A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
Explore, experience, enjoy
Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Jackson Street Pier
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 26
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Balcony or patio
Explore the area
Sandusky, OH
Jackson Street Pier
Place, Jackson Street Pier
3 min walk
Shoreline Park
Place, Shoreline Park
5 min walk
Merry-Go-Round Museum
Place, Merry-Go-Round Museum
6 min walk
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 26)
Balcony
1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Futons
Great Room Loft
1 Double Bed
Master
+2
1 King Bed, 1 Double Futon and 4 Single Beds
Stage Area Corner Lofted South
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
Stage Area Lower North
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
Stage Area Upper
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Master Bath
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Men's near gym
Toilet
Stage Area Upper
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Stage Lower - Shared
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Womens near Gym
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!
You will not find another Sandusky property with an Indoor Basketball Court. We also have a balcony with a movie theatre with six couches for your comfort and a sauna
Highlights : This unit is on the Private third floor of a historic building. THERE IS NO ELEVATOR. REQUIRES CLIMBING 24 Steps from Ground level to 2nd Floor and another 24 steps to reach 3rd Floor. 7500 sf living/relaxation space 1000 sf private rooftop deck with gorgeous views of Sandusky Bay and Cedar Point. Private indoor Basketball Court Private indoor Movie Theater with 12'x14' screen complete with Popcorn Machine and cotton candy machine A private sauna that seats six comfortably Regulation 4.5' x 9' custom slate pool table board games
Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, ten burner gas stove, double wall oven, grill, griddle, and extra-large refrigerator/freezer combo
Three spiral staircases
18 ft ceilings in the Master Bedroom and Main Living Area
Rooftop deck highlights include: 2 level- deck XL 1006 sq in 8-burner Propane Grill 2 Propane Firepit seating areas Outdoor dining table and chairs on the upper level rooftop access is closed during the winter due to being icy and for your safety. **you ARE NOT allowed off the deck area of roof, past gate area**
Jet Express Dock for travel to Put-In-Bay & Kelleys Islands is only two block walk
Numerous restaurants/bars within a 1-2 block walk
Marketplace Downtown-Noble Axes, Noble Crafts, Wake up and Waffle, and so much more, J-Bistro, Crush Wine Bar, WTF-R (What the Fried Rice), Daly's Pub, Small City Tap House, Hot Dog Tony's, Dockside, Shore House, Oh Taco, Volstead (Speakeasy - unique bar)
Sleeping Areas... Five bedrooms+ and three full bathrooms, and (2) 1/2 bathrooms off the gym for you or events (toilet only). Sleeps 25+ Master Bedroom: 20' x 20' (sleeps 8) King-size bed Double fold-down futon couch Four twin beds (unique built-in bunk beds with library ladder access)
Great Room loft bedroom (Sleeps 2) Full-size bed
Corner Stage bedroom w/loft (Sleeps 4) Spiral staircase to loft with Queen size bed Full size fold down couch in the lower level **shares bathroom "jack& jill" with other lower stage bedroom**
Lower stage bedroom (Sleeps 4) Queen size four post bed Double fold-down futon couch **shares a bathroom "jack & jill" with corner stage bedroom**
Upper stage bedroom (Sleeps 2) King size bed Ensuite bathroom
Mezzanine - overlooking gym/movie screen (Sleeps 7) Two fold-down convertible sofas Twin bed over Full bed bunk beds One regular leather couch Three sets of 3 reclining couches/theater seats Curtains can be drawn for privacy from below Sauna Circular Booth and table
This unit is on the third floor of a historic building. THERE IS NO ELEVATOR. REQUIRES CLIMBING 24 Steps from Ground level to 2nd Floor and another 24 steps to reach 3rd Floor—street parking for this location. The parking lot behind our building IS NOT ours. You will be towed if you park there (at your expense). There is a free public Parking lot behind the Subway across the street or a free public parking garage on the corner of Columbus Ave and Market St. Thank you.
If more space is needed, you can also look at our other location for booking... We also have The Lodge at Bayview- a great property miles/approx 7minutes away. VRBO-The Lodge at Bayview - sleeps 16 (max 21) ID# 1378387
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Fee of $600 -use of tables,chair,etc - 80 people
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please turn propane tanks off on the rooftop deck if you have used the firepits or grill.
