Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!
House in Sandusky, OH
25 guests · 6 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
You will not find another Sandusky property with an Indoor Basketball Court. We also have a balcony with a movie theatre with six couches for your comfort and a sauna
Highlights :
This unit is on the Private third floor of a historic building. THERE IS NO ELEVATOR. REQUIRES CLIMBING 24 Steps from Ground level to 2nd Floor and another 24 steps to reach 3rd Floor.
7500 sf living/relaxation space
1000 sf private rooftop deck with gorgeous views of Sandusky Bay and Cedar Point.
Private indoor Basketball Court
Private indoor Movie Theater with 12'x14' screen complete with Popcorn Machine and cotton candy machine
A private sauna that seats six comfortably
Regulation 4.5' x 9' custom slate pool table
board games
Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, ten burner gas stove, double wall oven, grill, griddle, and extra-large refrigerator/freezer combo
Three spiral staircases
18 ft ceilings in the Master Bedroom and Main Living Area
Rooftop deck highlights include:
2 level- deck
XL 1006 sq in 8-burner Propane Grill
2 Propane Firepit seating areas
Outdoor dining table and chairs on the upper level
**you ARE NOT allowed off the deck area of roof**
Jet Express Dock for travel to Put-In-Bay & Kelleys Islands is only two block walk
Numerous restaurants/bars within a 1-2 block walk
Marketplace Downtown-Noble Axes, Noble Crafts, Wake up and Waffle, and so much more, J-Bistro, Crush Wine Bar, WTF-R (What the Fried Rice), Daly's Pub, Small City Tap House, Hot Dog Tony's, Dockside, Shore House, Oh Taco, Volstead (Speakeasy - unique bar)
Sleeping Areas...
Five bedrooms+ and three full bathrooms, and (2) 1/2 bathrooms off the gym for you or events (toilet only).
Sleeps 25+
Master Bedroom: 20' x 20' (sleeps 8)
King-size bed
Double fold-down futon couch
Four twin beds (unique built-in bunk beds with library ladder access)
Great Room loft bedroom (Sleeps 2)
Full-size bed
Corner Stage bedroom w/loft (Sleeps 4)
Spiral staircase to loft with Queen size bed
Full size fold down couch in the lower level
**shares bathroom "jack& jill" with other lower stage bedroom**
Lower stage bedroom (Sleeps 4)
Queen size four post bed
Double fold-down futon couch
**shares a bathroom "jack & jill" with corner stage bedroom**
Upper stage bedroom (Sleeps 2)
King size bed
Ensuite bathroom
Mezzanine - overlooking gym/movie screen (Sleeps 7)
Two fold-down convertible sofas
Twin bed over Full bed bunk beds
One regular leather couch
Three sets of 3 reclining couches/theater seats
Curtains can be drawn for privacy from below
Sauna
Circular Booth and table
This unit is on the third floor of a historic building. THERE IS NO ELEVATOR. REQUIRES CLIMBING 24 Steps from Ground level to 2nd Floor and another 24 steps to reach 3rd Floor—street parking for this location. The parking lot behind our building IS NOT ours. You will be towed if you park there (at your expense). There is a free public Parking lot behind the Subway across the street or a free public parking garage on the corner of Columbus Ave and Market St. Thank you.
If more space is needed, you can also look at our other location for booking...
We also have The Lodge at Bayview- a great property miles/approx 7minutes away.
VRBO-The Lodge at Bayview - sleeps 16 (max 21) ID# 1378387
Highlights :
This unit is on the Private third floor of a historic building. THERE IS NO ELEVATOR. REQUIRES CLIMBING 24 Steps from Ground level to 2nd Floor and another 24 steps to reach 3rd Floor.
7500 sf living/relaxation space
1000 sf private rooftop deck with gorgeous views of Sandusky Bay and Cedar Point.
