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Big Retro House | Short North | Perfect for Groups

Apartment with kitchen, near Ohio State University

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In downtown Columbus' iconic Short North, Retro Getaway offers a unique stay in a historic 4-bedroom home. Explore the shops and eateries on High Street, then retreat to this oasis with off-street parking and WFH area. Designed by a local artist, the space celebrates its history with fun tropical twists.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Big Retro House | Short North | Perfect for Groups

Apartment with kitchen, near Ohio State University
Laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free apartment building. The apartment features a washing machine and 2 bathrooms, plus a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave. Added amenities include a balcony, a TV and a coffee/tea maker.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this apartment offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Business-friendly amenities include offices and desks.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

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
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
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
Property Registration Number 2023-2190

Property is also known as

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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 COSI and Ohio Expo Center and State Fair. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Nationwide Arena or Ohio Stadium. Visit our Columbus travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A view of the new pedestrian skywalk connecting the convention center to the new downtown Hilton.
    Greater Columbus Convention Center
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The second oldest building remaining on The Ohio State University campus, Orton Hall was opened in 1893. It is named after Dr Edward Orton, Sr. who served as Ohio State's first president, OSU Professor of Geology from 1873 to 1899, and Ohio's State Geologist from 1882 until his death in 1899. Orton Hall is built of 40 different Ohio building stones. In the outside walls, these stones are laid in stratigraphic order according to their relative positions in Ohio's bedrock. The only non-indigenous to Ohio stone used is Indiana Limestone to build the front steps. It was chosen because of its high concentration of embedded fossils. The bell tower was dedicated in 1915 and contains 25,000 pounds of bells that can be heard regularly tolling across campus. Encircling the top of the tower are 24 columns with gargoyle-like figures which are restorations of fossil animals.
    Ohio State University
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The 17th Street entrance to.the fairgrounds
    Ohio State Fairgrounds
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The IGS Energy blimp is a remote control blimp that flies around inside Nationwide Arena during intermissions of Columbus Blue Jackets hockey games. The blimp has a camera that films and projects fans on the giant Dispatch media center that hangs in the center of the arena. The blimp also drops prizes/coupons to eager fans via mini-parachutes.
    Nationwide Arena
    3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Standard Hall
    2 min walk
  • Skully's Music Diner
    4 min walk
  • Black Sheep Kitchen & Spirits
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Bodega
    1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Retro House | Short North | Perfect for Groups pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Big Retro House | Short North | Perfect for Groups?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Retro House | Short North | Perfect for Groups?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Retro House | Short North | Perfect for Groups?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Retro House | Short North | Perfect for Groups located?

Located in Downtown Columbus, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Goodale Park and Greater Columbus Convention Center. Ohio State University and Nationwide Arena are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Big Retro House | Short North | Perfect for Groups Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

6.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Baden m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice location and the place was very inviting and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious House

Great location and lots to do! The house was very spacious and had plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
This was a great place! I liked the area it was in and it’s close to everything. I liked the vibe of the place and the decorations. The only thing I didn’t like was that there was peeling paint but other than that it was good. There was a confusion about how to confirm the reservation but once I got a hold of the property management, I was able to complete the steps and they were very fast to respond. I would stay here again if I was in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025