The Best Put-in-Bay Rentals on the Island
When renting from a management company on Put-in-Bay Island, guests enjoy additional benefits and services that are not typically offered by single homeowners. This includes a 24-hour customer service contact phone, concierge services, private golf cart rentals onsite, housekeeping supplies, and partnerships with local vendors. Also, you have the ability to search and reserve a home securely online many months in advance.
Vacation Home Rentals
You won’t find a shortage of vacation rentals by owners on South Bass Island. Whether you are looking for a cottage, a condo, or a vacation rental home, there will be a place to stay that’s just right for you. Put-in-Bay is a perfect destination for friends and family to get away and enjoy a relaxing Lake Erie Island vacation. Vacation Rentals remain popular today for the same reasons they have been for generations. Everyone, friends or family, together under one roof, enjoying their getaway together, it really is the dream vacation. Take a look at our large selection of vacation rentals by owner here on Put-in-Bay Lodging.
Put-in-Bay Vacation Rentals are a seasonal choice for friends and family to get away during the summer and enjoy a relaxing stay-cation. Vacation rentals are abundant on Put-in-Bay and remain a popular lodging choice for repeat visitors to the island. These guests know the value of a rental home. In fact, there are now over 100 vacation homes, cottages, and condos on Put-in-Bay Island that are available to rent for short-term stays. This type of lodging is skyrocketing in popularity due to all of the perks and benefits it offers compared to lodging like traditional Put-in-Bay hotels like the Bay Lodging Resort or Perry Holiday.
Vacation rentals by owners remain popular today because of their low overall cost when split amongst families or friends. Couple that with the “home away from home” feel of your very own island vacation rental home. So consider this alternate way of visiting Put-in-Bay, we ensure that you won’t regret it! Need some peace and quiet? Please take a look at our large selection of vacation rentals by owner here and find one that is right for you!
Island Club Home Rentals Vs. The Put-in-Bay Condos
The Island Club Rentals provide amenities that resorts and hotel rooms can’t. You will find spacious homes with access to the pool just for Island Club guests, grills, patios, decks, laundry, and full baths and full kitchens. The island mainly offers 3 and 4 bedroom homes that can sleep anywhere from 8-12 people. Want privacy, luxury, or just space? A Put-in-Bay Ohio vacation home is what you want. Let us help you pick out the best one for you. Do you need a Jacuzzi hot tub?
The Put-in-Bay Pool-view Condos come with a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor propane grill, central air conditioning, spacious living rooms, swimming pool access, and free WiFi. Meanwhile, the Put-in-Bay Waterfront Condos have been voted “The Best Put-in-Bay Resort” from the best of the bay awards in 2019. Each waterfront condo comes with a balcony that looks over the water and boasts an incredible view. The complex is situated a short distance away from downtown Put-in-Bay, Perry’s Monument, and all of the other attractions. So call an Island Club Taxi and get ready to enjoy the nightlife scene at PIB. Check availability!
The Best Put-in-Bay Rentals For Your Group
Put-in-Bay Island offers the perfect getaway for a group of any size. Whether you are planning a bachelor or bachelorette party, a weekend retreat without the kids, a family reunion, or just a date weekend, our Put-In-Bay cabins come with all the comforts of home!
Bay rentals are the only option for the stay of your dreams. If you prefer a serene midweek stay to take in the beauty of the island and its wonderful, historic attractions. Your experience can be whatever you want it to be, whether you come for the weekend or a midweek getaway. Or if you are seeking a more festive getaway, we can help you find the perfect Put-In-Bay house rentals – including condos, cabins, and cottages – for your group. We also offer Put-in-Bay taxi rides.
Are you still wondering which rental is right for you? That’s what we’re here for! There are a specially curated collection of lodging options available. Visit each rental’s website and take a virtual tour. Once you know which is perfect for you and your crew, don’t hesitate to make your reservation, as our rentals book up fast! Click here to get started. The sooner you book, the sooner you can get on a Put-in-Bay ferry! Book for your next free weekend today!
FAQS
Are there any homes that can sleep more than 12 people?
There are a few Put-in-Bay cabins that can sleep up to 16 people located in the Island Club. These larger homes are perfect for a big family vacation, a bachelorette party, and everything in between!
Are the Put-in-Bay Condos family-friendly?
The Put-in-Bay Condos and the Island Club are very family-friendly during the week. From Sunday through Thursday the island is very kid-friendly and the island is quite peaceful. Weekends do tend to bring a more lively group of people. It is recommended that children and families visit the island during the week.
