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Hot Tub, CVNP, Private Waterfall Trail, Firepit

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Peninsula, OH
  • Place, Peninsula Depot
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuyahoga Valley National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Blossom Music Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Akron, OH (AKC-Akron Fulton Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Peninsula

Located in Peninsula, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Blossom Music Center. .This vacation home is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from MGM Northfield Park and 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Kent State University.

What's nearby

  • Peninsula Depot - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Boston Mills Ski Resort - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cuyahoga Valley National Park - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Brandywine Ski Resort - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Blossom Music Center - 15 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Akron, OH (AKC-Akron Fulton Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tasting Room at Blossom - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sarah's Vineyard - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whitey's Booze N' Burgers - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Hot Tub, CVNP, Private Waterfall Trail, Firepit

Welcome to River Rock Retreat, a haven in the heart of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Enjoy the hot tub with a nature view and explore the private trail leading to a stunning waterfall. Unwind by the outdoor fire pit, surrounded by bistro lights, and savor a barbecue with the gas grill. Walk to downtown Peninsula's coffee shop, dining, and shops, or trails in CVNP and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad. A short drive brings you to Brandywine/Boston Mills Ski Resorts and Blossom Music Center.

Enjoy the balance of nature and convenience in our home that will comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. With serene wooded views from the hot tub and an on-property trail that leads to a waterfall view, our home is perfect for nature lovers or those looking for a relaxing escape.

This home features three cozy bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms. The primary bedroom is complete with a plush king-size bed and a private balcony for morning coffee while the other two bedrooms are furnished with queen-sized beds. All bedrooms have blackout blinds, extra pillows and blankets, Roku TVs, and USB ports for your device charging.

The fully stocked kitchen, including spices and cooking oil, is perfect for making home-cooked meals while the dining room has ample space to fit everyone. You’ll love lounging in the aesthetically designed living room playing games or watching Roku TV with your group. Finally, the three seasons room offers a beautiful spot for morning yoga, enjoying a nature view, or curling up with a book.

Step outside and discover your private oasis. The hot tub and fire pit, overlooking a wooded area, set the scene for cozy evenings under the stars with six adirondack chairs. Roast marshmallows, share stories, and create lasting memories with loved ones. The outdoor gas grill is perfect for barbecue nights, and the spacious front yard provides ample room for yard games and outdoor activities.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

317536

Hot Tub, CVNP, Private Waterfall Trail, Firepit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was so cozy and cute. We had plenty of room for 4 adults. We loved the campfire and beautiful ravine setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a very cute house and the location was perfect for us. Short drive to all of the hiking we wanted to do and still close enough if you want to make a trip to Cleveland or Akron.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place and in excellent condition. Little closer to busy road than expected and behind property is rather limited and bordered by serious dropoff so caution is required. None of that is a big problem just requires a degree of attention for pets/children/etc. One real issue was the bath/shower situation. The claw-foot tub is beautiful and a very high step in and out and the shower is limited to surrounding curtain with controls covered so a bit of a pain to manage. Great location just outside of downtown and hot tub was very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved staying in this home gorgeously appointed with modern amenities. Beds were comfy and we really appreciated the snacks and coffee bar. The fire pit with string lights above and the hot tub added to our great experience. The walk to the cute town of Peninsula was .3 miles from the house. From there we could hike, walk, or ride the tow path or catch the train. Thank you for all the attention to detail.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super fast and easy online check in. The hot tub is great after days of hiking or exploring Cleveland. This is a great location between Cleveland and the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a very convenient location. We really enjoyed walking do town for coffee, the train, restaurants and shopping. Other things we wanted to see in the park are a short drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend stay. Close to all the park offers.

Gorgeously decorated and comfortable. Beds were excellent. Sidewalk across the street made for nice walk into town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

Liked: Cleanliness

National Park Adventure

This place was home away from home. Had everything we needed and then some. Clean & cozy with all the accommodations. The host was amazing with clear directions and very responsive. We were able to enjoy the space with our two dogs, which is such an added bonus. Loved that this historical home is in the NP. Very close to the CVNP Boston Mills Vistor center and other close cities. The hot tub was a slam dunk for those long days hiking in the park. Slept great in cozy, quiet rooms. Driveway was a little difficult to exit but we made it work. The hike behind the house is definitely worth it, such a cute, peaceful waterfall. Would absolutely stay again! Such an amazing spot!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a family

House was clean, comfortable, and in a great location. Our children loved the short, private hike to waterfall in backyard, hot tub, and firepit. Short walk to cute downtown area with a few restaurants, coffee shop, train station, tow path. The hosts were very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

