Short North/Downtown | Steps to High St | Walk to Convention Ctr | Free Parking
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
This vacation rental occupies one side of a duplex home in the Short North/Downtown area of New California, offering a private entrance and a full house-style stay rather than a traditional hotel setup. The interior blends modern decor with original hardwood floors, and guests have access to two bedrooms with king and queen beds, plus air mattresses and a pack-and-play crib for larger groups or families. It's a smoke-free, pet-friendly property with a fireplace and balcony, giving it a cozy residential feel just steps from High Street.
Amenities & Comfort
The unit is fully equipped with air conditioning, heating, a kitchen with oven and stove, microwave, and washer, making it suited for longer or self-catered stays. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV are included, and the property offers free parking, a notable perk for a location this central. Kid-friendly touches and pet-friendly policies broaden its appeal to a wide range of travelers.
Location & Surroundings
The property sits within a couple hundred meters of multiple bus stops, including N High St & E Russell St just 140m away, making it easy to explore Columbus without a car. Dining options are abundant nearby, from The Guild House (134m) and Forno Kitchen + Bar (234m) to City Tavern, Flatiron Tavern, Galla Park Social, and Mikey's Late Night Slice, all within a short walk. It's also close to the Greater Columbus Convention Center and Short North District, both about a 5-minute walk away, and roughly 9.6km from John Glenn Columbus International Airport.
Neighborhood Character
Set in the Short North/Downtown corridor, the surroundings are walkable and dense with bars, restaurants, and boutique-style local businesses along North High Street. Nationwide Arena, Ohio State University, and Downtown Columbus are all within about a mile, putting entertainment, sports, and academic destinations within easy reach on foot or via short rideshare trips.
Best for
This property suits business travelers attending events at the nearby Convention Center, sports and concert-goers heading to Nationwide Arena, and groups or families needing multiple sleeping arrangements (king/queen beds plus air mattresses and a crib). Its walkability to High Street dining and bus stops also makes it a strong fit for travelers who want to explore Columbus without relying on a car.
Travel tips
Several bus stops are within a five-minute walk (as close as 140m), so using public transit or walking is often easier than driving in this dense, popular neighborhood. Street parking can be tight, especially for larger vehicles, so guests with SUVs or trucks should plan to arrive close to check-in time to secure a spot or expect a tighter parallel-parking situation. The airport is about a 10-minute drive/rideshare away, and major highways (I-71, I-670, I-315) provide easy access around the city.
What guests say
Guests generally rated their stay very positively, with the host praised for being responsive and easy to reach. A recurring concern noted by reviewers is the difficulty of finding street parking in this busy, central neighborhood, particularly for larger vehicles like SUVs, with arrival timing near check-in recommended to secure a spot. Aside from the parking challenge, feedback suggests the property reliably meets guest expectations for a central, convenient stay.
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