Bill Murray - Private Barcade and Outdoor Lounge - OSU /Clintonville /CrewStadium
Overview
The Bill Murray is a private, whole-home vacation rental in the University District of Columbus, Ohio, close to OSU, Clintonville, and Crew Stadium. Rather than a traditional hotel, it operates as a themed, amenity-packed house available for guests to book in full, with the host billing it as a private barcade and outdoor lounge experience.
Rooms & Interiors
The home has two bedrooms and one full bathroom, each bedroom featuring an adjustable, smart bed with a memory foam mattress and a smart TV loaded with streaming access and complimentary Sling TV. Interior decor leans on stone walls, granite finishes, jetted showers, and Murray-themed art, giving the space a distinctive, non-generic character. A convertible sofa bed in the living room can sleep a third group, ideal for larger parties, though guests are asked to give notice so it can be freshly made up.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site recreation includes an indoor arcade, a game system, laser projectors, and a pool table, alongside a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, an ironing board, and smoke-free interiors. The fenced-in (6 ft) backyard has an outdoor grill, patio seating, and an egg swing chair, and the property is pet-friendly. Guests can access the whole house except for an unfinished basement and a second-floor storage closet.
Parking & Practical Notes
Off-street parking accommodates up to four cars (two in front/beside the house, two more in the backyard by unchaining the fence), with free on-street parking also available nearby. Check-in is at 4 PM or later and check-out is at 11 AM. Two exterior Ring cameras monitor the front and back yards to discourage parties, though they do not capture any interior views.
Location & Surroundings
The house sits in the University District, about 5 minutes from OSU and downtown Columbus and roughly 10 minutes from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (9.4 km away). Multiple bus stops are within a short walk, including Summit St & E Maynard Ave just 169 meters away. Nearby attractions include the Ohio State Fairgrounds and Ohio Expo Center, COSI, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, and shopping destinations like Easton Town Center and Polaris Fashion Place.
Best for
This property suits groups of friends or families wanting a self-contained, entertainment-heavy stay, thanks to its in-house arcade, pool table, projectors, and fenced backyard grill area. It's also a strong fit for OSU game-day visitors or Crew Stadium attendees given its 5-minute proximity to OSU/downtown, and for pet owners thanks to its pet-friendly policy and fenced yard.
Travel tips
Book with an eye on check-in (4 PM or later) and check-out (11 AM) timing, and note that stays of a week or more receive a 15% discount. Several bus stops are within a few hundred meters, including one just 169 meters away, making car-free trips into central Columbus feasible, while the airport is about a 10-minute drive. If bringing a larger group, arrange in advance to use the convertible sofa bed so fresh linens are ready.
What guests say
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