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The Lookout, A River Retreat
Holiday home in Loveland with kitchen
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bathroomsSleeps 14
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Loveland, OH
- Place, Loveland Castle Museum4 min drive
- Place, Great Wolf Lodge Cincinnati Mason9 min drive
- Place, Kings Island9 min drive
- Airport, Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
The Lookout, A River Retreat
4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Baths | Sleeps 14
Celebrate any season and relax with the whole family at The Lookout - our first spacious river retreat at Watershed! Located directly on the majestic Little Miami River, surrounded by wooded hillsides, and a natural wellspring-fed creek, this is the ideal setting for both relaxation & fun for all ages. You`ll fall in love with the park-like grounds, the fire pit surrounded by adirondack chairs, & sweeping river views, as well as over 300 ft of private shoreline to wade out in pristine waters, cast a line and snag a smallmouth, or easily launch a kayak for a lazy float trip with friends.
If unlimited options for ‘unplugged’ family fun (without having to drive anywhere) is what you’ve been seeking, The Lookout delivers like no other vacation retreat! Tune in to nature’s soundtrack of rustling leaves, clear, rushing creek water, and excited shouts of discovery from the kids, when they spot their first salamander, crawdad…or maybe even an arrowhead! Enjoy your morning coffee by the water, watching the bald eagles soar through the Sycamore trees, or unwind with an evening glass of wine on the comfy rockers of the private deck.
Share old memories and make new ones over some toasty s’mores around the campfire and fall asleep to a free nightly symphony, compliments of the crickets and bullfrogs in the distance . If it gets a little rainy, come inside and choose a board game, work a jigsaw puzzle, play a retro 2-player arcade video game, or watch a family movie on one of the giant flat screens.
Rested & Relaxed, it’s time to venture into downtown Loveland! While you may feel removed from it all, just remember that all of Loveland’s modern conveniences are just a short ride away - luxury restaurants, quaint boutiques, cold (adult!) beverages. Plus, quick trips to the grocery store or a great local pizza or Mexican restaurant are less than a 5 minute drive from the house!
Coming Soon - ‘The Heist’! Built in 1860 and currently undergoing restoration, this historic, character-filled cabin will be joining the Watershed collection in July! Earning it’s place in Cincinnati lore for a famous Rembrandt art heist (gone wrong), this quiet riverfront cabin is loaded with quirky features, comfy swings on screened porches, a private campfire area by the rushing creek and even a working outhouse. Check back for updates on progress!
House Features:
- Renovation 2023 - Fully Updated
- Fully Stocked Kitchen
- Private Back Deck w/ Seating for 8-10+
- Sleeps 14 People! (Four Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms)
- Family Friendly (Pack-N-Play, High Chair, Kid Games, etc)
- Direct, access to the Little Miami River, kayak/canoe launch from private shoreline
- Plenty of Onsite Parking
- Gathering Area on the River w/ Seating & Fire Pit
- Creak Walking
- All Digital Access - High-speed Fioptics WiFi
- Powerful Wifi (in house)
- Two Large Living Spaces w/ Smart TVs!
- Tech Friendly
- Available for Corporate retreats
- Located less than 10 Minutes to Kings Island
- Loveland Bike Trail - Several Access Points Within Minutes from House (Closest Access 8 Minutes via Bike) Family Friendly Mostly Flat Ride
- Located 30 Minutes to Downtown Cincinnati
- Less than 5 Min from major showing locations (Grocery Stores, Shopping, etc)
- Public Goods (Soaps, Shampoos, Conditioners)
Things to Do:
Downtown Loveland | Open Container
Several Higher End establishments (Bars, Eateries, Boutiques, Ice Cream Shops, Coffee Shops, Sweets, Pizza and more), Live entertainment on the river Options!
Loveland Bike Trail (Bike Rentals, Water Toys Rentals, etc )
Kings Island & Soak City (Less than 10 Minutes Away)
Historic Loveland Castle
Loveland PlayHouse
Fishing (Ohio Gaming License Required)
Nearby Golf Courses
Loveland Farmers Market
Celebrate any season and relax with the whole family at The Lookout - our first spacious river retreat at Watershed! Located directly on the majestic Little Miami River, surrounded by wooded hillsides, and a natural wellspring-fed creek, this is the ideal setting for both relaxation & fun for all ages. You`ll fall in love with the park-like grounds, the fire pit surrounded by adirondack chairs, & sweeping river views, as well as over 300 ft of private shoreline to wade out in pristine waters, cast a line and snag a smallmouth, or easily launch a kayak for a lazy float trip with friends.
