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Shipping Container/Marysville-Dublin/golf/pets ok
Unique container home duplex hosted by SUPERHOST. Constructed in 2019, it features 11 shipping container boxes - nine 8x20 foot boxes and 2 8x40 foot boxes. We believe it may be the first shipping container double east of the Mississippi River and perhaps unique to the U.S. at the time. The container home is near historic downtown, Marysville Hospital, Muirfield, Mad River SKI, Nestle's, Scotts and Honda of America locations. Enjoy a full kitchen, 2 queen beds & en suite baths and #WFH desk.

Clean | Convenient Location | High Fashion Design
We donate a portion of your booking to local non-profits. Details below. “It’s the details that set this place apart,” is the #1 piece of feedback we receive. British-inspired getaway minutes to everything - OSU, Short North, Intel, Airport, Downtown. Inviting & warm & full of one-of-a-kind pieces from all over the world, creature comforts, and a fridge you'll want to take a selfie with! Tea, coffee, and biscuits included. Fast wifi. In one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Columbus.

Comfy & airy full house, 4mi from central Columbus
Welcome to Westgate! Originally established as a streetcar suburb in the 1920's, Westgate is a quiet family neighborhood 4 miles directly west of downtown Columbus. Our newly-refinished 720 sq foot, 2-bedroom/1 bath 1940's cottage is the perfect mix of original historic charm and modern conveniences. Tucked in a community of lovingly restored homes, walkable tree-lined streets, and just 1/2 block from Westagte Park, you get the best the city has to offer without the hustle and bustle.

Polaris 3 bed 2.5 bath + quick access i71 & i270
3 bedroom 2.5 bath home just west of JP Morgan Chase Polaris campus! Quick access to I71 and I270, our home provides the ideal location for a stay in Columbus! The location is perfect for a family of 3-6 in town for work, pleasure, visiting friends/family or relocating to Columbus. Our neighborhood is child and pet friendly and within the Olentangy school district. Furnished with 1 king bed, 1 queen bed, 1 full bed, and a futon in the family room. Rest and Recharge with us today!

Sauna I Hot Tub I Firepit I Arcades I Fenced Yard
• Family-friendly space indoor and out • Hot Tub, Sauna, Firepit, Arcades, Selfie-wall • Pet-friendly & Fenced in back yard • Fully stocked kitchen • Less an a mile from shopping and restaurants Arriving early in the day or leaving late? Ask us about our add-ons, if our calendar allows it. Attention: There is a Rental Agreement that will need to be signed within 48 hours of your booking. A link to the agreement will be included in your booking confirmation message from us.

Julie’s Buckeye Cozy Condo w/ hot tub!
Not a party house . Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located condo. 5 min from Columbus Zoo , 15 min from OSU stadium Polaris fashion mall, IKEA, restaurants to choice from . Relax in hot tub, shoot pool or a game of darts for fun while you’re here! Pet friendly for non-refundable fee of $40.00 per animal per day (limit 2). Violators will be charged an additional $200 per animal. A light continental breakfast is provided.

Holtz Häusle | Cozy Apartment in the Woods
You’d never guess this home, tucked back in the woods, was right off of High Street! Find peace and quiet while being only minutes from the fun of Columbus! Hidden away in the Clintonville neighborhood, it’s just a 10 min drive to Downtown. Guests enjoy private access to the entire first floor of this gorgeous house set back in the woods overlooking Adena Brook ravine. Enjoy a luxury apartment experience while relaxing in the solace of the forest around you.

Hot Tub Nights • Fenced Yard • Pets • Near Easton
Built for families, hardworking crews, busy professionals, and people who need space to recharge. This guest favorite three bedroom ranch offers a private fenced yard for pets, a year round hot tub to unwind after long shifts, and a game shed for downtime. Minutes to the airport, OSU, Easton, and major highways. Enjoy quality mattresses, full kitchen, fast WiFi, washer and dryer, TV, plus ample driveway and street parking. Full home access excluding garage.

Cozy Cottage near Columbus Zoo/Dublin/Powell
Charming village cottage with 100+ 5-star reviews, perfect for families and remote professionals. Comfortably sleeps 7. Features a private yard with a fire pit, dedicated workspaces, and a fully equipped kitchen. Located just 5 minutes from the Memorial Golf Tournament and the Columbus Zoo, our home offers a quiet retreat with modern amenities and high-speed WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of a family-friendly neighborhood with walkable shops and restaurants.

Small Town Retreat • Game Room • Fire Pit
Modern and newly updated 3-bedroom home in the heart of Plain City! The Small Town Retreat is located on a quiet street and is walking distance from local shops and restaurants and a quick drive from Der Dutchman. Plain City is a charming farm town just 10 minutes from I-270, with access to Columbus and all its major suburbs. It is also 20 minutes or less from Marysville, Dublin's Bridgepark, downtown Hilliard, and the Columbus Zoo in Powell.

Private Suite | Walk to Memorial Tournament!
Private lower-level guest suite beneath our family home with separate entrance and keypad. Just 6 minutes to Columbus Zoo and Zoombeezi Bay, and close to Bridge Park, Historic Dublin, downtown Powell, and OSU. Three king bedrooms, full kitchen, 1.5 baths, laundry, pool table, board games, and an 85” TV. Large patio with grill and fire pit. Family friendly and well stocked. You may hear normal activity upstairs.

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.
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Condo rentals with Wi-Fi

Stylish Loft with King Bed - Two Parking Spots

Free Garage Parking | Walk Short North & Downtown

Cozy condo, Central location. Northeast columbus.

Cali Modern Townhome at FOUR x FIVE

Entire Condo near Downtown/Franklinton

Peaceful 2-Bedroom Condo w/ Arcade Room-Ping Pong

"Centrally Located Condo"

Short North Condo | Walkable + Parking | Laundry
Family-friendly house rentals

Artist paradise by the River

Dublin Columbus Border

Pickleball Paradise near the Zoo

Cap City Cozy

0.4mi OWU|Quiet Street|Free Parking|0.2mi Downtown

The Little Yellow House

3 BR cozy + renovated walkable downtown stay

Peaceful Ranch Home. Close to the Zoo!
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Updated Downtown Apartment

Lovely Lower Level within our home

Loft-Style 2BR | High Ceilings | Walk to Downtown

Quaint Gem in German Village | King Suite

Livingston Flat - A German Village Gem

Walk to Otterbein/Uptown! Free Parking! Amenities!

Historic Uptown Westerville GetawayOSU,COSI +MORE!

The Willem: Steps from Schiller Park!
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Quiet Clintonville Modern Charmer

Waldeck Creek Country Retreat

Peaceful farm guest suite close to zoo w/pool!

Charming 3BR Hot Tub, Garden! Game Day, Near OSU

ZenDen 3 bedrooms w/ Sauna near Bridgepark

The Bigelow House

modern GUEST HOUSE (Garage Parking)

Mid-Century Haven: Curated Cottage with Music Room
Destinations to explore
- Ohio Stadium
- Easton Town Center
- Ohio State University
- Historic Crew Stadium
- Nationwide Arena
- John Bryan State Park
- Muirfield Village Golf Club
- Schottenstein Center
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Zoombezi Bay
- Greater Columbus Convention Center
- Legend Valley
- Ohio Expo Center & State Fair-W
- Deer Creek State Park
- Otherworld
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Schiller Park
- Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
- Highbanks Metro Park
- Hollywood Casino Columbus
- Snow Trails
- Ariel-Foundation Park
- Scioto Audubon Metro Park
- Ohio Theatre





