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Moss Cottage, Moss Cottage

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TV, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Moss Cottage, Moss Cottage

Centrally located in the heart of Oberlin! Walk to College and Conservatory events in just a few minutes! Only one block to Oberlin's most popular coffee shop and the historic Apollo Theater. Just a few more steps and you'll be experiencing downtown's unique shops and tasty restaurants. This craftsman-style home was built in 1911 and has the perfect blend of modern updates & historic charm. A beautiful moss covered backyard garden is perfect for small gatherings and celebrations.

About the space
Enjoy the simple and elegant craftsman-style architecture and details of Moss Cottage. Rooms are flooded with natural light provided by large windows and most have at least two windows each. Except for the kitchen and bathrooms, all floors are natural wood. There is no wall-to-wall carpet in Moss Cottage, just a few stylish area rugs. You can park one or two vehicles next the house in the driveway.

On the tech and entertainment side you'll love these amenities:
1. Reliable and fast internet speed-tested at 655 Mbps download
2. Roku TV
3. Bluetooth sound system - Marshall Stanmore II
4. Roland VK Piano/Keyboard
5. Keurig coffee maker
6. Board games, "take one/leave one" bookshelf
7. Two dining tables to spread out and work, eat & entertain
8. Check out our digital guidebook that highlights many local and regional eats, shops and activities! Our website has the link to our guidebook. (mosscottage.lodgify.com)

Add Ons
Some unique and exciting add-ons are available April through October to make your stay more memorable and fun at Moss Cottage!

For details, visit our website (mosscottage.lodgify.com) or contact host:

1. Book firewood delivery to enjoy the outdoor firepit!

2. Book our vintage VW camper van for your stay and add two additional guests! See photos of "Goldie" our 1986 Westfalia in the gallery.

3. Book a small outdoor event (15 people max.) at Moss Cottage backyard garden. By booking & registering your small event add-on, you'll get extra services to make your gathering or celebration more comfortable and enjoyable. Also, you'll avoid misunderstandings with the host and extra charges for an unregistered event.

4. Rent bikes! Enjoy Oberlin's bike-friendly streets and a 12-mile bike path that's located just two block from Moss Cottage.


Property manager

Todd Martz

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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 not allowed

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
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

Property is also known as

592860

About the area

Map
Oberlin, OH

What's nearby

  • Oberlin College - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tappan Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Allen Memorial Art Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Weltzheimer/Johnson House - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Weltzheimer/Johnson House Frank Lloyd Wright Building - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Elyria Station - 19 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Brickyard Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Moss Cottage, Moss Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Moss Cottage, Moss Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moss Cottage, Moss Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Moss Cottage, Moss Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Oberlin, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Oberlin College, Tappan Square and Firelands Association for the Visual Arts. Allen Memorial Art Museum and Allen Memorial Hospital are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Moss Cottage, Moss Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin

We stayed at Moss college for an Oberlin visit. Location was perfect. The house had everything we needed! Was such an enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay again when in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Great Location!

Loved our stay At Moss Cottage! It was a great location and the house had great character.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila C.

Roomy, clean and good location.

This was a charming Arts & Craft inspired VRBO. My family loved it. It was clean with plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jakob C.

Really nice property

The house was clean and very thoroughly prepared for our stay. There are little framed messages around the house with miscellaneous information which is pretty neat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024