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Guest Suite with private entrance on 1.5 acres.
Beautiful 1.5 acre wooded lot, unique setting with country living in the city. Close to Bethel Rd shopping and diverse dining. Close to Rt. 315, Antrim Lake path, and Olentangy Trail. You'll have the suite all to yourself: private entrance, electronic keypad, a dedicated parking space, no shared walls with main house. Easy to come and go. Full bathroom with tiled shower. Zoned temperature controls for your comfort. King bed, wifi, Roku TV, and everything you need for an enjoyable stay.

Clean | Convenient Location | High Fashion Design
We donate a portion of your booking to local non-profits. Details below. “It’s the details that set this place apart,” is the #1 piece of feedback we receive. British-inspired getaway minutes to everything - OSU, Short North, Intel, Airport, Downtown. Inviting & warm & full of one-of-a-kind pieces from all over the world, creature comforts, and a fridge you'll want to take a selfie with! Tea, coffee, and biscuits included. Fast wifi. In one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Columbus.

Waldeck Creek Country Retreat
Welcome to country living! We live on a serene 12 acre lot in the country just minutes from I-70 (Exit 79 E bound/Exit 85 W bound). We offer a clean and cozy lower-level apartment with a private entrance, 2 bedrooms/1 bath, snack/coffee bar with an assortment of snacks, tea, and coffee, a living room, reclining sofa, pool table, electric fireplace, RokuTV, small table/2 chairs and an outdoor patio area. We are located on a 250-acre family farm with a walking path, woods, creek, and cabin.

Cozy 2 bedroom basement apt. (see description)
Our two bedroom unit has a relaxing, modern feel. We are right on the edge of High St. & Morse Rd. in the Beechwold/Clintonville area, close to diverse restaurants and shops, and with easy access to different parts of town. It is a comfortable environment with complimentary Keurig cups. The laundry machines are a shared space, and can only be accessed by crossing through the basement room. If the host needs to use them during your stay, you will be notified ahead of time.

Holtz Häusle | Cozy Apartment in the Woods
You’d never guess this home, tucked back in the woods, was right off of High Street! Find peace and quiet while being only minutes from the fun of Columbus! Hidden away in the Clintonville neighborhood, it’s just a 10 min drive to Downtown. Guests enjoy private access to the entire first floor of this gorgeous house set back in the woods overlooking Adena Brook ravine. Enjoy a luxury apartment experience while relaxing in the solace of the forest around you.

Bespoke Short North Oasis-FLAT
Cozy. Clean. Modern. Just for you. Make yourself at home at this stylish Summit Street flat professionally designed, restored and created in 2023 by one of Columbus' premier interior design firms, Paul+Jo Studio. Every bit of the space has been meticulously curated for comfort, relaxation and convenience. Located in Italian Village, you'll be minutes away from High Street in the Short North, German Village, Nationwide Arena, and the Ohio State University.

🌲 Mtn Mod Townhome w/City Views-Unmatched Location
• The Grove at Grandview! The Blue Spruce is a private 3 bedroom 2 bathroom townhome • Walkable to Grandview • 1.5 miles to downtown/OSU campus • Single stall garage parking • COVID Certified Cleaners • Smart TV's in the livingroom and every bedroom! • Premium linens, towels, & soaps • Spacious bedrooms for 6 to sleep comfortably w/3 queen beds • Fully stocked modern kitchen • Complimentary coffee w/to go cups • Washer & dryer w/detergent

Comfy and Fun | Fam-Friendly Suite | Powell
Enjoy a spacious private suite in the lower level of our family home with a private entrance. Closest possible stay to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, and Zoombeezi Bay Waterpark. Easy access to the Ohio State University, downtown Dublin, trendy Bridge Park, and quaint downtown Powell. Nearby dining options, shopping, golf, and family-friendly attractions. A comfortable and convenient place to stay, with all the amenities of home.

Countryside Private Dwelling
Enjoy the peaceful countryside just 15 minutes off of the outer loop of Columbus. We have a seperate guest house on our small farm with a king size master suite and queen bedroom. This guest home is completely private from the main residence and is the perfect ambience for peace and quiet. . My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families (with kids), and big groups.

Private Guest House just minutes from Columbus Zoo
Newly remodeled guest house is the perfect location to step away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but still be a 10-20 minute drive from great restaurants, night life, and shopping. It is also located just 5 miles from one of the best zoos in the country, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. The house comfortably fits 2 adults and 2 children. The house is not an ideal place for 4 adults.

Cozy Cottage near Columbus Zoo, Dublin, Powell
- Memorial Golf Tournament, 5 min. - Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay, 5 min. - Village charm, quiet, family neighborhood, walk to restaurants, shops - 100+ 5 Star Reviews - Firepit, wood provided - Parking in garage, private driveway - Perfect for families and remote work - Dublin Bridge Park, 10 min. - Ohio Stadium events, 23 min. - Columbus Convention Center, 27 min.

Dublin Columbus Border
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this Airbnb in North West Columbus including Bridge Park Dublin, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Zoombezi Bay Water Park, The Ohio State University campus, Nationwide Arena, Huntington Park, Lower(dot)com Field, historic Crew Stadium and Muirfield Village Golf Club. Great neighborhood for walking.
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Destinations to explore
- Ohio Stadium
- Easton Town Center
- Zoombezi Bay
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Muirfield Village Golf Club
- Buckeye Lake State Park
- John Bryan State Park
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center Columbus
- Schiller Park
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Worthington Hills Country Club
- Scioto Country Club
- Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club
- Westerville Golf Center
- York Golf Club
- St. Albans Golf Club
- Royal American Links
- Links At Echosprings
- Snow Trails
- Rockside Winery and Vineyards
- Clover Valley Golf Club
- The Blueberry Patch
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