Title: Wake up ON the lake aboard Sleuth! 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 house boat # Wake up ON the lake aboard Sleuth! Houseboat in Port Clinton, a short walk to Lake Erie ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95417600/95417532/d307f479.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95417600/95417532/w1912h1440x4y0-c490dd2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95417600/95417532/ea3d7e1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95417600/95417532/c1fa0805.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95420000/95417600/95417532/w1920h1433x0y3-b0cd313c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Sleuth is the perfect lake retreat. Enjoy a queen-size bedroom, kitchen area, and a cozy living space with comfy chairs on the large front deck. The upper deck beckons you to unwind with an evening sunset view or snooze in the sun. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire house boat 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Lake view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Wake up ON the lake aboard Sleuth! Welcome to Sleuth! This houseboat has tons of charm. Wake up to the sounds of the lake and go to bed watching the amazing sunset. Inside you will find a queen size bedroom, kitchen area with fridge/microwave and kcup coffee maker. The front living area has a futon that can double as additional sleeping area. The outdoor space of this boat is great! The large front deck has comfy chairs to enjoy your morning coffee or afternoon snooze. The upper deck has chairs perfect to stretch out in the sun or cuddle up and enjoy the evening sunset. You will love being able to walk to the beach and having Downtown Port Clinton activities within minutes. Restaurants, bars, live music, festivals, farmers markets, art shows and more! If you have a boat/jet skis/kayak this is the paradise for you. Please let us know if you would like to bring it, we have dock spaces available. There is access to Lake Erie and the Portage River directly from the marina. The Sandusky Bay is only a few minutes’ drive, as well as Cedar Point. The Jet Express is a couple minutes down the road, and you can be to Put N Bay or Kelley’s Island quickly! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the accommodation: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105880000/105877400/105877358/9cf38135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wake up ON the lake.. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Located in Port Clinton, this houseboat is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Liberty Aviation Museum and Lake Erie Islands Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The Keeper’s House and South Bass Island Lighthouse. Island Adventures Family Fun Center and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking. [Visit our Port Clinton travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Clinton.dx9373) [View more Houseboats in Port Clinton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Clinton-Houseboats.d9373-aaHouseboats.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%7C41.51930%2C-82.95576&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IHp1gmw2sOzYp1O-QJVq8iAMbAk=) Port Clinton, OH ### What's nearby - Jet Express - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles - Fisherman's Wharf - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles - Port Clinton Public Swimming Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles - African Safari Wildlife Park - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles - Catawba Island State Park - 19 min drive - 10.1 miles ### Getting around - Sandusky Station - 23 min drive - Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express) - 57 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Gristmill - ‬2 min drive - ‪Jolly Roger's Seafood House - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Brick House - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Wake up ON the lake aboard Sleuth! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Wake up ON the lake aboard Sleuth! ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Wake up ON the lake aboard Sleuth! ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Wake up ON the lake aboard Sleuth! located? > Located in the heart of Port Clinton, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Erie, Jet Express and Fisherman's Wharf. Waterworks Park and Port Clinton Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Wake up ON the lake aboard Sleuth! Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### charles c. 1 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cool experience! This place was fun ! Are the houseboats older ..Yes ... Do you have to walk 50 ft to shower..Yes .. But what a great house! Loved it !! The property manager Brandy was the absolute best !! It isn't a luxury 5 star hotel but it was so fun ! Highly recommend ! ##### charles c. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Annette B. 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed the atmosphere The Sleyth is der and could use some updates. The air conditioning was not suficient for the heat of the day. It did not circulate well enough to keep the entire boat cool. The shower house was great and we enjoyed the stay. ##### Annette B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie and Richard G. 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### You'll love The Sleuth Josh and Michelle went out of their way to communicate promptly with us both prior to our getaway and during our stay. The location of the property was excellent and the property was safe and clean. Only because of the age of the houseboat there were areas that were a bit worn but nothing of concern. It's evident that they have updated with great amenities, furniture, mattress (very comfortable) linens and high end soaps etc. The shower/bath facility was convenient and spotless. Restaurants in Port Clinton were great, lovely port city with a great downtown and access to ferry exceptional. We had a relaxing getaway and would recommend staying with Michelle and Josh as your hosts. I believe they have other houseboats and working on new additions to their fleet but don't hesitate with The Sleuth. End of the pier so great view and felt private. They certainly made us feel at home. ##### Julie and Richard G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle V. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Michelle V. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024