Private indoor Basketball Court
Private indoor Movie Theater with 12'x14' screen complete with Popcorn Machine and cotton candy machine
A private sauna that seats six comfortably
Regulation 4.5' x 9' custom slate pool table
board games
Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, ten burner gas stove, double wall oven, grill, griddle, and extra-large refrigerator/freezer combo
Three spiral staircases
18 ft ceilings in the Master Bedroom and Main Living Area
Rooftop deck highlights include:
2 level- deck
XL 1006 sq in 8-burner Propane Grill
2 Propane Firepit seating areas
Outdoor dining table and chairs on the upper level
**you ARE NOT allowed off the deck area of roof**
Jet Express Dock for travel to Put-In-Bay & Kelleys Islands is only two block walk
Numerous restaurants/bars within a 1-2 block walk
Marketplace Downtown-Noble Axes, Noble Crafts, Wake up and Waffle, and so much more, J-Bistro, Crush Wine Bar, WTF-R (What the Fried Rice), Daly's Pub, Small City Tap House, Hot Dog Tony's, Dockside, Shore House, Oh Taco, Volstead (Speakeasy - unique bar)
Sleeping Areas...
Five bedrooms+ and three full bathrooms, and (2) 1/2 bathrooms off the gym for you or events (toilet only).
Sleeps 25+
Master Bedroom: 20' x 20' (sleeps 8)
King-size bed
Double fold-down futon couch
Four twin beds (unique built-in bunk beds with library ladder access)
Great Room loft bedroom (Sleeps 2)
Full-size bed
Corner Stage bedroom w/loft (Sleeps 4)
Spiral staircase to loft with Queen size bed
Full size fold down couch in the lower level
**shares bathroom "jack& jill" with other lower stage bedroom**
Lower stage bedroom (Sleeps 4)
Queen size four post bed
Double fold-down futon couch
**shares a bathroom "jack & jill" with corner stage bedroom**
Upper stage bedroom (Sleeps 2)
King size bed
Ensuite bathroom
Mezzanine - overlooking gym/movie screen (Sleeps 7)
Two fold-down convertible sofas
Twin bed over Full bed bunk beds
One regular leather couch
Three sets of 3 reclining couches/theater seats
Curtains can be drawn for privacy from below
Sauna
Circular Booth and table
This unit is on the third floor of a historic building. THERE IS NO ELEVATOR. REQUIRES CLIMBING 24 Steps from Ground level to 2nd Floor and another 24 steps to reach 3rd Floor—street parking for this location. The parking lot behind our building IS NOT ours. You will be towed if you park there (at your expense). There is a free public Parking lot behind the Subway across the street or a free public parking garage on the corner of Columbus Ave and Market St. Thank you.
If more space is needed, you can also look at our other location for booking...
We also have The Lodge at Bayview- a great property miles/approx 7minutes away.
VRBO-The Lodge at Bayview - sleeps 16 (max 21) ID# 1378387
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Family friendly
Map of Sandusky, OH
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Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
We recently stayed at this VRBO rental and had a wonderful experience! The spacious layout of the house provided ample room for our group, and the variety of amenities made our stay incredibly comfortable.
The living room area has several couches that provide a great area to spend time together as well as the extra long dining tables that fit our whole family.
The kitchen is wonderful for anyone who enjoys cooking. With its array of appliances, including several coffee makers, bowls, serving trays, many pots and pans, we had everything we needed to prepare our meals.
The living areas were equally impressive, with comfortable beds that ensured a restful night's sleep for everyone.
Highlights of our stay included the rooftop patio which offered a perfect spot for morning coffee or evening gatherings, with stunning views and a relaxed ambiance, and the gym which was a great place for dance parties and letting the kids play.
While the property could benefit from a bit more attention to detail in terms of cleanliness, this did not overshadow the overall positive experience. One of the grills in the kitchen needed attention and the host responded to my message immediately and remedied the situation quickly.
The generous space and varied amenities made this rental a standout choice for our vacation. We would recommend it to others looking for a spacious and well-equipped getaway!
