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Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome • Large Group Stay

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Iuka II, a 1600 sqft duplex conveniently located on N. 4th St. just north of 17th St.
First Floor Dining Room
First Floor Full Amenity Kitchen
Second Floor Queen Bedroom- direct access to rear porch and stairs to the Third Floor.
Second Floor Bathroom with towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Columbus, OH
  • Place, Ohio State Fairgrounds
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio State University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, OH (CMH-John Glenn Columbus Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome • Large Group Stay

✨ Spacious 4BR/3BA in a renovated 1900s duplex!
🏡 Walk to OSU: Just 10 min on foot to campus!
- Short Uber to Short North: Enjoy restaurants, bars & galleries.
🛏️ Bedroom 4 Bonus: 3 queens + private bath (available for 4+ guests).
🐶 Pet-friendly. $35/day per dog (max $200/month).
🚗Includes 2 parking spots behind home.
Flexible Stay: Book this half of the duplex, or reserve both for larger groups (Iuka I available)
Perfect for families, friends, or OSU visitors seeking historic charm!

We are available to guests by email, phone, or text. For urgent matters after 10PM, please call us. We know our neighborhood very well and care about our community- let us know when you need something or have questions!

Great Location Near Iuka Ravine
Our duplex is on N. 4th St., in a vibrant, welcoming neighborhood we’ve loved living in ourselves! The area is home to musicians, professors, students, and working professionals, giving it a lively, friendly vibe.

· Nearby amenities: Bus stops within walking distance.
· Outdoor spots: A lovely park and the scenic Iuka Ravine are just a minute’s walk down the hill.

Guest Access
You’ll have full access to your side of the duplex, plus the fenced backyard. Please note that both the backyard and parking area are shared with guests staying on the other side of the duplex.

🕒 Check-In / Check-Out
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM


🏡 Welcome to Your Home Away from Home!

Main Floor:
· Living room with Smart TV (bring your streaming accounts 📺)
· Half bathroom 🛁
· Kitchen & dining area 🍴 Fully stocked with appliances, cookware, olive oil, salt, pepper, plus coffee, tea, creamer, and sugar ☕

2nd Floor:
· 3 bedrooms 🛏️ (1 queen per room)
· Full bathroom with shower/bath 🚿
· Back bedroom features a covered outdoor porch 🌿

3rd Floor (for groups of 4+ guests):
· Open room with 3 queen beds 🛏️
· Newly renovated full bathroom with walk-in shower 🚿

Laundry & Essentials:
· Washer & dryer in the basement 🧺
· Iron & ironing board
· Towels, washcloths, shampoo, conditioner, soap provided
· Pack n Play & highchair available on request 👶

Outdoor Spaces:
· Front porch 🌞
· Fenced backyard shared with the other duplex, with grill 🍔 & fire pit 🔥

Extras & Amenities:
· Wi-Fi (5GHz) 🌐
· Refrigerator/freezer, blender, toaster, microwave, stove/oven, pots/pans, utensils, plates, etc.
· 2 off-street parking spots behind the duplex 🚗 (street parking usually free—check signs!)

Max Guests: 12
· 2nd Floor: 3 bedrooms, 1 queen each
· 2nd Floor: Full bathroom
· 3rd Floor: Open room with 3 queen beds (4+ guests only)
· 3rd Floor: Full bathroom

✨Perfect for families, friends, or OSU visitors seeking comfort, convenience, and charm!

🌆 Explore the Neighborhood!
There’s plenty to do on High Street and the up-and-coming N. 4th Street—restaurants, bars, shops, and more! Getting around is easy with GPS or rideshare.

🚗 Local Tip: Columbus meter maids are strict—always read street signs to avoid tickets!

Nearby Attractions:
· Columbus Convention Center – 2.8 mi
· OSU Stadium – 1.3 mi
· Downtown Columbus – within 3.8 mi
· Ohio Expo/Fairgrounds/Mapfre Stadium – 1.5 mi
· Schottenstein Center – 1.9 mi
· Easton Mall – 6 mi

Perfect for sports fans, shoppers, and explorers alike!

🏡 House Rules & Important Info

✅ Please read and agree before booking.

📸 Booking Requirements
· A valid photo ID is required at booking for security purposes.
· At this time, we are not hosting local residents.

👥 Guest Count & Fees
· Base rates cover up to 3 guests. Each additional guest (from the 4th guest onward) is subject to an extra nightly fee.
· Bedroom 4 (3 queens +private bath) is only available for 4+ guests.
· Only registered, paying overnight guests are allowed on the property.
· Please ensure your guest count is correct before your stay. Refunds for adjustments are at the host’s discretion.
· This system allows us to keep rates affordable for smaller groups while still accommodating larger ones.

