The Washington is at 333 E. Washington Street in downtown Sandusky, a few blocks from the waterfront. Most guests drive. No car? Uber is the easiest way to get here from the train station or airport, and downtown is walkable once you arrive.
Driving in
No car needed
Flying in
The Jet Express docks at 101 W. Shoreline Drive in downtown Sandusky, about an 8-minute walk from our porch. It runs seasonally and carries passengers and bikes. Make it a lake trip: pair a downtown stay with a night at one of our island sister properties, Bayshore Resort on Put-in-Bay or Kelleys Island Venture Resort.
We’re on the east side of downtown, two blocks from the lake. Restaurants, the pier, the ferry dock and Shoreline Park are all within about a 10-minute walk.
Walking times are approximate.
Still have a question? Email [email protected] or call 419-871-7810.
Parking is free in the driveway and on the street at the house.
Every suite has its own porch entrance with a keypad lock. Your door code arrives by 1 PM on your arrival day. It’s sent through the booking site you used, or to the email on file if you booked direct with us. If the code doesn’t work, call 419-871-7810 and we’ll get you in.
Yes. With keypad entry there’s no front desk to reach, so you can arrive any time after 4 PM check-in.
Not downtown. Restaurants, bars, the waterfront and the ferry dock are all within about 10 minutes on foot. For Cedar Point, the sports complex and the waterparks, drive or take an Uber.
Yes. The Jet Express leaves from 101 W. Shoreline Drive, about an 8-minute walk, with seasonal service to Kelleys Island and Put-in-Bay. Bikes and pets can ride along.
We skipped the hotel gym and lobby bar. Instead, downtown Sandusky’s best local spots are a few minutes from your door.
Keep your routine on the road.
The spa day, without the resort price.
No breakfast buffet. Something better.
Walk to dinner, walk home.
For longer stays and forgotten toothbrushes.
Walks, runs and room to play.
The things a hotel can’t give you.
Hours change by season, so check before you go. Drop-in rates and availability are set by each business.
Park once and explore on foot. Downtown Sandusky is compact, flat and right on the water.
Water Street, Columbus Avenue, the pier and Shoreline Park are all a short walk. Sandusky’s DORA lets you carry a drink in an official cup between participating spots.
Rent e-bikes at Pedego Sandusky (131 E. Water St.), grab a Vogontz share bike at 300 W. Shoreline Dr., or book a group ride with Sandusky Pedal Company, two minutes from our door.
No car? Uber is the easiest way to reach Cedar Point, Sports Force Parks, Kalahari and the train station.
The Jet Express runs from downtown to Put-in-Bay and Kelleys Island in season. Golf carts and bikes are easy to rent at the island docks.
A historic lake town with a lively waterfront, local restaurants and Cedar Point on the horizon. Here’s what guests love most within walking distance.
Lakefront paths, a playground and views across the bay to Cedar Point.
Formal gardens and a floral clock that’s replanted to show the date.
A small waterfront park telling Sandusky’s Underground Railroad history.
Shops, breakfast, treats, axe throwing and an arcade under one roof.
Decades of park memorabilia, a fun stop before your Cedar Point day.
Many downtown spots change hours by season, so check before you go.
Big weekends book up early, especially competition and tournament weekends. Dates come from each organizer as of fall 2026, so confirm before you book.
Full events calendarThe good-to-know details, all in one place, so there are no surprises.
Still have a question? Email [email protected] or call 419-871-7810.
Booking on our website is the only way to choose your exact suite. On other sites, you book a suite type and we assign the unit at check-in.
The Lookout sleeps 8, The Commodore and The Boathouse sleep 6, The Deckhand sleeps 5, The First Mate sleeps 4, and The Captain, The Navigator and The Anchor sleep 2. Bigger group? Book neighboring suites, up to the whole house for 35.
You book two or more separate suites next to each other, and we hold them together for your dates. Each suite has its own entrance, kitchen and bathroom. Packages: The Dock (2 suites, sleeps 8), The Upper Deck (3 suites, sleeps 8), The Pier (2 suites, sleeps 11), The Upper Decks (4 suites, sleeps 16) or the whole house (8 suites, sleeps 35). Contact us with your dates and group size.
Full payment is due at booking. You can choose to split it into two payments for a fee, shown on the booking page.
Yes, up to 28 nights, with weekly rates. Suites have full kitchens and laundry, so they work well for traveling professionals and families between homes.
Check-in is at 4 PM. Check-out is at 11 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for an additional fee.
A coffee bar, complimentary bottled water, a full kitchen, a smart TV, Wi-Fi throughout the building, linens, towels and bath essentials, and your own porch entrance. Every suite has a full kitchen with a dishwasher, and its own washer and dryer, except The Boathouse and The Anchor, which share laundry. Laundry supplies and extra toiletries are available on site.
Yes. In-suite celebration décor is available on request. Let us know when you book.
Not on site. We’re an all-suite historic home, not a hotel. Instead, you can drop in for a class at CrossFit Sandusky (about a 5-minute walk), get a guest pass at Tim Dorsey Fitness (about 2 minutes), book a massage at Tranquil Touch across the street, and walk to several cafés for breakfast. There’s no pool. See Amenities around the block.
There’s no elevator, and every suite is reached by stairs, including the top-floor penthouse. Tell us about mobility needs and we’ll help you choose.
Yes. The pet fee is $35 per pet, with up to 2 pets per suite. Pet bowls and supplies are available on request.
Fresh towels and amenities are available on request during your stay. Just email or call.
It’s an 1890 house divided into eight suites, so you may hear neighbors at times. Quiet hours run 10 PM to 8 AM to keep things peaceful for everyone.
To change or cancel, email [email protected] with your reservation number. A $50 cancellation fee applies to every reservation.
14+ days before arrival
Cancel 14 days or more before you arrive and we refund your payment, minus the $50 cancellation fee.
Within 14 days of arrival
Cancellations within 14 days of arrival aren’t refunded.
With booking insurance
Add booking insurance for a fee when you book, and you can cancel up to 72 hours before arrival. Within 72 hours of arrival, cancellations aren’t refunded.
Bookings made through Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com or Expedia follow that site’s cancellation policy.