10.0 / 10.0
This is probably the most unique short term rental we’ve ever stayed in. The location is incredible. The basketball gym, upscale kitchen, roof top decks and all the bed and bathrooms were clean in great shape. There are so many nooks in this place that you can spread out as much as you want or it’s big enough to all be together. There is plenty to do in town and you can take shuttles to the outer islands easily or hit up cedar point. Can’t recommend this place enough!
10.0 / 10.0
What a great property for 5 couples to stay in! Great location to local pubs and music on the pier. Easy access to Jet Express to Put in Bay.
Family room fit all 10 of us to sit and have coffee together. Fun rooftop for sunset and view of the lake.
5th bedroom was small but worked for our group.
Clean and comfortable. Guys loved having a basketball court! Huge kitchen!
10.0 / 10.0
A lot of stuff to do in this place, really cool spot to stay. Perfect location in the heart of downtown. The property manager was very friendly and attentive to fix and issues we had.
8.0 / 10.0
We stay in a lot of vacation homes, and this one was our favorites by far. TONS of space so we could be together if we wanted to or find a quiet corner to relax in. The decor was absolutely gorgeous throughout the house. Very nice touches. The basketball court, air hockey and pool tables were a huge hit. The kitchen is well equipped and enormous. We loved the huge dining table. Roof top deck was phenomenal and we enjoyed the fire table to keep us cozy when the sun dipped. Everywhere we went was walkable - shopping, bars, restaurants and the perfect park to watch the eclipse. All excellent perks that we thoroughly enjoyed.
4 instead of 5 stars for a couple reasons, that did not in any way detract from our fantastic experience, but made it slightly less than perfect. The theater seating and giant screen would have been a lot of fun, but the projector is so dated it's basically unusable. Secondly, the listing says it sleeps 25, which it probably does. It would work great for groups of friends or a few large immediate families with lots of kids, but not for more than 5 couples who want their own room (ex - the master bedroom has a lovely king bed and also 4 bunk beds - that are cute! But we didn't want other people in our room). There are rooms with doors for 4 couples + a loft. The rest of the sleeping space is bunk beds or futons in shared rooms.
We would definitely stay here again!!
10.0 / 10.0
Great property but better property management! Would highly recommend to anyone...2nd year we have stayed and everything is great!
10.0 / 10.0
Great home. Lots of character. Basketball inside is nice. Close to everything! Thanks for letting us stay at your place.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a group of about 20 men for a bachelor party. Couldn’t ask for a better location. The home was huge and plenty of entertainment including decent night life & walking distance of the Jet Express.
10.0 / 10.0
Our mini-family reunion of 17 had the greatest time at this location. We had kids from age 6-18 and 8 adults. There was plenty of space and activities to accommodate everyone’s interest and energy. The communication with the owner was always consistent, friendly and quick. My family will be talking about this trip for years to come and this property will be one of the main reasons why.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a good time and were impressed with all of the amenities (popcorn and cotton candy machines-wow). Only complaint is that some of the beds were too soft.
10.0 / 10.0
The place is awesome and unlike anything I’ve seen to date. Super nice hosts and a pleasure to work with.
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay
10.0 / 10.0
The property was beautiful. My group had a blast playing basketball and watching a movie in the gym. The area surrounding was very convenient. Lots of free parking. Walking distance to many bars, restaurants, or the Jet Express to PIB or CP. Highly recommend this place for large groups.
8.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed many aspects of our family get together at this location, however we were not aware until the day of arrival that children were not permitted on the rooftop deck. Once we actually had access to the rooftop it was very very evident that it was not a safe place for children and I totally agree with the statement -- however I wish this information was included either in the description or when I made the booking and clearly listed 11 children were part of the group. It likely would have affected our decision to stay there.