🐾 Pets Welcome
· Dogs welcome! $35/pet per night (max $200/month per pet). Fees will be adjusted after booking.
· Please let us know at booking if you’re bringing a pet.
· Restricted breeds: Akita, Chow, American Staffordshire Terrier, Pitbull, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, Wolf hybrids, Presa Canarios, or mixes of these breeds. Any dog with a bite history is also not permitted (for insurance reasons).
· Pet damages/stains may incur additional fees.
· Cleanup required: All pet waste must be picked up and properly disposed of. A $20 fee applies if we must remove pet waste.

🔇 Quiet Hours & Noise Policy
· We kindly ask guests to observe quiet hours from 9 PM to 9 AM to ensure a comfortable stay for everyone and to respect our neighbors.
· If noise ever becomes an issue, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us—and we’ll do the same if needed
· If noise may be a concern, consider renting a standalone home.

🧴 Supplies & Essentials
· We provide starter quantities of toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher pods, laundry pods.
· Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash) and basic coffee/creamer are provided.
· For longer stays, please purchase any additional supplies you may need.

🚪 Accessibility
· This home does not have handicap access.
· There are stairs to enter the front and back porches of the home.
· No bedrooms or bathrooms on the first floor.

🐾 Allergies & Sensitivities
· While we clean thoroughly, we cannot guarantee the home is free from pet dander, smoke residue, cleaning scents, or allergens. Please book with this in mind.

💳 Damage Waiver & Fees
· A $129 non-refundable Damage Waiver is required for all reservations.
· Covers up to $1,500 in accidental damage.
· Intentional or negligent damage is not covered and will be the guest’s responsibility.
· Strong odors requiring Ozone treatment (smoke, heavy food, etc.) incur a $500 fee.

📹 Security Features
For everyone’s safety and the protection of the property:
- There are exterior security cameras located at the front and rear of the home.
- There are no interior cameras.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 20223406
Property # 966750vb
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

Columbus

Located in Columbus, this holiday home is in the city centre. Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ohio Expo Center and State Fair and COSI. Check out an event or a game at Historic Crew Stadium, and consider making time for Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Columbus, OH

What's nearby

  • Ohio State Fairgrounds - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Newport Music Hall - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ohio State University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ohio Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪4th Street Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Summit Music Hall - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪King's Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Zach's - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome • Large Group Stay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome • Large Group Stay?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome • Large Group Stay on 7 July 2026 start from AU$303, 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 Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome • Large Group Stay?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome • Large Group Stay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome • Large Group Stay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fairground/OSU | K9s Welcome • Large Group Stay located?

Located in University District, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ohio State Fairgrounds, Ohio State University and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair. Greater Columbus Convention Center and Ohio Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach G.

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

Great stay

Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
Happy to hear you would pick Rowe House Rentals for your next visit! Thank you for the 5-stars -Rowe House Rentals Team
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space that accommodated our group well - would recommend. Pretty pricy but still good for football weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2025
We’re so happy to hear the space was a good fit for your group and that you had a great football weekend! Thanks for the recommendation — we’d love to welcome you back anytime. -Rowe House Rentals Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James J.

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

Great stay

Great stay super clean and wonderful amenities like coffee creamer spices and snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2022
Thank you James! Happy we could host!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

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

Great stay

We were here for a conference and we had a great stay. Everything was as advertised, comfortable beds, clean and comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2022
Rowe House Rentals appreciates you time to review our property. Glad everything was great, and you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Paige S.

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

Quaint and comfortable!

Perfect for families and dog friendly!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks Paige!
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice house with great AC- parking accommodations fit small to mid size vehicles. Great and quick communication with owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Thank you, Brandi, for taking time to review our home. We are happy you enjoyed your stay with us and we look forward to hosting the next time you are in Columbus. -Rowe House Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anika S.

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

Great Stay

Lots of space to house many people. Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2024
Thank you for your 5-star review and that your experience was a great one. We'd love to host again the next time you are in the Columbus area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Great place to rent for Ohio State Football Games..

Great property for fun gathering, kitchen a little small.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review of Rowe House Rental home. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host again any time you are in the Columbus area. -Rowe House Rentals Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Business Convention - perfect place to stay

Super place to stay with business associates! Easy to get to the convention and relaxing to get away to our own space after the crowds at convention all day!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
Glad it worked out well for you Karen!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mac M.

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

Family OSU vs TTUN game

Our stay was great. The location was great for local family. CAN WE BOOK THIS LOCATION FOR NEXT YEAR 2024??
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2023
So happy to hear you had a great stay and are wanting to return in 2024. Our booking platform is 6 months prior to arrival. Keep an eye out! Rowe Rentals Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty Y.

