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A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, granite countertops, white cabinets, a gas stove, and a small dining area with stools. - The Calico Cottage - Fire Pit - Hot Tub (Lewis Center)
A building with a fenced patio area, outdoor seating, and potted plants. - The Calico Cottage - Fire Pit - Hot Tub (Lewis Center)
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall. - The Calico Cottage - Fire Pit - Hot Tub (Lewis Center)
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The Calico Cottage welcomes guests to a serene 10-acre estate with an indoor hot tub and fire pit. Enjoy spacious boat parking, in-room WiFi, washer/dryer facilities, and an outdoor basketball hoop.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

The Calico Cottage - Fire Pit - Hot Tub

  • About this space
    Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. "The Calico Cottage" is a guest house located on our 10 acre estate that gives you quiet serenity, lots of open green space, plenty of parking, (including for your boat).

    You are safe! Inside is a CASPR unit which removes 93.19% of all viruses!

    Free EV charging station!

    13 mins to the state fairgrounds, 5 min to Polaris Fashion Place, 17 min to The Ohio State University and 20 min to downtown Columbus or the Columbus Zoo
    The space
    • Located between two quiet neighborhoods.
    • Access to indoor hot tub, fire pit, and shared basketball pole.
    • Washer, dryer, and ironing board so you can do your laundry.
    • Off-street parking: four parking spaces in front of the house, additional parking upon request, free EV charger for electric cars.
    • Living room contains a 65” 4K smart television.
    • Every bedroom has it's own individual smart TV.
    • Fully equipped kitchen.
    • Dedicated workspace so you can work from home.
    • Guest house is part of a duplex.
    Guest access
    Guests will have access to their entire side of guest house with the exception of one small storage closet.

    Outside of the guest house, you will also have access to some of our exterior amenities, including our fire pit, patio, and a shared basketball hoop. You are also welcome to take a walk or play games in the fields on the back 8 acres of our property.

    All exterior amenities of the estate are shared with the main house, so you may encounter us while you are using them.
    Other things to note
    CHECK IN: Check in is at 4 PM or later.

    CHECK OUT: Check out is at noon.

    PARKING: There are four well marked parking spaces directly in front of the guest house. You are welcome to use any and all of them.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Electric car charging station

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 area

Lewis Center is home to this vacation home. Polaris Fashion Place and Easton Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and Zoombezi Bay Waterpark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Historic Crew Stadium or Schottenstein Center. Visit our Lewis Center travel guide
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Lewis Center, OH

What's nearby

  • A lake at dusk with a distant light source, possibly a boat or building, and a cloudy sky.
    Alum Creek State Park
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • A fountain in a park with benches and tables, surrounded by trees and illuminated by string lights.
    Easton Town Center
    15 min drive - 23.6 km
  • A zoo and aquarium sign with 'Columbus Zoo and Aquarium' and 'Zoombeezies Bay' written on it.
    Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
    17 min drive - 17.8 km
  • A large brick building with a pond in front, surrounded by trees and a paved walkway.
    Ohio State University
    20 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Polaris Fashion Place
    6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    5 min drive
  • Chili’s
  • Biggby Coffee
    5 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    5 min drive
  • Burger King

Frequently asked questions

Is The Calico Cottage - Fire Pit - Hot Tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Calico Cottage - Fire Pit - Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Calico Cottage - Fire Pit - Hot Tub?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Calico Cottage - Fire Pit - Hot Tub located?

Situated in Lewis Center, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Alum Creek State Park, Alum Creek Beach, and Lazer Kraze. Cinemark Polaris 18 is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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The Calico Cottage - Fire Pit - Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay once again! Our second time here and great place, clean and perfect if traveling with your pup! Nice dog park and great communication from host! Place has everything you need and close by many things to do in Columbus area!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely amazing place! Clean and had everything we needed! Dog park is amazing and was perfect for my husband and I and our dog! Spent Thanksgiving with family nearby and able to come back to nice hot tub and relax! Thanks for the nice accommodations and we will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Z.

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

Great place

Great clean place to stay. My dog loved the dog park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Excellent stay

Owners very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed our stay. Would definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

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

Beautiful and cozy stay

We had a great time! Hot tub room was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Weekend getaway

Great place to stay for my husband and I. We also took our dog! Great location! Awesome communication with Doc. Will hopefully stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

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

Great place

It was awesome! Doc did a wonderful job communicating with us thru our stay and ensured we had everything we wanted or needed. The place was super clean and homey. We enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

This card S.

