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Center of Strip |Pet Friendly|A/C|Wi-fi & Cable|Stately Home|Steps from Winery

Vacation home with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Lake Erie

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Terrace/patio
7 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Geneva-on-the-Lake's best, The Colonial, welcomes families and large groups in its stately three-story home with 7 bedrooms. Unwind on the covered front porch with amazing views of the Strip or explore nearby attractions like golf courses and wineries. Enjoy a fully-stocked kitchen, fresh linens, Wi-Fi and cable at this pet-friendly retreat.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 202940 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Center of Strip |Pet Friendly|A/C|Wi-fi & Cable|Stately Home|Steps from Winery

You are in for a grand time at The Colonial, located center of the Strip in Geneva-on-the- Lake, Ohio! Ideal for families and large groups, this stately three-story home can accommodate up to 20 people with its 7 bedrooms, 2 full sleeper sofas, and 4 baths. Enjoy amazing views of the Strip from the covered front porch with plenty of space for families and pets to play on the surrounding grounds. Take in the area’s attractions, play a round of golf, purchase wine from the local wineries, then relax in style at The Colonial.
Amenities offered by the pet friendly Colonial include: A/C; Wi-Fi and cable; A spacious kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and fully stocked with cookware, dishes, silverware, cooking utensils and dishwasher; Fresh linens for the beds, and towels are supplied in the 4 bathrooms. The Colonial’s beautiful outdoor entertainment space features a wood burning fire pit and stocked propane grill.
Larger groups looking for additional space can also book Warner Cottage https://www.vrbo.com/822735 conveniently located right next door.
Check in is 4:00 p.m. and checkout is 11:00 a.m. Parking for up to 10 vehicles is easily accessible just off South Warner Drive.
Geneva-on-the-Lake in Ashtabula County, Ohio, is an old-fashioned lakefront getaway offering something for everyone, and The Colonial is in an ideal location for walking and easy driving to attractions on the famous entertainment Strip and north shore.

• Restaurants, nightclubs, amusement rides, live entertainment, arts, unique shopping, and arcades provide entertainment for everyone in your group, including the Tuesday concerts in Township Park.
• Play a round of golf at one of Geneva’s in-town or area golf courses. For family fun try one of the many miniature golf courses.
• Explore more than 20 Northeast Ohio wineries just minutes from The Colonial. The Ashtabula and Lake County grape-growing regions produce most of Ohio’s wine grapes, giving our area the reputation as the state's finest. And don’t forget about our famous covered bridges.
• Arriving by boat? Dock within the safety of the harbor at nearby Geneva State Park. And Lake Erie itself has so much to offer: Book a sunset cruise or a fishing charter. Swim at the State Park or stroll along the beach, then take a ride on the Ferris wheel. There are several restaurants and wineries right on the lake, and our spectacular sunsets offer the perfect subject for photo enthusiasts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 10 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,940 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

Map
Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH

What's nearby

  • Allison's Mini-Golf - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Firehouse Winery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Adventure Zone - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lakehouse Inn & Winery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Geneva State Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cleveland, OH (CGF-Cuyahoga County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sportsterz Bar And Grille - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Eddie's Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cove Nightclub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yankies - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bb's Corner Carry Out - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Center of Strip |Pet Friendly|A/C|Wi-fi & Cable|Stately Home|Steps from Winery pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Center of Strip |Pet Friendly|A/C|Wi-fi & Cable|Stately Home|Steps from Winery?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Center of Strip |Pet Friendly|A/C|Wi-fi & Cable|Stately Home|Steps from Winery?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Center of Strip |Pet Friendly|A/C|Wi-fi & Cable|Stately Home|Steps from Winery located?

Situated in Geneva-on-the-Lake, this golf vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Erie, Allison's Mini-Golf, and Old Firehouse Winery. Geneva-on-the-Lake Municipal Golf Course and Adventure Zone are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Center of Strip |Pet Friendly|A/C|Wi-fi & Cable|Stately Home|Steps from Winery Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 245 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dottie t.

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

Great time!

We take our family every year for a staycation close to Erie. This was a great place to stay. Everyone enjoyed the location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri B.

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

Perfect spot

Little pricey but worth it for the location. Definitely plan on booking each year
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

marty s.

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

The Colonial: A Geneva Gem.

We stay here every year. This year, my 91-year old mother joined us along with her 5-year old great grandson, her grandson and me. Four generations! The Colonial helped her turn back the hands of time. So relaxing sitting on the huge comfortably furnished porch, watching the activity on The Strip. If you don't enjoy staying at the beautiful Colonial, check your pulse. Already looking forward to staying at The Colonial in 2026. So is Mom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Summer trip

House was beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

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

Friends Getaway

The house was very charming. The host responded immediately to the questions I had. We had a great time and the location is perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

50th winery weekend

House was great. Lots of room. Was perfect for adults, not too many bunk beds or single beds, that adults do not want to sleep in. Close to strip and easy drive to most of the wineries. Perfect for large group we had 11 adults and still had extra rooms. Has everything you could need!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine B.