If unlimited options for ‘unplugged’ family fun (without having to drive anywhere) is what you’ve been seeking, The Lookout delivers like no other vacation retreat! Tune in to nature’s soundtrack of rustling leaves, clear, rushing creek water, and excited shouts of discovery from the kids, when they spot their first salamander, crawdad…or maybe even an arrowhead! Enjoy your morning coffee by the water, watching the bald eagles soar through the Sycamore trees, or unwind with an evening glass of wine on the comfy rockers of the private deck.
Share old memories and make new ones over some toasty s’mores around the campfire and fall asleep to a free nightly symphony, compliments of the crickets and bullfrogs in the distance . If it gets a little rainy, come inside and choose a board game, work a jigsaw puzzle, play a retro 2-player arcade video game, or watch a family movie on one of the giant flat screens.
Rested & Relaxed, it’s time to venture into downtown Loveland! While you may feel removed from it all, just remember that all of Loveland’s modern conveniences are just a short ride away - luxury restaurants, quaint boutiques, cold (adult!) beverages. Plus, quick trips to the grocery store or a great local pizza or Mexican restaurant are less than a 5 minute drive from the house!
Coming Soon - ‘The Heist’! Built in 1860 and currently undergoing restoration, this historic, character-filled cabin will be joining the Watershed collection in July! Earning it’s place in Cincinnati lore for a famous Rembrandt art heist (gone wrong), this quiet riverfront cabin is loaded with quirky features, comfy swings on screened porches, a private campfire area by the rushing creek and even a working outhouse. Check back for updates on progress!
House Features:
- Renovation 2023 - Fully Updated
- Fully Stocked Kitchen
- Private Back Deck w/ Seating for 8-10+
- Sleeps 14 People! (Four Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms)
- Family Friendly (Pack-N-Play, High Chair, Kid Games, etc)
- Direct, access to the Little Miami River, kayak/canoe launch from private shoreline
- Plenty of Onsite Parking
- Gathering Area on the River w/ Seating & Fire Pit
- Creak Walking
- All Digital Access - High-speed Fioptics WiFi
- Powerful Wifi (in house)
- Two Large Living Spaces w/ Smart TVs!
- Tech Friendly
- Available for Corporate retreats
- Located less than 10 Minutes to Kings Island
- Loveland Bike Trail - Several Access Points Within Minutes from House (Closest Access 8 Minutes via Bike) Family Friendly Mostly Flat Ride
- Located 30 Minutes to Downtown Cincinnati
- Less than 5 Min from major showing locations (Grocery Stores, Shopping, etc)
- Public Goods (Soaps, Shampoos, Conditioners)
Things to Do:
Downtown Loveland | Open Container
Several Higher End establishments (Bars, Eateries, Boutiques, Ice Cream Shops, Coffee Shops, Sweets, Pizza and more), Live entertainment on the river Options!
Loveland Bike Trail (Bike Rentals, Water Toys Rentals, etc )
Kings Island & Soak City (Less than 10 Minutes Away)
Historic Loveland Castle
Loveland PlayHouse
Fishing (Ohio Gaming License Required)
Nearby Golf Courses
Loveland Farmers Market
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Loveland
Loveland is home to this holiday home. Some of the area's popular attractions include Kings Island and Great Wolf Lodge Cincinnati Mason. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Lindner Family Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Manor House.

Loveland, OH
What's nearby
- Loveland Castle Museum - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Little Miami State Park - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
- Great Wolf Lodge Cincinnati Mason - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
- Kings Island - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
- Lindner Family Tennis Center - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 5 min drive
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Wendy's - 5 min drive
- The Monkey Bar & Grille - 3 min drive
- Subway - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
4 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly F.
28 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Gathering
Kelly F.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Berni
23 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a get away!
Berni
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan H.
2 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River House stay
Susan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
John W.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old wexy
John W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Stay
Paul S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pam C.
9 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ohio Family Trip
Pam C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
K B.
31 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
K B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Gloria R.
14 July 2025
Gloria R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Todd P.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Todd P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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