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

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Early morning mid October - a fisherman at the entrance to Turkeyfoot Lake
YOUR Vacation Rental IS THE LARGE BOTTOM LEVEL
Guest patio view of Turkeyfoot Lake and State Park beach. Private and quiet.
YOUR patio with Weber grill, dining and fire pit
View of private lake level vacation rental from boat slip. Owners live above.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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New Franklin, OH
  • Place, Portage Lakes State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Akron
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Pro Football Hall of Fame
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Akron, OH (CAK-Akron-Canton)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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

Enjoy our very roomy, 1,500 sq. ft. lake level private guest suite, in our Owner occupied home, only a 3 minute walk from Dusty's Landing
Watch boats, canoes, kayaks and fishermen float by while enjoying our water level patio. Our 3 bedroom (3rd BR is is available for 3 or more additional "paid" guests), 2 baths, fireplace, "large foyer used as 2nd BR", living room, and fully stocked kitchen all with water view and walkout patio. Laundry, WiFi, local TV and Roku, pontoon rental for a water visit to lake restaurants and bars. Fishing on 230' sea wall with fishing equipment provided

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👩‍👩‍👧‍👦PLEASE READ BELOW BEFORE BOOKING:
-There is a private entrance to this suite through our garage going down interior stairs.
-💰$ Base rate covers 2 GUESTS OCCUPANCY (2 QUEEN BEDS), EACH additional guest is $25 per guest, per night up to 8 GUESTS (4 QUEEN BEDS).
-MAXIMUM 2 DOGS ALLOWED $25 fee extra for cleaning + $50 REFUNDABLE PET DAMAGE DEPOSIT.

-Check in is 4PM, check out is 11AM - flexible

-Help reduce plastic pollution. We provide Apec water filter system which lowers TDS (total dissolved solids) to near zero for your drinking safety and enjoyment.
_ONE CAR ALLOWED IN DRIVEWAY AT ALL TIMES. PARK TO THE FAR RIGHT WITH YOUR NOSE LINED UP TO THE YELLOW PAINTED LINE. Car #2 may be parked parallel to the first car. See photo

Bring your own boat, kayaks, canoes and paddle boards or rent from one of the local marinas. Some even offer free delivery.

We are near Firestone Country Club, minutes from the areas finest dining and night clubs, a short drive to Canton (20 min.) and Cleveland (35 min), Akron/Canton Airport (15 min) and Cleveland Airport (45 min). Easy day trips to visit NFL HOF, Ohio & Erie Canalway, Cuyahoga Vally National Park, Akron Zoo, Cleveland Zoo, Cedar Point, Rock & Roll HOF and Cleveland sports teams. Fine dining, wine bar, lake bars, fast food, burger joints, Pav's famous ice cream all less than 2 miles. Turkeyfoot Golf Course only 2 minutes away. Groceries 4 minutes away.

******NOTE: We will never ask our guests to wire money. Please call, or email, us using the number posted on the VRBO site if you have any questions.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We are pleased to host well behaved children.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Due to septic system - no large parties.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
No dangerous breeds. Cats that don't mark / claw.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
OUTDOOR smoking permitted.
PETS: we enjoy pets. We are not a kennel. If your dog/dogs, bark or howl when you are not home PLEASE consider a kennel. $25 one time fee per pet.
If you will be gone for the day, kindly turn OFF lights in every room. Entry light can remain on for safety purposes as you see fit.
Do not walk on the damaged area of our dock. Boards will be replaced spring of 2025. If docking a boat see owner about safety on the dock.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Due to septic system - no large parties.
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Akron

Located in Akron, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Firestone Country Club and Topgolf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market and Shisler's Cheese House. Travelling with kids? Consider Akron Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Firestone Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
New Franklin, OH

What's nearby

  • Portage Lakes State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Firestone Country Club - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • University of Akron - 14 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Akron Children's Hospital - 16 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Akron Civic Theater - 16 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Akron, OH (AKC-Akron Fulton Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Upper Deck Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Number 1 Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Caston & Main Brew Yard - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bereka Coffee & Ethiopian Cuisine - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at 1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at 1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1,500 sq ft private guest suite on the beautiful Portage Lakes located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Portage Lakes State Park, Turkeyfoot Beach, and Firestone Country Club. Firestone Stadium and Summa Barberton Hospital Barberton Area Family Practice are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

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

Great location

Perfect location for us to stay to visit family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, Clean and Quiet

Wonderful stay with my family and pups. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ferdinando M.

