The Wayback|Private Peaceful Retreat Near Cleveland, Chagrin Falls & Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Orange

TWO STORY CUSTOM-RENOVATED, PEACEFUL RETREAT IN WOODED SURROUNDINGS with furnished porch & patio just minutes from Chagrin Falls, Downtown Cleveland, and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Affectionately dubbed "The Wayback", this home sleeps 6 with 2 private bedrooms, a living & work space on each floor, spa-like bath with endless hot water, fully equipped kitchen, heated slate floors, and many other upscale amenities. Near Pinecrest & ETON dining, shopping, day spas, fitness facilities and entertainment.

The covered side porch is perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or taking in the sunset. The large back patio provides a park-like atmosphere for outdoor dining and includes a master grill and slate dining table with market umbrella and seating for 6. Our cozy bedrooms have a queen size bed, dresser, full closet and wall mounted flat panel television. There is also room for 2-4 more in a semi-private common space with 2 full size daybeds; adjacent to the second bedroom. Luxury bath with separate water closet, full size vessel tub and large 4'x6' shower. Each floor has a desk/work area with and external monitor and desk lamp, and the upstairs workspace includes a laser printer. The full kitchen includes a 5 burner gas range, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, coffee & keurig machine, dining table for 6, butcher block countertops and all your cooking essentials. The entry/mudroom, houses a full size front loading washer and dryer, as well as an iron and ironing board for your convenience.

A multipurpose trail runs through the front of the property and throughout the neighborhood, including a direct, short 1 mile walk to Pinecrest's mixed use development with Whole Foods, REI, and a multitude of restaurant and boutique style shops.

Unbeatable Location in Orange Village, OH
1 mile to Pinecrest: Whole Foods, REI, Zen Nail Spa, Red Steakhouse, Kitchen Social, Free People & more
1 mile to Eton Chagrin Blvd: Apple, lululemon, Trader Joe’s, Starbucks, Tiffany & Co.
6 miles to Chagrin Falls: Waterfalls, shops, dining, and historic charm
9 miles to Sapphire Creek Winery and Gardens
10 Miles to Case Western University & University Circle
11 Miles to Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
15 miles to Cuyahoga Valley National Park: Top-visited national park with scenic trails and waterfalls
16–18 miles to Tremont & Ohio City: Breweries, art galleries, West Side Market, boutique restaurants, and the Christmas Story House
16 miles to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo: Boasting one of North America's largest primate collections
17 miles to Playhouse Square: The second largest performing arts center in the US.

Property Details

Sleeps 6 with 2 Private Bedrooms + Bonus Sleeping Area
2 private bedrooms each with a queen bed, full closet, dresser with mirror, and wall-mounted smart TV
Large closets with plenty of shelf, rod and floor space
Bonus sleeping area with two full-size custom built-in daybeds
High-speed WiFi and workstations on each floor with external monitors and a laser printer

Two Separate Living Spaces with Room to Relax and Recharge
The Wayback offers two distinct living areas—one on each floor—perfect for spreading out, entertaining, or enjoying quiet time.
Main Floor Living Area: A bright and airy space with a large leather sofa, cozy club chairs, TV, and versatile lighting—ideal for movie nights or unwinding after a day of exploring
Second Floor Lounge Area: Stylish and cozy with a plush sofa, accent chairs, and a smart TV, located next to the upstairs sleeping area. Perfect for guests seeking additional personal living space

Spa-Inspired Bathroom
Luxurious bathroom with large walk-in shower, vessel soaking tub, and separate water closet
Thermostat controlled heated slate floors
Tankless water system for endless hot water

Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
5-burner gas range, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, blender, toaster, etc.
Coffee maker, Keurig, butcher block countertops, and dining for 6
Fully stocked with cookware, dishes, cooking and baking essentials

Outdoor Living at Its Best
Covered, furnished side porch perfect for morning coffee or sunset views
Large back patio with slate dining table, seating for 6, gas grill, and beautiful wooded scenery
Direct access to the neighborhood multi-use trail, perfect for walking, jogging, or biking to nearby shopping and dining

Comfort & Convenience
Full-size front-loading washer & dryer, laundry soap, iron, and ironing board
Entry/mudroom ideal for guests with outdoor gear or families with kids

Additional Info
Quiet residential neighborhood– ideal for work, relaxing getaways or family stays (no parties or large gatherings)
ADA-certified service animals welcome
No smoking on the property; vaping permitted outdoors
Custom staircase has open railing—not suitable for unattended young children
Fully private guest house with shared driveway access
Please review all staircase photos. This is a custom built, architectural handrail. The majority of the staircase and second floor landing are open to the stairs and floor below, which may not be safe or a good fit for young children, especially if left unattended. For this reason, please use your own discretion when determining whether or not you feel this home is a good fit for you and your family prior to booking.

Location Details
Pinecrest Mixed Use Development
Take a leisurely stroll or short drive to the area's newest outdoor development to explore any of the many offerings. Home to REI, Woodhouse Spa, Zen Nail Spa, Madewell Clothing, Urban Outfitters, J. Crew, Sephora, Nike, Free People, Kitchen Social, Saucy Brew Works (Coffee/Beer/Pizza), Red Steakhouse, Sand Pebbles, Condado Tacos, Whole Foods, and many more.

ETON Chagrin Blvd
An beautiful indoor-outdoor shopping mall offering shopping, spas, nail salons, and a number of restaurants. You'll find retailers such as Apple, lululemon, Sur La Table, Anthropologie, Brooks Brothers, Tiffany, Barnes and Noble, as well as dozens of niche boutiques inside the mall.

Trader Joes - Positioned just west of ETON, sharing a parking lot

Starbucks - Positioned just South/Southwest of ETON/Trader Joes, sharing a parking lot

Picturesque Chagrin Falls
Incredible restaurants, amazing scenery, fantastic shopping and unique activities, far too many to mention here. You can easily spend an entire afternoon exploring and enjoying the city on foot.

Sapphire Creek Winery & Gardens
One of Cleveland's most exquisite wedding and event venues with fine dining available throughout the week.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park
One of the most sought after National Parks in the US ranking in the top 10 and receiving more visitors each year than Glacier National Park! Who knew?!

Tremont, Ohio
Cleveland's trendy, historic neighborhood showcasing some incredible local talent with a number of art galleries, boutiques, award-winning restaurants, craft coffee shops & cocktail bars and the original Christmas Story House. If you need recommendations after booking, just ask. I have plenty!

Ohio City
Home of Cleveland's West Side Market, the very historic (and very haunted) Franklin Castle, Pins Mechanical (where you can play just about any pinball machine ever made) and Great Lakes Brewing Company, our very own and nationally recognized brew masters.