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The Buster Brown Shoe House - lakefront with gazebo and wrap-around porch
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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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6 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 22371.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 22)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
The Buster Brown Shoe House - lakefront with gazebo and wrap-around porch
This is a large lakefront house which accommodates multiple families. It has been a part of numerous family gatherings from the U.S. and abroad, creating fond memories and renewing old acquaintances. The home sleeps 12 comfortably in beds and has accommodated up to 22 with the use of air mattresses (bring your own!)
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New in 2024 - We added a Golden Tee arcade game and a new queen bed!
New in 2025 - We added a Galaga arcade game, 3 new queen beds and began offering complimentary 24hr gym access!
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The first floor has the following:
1. large screened/window wrap around porch with seating area and ping pong table.
2. fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker (Keurig and traditional... bring your own coffee), pantry and washer/dryer.
3. dining room with 9' trestle table.
4. large living room with pool table and fireplace, 2 couches, TV with cable & vcr/dvd player.
5. sun room with beautiful view of Lake Erie, couch, 2 lazy boy chairs and tv with cable & dvd player.
6. half bath (what can you say about a half bath??).
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The second floor has the following:
1. 4 spacious bedrooms (three with views of the lake); extra large master bedroom features a queen size canopy bed, TV and sitting area; two bedrooms with queen beds; one bedroom with queen bed + twin bunk bed.
2. Full bathroom with shower/tub.
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The third floor has the following:
1. 2 bedrooms; one large bedroom with queen bed and room for air mattresses; and one large lake view bedroom with queen bed and room for air mattresses. *** Please bring your own air mattresses***
2. 1 full bathroom with antique claw foot tub/shower.
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Ample parking:
1. detached 2 car garage with driveway.
2. off street parking for 4 cars.
3. an empty lot for up to 8 cars and boats. RVs/campers are unfortunately not aloud by city ordinance.
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Outside recreation area:
1. large yard for the kids to play in, picnic table, propane grill, swing.
2. a portable fire pit with chairs for night time gatherings. Firewood is provided free of charge!
3. extra lot next to lake; gazebo with chairs, table and swing; and room for party tents (reunions, large parties).
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Cedar Point is only 10 minutes away and the Lake Erie Islands can be viewed from the gazebo. The neighborhood features a park that includes a basketball court, playground equipment, a small beach and a pier for fishing and swimming. Visit the Lake Erie Islands, winerys, go charter fishing, rent a boat or jet ski, golf, eat at the many quality restaurants, swim at beautiful Nickelplate beach or Huron park.
Completely furnished, fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, linens & towels provided, washer and dryer, cable TV & VCR/DVD, grill, wrap around porch, fireplace, fax machine, pool table, lawn chairs and lakefront gazebo.
Cedar Point
Lake Erie Islands
Boating
Swimming
Jet-skiing
Parasailing
Golfing
Nature Walks
Winerys
African Safari Wildlife Park
Shopping-Sandusky Mall & Lake Erie Arts&Crafts
Relaxing!
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New in 2024 - We added a Golden Tee arcade game and a new queen bed!
New in 2025 - We added a Galaga arcade game, 3 new queen beds and began offering complimentary 24hr gym access!
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The first floor has the following:
1. large screened/window wrap around porch with seating area and ping pong table.
2. fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker (Keurig and traditional... bring your own coffee), pantry and washer/dryer.
3. dining room with 9' trestle table.
4. large living room with pool table and fireplace, 2 couches, TV with cable & vcr/dvd player.
5. sun room with beautiful view of Lake Erie, couch, 2 lazy boy chairs and tv with cable & dvd player.
6. half bath (what can you say about a half bath??).
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The second floor has the following:
1. 4 spacious bedrooms (three with views of the lake); extra large master bedroom features a queen size canopy bed, TV and sitting area; two bedrooms with queen beds; one bedroom with queen bed + twin bunk bed.
2. Full bathroom with shower/tub.
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The third floor has the following:
1. 2 bedrooms; one large bedroom with queen bed and room for air mattresses; and one large lake view bedroom with queen bed and room for air mattresses. *** Please bring your own air mattresses***
2. 1 full bathroom with antique claw foot tub/shower.
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Ample parking:
1. detached 2 car garage with driveway.
2. off street parking for 4 cars.
3. an empty lot for up to 8 cars and boats. RVs/campers are unfortunately not aloud by city ordinance.
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Outside recreation area:
1. large yard for the kids to play in, picnic table, propane grill, swing.
2. a portable fire pit with chairs for night time gatherings. Firewood is provided free of charge!
3. extra lot next to lake; gazebo with chairs, table and swing; and room for party tents (reunions, large parties).
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Cedar Point is only 10 minutes away and the Lake Erie Islands can be viewed from the gazebo. The neighborhood features a park that includes a basketball court, playground equipment, a small beach and a pier for fishing and swimming. Visit the Lake Erie Islands, winerys, go charter fishing, rent a boat or jet ski, golf, eat at the many quality restaurants, swim at beautiful Nickelplate beach or Huron park.
Completely furnished, fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, linens & towels provided, washer and dryer, cable TV & VCR/DVD, grill, wrap around porch, fireplace, fax machine, pool table, lawn chairs and lakefront gazebo.
Cedar Point
Lake Erie Islands
Boating
Swimming
Jet-skiing
Parasailing
Golfing
Nature Walks
Winerys
African Safari Wildlife Park
Shopping-Sandusky Mall & Lake Erie Arts&Crafts
Relaxing!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside and in garage.
Important information
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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: 40
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Huron
Located in Huron, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and popular attractions include Kalahari Waterpark Resort and Cedar Point. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky and Skateworld. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby
- Sawmill Creek Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 5 min drive - 8.5 km
- Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 6 min drive - 10.6 km
- Cedar Point - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 12 min walk
- Wendy's - 16 min walk
- Long John Silver's - 9 min walk
- Smile! Pho Vietnamese Restaurant - 5 min drive
- Danny Boys - 6 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Dave
David Ritter is a retired coach, teacher, principal and superintendent who has worked in 14 different school districts throughout Ohio during his 48 year career. He graduated from Huron High School, Wilmington College, Xavier University and also attended Ohio University and The Ohio State University. Having found himself with an empty nest and a small log cabin nearby, he decided to begin renting out his family home, 12 years ago. The home that brought him so much enjoyment throughout the years, he now shares with and welcomes vacationers from all walks of life!
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