How far away is the Put-in-Bay Island Club from downtown Put-in-Bay?
The Island Club is approximately 1 mile away from downtown Put-in-Bay. Visitors usually enjoy renting a golf cart or taking an Island Club Taxi to see attractions such as Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial commemorating the Battle of Lake Erie or to try one of the many local restaurants. What a great vacation spot!
What are some family-friendly things to do on the island?
Almost every Put-in-Bay attraction is family-friendly. Here is a list of a few family-friendly things to do:
- Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial
- Perry’s Cave and Family Fun Center
- Historical Society museum downtown
- Crystal Cave
- The Put-in-Bay Candy Bar across from Derivera Park
- Chocolate Museum
- The Boardwalk
- South Bass Island State Park
Is there a lot of last-minute lodging availability on Put-in-Bay?
Last-minute lodging on Put-in-Bay is difficult but not impossible to find. For last-minute lodging, call 216-898-9951 for inquiries regarding rates and availability. If you are planning a trip to Put-in-Bay, it is recommended to book far ahead of time as availability, especially on the weekends, is limited when it comes to last-minute lodging.
Tips for Vacation Home Rentals
Make sure to thoroughly read reviews for any house or condo you are considering and look for comments about WiFi, cleanliness, location, responsiveness, etc. This will help you weed through the options you have and maybe even answer some questions that were going to ask. All of them should have pictures also so that you can see what you are getting. This is a great thing to do for hotel stays, condo visits, and house rentals too!
You will also need to keep in mind that when you are renting a condo or put-in-bay rental home, you need to find out what the cleaning fees will be, if any. This is not usually something that is built into the price of your stay, especially if you book through a third party like Airbnb or VRBO. At the Island Club and Put-in-Bay Condos, they do NOT charge extra for cleaning fees! Ever! It is always cheaper to #BOOKDIRECT.
Depending on where you are booking your house, keep an eye out for different service fees that will get added to your per night rate that you thought you were paying. The sticker price almost never includes these extra fees. But again, at Island Club and the Condos, there are NO extra fees added to your rate. No surprises.
Checking out is different from a standard hotel. When you rent a house you will need to make sure that you know what is expected of you in regards to cleaning and tidying up before you leave. You may be required to strip the beds, take out the garbage, set the thermostat or even make sure certain things are turned off. Make sure you have time to do these things before you leave and before the check-out time.
Plan your arrival to coincide with when you can check into the house that you rented. You can’t leave your bags in storage like if you were staying at a hotel with a bellhop. If you want to go somewhere right away on arrival, do you feel comfortable leaving all of your stuff and/or food in a possibly hot car!? Check the trip length and plan accordingly, be it from Cleveland or Toledo or even as close as Sandusky.
One of the main upsides to renting a house is that you can cook your own food and have leftover space. When booking a house you might want to look into making a grocery store list. You can map out a store that is on the way to the Bay and stock up on food and beverage before you get to the house.
Keep in mind that supplies are limited at the general store downtown (walking distance) and most everything that they do carry will cost more than at home because it has to be hauled over. So ideally you should try to bring as much of your provisions as you can from home or from one of the mainland stores (Walmart, Bassetts, Kroger, etc) in Port Clinton or Catawba Island.
You really want to make sure that you are reading what is offered at your house. Kitchen utilities, bedding, pillows, soap, towels, sponge, spices; some house rentals will not supply everything that you would want. If things are not listed you can always message the vacation rental manager about them. For example, coffee makers. What kind of coffee maker is it? Do you need to bring filters?
If the house has a washer and dryer and you think that you will end up using it, you will want to bring your own detergent and dryer sheets. You also might want to think about bringing detergent pods since they pack a lot easier. With all the fun that you will be having at the pool, the dryer will come in handy for your towels. It is a universal truth that kids love to swim in a pool at almost every vacation destination in the world.
You may want to think about bringing your own hand sanitizer. Our Put-in-bay rental home and condo units do not provide hand sanitizer for your stay. Especially if you have younger kids you will want to try and make sure that they are getting into the habit of washing their hands every time they come inside the condo or house.
You will also want to look into bringing disposable masks. Currently, State of Ohio regulations says that you must have a mask on when you are inside a retail establishment. The ferries (Jet Express and Miller Ferry) also require masks as do all the bars and restaurants. However, the rules are easing gradually!!!