The home is beautifully decorated, very clean and well equipped. The pictures are accurate and the host is excellent at communicating with guests. The welcome basket of snacks is a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely and peaceful

This home is very clean and well furnished. There are so many small details that make it feel like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joby J., Dayton, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway spot

The hosts thought of everything when outfitting the home for guests...the even provided firewood for the firepit! We think this is one of the best VRBOs we've stayed in at this price point. The only blemish is the adjacent street is really busy, so the car traffic can be loud at times.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deidre E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Fall

Very cozy place to stay and conveniently located near the National Park. Owners are very thoughtful with a welcome basket and communication was great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location and beautiful home!

The house is well stocked and close to everything. We enjoyed sitting out back and taking in the fall view. The little hike out down the hill is fun too. And you can walk to downtown Peninsula which doesn’t have a whole lot but still really cute. You can also, from downtown, pick up the Erie and Ohio Trail, which goes for 100 miles. You can walk for as long as you want! It’s great and beautiful. thank you Justina for letting us stay at your lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

Thought the place was fantastic with comfortable rooms and beds. The place was spotless and so clean. Beautiful location and great check in instruction.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peninsula Gem!

Perfect place for a fall weekend getaway! Loved our stay! Beautifully decorated, comfy beds, and a quaint coffee shop/winery close by. A big thank you to our host!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in a great location.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this home. The house was extremely clean and located in a perfect place to visit the national park. All communication with Justina was always timely.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Anniversary Weekend

My husband and I decided on a short getaway for our anniversary. I loved the feel of the house. It was very clean, and beautifully decorated with lots of extra touches. It felt cozy WITHOUT that "overly rustic" or cramped feeling that many places in similar areas have. The host was very responsive and helpful. The only reason I gave 4 rather than 5 stars on location, was that the property was closer to the road than we realized and getting out of the driveway proved to be difficult at times. There was room to turn around but traffic on the road was coming around a curve in a spot where they were typically increasing speed. This of course is not the host's fault. There is a traffic sign that says "hidden drive" but it didn't seem to slow anyone down. Perhaps a more prominent sign to mark the driveway would be helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and may return with the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint small town home

Great location close to downtown. close to bike trails, hiking trails in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. We stayed here to attend a concert at Blossom which worked out great. home is cute and cozy, had everything you could possibly need in kitchen. Didn't have time to use fire pit or hot tub, maybe next time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you could want

This is a lovely property. The house is charming, well-equipped, comfortable and centrally located in CVNP. My husband and I and our 2 grown children enjoyed a week here. The host thought of everything. She was quick to respond when needed. We enjoyed the park (hiking/biking), dining in Penninsula, and the R&R Hall of Fame is only about 35 min. away. Great house & location
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mabel W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

My husband and I had an amazing weekend getaway. The home served as a perfect base camp for exploring and hiking in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. We have stayed in numerous VRBOs over the years and this definitely ranks in the top. The attention to detail and all the little extras were wonderful surprises. Though only in the home for a weekend we would have been comfortable there for a much longer visit. Will definitely book here again when we return to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness

3 Day Getaway

This is a charming, comfortable house that worked perfectly for us. The location is ideal for visiting Cuyahoga Valley NP and Cuyahoga Metropark. The host was easy to communicate with. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G., Fort Wayne, IN

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location & comfortable stay!

This house was perfect for our family of five. Very clean, well-decorated, exactly as described in the listing. Communication was top-notch, check-in was simple, and there wasn't a long list of things to do before check-out. We really felt like we were pampered on this stay and appreciated all the details like empty closets with hangers, luggage racks in all the bedrooms, plenty of hooks in bathrooms and entryway, well-stocked coffee/tea supplies, and a handwritten welcome note and bowl of snacks! Large parking pad with plenty of room to turn around before pulling out. Only thing to note - the shower is a converted claw-foot tub which could be difficult for someone with mobility issues to navigate (stepping into and out of), but it wasn't a problem for us - just something to be aware of if that would affect you. Other than that, the house was simply amazing. The location is awesome - in the small town of Peninsula, right in the middle of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Right down the road from a coffee shop, two restaurants, and a small upscale market. Short drive to the NP Visitor's Center and several trailheads. Close enough to Cleveland if you want to spend a day in the city, which we did. We enjoyed our stay and will book again if we plan another trip to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place, Great Location

Home was very clean with a lot of care by the owners. Close to everything that we wanted to see. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Chris

The house was lovely, and very close to everything in the park. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024