Please return all furniture to its original location if you have moved it. This includes tables and chairs from the closet.
If anything was accidentally broken, please leave a note on the counter for us. That is what the insurance was for.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If additional cleaning is needed for moved items, parties, cotton candy, popcorn not cleaned up, garbage not taken out. Will be deducted from deposit.
This is a NO pet rental, if you bring a pet, you lose Full Deposit. If you SMOKE in property (of ANY kind) lose FULL deposit. $100 for ea lost key fob
Street parking. Lot behind our building IS NOT ours your will he towed(at your expense). Free Public Parking behind Subway or Parking Garage-1block.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1129421vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80
Note from host: fee of $600 -use of tables,chair,etc - 80 people
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
About the area
Sandusky
Located in Historic Downtown Sandusky, a neighbourhood in Sandusky, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jackson Street Pier and Lake Erie, while Cedar Point and Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Kalahari Waterpark Resort and Shoreline Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, parasailing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Maritime Museum of Sandusky - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Sandusky Station - 3 min drive
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Bait House Brewery - 12 min walk
Circle K - 11 min walk
Sora & Oak Sushi Bar - 3 min walk
Sweet Cheekz Cafe n Bistro - 3 min walk
Better Half Family Diner - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!?
As of 26 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse! on 27 Oct 2026 start from AU$2,075, 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.
How much is parking at Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse! located?
This family-friendly Sandusky holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Follett House Museum and Jackson Street Pier. Cedar Point and Lake Erie are also within 3 miles (5 km). Sandusky Station is 28 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a large group and were extremelyhappy with the booking. It was a great space and the location was super convenient. We would highly recommend and stay again.
A lot of stuff to do in this place, really cool spot to stay. Perfect location in the heart of downtown. The property manager was very friendly and attentive to fix and issues we had.
Stayed here with a wrestling team and it was great! Tons of amenities and lots of fun for the kids. The rooftop deck had great views and very nice! Very well stocked kitchen and great cook stops for cooking for a crowd! Also when given the wrong code to get access the host reached out within minutes of sending a message! Sharon was prompt and got us taken care of. Best communication I’ve seen from a property manager/host.
Christina H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
Thank you so much. We enjoyed having you and the wrestlers stay with us (we are a wrestling family also)
Good Luck to them all in the future.
Thank you
I am glad you had a terrific time, just wondering why a 1 star rating? what could we do better?
After speaking with you, I know you are trying to change the rating you thought it was highest rating, we spoke with VRBO also, they are suppose to be adjusting it.
Thank you
We had a group of about 20 men for a bachelor party. Couldn’t ask for a better location. The home was huge and plenty of entertainment including decent night life & walking distance of the Jet Express.
This place was perfect for a reception. Lots of space and places for out of town guests to sleep. The ambience is out of this world. Sharon is exceptional to work with. We were blessed to find it.
Rhonda B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed our space for your special time. Please send us some pictures of the Wedding. And again Congrats!
We had a good time and were impressed with all of the amenities (popcorn and cotton candy machines-wow). Only complaint is that some of the beds were too soft.
We had our extended family gather for a wedding, and held a dinner in the space for everyone the evening before. It was wonderful! The space gave us room to spread out; the kitchen allows us to fix food for 40 folks; and the lack of elevator provided a great workout ;-). Honestly, we didn't mind the stairs, and overall had a great time!
This is probably the most unique short term rental we’ve ever stayed in. The location is incredible. The basketball gym, upscale kitchen, roof top decks and all the bed and bathrooms were clean in great shape. There are so many nooks in this place that you can spread out as much as you want or it’s big enough to all be together. There is plenty to do in town and you can take shuttles to the outer islands easily or hit up cedar point. Can’t recommend this place enough!
What a great property for 5 couples to stay in! Great location to local pubs and music on the pier. Easy access to Jet Express to Put in Bay.
Family room fit all 10 of us to sit and have coffee together. Fun rooftop for sunset and view of the lake.
5th bedroom was small but worked for our group.
Clean and comfortable. Guys loved having a basketball court! Huge kitchen!
Jeri R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Brent V.
28 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very expensive for the condition of the property.
