5 Bed Home with Game Room, Theater Room, Fire Pit, ONLY 3 Mins from the ARK!
Welcome to your perfect family getaway! Just 3 MINUTES FROM THE ARK ENCOUNTER, this charming 1935 home blends historic charm with modern comfort, creating the perfect setting for unforgettable memories! with 5 BEDROOMS and 3 BATHROOMS, there is plenty of space for families and groups to relax, reconnect, and enjoy time together. Enjoy family fun in the GAME ROOM or gather outside around the FIRE PIT sharing highlights from your day. Kids will love playing in the yard while adults unwind on the COVERED PATIO. The full kitchen makes mealtime a breeze, and the cozy outdoor seating is perfect for evening relaxation.
GAME ROOM INCLUDES:
-2 ARCADE MACHINES -AIR HOCKEY TABLE -THEATER ROOM -VARIOUS ADDITIONAL GAMES FOR THE FAMILY
OUTDOOR FIRE PIT!
BEDROOMS:
Master Bed - KING Bedroom 2 - Queen Bedroom 3 - Queen Bedroom 4 - (kids) 3 twin xl sized beds - has bunkbed with pullout twin trundle Also have additional twin sized air mattress Bedroom 5 - Queen
All beds have memory foam mattresses to help provide for a great night of rest!
Pack N Play for those traveling with their precious little ones :)
The house sleeps 12 people comfortably within the 5 bedrooms, the pull out sofa bed, and 1 air mattress. The pull-out sleeper sofa in the basement/game room, and the twin air mattress is in the kids bedroom closet. All essential cooking supplies provided in fully stocked kitchen to make family meal times a breeze.
-3 mins to Ark Encounter - As close as you can get! -1 min to downtown Williamstown -40 mins to Creation Museum -40 mins to Newport Aquarium -37 mins to Cincinnati Airport -10 mins to Williamstown Lake -43 mins to Rabbit Hash
Nearby Restaurants:
- 2 minutes to Hansies Flip Burgers -2 minutes to Opa's Pizzeria -4 minutes to El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
Grocery:
-8 minutes to Walmart in Dry Ridge -7 minutes to Ruler Foods -3 minutes to Edmonson's Grocery (small gas station/market) - 30 seconds (you read that correctly) to La Morena Meat Market -this is directly across the road, small convenience store for small essentials
This is a home that was built in 1935, so it has a lot of character and charm, but has undergone a complete renovation, to include LVP flooring throughout, fresh paint, fixtures, lighting, 3 separate zone mini splits in the upstairs bedrooms, as well as ceiling fans.
Please note: there are train tracks about 300 yards from the home and a train occasionally runs at various times in the day and night. This may affect light sleepers :)
Note: with this being a pre-WW2 historic home, ceiling height in basement is lower than standard ceiling height.
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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
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
Williamstown
Williamstown is home to this holiday home. Webb Park and Williamstown Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ark Encounter and Ararat Ridge Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Kangaroo Walkabout and Rainbow Maze.
Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 7 min drive
Gold Star - 7 min drive
Dunkin' - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 5 Bed Home with Game Room, Theater Room, Fire Pit, ONLY 3 Mins from the ARK! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 5 Bed Home with Game Room, Theater Room, Fire Pit, ONLY 3 Mins from the ARK!?
As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Bed Home with Game Room, Theater Room, Fire Pit, ONLY 3 Mins from the ARK! on 22 Feb 2027 start from AU$1,516, 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 5 Bed Home with Game Room, Theater Room, Fire Pit, ONLY 3 Mins from the ARK!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is 5 Bed Home with Game Room, Theater Room, Fire Pit, ONLY 3 Mins from the ARK! located?
This family-friendly Williamstown holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Webb Park and Ark Encounter. Ararat Ridge Zoo and Rainbow Maze are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great time in this comfortable and functional home with three levels of a most welcoming rental. The dining area off of the kitchen was big enough to accommodate our entire family of twelve. After getting back from the Ark Encounter, we chatted about our day in the living room, roomy and inviting. There was a full bathroom on every floor for convenience. We heartily recommend this vacation home.
The home accommodated 7 adults and 4 children very well! The theater room was a wonderful place for a movie evening or for games. The front porch was great place for card game playing or early morning coffee. The yard was nice for the kids to play outdoors. The host was a great communicator! We visited the Ark; Creation museum and Cincinnati Zoo! Make sure you stop by Beans Cafe and Bakery.
Great location to the Ark. it was clean. Had plenty of utensils in the kitchen for our large group. Very pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Thank you Christopher for the review. I am glad you found the location convenient to the Ark, and you had all the kitchen cookware and essentials you were looking for. God Bless!
House was nicely equipped, clean and was accurately described in the listing. Communication with the host was good and we enjoyed the stay. House is very convenient to the Ark and to downtown.
Super clean property with lots of room for kids to play and sleep. Loved the porch with great furniture. Kitchen was well supplied for prepping big family meals. Game run is super fun and unique. Take the small note about train noise seriously. Trains run frequently, neighborhood has loud work trucks and it is a safe distance from a loud main road.
