Title: Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=10235&destination=West+Chester%2C+Ohio%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=95392158&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! ## Photo gallery for Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! ![Exterior - Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! (West Chester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95400000/95392200/95392158/7ea80862.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! 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(West Chester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95400000/95392200/95392158/410f01ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! provides amenities, such as an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! Hello Dear Sunshine! Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place with beautiful neighborhoods to stay. And easy access to everything, everywhere during 5 to 10 minutes. Only 14 mins drive to King Island, Great wolf lounge and W& S Tennis Tournament in Mason. Only 13 mins to West Chester central popular clock tower area and Baseball complex!! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table ### 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 ## Similar properties ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94954800/94954708/5abee04d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Family Home in Mason w/ Backyard + Fire Pit Mason - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=94954708&PinnedHotelID=94954708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101860000/101859400/101859324/e53174a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mason Oasis Mason - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-17&endDate=2026-04-18&selected=101859324&PinnedHotelID=101859324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88495200/88495195/3669bcce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Loveland home, Close to everything! 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If you did, Vrbo will cancel your reservation immediately and you will have to leave in 30 minutes without refund. 2.Not allowed using drugs except the prescription. Not allowed eating in the bedroom. Keep your shoes in the shoe storage shelves. Additional charges will be applied if things are broken, missing and damaged. $50 per night for per extra guest who stay until 9 pm will be applied . ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area West Chester is home to this holiday home. Monster Mini Golf and The Golf Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Little Miami State Park and Caldwell Nature Preserve. Travelling with kids? Make time for Kings Island, or head to an event or a match at Lindner Family Tennis Center. [Visit our West Chester travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Chester.dx10235) [View more Holiday homes in Cincinnati](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cincinnati-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178249-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.33282%2C-84.35523&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WWssqK8gSbXmT946-9Y4r1EbzTo=) West Chester, OH ### What's nearby - ![www.alamy.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087333/3c96d2c9-b7a3-48e4-a566-4df68157b725.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kings Island 11 min drive \- 6.5 miles - ![Great American Ball Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/943/381b08f2-018d-4ab4-9309-9f82c06d8123.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Great American Ball Park 31 min drive \- 27.2 miles - Courts4Sports 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Wall2Wall Soccer 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Liberty Center 7 min drive \- 3.9 miles ### Getting around - Cincinnati Union Terminal 31 min drive - Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional) 22 min drive ### Restaurants - Chick-fil-A 5 min drive - Twin Dragon Buffet & Grill 5 min drive - Panda Express 5 min drive - Panera Bread 5 min drive - McDonald's 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard!? ### What time is check-in at Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard!? ### What time is check-out at Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard!? ### Where is Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sunshine Palace Charming Tri-Level House with game room and large backyard! Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. 2 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sunshine Palace. We were in town to celebrate thanksgiving with family and friends. This house was perfectly suited to cook and enjoy our feast. The kids loved the game room!!! Nay was very attentive and super sweet. I would definitely stay here again. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy d. 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cincy trip Property was excellent. Enjoyed the game room and close proximity to kings island and shops Would like to have known about the extra charge for pets earlier in the process. As it is listed as pet friendly ##### Troy d. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristina H. 15 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay This sunshine place was the perfect place for my family to gather and spend a few days together. Great location to fun activities for kids. Also, the fun continued in the basement of this place, where the game room was a great hit. The property administrator, Nay was very easy to reach and prompt to respond. The floors were squeaky and the outside needed some attention. But don't let that distract your attention from the beautiful inside. Very clean and spacious, the sunshine place is the perfect place for family with kids. ##### Cristina H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Courtney B. 22 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice location, needs improvements This house is in a very nice location as far as being a quiet neighborhood. The house was pretty clean. There are things that need to be fixed though. At least one of the windows in the house does not lock. The front door deadbolt barely latches. There are knives in the very lowest kitchen drawer which isn’t safe for kiddos. There was also cleaning chemicals, including drano, in the bottom of an open and unlocked closet in the kitchen. The game room/garage floor was pretty dirty and there were exposed wires down there so we weren’t comfortable letting our kids play down there. This was disappointing because we were planning on using the game room for all of us. Overalls for us this home was not worth the cost. ##### Courtney B. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### RKL 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a very nice stay at the sunshine house. The accommodations and location was perfect for us. Nay was fast to respond to a few inquiries we had during our stay. She is a wonderful host! ##### RKL Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean Ann S. 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kings island trip We stay at the Sunshine palace for a trip to kings island with our grand kids. It worked out just great. The house was roomy, with a play area in the basement for the kids. I would recommend more wash cloths and facial tissues, but otherwise, it was great! ##### Jean Ann S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### William S. 12 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute and quiet Settled in a quiet subdivision close to everything in the area ##### William S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Doris M. 20 May 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sunshine Stay House bright and welcoming. Kitchen was minimally stocked with basic cookware and dinnerware. Beds are low to floor...difficult for mobility challenged individuals (one of our family members).No extra blankets. Adequate for a 2-night stay. ##### Doris M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### kristin i. 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a fantastic stay at this Vrbo property during our kids’ basketball tournament and shared the home with another family. From the moment we arrived, we felt right at home. The house was spotless, warm, and welcoming—exactly what we needed after long days at the gym.The beds were incredibly comfortable, and there was plenty of space for both families to relax and enjoy some downtime. Everything was thoughtfully arranged, and it was clear the home is well cared for.What truly made our stay exceptional was the host, Nay. She was incredibly attentive, checking in to make sure we had everything we needed and quickly responding to any questions. Her communication was prompt, friendly, and reassuring—she really went above and beyond to make sure our stay was smooth and stress-free.We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, and well-managed home away from home! ##### kristin i. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### John Z. 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Decent We had a decent stay overall. Check-in was smooth and the host was a great communicator and friendly. The location is very convenient to Kings Island, and the neighborhood felt safe. The house was relatively clean, with nice touches like toiletries and plastic cups for kids.That said, there were several issues that could be improved. We encountered bugs inside (including a large centipede and several spiders), and there were fire ants all over the lawn chairs outside. Some areas were missing light bulbs, making spaces like the laundry room and game room dark, and the mini basketball game was broken. The bedding was minimal, with only thin blankets on each bed, and the WiFi was spotty. Also, one bathroom sink was clogged and didn't clear even after using drain cleaner. A little more thorough cleaning would have been appreciated as there were a couple long black hairs on one of the beds. With a few updates and more attention to maintenance, this could be a much more comfortable rental. ##### John Z. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John D. 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice overall property and experience. We had a very nice stay. Nay was a responsive and accommodating host. ##### John D. 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