Title: Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=90307246&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! ## Photo gallery for Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! (Akron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90310000/90307300/90307246/210d930a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! (Akron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90310000/90307300/90307246/dbcd8ed8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! (Akron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90310000/90307300/90307246/4564afa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! (Akron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90310000/90307300/90307246/w1170h775x0y0-9c919604.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! (Akron)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90310000/90307300/90307246/c0376432.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Portage Lakes, this newly remodeled cottage offers a serene retreat with an open living room and dining area, fully stocked kitchen, high speed internet, smart TV. Enjoy cozy nights by the lake or explore nearby attractions like Akron-Canton Airport and Firestone Country Club. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! Spend time at the newly remodeled cottage in Portage Lakes! Nice quiet location but also close to everything! This home features an open living room and dining area, fully stocked kitchen, high speed internet, cable, smart TV, 2 bedrooms, new furniture and beds, washer, dryer, and more! Close proximity to Akron-Canton Airport, Pro Football Hall of Fame, University of Akron, Firestone Country Club, Portage Lakes State Park Beach, Turkeyfoot Beach, Cuyahoga Valley Metro Parks, and so much more! Very clean, nicely updated, and cozy home in an excellent location! When the leaves have fallen, you can catch a glimpse of the lake! Guests have access to the entire home which includes a fully stocked kitchen, living room with smart TV, dining area, two bedrooms with linens and pillows provided, towels and toiletries provided, and washer and dryer access. If you enjoy coffee, a Keurig and K-Cups are provided. Close to many parks, fitness facilities, golf courses, (Firestone Country Club -home to 3 of the most renowned golf courses in the country!) dining, and shopping. Check out some of the best lakeside restaurants, bars, live music, and entertainment that Portage Lakes has to offer! (Pick's, Lagos, Upper Deck, Smoke on the Water, Blue Iguana, Dano's) This home is just 1.5 miles from the shopping center at Arlington Ridge, 6.4 miles from Akron-Canton Airport, 6 miles to Akron RubberDucks Stadium and downtown Akron and a 15 min drive to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. This home is the perfect getaway for all seasons of the year! Stay, relax, and enjoy all that beautiful Portage Lakes and Northeast Ohio has to offer! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Mobile key entry ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Next to a golf course - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the neighborhood Located in Akron, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Portage Lakes State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include North American Indian Cultural Center and EJ Thomas Hall. Derby Downs and Akron Zoo are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Akron travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Akron.dx602973) [View more Vacation Homes in Akron](https://www.expedia.com/Akron-Private-Vacation-Homes.d602973-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.98957%2C-81.51501&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9EkLgqlzKill2pKHX6dmAM6dK5s=) Akron, OH ### What's nearby - ![Akron Civic #theatre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602973/c8e4dece-8aeb-42b3-bbc4-20e2e2ab7a66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Akron Civic Theater 12 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Firestone Country Club 4 min drive \- 2.4 miles - University of Akron 10 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Akron Children's Hospital 12 min drive \- 7.4 miles - EJ Thomas Hall 12 min drive \- 7.4 miles ### Getting around - Akron, OH (AKC-Akron Fulton Intl.) 12 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 3 min drive - Starbucks 4 min drive - Golden Corral 4 min drive - Denny's 4 min drive - Taco Bell 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything!? ### What time is check-out at Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything!? ### Where is Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cottage in Portage Lakes! Close to everything! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben P. Dec 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Place was nice and clean. Host was very accommodating and helpful. ##### Ben P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy J. Oct 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Widowed 65-year-old looking for a place to stay to visit my grandkids. I really enjoyed my stay. I would go there again. ##### Nancy J. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna R. May 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay at Portage Lakes Nice little house, it was nice and clean but we did see 2 stink bugs in the house. ##### Donna R. 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