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Lake House Artistic Spa-Like Retreat - Quiet Peaceful cul-de-sac - Pet-Friendly!

Family-friendly holiday home in Howard

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Beautiful view of Apple Valley Lake from front deck.
The trees around the front deck provide privacy.
Beautiful lake view from front deck. Enjoy wildlife, birds, deer, hummingbirds.
Kitchen is a gourmet chef's dream kitchen ... filtered drinking water.
Newly remodeled kitchen all cookware at arm's reach.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Howard, OH
  • Place, Apple Valley Golf Course
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Apple Valley Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Kenyon College
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

Lake House Artistic Spa-Like Retreat - Quiet Peaceful cul-de-sac - Pet-Friendly!

Apple Valley Lake spa-like retreat. Come to gather with your family and/or friends and relax in this newly renovated home on a quiet cul-de-sac. If you like clean and organized, this is the vacation spot for you. Everything is new including furniture, mattresses, Calphalon cookware, dishes and kitchen utensils. All mattresses and pillow cases protected with encased covers. Sit on the front deck or the back porch and enjoy the view of the lake and the wildlife (deer, hummingbirds, etc). The main floor has 3 spa-like bedrooms and 2 spa-like bathrooms. The main floor has a great gathering place with the kitchen open to the dining space and living space. Don't miss any touchdowns while you are cooking with the 65" Roku TV easily viewable from the kitchen. The kitchen is a gourmet chef's dream with all amenities. The downstairs walkout basement game room has an additional sectional sofa, 65" Roku TV, card table, , a kitchenette as well as a private bedroom with a queen bed and 1 rollaway twin bed and a full bathroom with shower. A 5-minute walk to Davis Beach. Pups are welcome, poop bags and a trash can on the back porch are provided for your convenience of cleaning up after your pup. Absolutely no smoking/vaping allowed on this property and a fine of $500 will be incurred if this rule is not respected. Exterior cameras in front and back of this property are in use for safety.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please do not strip the beds. It is easier for me to strip and launder each room separately. Thank you.
Please make sure all trash put in the dumpster is bagged. Fines will be incurred for loose trash.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING/VAPING ON THIS PROPERTY. FINES WILL BE CHARGED AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE IF THIS RULE IS IGNORED. THANK YOU!
PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR PET, THERE ARE POOP BAGS IN THE KITCHEN DRAWER AND THERE IS A CAN ON THE BACK PORCH.
Luxury spa-like vacation rental for families/friends to gather and enjoy serenity and local wildlife. NOT A HUNTING CABIN, NO HUNTERS, NO WEAPONS

Important information

You need to know

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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Howard

Howard is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mohican State Park and Ramser Arboretum, while Bolton Theatre and Woodward Opera House are cultural highlights.
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Howard, OH

What's nearby

  • Apple Valley Golf Course - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Apple Valley Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • King Beach - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Kenyon College - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Mount Vernon Nazarene University - 19 min drive - 14.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiesta Mexicana - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake House Artistic Spa-Like Retreat - Quiet Peaceful cul-de-sac - Pet-Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake House Artistic Spa-Like Retreat - Quiet Peaceful cul-de-sac - Pet-Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake House Artistic Spa-Like Retreat - Quiet Peaceful cul-de-sac - Pet-Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake House Artistic Spa-Like Retreat - Quiet Peaceful cul-de-sac - Pet-Friendly! located?

This family-friendly Howard holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Apple Valley Lake and Davis Beach. Apple Valley Golf Course and Sutton Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely home with a view of the lake from the deck. The interior was inviting and comfortable. The host was very pleasant. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property in a beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice location and property but be prepared to be nickel and dimed by a very rude owner who will charge you for AC being on (which we never used) and fridge door not shut all the way. Left the property with no trash and clean and still charged a fee. Everything is great except owner unfortunately.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

This property is very clean and comfortable! Has everything you could ask for in a rental- outdoor living space on the deck with views of the lake, as well as kitchen and laundry needs. We’ll definitely rent this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and incredible house!

We had a fantastic 2 night stay at this amazing property just 10 minutes from Kenyon College. The house was gorgeous, near a lake, and had plenty of space for my family (dog included). Highly recommended for those needing space when visiting the Gambier area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great

Beautiful place, very accomodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

It was VERY clean, well stocked, and just a BEAUTIFUL place. Brenda was flexible with our needs which we really appreciated. Even though we ended up not taking our dog, it was a perfect place to have one. Even the deck was gated. Family friendly house in a nice neighborhood. Thanks Brenda!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great house but no access to the lake or community amenities.