Great and peaceful location. Owners very helpful and nice person.

The house is located in a peaceful location but still within minutes from shops, restaurants and any sort of amenity. Owners are very nice person and always ready and willing to help and suggest for places We had great time and we strongly recommend this place
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

scott b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Ohio visit

Great stay.! All amenities were as communicated and then some. Hosts left fresh baked cookie bars at initial check in. Only negative was towels in Master Bathroom seemed not clean, but we were able to changeout with other towels in closet. We look forward to another visit in warmer months...
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond P., Macedon, NY

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Beautiful

So easy and relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richelle S.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine G.

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

Such a beautiful place

The owners were so nice. This home is amazing. Everything was clean and in place. I loved it. I definitely will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property. House has everything you need. Dishes, washer and dryer with laundry soap. Right on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

larry p.

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

Lake house

Exactly as we anticipated
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Freda H.

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

Comfortable Place for a Family Rendezvous

We were welcomed by pretty flowers and delicious cookies on the kitchen table left by our hosts, Dave & Marty. The accommodations were spacious, clean and very comfortable. The Property is along a water way which leads out to the lake. There is a nice patio outside of the kitchen to grill and socialize or just sit and enjoy the peace and quiet. One evening Dave & Marty connected with us from their deck above and we found them to be very nice folks! Hope to be able to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn H.

Very clean and very roomy!

Had a wonderful time in Ohio at this rental. It was very clean and spacious. The owners provided just about everything we needed. Our grandkids visited us while we were there, and they were a little rambunctious. The owners took it all in stride without any complaint. The setting on the water was beautiful, so was the property. We would definitely rent this property, again.

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Ducks!

Lovely hosts and beautiful view. Way more room than we needed, but was the perfect location for us. Spotlessly clean. Deposit refunded hours after we left, which has not always been the case with some other VRBO properties. Thanks Dave & Marti! Lindsay & Lori
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debi W., Bluffton, SC

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

Stunning

The property is stunning. I wish our stay had been under better circumstances. Stayed for 4 nights to attend a funeral. We did not have time to really enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Everything was 1st class. Could not have gone better.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert G., North Fort Myers

Beautiful views from patio to lake along tree lined canal.

After a bit of confusion we found the hard to see driveway between 4660 and 4648 and drove down. Unsure about where to park. No garage for guests, but adequate space on side of driveway. After walking down about 15-20 stairs to guests quarters, found delightful suite with lots of space in all areas. Truly delighted by views to lawn, canal, and entrance to lake. Would definitely rent again. Pleasant owner and cookies to die for (thank you Marti!)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Great place on the lake.

We were very happy with this property. I wasn't sure how it would be having the owner in the top half of the house, but they are very quiet and not intrusive. They pretty much stayed away unless I initiated conversation and then was very friendly. I really enjoyed talking with David, but never met his wife. The downstairs rental area is HUGE. We had more space than in the whole houses that we've reneted. The house is very clean and well kept. The yard is well landscaped. The house is very well stocked with everything you could need. The location is convenient to pretty much everything in the area. Whenever we are in the area, we will try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alan & Kelly M.