10.0 / 10.0
The only place you should stay in Sandusky
This is truly an incredible property and Sharon was a great host who communicated very well and allowed for a stress free experience (which is great because of how many people you have to be responsible for in larger parties). Pics don’t do it justice this place is massive! Everyone slept comfortably and no one could get enough of that gorgeous rooftop view. Basketball court was very high quality and kitchen had more than enough for cooking in. If you’re a picky planner where everything has to be perfect (like myself) you can’t pass up on this place if it’s available!
10.0 / 10.0
The penthouse is a one of a kind place to stay in Sandusky.
This property is a unique experience in itself. It offers so much more than a place to sleep at night.
8.0 / 10.0
Unique and fun space
Had a bachelor party here. Great setup but the beds/bathroom situation was not very private though. Kitchen was great. Basically fully stocked with decent appliances. Most impressive kitchen I've been to in a rental. Only gripe we had was the hood vents didn't have filters but we couldn't get the vent fan to power on even following the instructions left by the host. It did get smoky when we were searing steaks on the indoor grill.
Plenty of towels and necessities. The space was fantastic and made for a memorable evening.
10.0 / 10.0
Class trip 2022
We took a group of high school seniors on their class trip. This rental was perfect for our group! Plenty of space for people to gather together, yet have their own spaces when needed. Loved the location and the view. Many memories made!
10.0 / 10.0
New Years Stay.
Cleanly home with all necessary things to have a great trip and feel at home. Property Management team was great and very responsive. Overall, we greatly enjoyed our stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Such a cool place!!
This is a great place to stay with kids of all ages. We didn’t leave for 3 days and had a blast.
10.0 / 10.0
Great Stay for our large group
We had a great time at the house! With a group of 25 men, it was difficult to find a property to accommodate all of us, but this house definitely did! It was a great entertainment space and tons of seating throughout. The rooftop deck was also pretty great.
Only downsides were that there was only 1 key fob to get in the main door, which made coordinating that many people a little difficult and there are limited showers for that many people. Otherwise, it was a great stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing doesn’t even describe it
This is a fabulous property even better then the pictures. They thought of everything you could need or want. The popcorn and popcorn popper were first class including bags to enjoy a movie in the theatre. And COTTON CANDY including the sugar snd cones. The gym had lots of games ans balls. The living area is huge for any family gathering. And the deck upstairs was spectacular. The view was great snd all the chairs and multiple fir pits. Biggest decision was where to relax or have fun.
10.0 / 10.0
The Best
We had the best time at this property! Our guests (both for the entire weekend & the wedding party) had nothing but amazing things to say about it too! Lots of walkable activities and more importantly lots to do in the rental. Our friends were never bored! We would come back here in a heartbeat as our stay at this property was absolutely incredible. Thank you so much for everything!
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay
Perfect place for a large family get together. Lots of room for hanging out and cooking. Gym was great for our kids (10-15) to burn off some energy. Neighborhood is up and coming and marketplace across the street has great waffle restaurant and ice cream spot. Short walk to the ferry to islands off Sandusky and to cedar point. Whole family had a great time.
10.0 / 10.0
Great property
We had everything we could want and more to keep large group occupied. Great time and highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
50th Anniversary Trip
This property was amazing for our active family. Everyone loved the basketball court, pool table, cotton candy machine, etc. The kitchen had everything and the sleeping arrangements worked great for all 13 of us. The location worked great for our time at Cedar Point as well.
10.0 / 10.0
Great space for a large group, close to Cedar Point
We stayed here for a family gathering and trip to Cedar Point. There were 15 of us total (8 adults, 7 teens/children). There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out and enjoy the property. The kitchen was great for making meals for all of us. While this was a great property, you can tell that a lot of big groups have stayed there just in terms of normal wear and tear. A few things to note, while the bathroom to person ratio was great, the shower/tub to person ratio was a bit more challenging. There are essentially 3 places to shower so we were waiting for others to get done. Also, the during the time of year we went, there were a lot of seagulls hanging around the rooftop area so we didn't spend any time up there.