The house is as advertised, and we really enjoyed it. We were disappointed that there was no access to the lake, beach or any community resources. We knew it was private but assumed as part of the rental, we would have guest access. We did not notice the last statement in the description that mentioned this. Google did not help by adding local resources distances that made it seem like they were available. Ultimately our fault for not seeing the last sentence. We just don't want others to have the same surprise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend getaway

Thanks Brenda for a beautiful spot to spend some relaxing time with friends. What a wonderful location. We spent most of our time in the spacious open kitchen/dining area and on the porch over looking the lake. The space was perfect for the 8 of us. Thanks for providing everything we needed to just relax and enjoy each other's company. We hope to make a return trip soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jen o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was plenty big enough for all of the family for a wedding we attended over the weekend. With 3 bathrooms it was easy to get ready. We could have used mirrors in the bedrooms but again there was many of us getting ready for a big event otherwise I’m sure it wouldn’t have even mattered. Loved the full length mirror in the master along with all the shelves and closet space for suits and dresses. Although no one used the tv downstairs, it was nice to have that option if someone didn’t want to watch the baseball games as we were consumed with the games. We enjoyed walking the safe, quiet neighborhood and sitting out on the deck with the lake view. We didn’t get to take advantage of the fire pit or grill but again the option was nice. We did hit the grocery store (about 15 minutes away) and took advantage of the kitchen amenities, to cook a large breakfast. There was plenty of table and counter space for everyone. All the linens including towels and bedding were nice and good quality. Unfortunately my mother packed up one the blankets that laid at the end of one of the beds accidentally, thinking it was my sons because he was using it all weekend. So I was asked to replace it, as I should have been. I had no problem with this charge for again it was good quality and obviously our mistake. The house has been tastefully updated as well. Brenda was very accommodating and quick to respond when I reached out. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Rental!!!

This property is gorgeous, and we are so pleased that we were able to stay here for our weekend in Mount Vernon! It has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with plenty of space for our family with 2 teens / young adults to spread out! I was surprised though that even with having space to get away from their parents, our teens chose to play the board games that were available on the second night plus, on the third night, they chose to watch a movie together upstairs! ❤️ The second morning, the boys even made the girls breakfast in the fully stocked and gorgeous kitchen! This home was perfect for our weekend! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brenda has an amazing home, and by amazing I say we enjoyed the kitchen and dining area the most. Had just enough room to spread out for together time. great for large family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

susie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Umcle Bens boat

Gorgeous property, porch looks right out over the water, and its just across the street! Better yet, my son lives less than a mile away, and we fot to do fireworks, on the lake, swim, and visit, all together! We even cooked breakfast and dinner, awesome kitchen for gathering!!Thank you Brenda for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice

Everything was very nice and clean. Very accommodating for 8 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded Expectations

Brenda’s home was a wonderful experience all around. We were pleasantly surprised with the size of the house and the ample amount of room for our group. The home was very very clean and had everything we could have needed during our stay. The area is beautiful, we can’t wait to stay here again in the coming years!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carroll H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Only if you have family that are residents

This house was quite nice except the furniture is not user friendly if you have mobility issues. Example, My 33 yr son couldnt even get up off the sofa. Its nice furniture but for older people with back and leg issues we couldnt sit on it, so we sat at kitchen table all weekend. Other huge issue was the fact that most of the area is gated and we only found 2 common areas for fishing on the entire lake. If you dont have a passcard you cant even get to the beach. That was not explained to us til we were there. So unless you have family that live there and will put their lives on hold while you're there, this area is not for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigid B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay for Kenyon Parents

This is a beautiful home with lovely views of the lake. We booked the house so we could attend our daughter’s graduation from Kenyon and found it was just what we needed to regroup between events. It is only about 10 minutes from campus and has a fully equipped open concept kitchen so we were able to have some of our meals away from the overbooked restaurants and dining hall meals. The house is well represented on the website. The photos are accurate but it is even nicer in person. So glad we booked early.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Home!

We loved our stay!!! Home was stocked with everything we needed and is comfortable and spacious ! Hosts were in contact to ensure we had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable and lovely

Tastefully decorated, roomy, clean and cozy. Host is friendly and quickly to respond to questions. An enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location and Property Dog Friendly

Charming place. Very clean and comfortable. Pretty lake view. Plenty of room for us and our dog. Updated throughout with nice kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!!

Brenda’s home is a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and convenient to Kenyon and Mt. Vernon

Homeowners did a nice job of maintaining property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lake house

Great communication with owner, house was clean and well maintained. Had all the required amenities. Nice neighborhood. Would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Stay for Kenyon Family Weekend

Our family enjoyed a beautiful stay at Brenda's Artistic Retreat! This was by far the cleanest property we have ever experienced. The kitchen was a dream and wonderful for making a homecooked meal for our Kenyon student, The beds were truly comfortable, the spacious shower was fantastic, and we all wanted to bring the couches home with us. :) There was a gorgeous view of the lake from the deck-the perfect place for morning coffee. Thank you for a relaxing and worry-free weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great sray

We loved our stay at Apple Valley. The house was in a great location, and we could see the lake from the front porch. The unit was clean and had lots of space for our family to sleep and spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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