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The Lookout, A River Retreat

Vacation home in Loveland with kitchen

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Escape to The Lookout, a spacious river retreat nestled along the Little Miami River. Unwind by the fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs, enjoy sweeping river views from the private deck, and explore 300 ft of shoreline. This haven offers plenty of options for family fun: play board games or arcade video games indoors or kayak and fish in pristine waters.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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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.

The Lookout, A River Retreat

4 Bedrooms | 3 Full Baths | Sleeps 14

Celebrate any season and relax with the whole family at The Lookout - our first spacious river retreat at Watershed! Located directly on the majestic Little Miami River, surrounded by wooded hillsides, and a natural wellspring-fed creek, this is the ideal setting for both relaxation & fun for all ages. You`ll fall in love with the park-like grounds, the fire pit surrounded by adirondack chairs, & sweeping river views, as well as over 300 ft of private shoreline to wade out in pristine waters, cast a line and snag a smallmouth, or easily launch a kayak for a lazy float trip with friends.

If unlimited options for ‘unplugged’ family fun (without having to drive anywhere) is what you’ve been seeking, The Lookout delivers like no other vacation retreat! Tune in to nature’s soundtrack of rustling leaves, clear, rushing creek water, and excited shouts of discovery from the kids, when they spot their first salamander, crawdad…or maybe even an arrowhead! Enjoy your morning coffee by the water, watching the bald eagles soar through the Sycamore trees, or unwind with an evening glass of wine on the comfy rockers of the private deck.

Share old memories and make new ones over some toasty s’mores around the campfire and fall asleep to a free nightly symphony, compliments of the crickets and bullfrogs in the distance . If it gets a little rainy, come inside and choose a board game, work a jigsaw puzzle, play a retro 2-player arcade video game, or watch a family movie on one of the giant flat screens.

Rested & Relaxed, it’s time to venture into downtown Loveland! While you may feel removed from it all, just remember that all of Loveland’s modern conveniences are just a short ride away - luxury restaurants, quaint boutiques, cold (adult!) beverages. Plus, quick trips to the grocery store or a great local pizza or Mexican restaurant are less than a 5 minute drive from the house!

Coming Soon - ‘The Heist’! Built in 1860 and currently undergoing restoration, this historic, character-filled cabin will be joining the Watershed collection in July! Earning it’s place in Cincinnati lore for a famous Rembrandt art heist (gone wrong), this quiet riverfront cabin is loaded with quirky features, comfy swings on screened porches, a private campfire area by the rushing creek and even a working outhouse. Check back for updates on progress!


House Features:
- Renovation 2023 - Fully Updated
- Fully Stocked Kitchen
- Private Back Deck w/ Seating for 8-10+
- Sleeps 14 People! (Four Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms)
- Family Friendly (Pack-N-Play, High Chair, Kid Games, etc)
- Direct, access to the Little Miami River, kayak/canoe launch from private shoreline
- Plenty of Onsite Parking
- Gathering Area on the River w/ Seating & Fire Pit
- Creak Walking
- All Digital Access - High-speed Fioptics WiFi
- Powerful Wifi (in house)
- Two Large Living Spaces w/ Smart TVs!
- Tech Friendly
- Available for Corporate retreats
- Located less than 10 Minutes to Kings Island
- Loveland Bike Trail - Several Access Points Within Minutes from House (Closest Access 8 Minutes via Bike) Family Friendly Mostly Flat Ride
- Located 30 Minutes to Downtown Cincinnati
- Less than 5 Min from major showing locations (Grocery Stores, Shopping, etc)
- Public Goods (Soaps, Shampoos, Conditioners)


Things to Do:
Downtown Loveland | Open Container
Several Higher End establishments (Bars, Eateries, Boutiques, Ice Cream Shops, Coffee Shops, Sweets, Pizza and more), Live entertainment on the river Options!
Loveland Bike Trail (Bike Rentals, Water Toys Rentals, etc )
Kings Island & Soak City (Less than 10 Minutes Away)
Historic Loveland Castle
Loveland PlayHouse
Fishing (Ohio Gaming License Required)
Nearby Golf Courses
Loveland Farmers Market

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Rules

HOUSE RULES Please note, we do have a few house rules for you to follow: We do NOT allow smoking of any kind on the property. This includes, but is

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

158424

About the neighborhood

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Loveland, OH

What's nearby

  • Foster Trailhead - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Loveland Castle Museum - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Little Miami State Park - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Cincinnati Mason - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Kings Island - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Monkey Bar & Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lookout, A River Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lookout, A River Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lookout, A River Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lookout, A River Retreat located?

Situated in Loveland, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Foster Trailhead, Loveland Castle Museum, and Matt Haverkamp Foundation Dog Park. Kings Island and Governor's Plaza are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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