With a stay at this cottage in Ashtabula, you'll be on a lake, a 4-minute walk from Lake Erie and a 2-minute drive from Saybrook Township Park. .This cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Kent State University Ashtabula Campus and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ashtabula Arts Center.
Kent State University Ashtabula Campus - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
Old Firehouse Winery - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
Lakehouse Inn & Winery - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles
Geneva State Park - 13 min drive - 8.0 miles
Getting around
Cleveland, OH (CGF-Cuyahoga County) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 5 min drive
Beckers Restaurant - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Kardohely's Restaurant - 8 min drive
Pizza Hut - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lake Cottage with Private Community Beach
Welcome to Buttercup Cottage! Instantly feel at peace as you enter through the bright and cheery yellow door. This lake cottage, located between Ashtabula Harbor and GOTL, is the perfect place to relax, have a glass of wine, and enjoy a good book. Play some lawn games in the private backyard and sit around the outdoor fire pit. Ready for a beach day? Pack up some beach chairs and a cooler and walk down to the private community beach where you will practically have the lake all to yourself!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near a hospital
On a lake
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 850 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
We prefer no shoes in the house
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Reviews
Lake Cottage with Private Community Beach Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ryan W.
Oct 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice Cottage right by the lake. The owners, Dave and Kate, had excellent communication. The cottage has a dishwasher and ice machine in the fridge, which was really appreciated. The decor, kitchen items and little touches throughout were very thoughtfully done. There are even condiments and seasonings for guests to use. I will definitely be back for another visit!
Ryan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynne H.
Sep 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! So clean and private backyard. Loved the cottage and beach vibe. Close to restaurants, wineries and shopping.
Lynne H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stacey C.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Old ladies weekend
The home is beautiful and very comfortable. It’s in walking distance to a lot of places to see, and a short drive to the beaches and attractions. Our group was 3 60 year olds that have been friends since the age of 18. We would definitely stay here again.
Stacey C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristin V.
May 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Li'l Beach Getaway
My husband and I took an extended weekend to visit the shores of Lake Erie and we stayed at the Buttercup Cottage in Ashtabula. This cottage is adorable–inside and out! It's easy to find, easy to enter, and easy to feel comfortable. It's clean and has all the basic amenities you might need. Dave and Kate have great taste and have created an adorable lake-themed cottage. We used their beach pass to visit the community beach and watch the sunset on the benches there. This cottage is a short drive to Geneva-on-the-Lake and the state park there, and Ashtabula and its Harbor District and Lake Shore Park.
Kristin V.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
April A.
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Space
We were in town for a dance competition at Spire. We loved the Buttercup Cottage and look forward to returning when it is warmer so that we can check out the beach area.The home was clean, in a very quiet neighborhood. We had everything we needed for our weekend stay.
April A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nina B.
Sep 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
My husband and I had such a nice relaxing time at this property. It was clean, well equipped, and comfortable. We really enjoyed the private beach nearby, as well as the fire pit in the backyard in the evening. We ran into such nice people in the community as well as their sweet pups!
Nina B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura D.
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Buttercup Cottage
Second stay there. Very comfortable and cozy.
Laura D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M.
Jul 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cottage close to waterfront
Its a nice small cottage, very clean. There is no water view from the house but you can walk in 3 min to a grassy area with benches overlooking Lake Erie. If you are both brave and agile, you can, after you walk down the wooden stairs there, climb over the rocks to get to the private beach. Its a bit more challenging if you are carrying beach chairs and a beach bad but it is lovely.
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracey W.
Oct 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Girls Weekend!
This was a charming cottage for our yearly girls family getaway. Very clean and loved being so close to the lake. Sunset was beautiful. Owners were very responsive and checking in was seamless. Loved the door code and not needing a key. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Tracey W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Josie S.
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
Beautiful property in a nice location. Very friendly and welcoming neighbors. We enjoyed collecting rocks on the beach and exploring the local restaurants. Would stay again, thanks!
Josie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Karen B.
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Annual Vacation
My sons and their families and I vacation together every year for a few days to reconnect. The Buttercup Cottage was located in a central spot suited for our interests from restaurants to beaches. The layout of the cottage was perfect for our needs, the back yard was secluded and allowed room for my Grandson to run and play to his heart's content. Plenty of room in the kitchen for everyone to make meals together. Meals were in the front room at the table or outside at the patio table, which was perfect size. Being newly remodeled, everything was clean, fresh and welcoming. Memories can be made anywhere with loved ones, but, this year's memories include a comfortable and beautiful place to live while making those memories. If we decide to revisit Ashtabula, OH we will definitely stay here again. The hosts? Very nice couple were here when we arrived and are truly very nice and friendly! I reccommend this cottage without any hesitation!
Karen B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kayla M.
Jul 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Cottage- Just what we needed!
We had a girls weekend getaway and I cannot tell you how much we enjoyed our stay! The cottage was adorable, and spotless! The beach was better than we expected, and we spent most of the afternoon there before exploring wine country :) We are already discussing staying here again next year! Owners were great and even recommended their favorite spots to visit.
Kayla M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
James H.
Mar 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Rental 👌
The Buttercup Cottage is great find and a perfect location for us. There's great local restaurants nearby, right by the water, and an easy 15 drive to the Spire Institute.
The home itself is so nice and the owners did a great job in every room from the finishing materials to the decor.
We will definitely be trying to rent again the next time we're in the area!!