10.0 / 10.0
Great experience
Our girls had a wonderful experience on the property and downtown Sandusky! Their evening consisted of a scavenger hunt in the downtown and led to multiple games back at the residence, including a full talent show!
We would definitely return!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect girls weekend
Had a blast! Place was more than we expected! The pictures did not do it justice!
10.0 / 10.0
Bachelorette party
Absolutely perfect location! The kitchen was amazing, and the overall atmosphere of the house was fantastic. Walk-in distance to so many places. 10/10 would recommend!
8.0 / 10.0
2 day stay
We had a blast.
10.0 / 10.0
loved our stay
This place is awesome, this was our second time staying here, and have not been disappointed
10.0 / 10.0
New Year’s Eve event
Absolutely wonderful property! Very spacious and enjoyable. Cant say enough good things about this location.
5.0 / 10.0
Our family enjoyed this holiday getaway so much, we extended our stay. The accommodations were appropriate for our family. We enjoyed the movie theater, the huge kitchen, games, the rooftop, and so much more!!! As an adult/mom the washer, dryer, whirlpool and shower were appreciated! Working with Sharon was a great experience. She was available even when I had to call her Thanksgiving Day! The kids loved playing basketball, hide and seek and ate ALL the popcorn and cotton candy. Thankfully shopping is VERY close! Thank you for the wonderful family experience we will be sure to visit again soon.
10.0 / 10.0
Family Holiday Getaway
Our family enjoyed this holiday getaway so much, we extended our stay. The accommodations were appropriate for our family. We enjoyed the movie theater, the huge kitchen, games, the rooftop, and so much more!!! As an adult/mom the washer, dryer, whirlpool and shower were appreciated! Working with Sharon was a great experience. She was available even when I had to call her Thanksgiving Day! The kids loved playing basketball, hide and seek and ate ALL the popcorn and cotton candy. Thankfully shopping is VERY close! 😊Thank you for the wonderful family experience we will be sure to visit again soon.
10.0 / 10.0
Bachelor Party
I’ve never stayed someone I’ve enjoyed so much. The weekend was amazing. The guys played basketball, dodgeball, watched movies, the rooftop was amazing. The place has such a unique industrial/ home feel! I would 100% recommend. Sharon was the most amazing host. So helpful leading up to the weekend.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect place for our staff retreat! Everything we wanted and needed onsite. Thankful & impressed!
Everything about the rental process and property was wonderful! Thank you! Only negative of the stay was the construction that jackhammered until evening the first day then started up again by 7 AM the second day. It made using the roof deck impossible for parts of our stay and certainly made sleeping the second morning very difficult.
10.0 / 10.0
Weekend get away
House was clean neat, organized and had everything plus some to stay for weekend. Roof top deck is amazing and great sunsets. Large auditorium has great sound and seating for movies. The kitchen is a gourmet chefs dream! We cooked for 20 people both nights and had more than enough room. Walking distance to a few restaurants (Tap house brewery!). Property manager Sharon was always available to answer any questions and was quick on responding. We had a blast and recommend for large parties staying for the weekend.
10.0 / 10.0
Wedding bliss
This place was perfect for a reception. Lots of space and places for out of town guests to sleep. The ambience is out of this world. Sharon is exceptional to work with. We were blessed to find it.
10.0 / 10.0
Great Family Time
This is a fascinating place. One of our family members did some research on the history of the building. Lots of space to stretch out, but lots of steps to climb. The kids - and adults - played lots of basketball. Due to the coronavirus, we mostly stayed in. Ate all of our meals in. Lots of room for more than one cook in that great kitchen.
Teens could always find something to do. Adults spent a lot of time chatting. Fun times relaxing on the roof-top deck. It was a great time!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Sandusky?
The average price for a rental in Sandusky is $280 per night. This rental is $1,900 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!. Enjoy the water!
Is Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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