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

Amazing stay!

The house was practically right in the fun of it all. The bar being so close was also a bonus. The house itself was very roomy and beautiful. The place was clean and taken care of. The host and housekeepers were very friendly and made our stay feel very welcomed. I would for sure stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

4th of July weekend

Love the location, right in the center of everything. Kitchen and bathrooms were all updated and clean. Will be back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Fun geneva

Wonderful place. Not one compaint
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

M K.

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

Family Time

The house is large enough for 20 of us family members to gather throughout the week. The weather was great and the front yard was used a lot for games and fun in the sun.The fire pit was used every night and the chairs are very sturdy. We have rented the Colonial house for many years now and always look forward to the new house updates that happen every couple years. One complaint is that we wish there were more signs showing "Colonial House Parking" along the fence! We had many instances that some random car would park at the house and take up one of our parking spots, it was very irritating especially Friday thru Sunday. All in all, it was a very nice place to use for the week and we will continue to rent from Matt and PJ as long as we are able. Koenig Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lori D.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Did not stay because of bug infestation.

We arrived at the property and it was infested inside and out with midges. I called the owner. He agreed to refund my money. We could not stay at the property. The bedrooms were full of these midges. The owner was completely understanding and had no problem with our refund. I am now trying to get VRBO to refund their service fee. I had to find other arrangements for 15 people. I have booked with VRBO several times in the past with great experiences. Hopefully they meet my expectations and refund the service fee for a property that could not be used. Again, I understand that these midges were nothing that the owner could control and I appreciate that he did the right thing for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

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

Friends Getaway

Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

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

Always Fantastic!!!

My family and I just had another wonderful reunion at The Colonial and as usual, everything was absolutely perfect!!! The house is so clean, spacious and comfortable and we love that there is plenty of seating, both inside and out. You can gather at the large dining room table, the huge front porch or around the fire pit. The location is amazing, literally right on the strip but set back a bit so that there is also some level of privacy. There is so much to see and do in the area that we always wish that we could all stay longer. Thank you for the excellent accomodations!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is exactly as described and exactly as pictured. Very clean. Plenty of room for big groups. Couldn’t hand pick a better location if you’re coming to GOTL. Easy check in process. Great fire pit. And at check out you’re only asked to handle your trash (perfectly reasonable), whereas most places expect you to be the cleaning service before leaving. I have nothing negative to say. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

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

Geneva otl

We had a great stay. My family made some wonderful memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for our needs! Enough rooms for all of us to enjoy a fantastic Fourth of July weekend together! Being right on the strip was so convenient as we could walk to any of the activities and/or shops. We had a wonderful time and especially enjoyed the firepit on the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly D.

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

VK

Great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great to place to stay. Close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda P.

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

Family Reunion

Our second stay - accommodations exactly what we need, location is perfect! Thanks Matt!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca I.

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

October Stat

The house is great for large groups, sleeps 20 easily. The house is also perfectly located on the strip of shops, restaurants and bars all within walking distance. Perfect for parties and there is a large fire place. The time of the year we went it was cold at night, the house doesn’t have central heat and the heated are gas controlled with an open flame and risk CO exposure if not done right, we did not feel comfortable lighting these. Also the midges were all over the outside of the house and hundreds got inside. One of the guests left because of this. It rained the last night we were there and the attic ceiling started leaking in one of the other guests rooms. The house is old and needs some updating. Additionally there were decorations left in places in the house from a previous party that the cleaning people missed and weren’t exactly appropriate for kids so hopefully those are removed before a big family party. Otherwise we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet E.

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

Fall fun

Perfect fall get away. Enjoyed the strip, shopping, good food, and sitting around the fire pit with friends and dressing up in Halloween costumes and going to see the bands at the clubs. House was in a perfect location at the center of town. We did some cooking and there were plenty of pots, pans, utensils available. Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

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

Birthday retreat

Great place! Right in the middle of everything GoTL has to offer. Big house with a lot of room! Fire pit and unlimited firewood was a hit. Stayed here twice and had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

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

Perfect

We have been staying at this property yearly for 10 years. It’s the perfect place for our large group and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

wiley k.

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

Wonderful time

Mattresses could be updated
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

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

Large home in great location

The fire pit was a popular place to hang out every night. Great ole home to hang out with friends and/or family. We all felt there should be mattress upgrades on many of the beds and the carpet on the steep top floor stairs needs to be replaced - a few exposed staples caused some minor skin injuries during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024