Quiet place to sit outside and enjoy a meal and State Park nearby to explore

Our family enjoyed our quiet weekend getaway. We spent much time outside enjoying the view and chatting. The owner was very helpful with information and also showed us 'where he grew his own worms for fishing'. We enjoyed some lite fishing, although next time I'd bring bug spray standing so close to the water. I'd also bring bottled water for coffee and drinking. The owner graciously provided 6 bottles of water and coffee. We drink lots of water and are very particular about water. The water here does have a slight sulfur smell, but if you're not fussy about that, it's fine. The apartment is below the owners living quarters was clean and spacious and very comfortable. The beds were great, too. Yes, the owner lives upstairs and sometimes you can hear him and his wife walking around, but it really is quite nice. Our little family get away was quite enjoyable. Our main reason for staying here was so that we could explore the National Park and the home's quaint location just off the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Gary Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was as advertised, and we enjoyed our short stay. The hosts were excellent with delicious homemade apple caramel bars waiting for our arrival!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice area, lovely guest suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful! Thank you Marty and Dave for sharing your beautiful home and property with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property. Gave 4 stars on accuracy of listing because it’s nicer than the description.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly what we needed for our trip. Space was equipped, large and relaxing. Friends and family wanted to come visit us instead of us needing to go visit them. One friend said it was like a little vacation for her too! We hope to be able to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and friendly hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

martha m.

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

Exceptional

Just how I pictured it to be, exceptional!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by D A Mihelic

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Dave & Marti born and educated in the area.
*Hoban HS and John Carroll Univ in Cleveland
David worked as produce clerk in Norton and steel mill worker in Cleveland at Jones & Laughlin Steel as a laborer and shipping clerk.
*David served as a Naval Aviator over 5 years, primarily in Jacksonville, FL, earning qualifications in single and multi-engine prop and high performance jet aircraft flying the T-34, T-28, S-2, C-1, T-2A, B &C, and TA-4J & F,. In addition David earned an Air Traffic Control certificate and Commercial pilot license during his service and departed with rank of Lt...
Marti is a long time PLX resident. She graduated from Our Lady of the Elms and attended the University of Akron.
*Semi-retired owner of golf distribution business and logo products company.
*Live in this home year round and offer our 1500 sq ft guest suite for visitors.

Why they chose this property

*Only minutes away from the southern boundary of Cuyahoga Valley National Park - named 2nd best National Park by Travel Lens.
*20 minute drive to Pro Football Hall of Fame
*50 minute drive to Rock and Roll HOF, Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Guardians,
A Christmas Story house, Cleveland Museum of Art, Metroparks Zoo, WestSside Market, Botanical Gardens, Little Italy and more
*20 minute drive to Clays Park Lake Country Fest
*5 minute drive to Towpath Trail - Ohio & Erie Canalway (currently 87 miles of hiking)
*5 minute drive to Portage Lakes State Park beach & disc golf - which can be seen from our vacation rental

We grew up in the area and took advantage of the recreational activities as children. Wife is a life resident of the area. We moved back to the area after military service and bought a water lot in 1987.

We have a rich history of 100+ years which connects us with the Ohio, Erie and Pennsylvania/Ohio Canals, Delaware Indians, Portage Path, Ohio Dept of Wildlife, Portage Lakes State Park, Connecticut Land Grants, the Western Reserve, prohibition, farming, coal mining and water sports.

Today, most residents living in the area will tell you they live in Portage Lakes which encompasses the cities of New Franklin, Green and Coventry Twp. If a resident tells another Ohio resident they are from Portage Lakes, most will know where you live. When given the official name of your resident city, the majority will have no idea where you live.
During the 1980's and 1990's a transition from weekend cottages to upscale modern homes began. As Carolyn Vogenitz, author of 'Portage Lakes Then & Now' has stated, it became a sardine & caviar look. Many a new upscale home might sit next to a tiny cottage dating back to the early 1900's.

What makes this property unique

Quiet
Relaxing
Trees
Wildlife - ducks, geese, deer, fox, mink, muskrat, osprey, hawks, great blue herons, greenback herons, cormorants and more.
Watch boats, anglers, SUPs and kayaks float by
Fishing from property - equipment provided

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