A restored 1909 Cape Cod in the heart of Chagrin Falls, hosted by a local family.
Walk to the village. Stay somewhere lovely.
The May House | Walk to Chagrin Falls + Hot Tub
Chagrin Falls, OH, United States
Welcome to The May House! A 1909 home in the heart of Chagrin Falls that pairs original character with modern comfort. Step out the front door and you're a short walk from Main Street: coffee from a local roaster, dinner at the village's best tables, the falls, and the kind of stroll that makes you wish you lived here. Come back to a covered patio, gas grill, and private hot tub. Small by design, finished with care, and a location you can't beat. We're a local family, and we'd love to host you.
Good to know
Step inside The May House and you'll find a 1909 Cape Cod renovated with genuine care, original character kept where it matters and modern comfort added everywhere it counts. Bright rooms, generous natural light, quality furnishings throughout. The home offers two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, comfortably sleeping four guests. One bedroom features a king bed, the other a queen, both dressed with quality bedding for a genuinely good night's sleep. With two full baths, nobody's waiting their turn in the morning. The living space centers on a comfortable sectional, an easy place to gather, stream a movie, or settle in with a book. Smart TVs and high-speed WiFi keep you connected if you need it. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances and cookware for everything from morning coffee to a full dinner together, including a Nespresso machine for espresso lovers and a standard drip coffee maker for everyone else. Central air conditioning and heating keep the home comfortable in every season. Out front, a porch swing invites you to slow down. Out back, a fully fenced private yard with covered seating, a new Weber gas grill ready for a backyard dinner, and the highlight, a Hot Springs salt water hot tub. The salt water system is gentler on skin than traditional chlorine, and there's no better way to end a day of exploring than a soak under the stars. Small by design, easy to settle into, and finished to a standard we're genuinely proud of. We affectionately call her "The May."
Other Details to Note
A few practical notes to help your stay go smoothly. The May House sits in a friendly residential neighborhood with close neighbors, so we ask that guests observe quiet hours between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM and treat the home and street with the same care you would your own. For security, there is a single exterior camera at the front of the home, monitoring the driveway and front entrance. There are no cameras inside the home, and none in the backyard, on the patio, or near the hot tub. Your privacy in those spaces is complete. The Hot Springs hot tub is tested and serviced regularly. We'll share simple guidance for safe use before you arrive. This is a historic 1909 home. It's been fully updated, but like all homes of its era it has a few charming quirks. We think they're part of its character. The May House is not pet-friendly, and is entirely smoke-free indoors and out. Trash and recycling are collected on Thursdays. Check-in is contactless via a smart lock, and we'll send your personal entry code before arrival. We're a local family and easy to reach throughout your stay. Never hesitate to message us.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Private living room
- Free street parking
Services
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Entertainment
- Sound system
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
The May House sits in the heart of Chagrin Falls, one of Northeast Ohio's most beloved villages, and the location is genuinely the headline. From the front door, it's a short, flat walk to Main Street, where you'll find independent shops, art galleries, a roster of excellent restaurants, coffee, ice cream, and the village's namesake waterfall tumbling right through the center of town. Few vacation rentals let you leave the car parked and simply walk to dinner. This is one of them. Riverside Park and the river paths are close by for a quiet morning stroll, and the Cleveland Metroparks' North and South Chagrin Reservations put miles of hiking and biking trails within easy reach. The Chagrin Valley is dotted with wineries and breweries, and the village calendar stays full year-round: summer concerts, the fall documentary film festival, holiday lighting, year-round arts and glassblowing at the Valley Art Center, and the long-running Blossom Time festival over Memorial Day weekend. When you want a bigger day out, downtown Cleveland is about 30 minutes away, with major-league sports, world-class museums, the orchestra, theaters, and the lakefront, close enough for an easy day trip with the calm of the village waiting when you return. Cleveland Hopkins airport is a similar drive. Chagrin Falls has a way of surprising people. Most guests arrive planning to use it as a base, and end up wishing they'd booked longer just to enjoy the village itself.
Guest Access
You'll have the entire home to yourselves, including the front porch and the fully fenced private backyard with its covered seating, grill, and hot tub. Off-street parking fits three vehicles in the driveway. Please refrain from parking on the street overnight in keeping with the neighborhood. Please note the basement is not part of the rental, as it's kept locked for owner storage. Everything you'll need for your stay is on the main living floors.
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Chagrin Falls, OH, United States
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