For thousands of dollars, we expected a much much nicer and cleaner place. The place is not finished, very worn, had cobwebs in the kitchen, couches smelled like vomit, pillows and comforters were stained, only two keys fobs provided for numerous guests, stains on carpets, stains on futons, steps inside and out were questionably safe, short, squeaky, or presented a trip hazard. This place has lots of potential but much need of improvement.
Brent V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
We are very sorry you had issues with the property. And yes, there are some stains on the carpet we couldnt get out from previous guests and yes it is an older building/historic building some guests love that about it and others don't. As far as some cobwebs, and comforters. I did address that with our cleaners and am very sorry it was missed, if you would have called me I would have been happy to bring a replacement. As far as the steps I am not sure what would be hazardous about them, other than some people don't like spiral staircases, or if you decided to use fire escape steps they are steeper than the inside steps, but we do have the building and space inspected by fire dept yearly for safety of all guests. But thank you for your review, we will do our best to make additional improvements and changes.
Our mini-family reunion of 17 had the greatest time at this location. We had kids from age 6-18 and 8 adults. There was plenty of space and activities to accommodate everyone’s interest and energy. The communication with the owner was always consistent, friendly and quick. My family will be talking about this trip for years to come and this property will be one of the main reasons why.
The pictures do not do this place justice--it is HUGE and you really have to see it to believe it! We went there for a few days to take out kids to Cedar Point and it was very conveniently located. It was great to come back to this beautiful penthouse with its incredible kitchen and tons of space with games and other activities to keep everyone entertained. The rooftop deck has great views as well! Hope to come back!
Keith T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you for staying with us. We are glad you had a great time.
Sharon
This is truly an incredible property and Sharon was a great host who communicated very well and allowed for a stress free experience (which is great because of how many people you have to be responsible for in larger parties). Pics don’t do it justice this place is massive! Everyone slept comfortably and no one could get enough of that gorgeous rooftop view. Basketball court was very high quality and kitchen had more than enough for cooking in. If you’re a picky planner where everything has to be perfect (like myself) you can’t pass up on this place if it’s available!
Harold L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2022
Thank you so much for the kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your time at our property with your family.
Sharon
Property is amazing as always! Second time. First time was husbands birthday trip with friends. This was a family affair trip. Kiddos thoroughly enjoyed this amazing penthouse and all the amenities offered! Basketball court was a huge attraction with a little friendly family competition. Of course we were first place losers and the Championship Trophy went to my beloved husband, Ben & Madi. Property will exceed your expectations & Sharon a gem! 5-Star raring!
Tracy S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2020
Thank you so much for the review. We are so glad your family enjoyed your getaway. Can't wait to see you again Your family is always a joy to have at our penthouse.
Sharon
This is a fascinating place. One of our family members did some research on the history of the building. Lots of space to stretch out, but lots of steps to climb. The kids - and adults - played lots of basketball. Due to the coronavirus, we mostly stayed in. Ate all of our meals in. Lots of room for more than one cook in that great kitchen.
Teens could always find something to do. Adults spent a lot of time chatting. Fun times relaxing on the roof-top deck. It was a great time!
Mary M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2020
We are so glad your family was able to spend time together for your COVIDgetaway. Hopefully, we will see you again when you can get out and explore Sandusky more.
Verified
8/10 Good
Katie P.
18 Sept 2018
Large and entertaining space for a wedding reception.
We rented this space for a wedding reception. Our guests loved the venue and kept asking us how we found it. There was plenty of counter, fridge, and freezer space for food. It rained while we were there, so we were not able to use the rooftop, but the large windows on the main floor provided great views of Sandusky Bay. We had to bring our own lighting and stereo system for a dance floor, which was tough since there are many steps to get into the venue. The owners were very responsive and came out our first full day when the internet wasn't working. Overall, I would recommend this location.
Katie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Katie,
First of all congratulations again!
I wish the weather and Buckeye Cable was better for your stay-the unexpected is always a problem, but glad we were able to help with part of that. We are glad that it all worked out for you and your families.
Sharon
About the host
Hosted by H2 Property Management
Why they chose this property
This property is excellent for all occasions - Small weddings and receptions, Family Reunions, Birthday and Anniversary Parties weekends. Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties and To getaway with friends.
What makes this property unique
Rain or shine with an indoor basketball court, hockey tables, pool table, and movie theatre always something you can do, 2 blocks from Ferry to CP or the islands.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests