Memorable stay 5-mins from the beach! Perfect for couples, families, groups, fisherman and adventure seekers. Nearby to Lakeview Beach, boat ramps, marinas, restaurants, walleye fishing, Rockin' on The River, Tall Oaks, Black River Landing, pickleball courts, and Crocker Park. Located between Cleveland and Sandusky. Within walking of Lake Erie.35 minutes to Cedar Point! Great for beach vacations & fishing trips! Optional hot tub and game room. Scroll down for upgrade details.
Must be 21 to book.
The space
Firehouse 401 Airbnb was a working firehouse for over 100 years, originally designed as a “cottage-style” firehouse to blend into the residential neighborhood. In old firehouses the bunkroom was one large room so we chose to keep it that way to provide as authentic of an experience as possible.
Please know, even though the majority of the beds are upstairs in the large bunkroom, we still listed the property as a two bedroom, because the firehouse offers multiple semi-private sleeping areas. The upstairs bunkroom can be divided in two parts with a privacy curtain and divider. The living room also offers a very comfortable roll out sleeper sofa.
Sleeping options:
In the bunkroom there are:
2 Queen beds
1 Twin bed
1 Twin top bunk bed
1 Full lower bunk futon with memory foam top
1 smaller futon.
*Air mattress and 4" memory foam sleep pad
available upon request
On the 1st floor in the Living room there is an extra comfortable sleeper sofa with a memory foam mattress.
Firehouse 401 breathes new life into a bit of Lorain's past! Originally built in 1919, the structure served as a station for Lorain Fire Department's Hose Company 4 aka "Fighting Four's" for 100 years!
Firehouse 401 is located in a residential neighborhood, just a quick walk to Lake Erie and conveniently located halfway between Sandusky and Downtown Cleveland. Just steps away from Lakeview Beach, The Shipyards, Black River Landing, Downtown Lorain, The Ford Plant, Restaurants, Marinas, boat ramps and beautiful sunsets at Mile-Long Pier.
Firehouse 401 is available to be reserved as a vacation rental up to 12 and also available for special events (please see our listing for Phase 2 & inquire with details of your event prior to booking)
We are very family and fisherman friendly. There is ample parking onsite, both in front of and behind the building, plenty of space for boats and RV's. The main cabinet is well-stocked with plenty of games, toys and additional fun items like a karaoke machine and laser tag. We also offer kids dress-up items, play tents, and beach items. Baby gear is also available upon request. The original firehouse did not include a fireman pole, yet we added one for a fun photo opportunity. (Feel free to try the firefighter uniform on!)
The upstairs bedroom features two queen beds, an XL twin, a bottom bunk (full) and top (twin), sleeping 8. The sleeper sofa in the living room offers a bed for 2 more and alternative mattresses are also available for larger groups. Firehouse 401 is technically just a 1-bedroom, yet the downstairs sleeper couch and upstairs blackout curtain/room divider offer three different privacy options.
Large flat screen tv's are located throughout Firehouse 401 in the living room, kitchen and bedroom. It's a great place to watch a big game!
The kitchen is fully equipped for all your cooking need, offering a coffee bar. Laundry is onsite. The bathroom and shower are separate, ideal for larger groups. There is both a front and back porch, plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors. Have any questions? Feel free to reach out!
****The option of the firehouse bay/garage/Game Room can be added to your stay. The garage offers an additional restroom (in a hose tower-very cool!), exercise equipment and game options galore! There is also an option of a hot tub. If interested in these options please check out our other Airbnb Listing (copy and paste link) airbnb.com/h/firehouse401phase2
OR you can UPGRADE your stay from this listing.
PRICE DETAILS-
--GAME ROOM/Garage/Bay/Hose Tower Bathroom UPGRADE access can be added to with an additional charge of $50, up to 8 guests, each night. $75 for 9-16 guests each night of stay.
--HOT TUB Upgrade-available as an add-on feature for $25 more each night.
Guest access
Guests will have full access to both floors of the living quarters of the fire house.
The use of Firehouse 401 is only for you and the guests you register. All guests must be registered. If you wish to host a larger special event, please reach out to discuss with us prior to booking.
Other things to note
***The Game Room/Garage/Bay/Hose Tower Bathroom access can be added to your stay with an additional charge of $50, up to 8 guests, each night. $75 for 9-16 guests each night of stay. A hot tub is also available as an add-on feature for $25 more each night. The garage offers an additional bathroom and fun activities like bumper pool, poker table, corn hole, putt-putt, basketball hoop and other games galore. Please let us know if you would like to upgrade***
**We are also constantly upgrading Fire House 401 to make each stay better so it may look slightly different when you arrive compared to current Airbnb photos.**
Firehouse 401 breathes new life into a bit of Lorain's past! Originally built in 1919 the structure served as a station for Lorain Fire Department's Hose Company 4 aka "Fighting Four's" for 100 years!
In 2021 the firehouse was purchased by a retired firefighter and his wife, with the intent to restore the building to its former glory. In doing so, the building underwent a major transformation of the building's interior while leaving a handful of original aspects for charm. Historical Lorain Fire photos and memorabilia are displayed throughout the accommodation.
The newly named "Firehouse 401" welcomed guests for the first time in June 2022. It has since had visitors from all across the United States, in town enjoying a beach vacation, fishing trip, nearby wedding and/or Cedar Point trip. 99% of our guests have rated it a 5-star!
Regardless, it's guaranteed to be a special stay.
Must be 21 to book. No minors allowed without parents or legal guardian guardian.