5 Star home! The beds are super comfortable! The home is organized and very clean. The game room was my favorite:)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words Martina! I’m glad you found a home well organized and very clean, and that the game room was a hit! You are welcome back anytime!
We had such a wonderful stay. The game room & theater were hits with the kids for sure! Beds were comfortable and kitchen was well equipped. Would love to stay here again!
Thanks for sharing you're home Greg! It was a perfect getaway for our large group! Close to the Ark Encounter and the Creation museum. The kids loved the entertainment and the accommodations were perfect. We will be beck!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Thank you so much Larry! I'm glad to hear the location was great for you and your group. It's about as close to the Ark as you can get without being inside of it :)
This house was great. It was clean, easy to get in and out of & close to the Ark, not far from the Creation Museum. The house was played out well & had many activities to keep us busy. The host was nice and easy to communicate with. I highly recommend staying here
Super cute house right around the corner from the Ark. Arrival and getting into the house was smooth, the house was very clean, and has a lot of character. We thought we would be spending most of our time in the game room/theater room, but ended up sitting outside both on the deck and around the fire pit for most of our stay.
Greg was an amazing host, checked on us dailyTo see if we needed anything! The house itself was in a perfect location and was simply amazing! Every detail that you could think of the house had it! Will definitely stay here again in the future!
The game room was a hit for the kids. We loved the layout of the house. It was super close to the ark which was our main reason for staying, I would for sure book here again if we came back.
We had a great time visiting the Ark and Creation Museum. The house was located in a great place to get to the Ark, and the Williamstown Lake. We had the best time and the space of the house was perfect!!
We had a group of 11. Everyone had such a great time. We will definitly be recomending this place to others headed to the Ark.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
I’m so glad to hear you and your family had a wonderful stay. Thanks for the kind words Myra!
Verified review
6/10 Okay
David H.
2 May 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication
No lighting to use to go down the stairs to room in basement.. No closet space in 3 tooms.. House had a sewage smell after Day 1 and we bought Lysol..Owner answered questions quickly. House isn’t good for older travelers
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Thank you for the review. We strive to provide accurate listing information, and the listing photos show that there are stairs in the home. 3 of the bedrooms have closets available to the guests, and 2 do not. The home is equipped with lighting to go downstairs to the basement, it is right beside the door before you go downstairs. I am sorry you were unable to find it. Thank you for choosing our home for your stay, I wish you and your family the best!
clean, nice and very convenient for our trip to the arkthe yard was nice for the Kids to play in.Game room was perfect for the teens to spend the evening
This was the perfect place to stay when going to see the ARK Encounter, especially with having kids! Not only was the house set up with a great layout but there was so many little details that made this trip even better. You had board games, arcade games, air hockey, and a little movie spot just in the basement. Then they even had a nice pack n play and high chair for the littles. Our family had the best time at this home and Greg was awesome to reach out and make sure our stay was just that and more! There’s also a friendly stray cat that you might get to see and very friendly outside. Overall a great place to stay and would definitely recommend to come stay if you get the chance!
Super nice home - there were plenty of dishes, cups, & cookware for our large group and many thoughtful "extras" that you don't find in other rentals. The game/entertainment rooms downstairs were a HUGE hit with children and adults alike. It's pricey, but if you can afford it, it's totally worth it! We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for the awesome review! We’re really glad you and your group had a great time, especially in the game rooms – those are some of our favorite spaces too. It means a lot to hear you noticed all the little extras we put in to make guests feel at home. We’d love to have you back anytime!
About the host
Hosted by Gregory Mazzei
Hi there! I’m a husband, a proud dad to a wild and wonderful 4-year-old boy and an equally adventurous 2.5 year-old daughter, and a brand new 1 month old baby girl! Life at our house is full of laughter, toys everywhere, and the occasional surprise tea party. When I’m not chasing little ones around, I work as a pilot and have been lucky enough to travel all over the world — but I always love coming home.
In my free time, you’ll usually find me outside — either in the garden, tending to my orchard, or sneaking in a motorcycle ride when the kids are napping (don’t worry, I keep it safe). I also enjoy exercising and, most importantly, spending quality time with my family.
I love hosting because I’m genuinely curious about people — where you’re from, where you’re going, and what brings you to our corner of the world. I believe travel is about making memories, and I hope my property helps you do just that. Thanks for considering staying with us — safe travels and God Bless!
Why they chose this property
I love that it is so close to the incredible Ark Encounter! Also, it is very walkable, and downtown Williamstown is walkable as well, which is great if you feel like grabbing a meal at one of the local restaurants.
What makes this property unique
The proximity to the Ark Encounter and downtown Williamstown. Also, the game room and theater room is amazing! Additionally, the fire pit and back deck are great for large groups and families that want to relax at the end of the day. It's a great way to unwind and share memories together.
Languages:
English, Portuguese
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