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

Go Bucks!

Great place to stay for a great Buckeyes weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2021
Happy we could host! Go Bucks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith N.

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

Eclipse home base!

Our family of 5 was thrilled with the house, the location and the service!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2024
Thank you for choosing Rowe Rentals for your eclipse viewing. It was a pleasure to host you and your family !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

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

Cozy beds

Great stay! Cozy beds. 10 minutes from the jobsite. Great private parking. We had a great overall stay and will stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2021
Glad to hear this Joshua! Thanks so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

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

Weekend trip

I booked this trip to enjoy my weekend trip with friends. I appreciated the smooth communication with the owners to allow a smooth stay. The house was very nice and spacious enough for the amount of guests staying.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
Taylor Thank you for your review and we are happy to hear that your 'friends' weekend was an enjoyable one! Hope to host again next time you are in the Columbus area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler D.

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

Work stay

As production stage hands, a comfortable stay at good value is a constant must. Rowe properties delivered a great home at a great price.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2024
Your kind words, Tyler are much appreciated, and we are happy we could be a part of a good experience for you. Come back again soon! -Rowe Rentals Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky B.

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

Columbus weekend

Service was well with the owner. Enjoyed the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Glad you enjoyed it Ricky! We were happy to host!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roland Z.

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

Location and plenty of room

The 3 story building was perfect for a 4 day festival at the Historic Crew stadium. 20 minite walking distance adjacent to food options too. Within a college community but we had no issues. The house was very clean and had all the amenities one would need
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2025
Happy to hear you not only enjoyed the home, but the location for walking everywhere. Hope to host again the next time you are in Columbus. -Rowe House Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

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

Close to Expo and OSU

We enjoyed our stay and it was very close to the Ohio Expo Center and Ohio State University. The owner was very easy to reach via email and answered our questions in a timely manner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Lots of space and character

Had the opportunity to stay here as we were moving from out of town. Great location for bus route, access to I-71 and close to some good places to eat. Beds are comfortable and has a ton of room for a good sized group. This is a place I would recommend for friends and family coming in for events or vacation.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
So happy we were able to host Cheryl! It was an absolute pleasure and it's great to hear that you would recommend our place! THANK YOU!
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert C.

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

Very clean

Great location for Quarter Horse Congress
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2023
Look forward to hosting again on your next trip to Columbus!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Five stars all around

We had such a great time! The location is perfect, and the house was so accommodating for our family. We are frequent visitors to Columbus and will definitely be back! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Ahh this is so great to hear! Thank you so much and we are so glad you enjoyed the apartment and your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Comfortable start, good location, nice amenities

This home was very nice to stay. The title says it all. We would definitely consider staying again. It’s close to campus, but not so close your in the middle of the students.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2021
Glad you enjoyed the apartment Robert! Thanks so much!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jamie M.

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

Graduation

Not many places are able to hold enough for a family to stay together and celebrate a graduation at The Ohio State. We were very fortunate to find this location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful House

This was our first time in Columbus and we were not disappointed! The house was gorgeous and very clean. The check-in process was a breeze, and the host was incredibly responsive. Every detail was attended to, making our experience truly delightful. I highly recommend this place for a comfortable and hassle-free stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2023
Hi Ashlyn! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us so much that you would recommend us! What a kind review! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

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

Pleased

Super cute house! Will rent again if in Columbus in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2023
So glad to hear you enjoyed Rowe Rentals, Iuka II. We look forward to hosting you again!

About the host

Hosted by Rowe Rentals

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Mike and Ingrid met in Japan and moved to Columbus in 2009 and have been loving it ever since! They are both experienced travelers & love renovating historic homes. It seemed natural to combine their hobbies of traveling and renovating- so they started hosting in 2015. Hello Rowe Rentals! Our team, Frances, Ingrid, and Mike, knows quite a bit about the Short North and are pleased to help you during your stay-please contact Rowe Rentals for any questions!

Why they chose this property

This 1920s property allowed us just have fun. It didn't require a lot of renovations and the neighborhood is a mix of people- very hip, relaxed area away from the hustle and bustle of the Short North and OSU campus area. The place is very spacious- great for traveling with a large group but having different living spaces to SPREAD out.

What makes this property unique

Please note the following about our apartments: Our homes range from 97 to 135 years old. If you are in search of a perfect, flawless place to stay, you may want to look for newer build. We love being hosts- providing a home to stay in and delivering a unique experience when visiting this city but please keep in mind this is not a 5 star hotel, it’s a home.

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