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

Girls weekend

My best friend and I, and our fur babies, stayed at the Calico cottage. We absolutely loved our time there, and can’t wait to come back with our husbands! The property, the location, the amenities, the hosts- all simply outstanding!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Such gracious hosts

Nicely stocked with very thoughtful touches. Beautiful property with lots of extras to make for a fun stay Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tara E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughters are in college at OWU and OSU. This was the perfect spot for a relaxing weekend together. It's in a great location to get out and about but we mostly sat in the sunshine of the dog park with our 2 pups and enjoyed each other company. The entire cottage is well equiped! We didn't use a fraction of the amenities this time, but we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

What a Treat for Me & My Pups

The Calico Cottage was more of a retreat than the business trip I was using it for! Perfect, quiet space with everything you could need in a convenient location to stores & restaurants. They even have a huge private dog park with a firepit inside of it so guests can hang out while their dogs run around like crazy. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

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

Great host and property

This was easily one of the best STRs I've stayed at. Exactly as advertised, EXCEPTIONALLY clean, modern, thoughtful, and comfortable. Perfect for a couple or small family traveling with pets. The half acre dog park complete with fire pit and seating area makes for an awesome relaxation spot with your fur kids. The owner was lightning fast to respond and always available. I'd book again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas L.

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

All you could ask for!

This place is amazing! Very well maintained property and very safe surroundings. The house was updated, cozy but spacious, and had everything you would need. Doc went out of his way to accommodate us, excellent host, great communication, all around good experience. Close to plenty of restaurants, area attractions, and leas than 10 minutes from Alum Creek. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Weekend fishing trip

Stayed at Calico Cottage while on a fishing trip to Alum Creek Reservoir. Great location. Minutes from the lake, stores and Cabela’s. Extremely clean and every necessity you could possibly need was provided. Would definitely come back on our next fishing trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

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

Nice little getaway!

Doc and Carrie were fantastic hosts. The place was very clean, very comfy and in a great location. We enjoyed our weekend mini trip going to the zoo, shopping, and dining. The dogs had a blast at the dog park playing frisbee everyday. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

Holiday stay at the Calico Cottage

What a lovely visit at the Calico Cottage. We have family in Powell, and we’re always looking for a close place to stay with our dogs. This was the perfect place, in a great area with just the right amenities. The only downside was trying to get our dogs to leave the amazing dog park on the property. They absolutely loved it too! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

MELINDA K.

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

Dogs loved the stay!

This was a perfect VRBO to stay for us as a family, our two boxers pups included. The Boxers loved the dog park. We had a fire in the fire pit while the dogs played all night on our fabulous fall football stay. It was an easy drive to OSU campus for the Buckeyes football game.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kasi O.

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

Tidy and accommodating

We were in town from Florida to meet our new grand daughter and this rental was perfect for our needs. We brought our 2 small dogs and they loved the dog park. Doc was very responsive and kind and we'll definitely stay here again if we are back in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianna N.

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

Lovely Cabin Centrally Located

Beautiful property centrally located. Very easy to get around to Columbus, Polaris Mall, Easton Center, Worthington, and Delaware. There are so many amenities-everything is on premise. The owners thought of everything so there is no need to bring a lot of extra items. Very clean and nicely decorated.Would highly recommend for couples, family, fur baby parents, and parents with young children.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob A.

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

Excellent property!

The property was as shown in the pictures. It was incredible clean on the inside and was above expectations! The best part of this property is it’s convenient location to food, shopping and short drives to plenty of fun things to stay. Will definitely pick again if needing a place in the area again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

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

Wonderful

Doc and Carrie were great. They went out of the way to ensure my little ones had things to entertain them.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Fabulous!

This cottage is fantastic, especially if you have a dog. The dog park made our stay so much better because our pooch was able to run and play off-leash. The cottage is neat as a pin, and Doc has thought of all the little details to make you feel right at home. Will definitely stay again when in Columbus!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

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

It has everything

Our 2nd stay on this property. It is amazing - and it has everything, including a hot tub inside. The owners are incredibly nice and they provide many amenities for kids. They are even dog friendly with a wonderful bark park on-site. The location cannot be beat - shopping, restaurants within minutes and the downtown less than 20 minutes away. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Great Get Away

Such a cute, homey feel! The dog park was a big hit with our dog, being a city dog, he doesn’t usually get to zoom off leash. Nearby beautiful neighborhood with sidewalks for dog walks. We wanted for nothing, very well stocked kitchen and bathroom. Hot tub was lovely! The hosts even accommodated a late check out to better facilitate our travel home. It was a great get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne N.

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

Cozy and Convenient

Calico Cottage had everything we needed and more. We stayed for 2 nights, when in the area for a family event. I was impressed that there were even dog bowls and pet wipes, which made it very welcoming for our dog. She loved running in the fenced in dog area too. The owners were very friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023