpful!! Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time on the lake!!
Property was clean and was well stocked. We had a great time renting a pontoon and checking out the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2021
Thanks for the great clean up. Glad you enjoyed our place.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Portage Lakes Getaway
Beautiful property. Well maintained inside and out. Perfect for two couples because of two separate closed off sleeping areas, each with a bathroom. Well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2021
Enjoyed hosting your group. Thanks for the great clean up.

10/10 Excellent

Christi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Expansive rental
We had a great stay at Marty & Dave’s! The house was well stocked and prepared for multiple guests. House was clean and spacious - plenty of room to spread out and do your thing - including fishing off of their dock or walking to the marina. Thank you, Marty & Dave for opening your suite for guests!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2021
Thanks for your kind words. So glad you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We enjoyed our stay here. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Beautiful tucked away piece of property perfect for kicking back and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2021
Thanks for the great clean up. Great bunch of guys. Also, we have a Nintendo AC adaptor that was left.

10/10 Excellent

Terri C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Getaway
The owner’s description of this property is spot on. It’s roomy, very clean and you have so much natural light even when the day is overcast. There is no traffic noise as you are tucked down over a hill and facing the canal. Please know there are stairs involved to enter the suite. We didn’t mind, just mentioning for those that might need wheelchair access. The guest patio is sweet and I found sitting there to be quite restorative. You are located on a canal and can see where it opens onto one of the Portage Lakes. You are only about five minutes from a pontoon rental and there are a number of good places to dine on the lakes. I met one of the owners and she was very friendly. You can tell they truly want their guests to enjoy their time on the property. There were lovely blueberry muffins on the table when we arrived. The kitchen has everything you need and it’s a lovely place to sit as well. There are little touches throughout that make it feel homey such as lap blankets in the living room. It may seem odd when you first arrive and find yourself entering into a room where there is a bed but that quickly fades away as you settle in to this comfy lovely home. We were talking about returning there before we even left! 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2021
Thank you for your response. You described exactly how we want our guests to feel while staying in our home.

10/10 Excellent

larry p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house
Exactly as we anticipated
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
Great guests. Very clean and friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M., Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing stop
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend get together
Owners are extremely friendly and helpful. It’s a beautiful house. One bedroom has limited privacy since it is in the middle of the layout, but does have doors. The canal is perfect for fishing; nice for kayaking except difficult to get in due to drop off. No swimming. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2021
Thanks so much for your review. It was a pleasure to host your group.

10/10 Excellent

Anne M., Brecksville, ohio, usa

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful getaway
We will be back! A beautiful, clean vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2021
Thanks for your visit and the great clean up.