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Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper

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A boat with a covered deck area, metal railings, and a rope tied to a pole. - Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper (Port Clinton)
A living room with a grey sofa, a television on a wooden stand, and a large window with blinds. - Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper (Port Clinton)
A kitchen with a sink, a window with blinds, and various kitchen items on the counter. - Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper (Port Clinton)
A compact living area with a sofa, a TV, and a wooden cabinet. - Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper (Port Clinton)
A room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside. - Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper (Port Clinton)
Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper

  • Gate Keeper is a houseboat with tons of charm! Wake up to the sounds of the water and go to bed watching an amazing sunset!
    New for 2024 and named after our favorite ride st Cedar Point!

    The outdoor space of this boat is great! The large front deck has chairs to relax in. The upper deck has patio furniture, perfect to enjoy the evening views.
    (Furniture is subject to change as we have lost several pieces over the years due to weather)

    Inside you will find a king size bed, kitchen area with fridge/microwave and kcup coffee maker.

    The front living area has a futon that can double as additional sleeping area.

    While there is a bathroom on the boat, we ask this is used sparingly as the systems are sensitive. We have a BRAND NEW bathhouse that was built at our dock. There are three full bathrooms with regular size showers, toilets and sinks. Just steps away from the boat. (2023)

    You will love being able to walk to the beach and having Downtown Port Clinton activities within minutes. Restaurants, bars, live music, festivals, farmers markets, art shows and more! If you have a boat/jet skis/kayak this is the paradise for you. Please let us know if you would like to bring it, we have dock spaces available. There is access to Lake Erie and the Portage River directly from the marina. The Sandusky Bay is only a few minutes’ drive, as well as Cedar Point. The Jet Express is a couple minutes down the road, and you can be to Put N Bay or Kelley’s Island quickly!

    Reminder, this is a boat on the water, in a marina. There are other houseboats and personal boats in the marina. The boats do not move from the dock, but simply camping on the water! Depending on the weather, there can be movement. There can also be different kinds of wildlife and bugs. This is similar to camping, but on the water! Spiders, Flies, Mayflies, Nats, etc are all creatures of the water areas. We do spray and clean for these, but want to make you aware that you may see them. We do our best to keep you comfortable! Please let us know if there is anything we can do while you are with us.

    Our boats are aluminum and with fluctuating weather conditions they sweat continuously which can cause a musty odor and may not be the ideal stay for someone with asthma or allergies. Bugs disclaimer: There is no refund.

    There can be different kinds of wildlife and bugs. If you are afraid of flying or crawling bugs this is not for you. This is similar to camping, but on the water...Glamping on a BOAT! Spiders, flies, mayflies, gnats, seagulls, cranes, etc are all creatures of the water areas. We do spray and clean for these but want to make you aware that you may see them.
    We do our best to keep you comfortable!

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About the area

Port Clinton is home to this houseboat. East Harbor State Park and Catawba Island State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Island Adventures Family Fun Center and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark. Sportsmen's Migratory Bird Center and Perry's Cave are also worth visiting. Visit our Port Clinton travel guide
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Port Clinton, OH

What's nearby

  • A waterfront with colorful houses on stilts, a dock, and an American flag.
    Fisherman's Wharf
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • A lighthouse with a green door and a red bow on top.
    Waterworks Park
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • A giraffe with a carrot in its mouth.
    African Safari Wildlife Park
    9 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Two people on a blue inflatable raft on a frozen body of water with a distant shoreline and buildings.
    Catawba Island State Park
    15 min drive - 16.3 km
  • A coastal amusement park with roller coasters and a Ferris wheel.
    Cedar Point
    30 min drive - 42.3 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station
    23 min drive
  • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Jolly Roger's Seafood House
    4 min drive
  • Three Legged Dog
    2 min drive
  • Ala Carte Cafe
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper located?

Situated in Port Clinton, this houseboat is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Erie, Jet Express and Fisherman's Wharf. Waterworks Park and Port Clinton Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Wake up on the Lake! … Gate Keeper Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a fun change of pace from a typical hotel. Was warm and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Started rough ended very well. Outside had not been cleaned for along time. Went to store got raid for spiders. Swept and sprayed before unloading. Was expecting to see some propably killed 100. Inside was clean. No water in bathroom and kitchen sink. Was told minimal water usage not that there wasn’t any. Bath house was very clean. Over all it wasn’t bad. It was a new glamping experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! I had a wonderful time. A friend joined me for a day, but when I say, "do it alone". Do it alone. I felt very safe. Everyone in town and the adjoining towns were so pleasant. Crows nest was my #1 for food. Village creamery was dessert. Be sure to stop at the great lakes popcorn factory with 30 flavors. The marblehead lighthouse and the confederate cemetery were nice to visit. I 100% recommend Joshua and his house boats!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet getaway! Unique experience. The house boat was clean and the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026