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Tiny Home at Central Point
Our Tiny Home is a one bedroom with a loft and kitchenette. It has a relaxed and rustic feel. We are in the Clintonville/Worthington area, close to various restaurants and shops, easy access to different parts of town. You can get deep sleep on our comfortable mattress. Keurig coffee maker with well stocked coffee rack. Relax on the sofa while watching your favorite TV shows or read your favorite book in the loft. This is a quiet, comfortable and peaceful place. Alexa device for your enjoyment

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.

Rustic Treetop Apartment w/ Off Street Parking
This is a one-bedroom unit in a 3-unit building w/ 1 parking space. The space is completely separated from the other units in the building. The third floor living room and bedroom have a great view over the surrounding buildings. There is a spacious bathroom, with clean fresh towels, and some basic necessities, hair dryer, etc. The kitchen is new with a stove, refrigerator, and microwave. All kitchenware is supplied and some basic cooking items are provided. A drip coffeemaker is provided.

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.

Mid-Century Haven: Curated Cottage with Music Room
Escape to our charming 2-bedroom mid-century cottage in Columbus, OH! Perfect for 4 guests, this vintage-inspired retreat features a chef's kitchen, cozy living area with a record player, music room with a piano and guitar, bright bathroom with key toiletries, and a private, fenced backyard with a fire pit and deck. Centrally located in a peaceful neighborhood, it's the ideal pet-friendly base for exploring the city. Enjoy modern comforts like high-speed Wi-Fi in a unique, stylish setting.

Rosedale Retreat
We live on a two acre lot near Rosedale Bible College in central Ohio. The apartment is a cozy, private, single bedroom apartment attached to our home on the ground level. Space includes a 3 season room, kitchen, living room, bathroom, laundry room, patio with picnic table, and a large yard. Breakfast items are provided. There is a beautiful nature/walking trail next to the property. In 35 minutes, you can be on The Ohio State University campus as well as the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

Peaceful Ranch Home. Close to the Zoo!
🏡 Quiet ranch home in a peaceful neighborhood 🐕 A large fully fenced yard for furry friends 🛋️ 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, living rooms and dining room all on 1 level 🍽️ Well-equipped kitchen and dining room 🚗 Attached 2-car garage offers convenient parking and protection for your vehicle 🛜 Dedicated workspace with 1 Gb lightening speed Wi-Fi ⚡️ 🍷 5-min drive to downtown Powell 🦁 10-min to the Columbus Zoo ✈️ 20-min to CMH Airport 🎓 15-min to The Ohio State University

Elegant Short North Factory Loft
The Ellis Lofts offer a unique getaway for your time spent in Columbus! Situated in the heart of Italian village, the lofts are central to every attraction in the short North and greater Columbus area. Once the home of a local electric manufacturing company, Columbus Electrical Works, the lofts were renovated to include: - Exposed brick - Exposed timber beam framing - Modern large bathrooms - New oversized windows - Modern kitchens with stainless appliances

Clintonville Retreat • Fireplace, Games • Near OSU
Step into your perfect Columbus getaway! This cozy mid-century modern 3BR retreat offers stylish comfort with indoor games and a spacious backyard featuring a fire pit, grill, and gazebo seating. Enjoy complimentary coffee each morning and unwind in warm, inviting spaces. Just a short drive to OSU, Downtown, and great local restaurants perfect for families or friends to relax, explore, and make long lasting memories. Book your stay today!

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.

Bright and Cheery- Centrally Located Home
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located place. The Airbnb feels like a country home minutes to the city and all of the amenities you need. We recently updated the entire place, remodeled with the guests in mind. This home sits on over an acre for you to enjoy. There is a tranquil creek at the end of the property.
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Destinations to explore
- Ohio Stadium
- Easton Town Center
- Greater Columbus Convention Center
- Historic Crew Stadium
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Zoombezi Bay
- Ohio State University
- Muirfield Village Golf Club
- John Bryan State Park
- Legend Valley
- Schiller Park
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Snow Trails
- Otherworld
- Schottenstein Center
- Nationwide Arena
- Deer Creek State Park
- Highbanks Metro Park
- Hollywood Casino Columbus
- Ariel-Foundation Park
- Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
- Scioto Audubon Metro Park
- Ohio Expo Center & State Fair-W
- Ohio Theatre




