Title: The Top of the Stairs: Chic Loft on 3rd Ave Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Top of the Stairs: Chic Loft on 3rd Ave Apartment with kitchen, near Ohio State University ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102370000/102367000/102366979/b30ef9e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102370000/102367000/102366979/afdc5b12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102370000/102367000/102366979/ae4b7dc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102370000/102367000/102366979/44dd2094.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102370000/102367000/102366979/214b864f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the 3rd floor of a historic home, The Top of The Stairs offers a private retreat just half a block from the Short North's vibrant dining and nightlife scene. Enjoy your own reserved parking spot and enter through a private exterior entrance to unwind in this unique space with king-size bed, granite countertops, fully equipped kitchen, separate laundry room/closet for convenience. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Top of the Stairs: Chic Loft on 3rd Ave ⭐ Featured on the 2024 Short North Tour of Homes ⭐ Climb 38 steps and unwind in our loft apartment, just steps from the Short North's vibrant dining and nightlife scene. Enjoy: ✔️ One reserved parking spot on the property - park and walk everywhere! ✔️ Private exterior entrance into the staircase to the loft - no shared spaces with us ✔️ King-size bed; TV on bedroom wall ✔️ Separate zoned heating and air conditioning ✔️ We live downstairs if you need anything! \-- The Top of The Stairs is a private 1-bedroom apartment on the 3rd floor of our home. We've designed it to have a private gate and a private exterior entrance - no shared spaces with our yard or our living space. There are 38 steps required from ground level up to the loft - it's fun and refreshing! The staircase has connecting doors on the 1st and 2nd floors that open into our private living space. These will be locked from our side and can also be locked from your side. The space has three separate mini-split HVAC systems (separately zoned heat and AC) that you can set to your preference and are more than adequate to heat the space or to keep it cool on a hot summer day. The bedroom has a comfortable king size bed and connects to a small laundry room/closet that you are welcome to use. The bathroom has a shower only (no tub). The kitchen features granite countertops and is well-equipped (and if you need any specialty kitchen items, we're right downstairs). The living area features a large sectional couch and a 60" TV. Both TVs will require guests to sign into their own streaming accounts. The living room TV has a digital antenna/tuner with access to some basic live channels. Our story: we purchased this home in 2020 and completed our renovations in 2023. We saw the potential in the huge attic space - unfinished since the house was built in the 1890s - and made plans to convert it into a 1-bedroom guest suite space. During the renovation, we tackled the third floor first, and then we actually lived in this third floor space for several months while we renovated the first floor kitchen. We live on the 1st and 2nd floors now with our two kids and our dog. We use the space for friends and family when they visit and we're excited to rent it to guests when it's available! \-- We live on the 1st and 2nd floors of the home with our kids and our dog. There is insulation sprayed into the floor between the 2nd and 3rd floors (to reduce noise), but it still is an old house and you may hear our kids running around and making noise when they get up and go to bed (roughly between 7-8 AM and 7-9 PM). Otherwise we'll usually be on the 1st floor where you won't hear us. Our dog is usually home all day and he will probably bark if he hears you at the exterior door. Please try to be quiet when coming in and walking up/down the steps. One reserved parking spot is included at the back of the property. If you plan on having visitors or need more than one parking spot, please reach out to us. \-- This is our home, but your space is fully private and has a private entrance. We love to meet our guests and chat, but we also understand if you're busy and have places to be! Please reach out if there's anything we can do to help during your stay - we're right downstairs. Did we mention that 38 steps are required from ground level to the top of the stairs? ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### 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) - 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Bookings are refundable until 14 days before arrival, less a $75 cancellation fee; no refunds inside 14 days. To receive a refund, you must first send us the cancellation fee, then we will refund 100% of the original booking. ### Pets Pets not allowed Note from host: Unfortunately we cannot allow service animals - al ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 Registration Number 2025-1617 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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b649d4x ## About the area Downtown Columbus, a neighbourhood in Columbus, is home to this apartment. Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Ohio State Fairgrounds and COSI. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Nationwide Arena or Ohio Stadium. [Visit our Columbus travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Columbus.dx178251) [View more Apartments in Columbus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Columbus-Apartments.d178251-aaApartments.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%7C39.98383%2C-83.00661&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JwBQizj4999IKgXqwxZl7YYhaCo=) Columbus, OH ### What's nearby - Greater Columbus Convention Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Ohio State University - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Nationwide Arena - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles - Ohio Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Ohio Expo Center and State Fair - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles ### Getting around - Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 14 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Standard Hall - ‬3 min walk - ‪Northstar Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Bodega - ‬2 min walk - ‪Skully's Music Diner - ‬4 min walk - ‪Four’s - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Top of the Stairs: Chic Loft on 3rd Ave pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Top of the Stairs: Chic Loft on 3rd Ave? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Top of the Stairs: Chic Loft on 3rd Ave? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Top of the Stairs: Chic Loft on 3rd Ave located? > Located in Downtown Columbus, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Goodale Park, Greater Columbus Convention Center and Ohio State University. Nationwide Arena and Ohio Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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