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The Polish House - Quiet - Central - 2BR - W/D
Nestled in the heart of Beechwold, this charming space is designed to make you feel right at home while exploring Columbus or just relaxing. Quiet neighborhood with easy access to 71 and 315. Go for a stroll in the friendly neighborhood, or hang out in the fenced backyard. Dining, grocery, bars, and shopping are quick trips 1.2mi for your convenience. Enjoy the full kitchen, large dining table, 58" 4K tv, and PS4 during your stay. Ground floor bedroom has Queen bed, upstairs bedroom has 2 twins.

Tiny Home at Central Point
Our Tiny Home is a one bedroom with a loft and kitchenette. It has a relaxed and rustic feel. We are in the Clintonville/Worthington area, close to various restaurants and shops, easy access to different parts of town. You can get deep sleep on our comfortable mattress. Keurig coffee maker with well stocked coffee rack. Relax on the sofa while watching your favorite TV shows or read your favorite book in the loft. This is a quiet, comfortable and peaceful place. Alexa device for your enjoyment

Guest Suite with private entrance on 1.5 acres.
Beautiful 1.5 acre wooded lot, unique setting with country living in the city. Close to Bethel Rd shopping and diverse dining. Close to Rt. 315, Antrim Lake path, and Olentangy Trail. You'll have the suite all to yourself: private entrance, electronic keypad, a dedicated parking space, no shared walls with main house. Easy to come and go. Full bathroom with tiled shower. Zoned temperature controls for your comfort. King bed, wifi, Roku TV, and everything you need for an enjoyable stay.

Treetop Suite - Sauna - King Bed - Garage Parking
Welcome to The Nest! • Treetop Suite is a private 2 bedroom 1 bathroom flat on the 2nd floor • Spacious bedrooms w/1 king, 1 queen bed, pull out queen sofa • Outdoor Barrel Sauna / Fire Table / Fenced in yard • Walkable to Grandview • 1.5 miles to downtown/OSU campus • Single stall garage parking • Smart TV's in the livingroom and every bedroom! • Premium linens, bath robes, towels, & soaps • Fully stocked modern kitchen • Complimentary coffee w/to go cups • Washer & dryer w/detergent

Waldeck Creek Country Retreat
Welcome to country living! We live on a serene 12 acre lot in the country just minutes from I-70 (Exit 79 E bound/Exit 85 W bound). We offer a clean and cozy lower-level apartment with a private entrance, 2 bedrooms/1 bath, snack/coffee bar with an assortment of snacks, tea, and coffee, a living room, reclining sofa, pool table, electric fireplace, RokuTV, small table/2 chairs and an outdoor patio area. We are located on a 250-acre family farm with a walking path, woods, creek, and cabin.

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.

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.

Pink Chalet Downtown | Themed 2Bed Home, Fire Pit
✦Welcome to The Pink House✦ Escape to our whimsical home, located minutes from Downtown Columbus. Our home is in the highly sought after Clintonville neighborhood; full of local boutiques, restaurants and breweries. 10 min: OSU 10 min: Short North & Downtown Cbus 10 min: Convention Center 10 min: Polaris Mall 12 min: Schottenstien Center 12 min: Nationwide Arena 15 min: Cosi 20 min: Columbus Zoo *Minutes to I-71 & 315

Private Suite | King Beds | Zoo | Bridge Park
Private lower-level guest suite beneath our family home with separate entrance and keypad. Just 5 minutes to Columbus Zoo and Zoombeezi Bay, and close to Bridge Park, Historic Dublin, downtown Powell, and OSU. Two 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.

Private Guest House just minutes from Columbus Zoo
Newly remodeled guest house is the perfect location to step away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but still be a 10-20 minute drive from great restaurants, night life, and shopping. It is also located just 5 miles from one of the best zoos in the country, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. The house comfortably fits 2 adults and 2 children. The house is not an ideal place for 4 adults.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
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Apartment rentals with wifi

Stylish Loft with King Bed - Two Parking Spots

Cozy Short North Loft - Best Location

Short-North Gem, Entire Condo with Free Parking

Ideally Located 1 Bdrm Stay | Parking & Laundry

Short North Condo - Close to Everything!

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

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Loft Carriage House—Short North/Convention Center
Family-friendly house rentals

Ellie's Place

Fantastic Hidden Gem In Quiet Neighborhood

Peaceful Ranch Home. Close to the Zoo!

3 BR cozy + renovated walkable downtown stay

Extraordinary Bridge House - A Rustic Retreat

Polaris 3 bed 2.5 bath + quick access i71 & i270

Garage~Minutes to Muirfield~Near Powell/Dublin

Clintonville Retreat • Fireplace, Games • Near OSU
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

Central Downtown Apartment!

A dedicated workspace for digital nomads with pets

Elegant Short North Factory Loft

Fabulous private apartment inside beautiful home

Apt A MerionVillage/GermanVillage

Cozy, clean home

Livingston Flat - A German Village Gem

Bespoke Short North Oasis-FLAT
Other great holiday rentals near Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Beautifully updated farm stay close to zoo w/pool!

Modern Home with Arcade Games 15 min from Zoo/OSU

Cozy Suite next to local winery, near Easton

Charming 1 Bedroom/Studio w/ Parking

✨Travelers Paradise!✨-Central Downtown/Ohio State

Spacious • King • Games • Fire Pit • 5 Min to Zoo!

Birdsong Meadow - A Peaceful Home in the Country

Pristine Private Entry Studio w/Gas FP @ Polaris
Destinations to explore
- Ohio Stadium
- Easton Town Center
- Greater Columbus Convention Center
- Historic Crew Stadium
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
- Zoombezi Bay
- Ohio State University
- Muirfield Village Golf Club
- John Bryan State Park
- Legend Valley
- Schiller Park
- Columbus Museum of Art
- Snow Trails
- Otherworld
- Schottenstein Center
- Nationwide Arena
- Deer Creek State Park
- Highbanks Metro Park
- Hollywood Casino Columbus
- Ariel-Foundation Park
- Scioto Audubon Metro Park
- Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
- Ohio Expo Center & State Fair-W
- Ohio Theatre




