Shipwreck House (Crew Quarters)
Shipwreck House (Crew Quarters)
Cottage in Private Beach Community Near Cedar Point and Kalahari
Description
"FLY-IN READY" This is large space offering of Offshore Breeze offering located in Mitiwanga Beach . This out of the way but still near everything destination is ideal for large family gatherings. If your getaway will bring you to the Cedar Point, Kalahari, Sandusky area, then we welcome you. We've developed a reputation offering absolutely everything you might need. If you forgot it, we didn't. This is not bare bones, but has ample complements like your own home. The space Crew Quarters is part of Offshore Breeze — three spaces in the Mitiwanga community, a semi-private beach access subdivision nestled between the lakeside towns of Vermilion and Huron, Ohio. Every Offshore Breeze property is built around the same promise: a well-equipped, comfortable, clean, and safe space for making memories. Crew Quarters was designed specifically for the kind of trip that takes a whole year to plan — and becomes the story everyone tells for the next ten. Built for the Big Gathering Two dedicated bedrooms anchor the sleeping arrangements, and a third room offers real flexibility: set it up as a dining space for the whole crew, or deploy the full-size cabinet murphy bed and sleep another couple comfortably. When the murphy bed is stowed, that room transforms into a game space with seating for up to ten — and the shelving alongside it is stocked with games ready to fuel the kind of competitive evenings that become family legend. A half bath means morning chaos stays manageable. When you have multiple families moving toward a Cedar Point departure at the same time, that extra sink is worth its weight in gold. The living room opens onto a paved private patio in the back, stocked with a propane grill and enough privacy to feel like your own backyard. The sun porch runs along the front of the house with a large picture window pointed toward the beach — a natural gathering spot for coffee in the morning or winding down in the evening. No Running Out of Anything The whole house — all three units — was stripped to the studs and rebuilt to current standards. That renovation is how she earned her nickname: Shipwreck House. She's a brand new boat now. The on-demand hot water system means that no matter how many people are cycling through showers after a long beach day, nobody gets left with cold water. Full-size in-unit laundry handles everything a week of lake life throws at it — sandy towels, swimsuits, the works — so you can pack for a week without packing for two. The units were rebuilt with soundproofing throughout, so Crew Quarters feels like a fully separate, private space despite sharing a building. Fly-In Ready This is how we think about stocking these spaces: imagine landing at the airport with your luggage and nothing else. You shouldn't have to spend $100 at a grocery store replacing things you already own at home. Towels and blankets are here in real abundance. The kitchen is stocked with quality cookware, fine dishes, and high-end knives. Spices pack the cupboards, fresh herbs grow just outside the door, and condiments are kept stocked and fresh. The things you forgot are here too — not just shampoo and toothpaste, but toothbrushes, razors, hair ties, Q-tips, and more. Families with infants will find a pack-and-play ready to go. You bring what you plan to eat. We've handled the rest. The Beach and Beyond The beach is about 200 yards out — a community-exclusive stretch of all-sand shoreline shared by roughly 50 residents. There's a fire ring for evenings, fishing piers where yellow perch, white bass, and catfish are reliably biting, and a clear view across the bay to Cedar Point's coasters running in the distance. It's the kind of beach that rewards a full week, not just a weekend. Directly across the road you'll find tennis and pickleball courts, a basketball court, and a volleyball net — because family gatherings this size have a way of turning into tournaments. Cedar Point is about 15 minutes away via the scenic old back causeway. Cedar Point Sports Center is roughly 12 minutes out, Kalahari about 15. The towns of Vermilion and Huron both offer summer nightlife, great restaurants, and easy evenings within a short drive. Mitiwanga If you know it, you know. If you don't — you're about to. It's a one-of-a-kind stretch of the North Coast, and Crew Quarters was made to fill it with the people you love most. Guest access "Crew Quarters" is the largest and most spacious of the 3 units at "Shipwreck House". It has a front room with lots of windows for sitting. It has a paved patio in the back with an area that is great for grilling. The kitchen is fully capable. And as Guest you have access to all the amenities including the park with tennis/ pickleball courts and of course the beach. Your entrance is private and separate. from the little studio in the back. But some have rented the whole hose. The patio in the back can be easily adjoined. Other things to note This is our second house in the area. We have operated The Hibiscus House right down the street for six seasons, three on this platform. You can see our reviews and photos of our approach to hospitality by clicking either host profile, where you will find our listings. This house is the efforts of now two generations, born and raised here in Erie County. My father was a Marine and was stricken with Dementia 8 years ago. I walked with him on that last journey and was able to keep him comfortable at home until he passed in Dec. 2022. These rental units were his life's work and I saved them from being consumed by medical costs. Now, I am taking the reigns and paying him homage by offering a space for families and friends to make memories that bring them closer together and last a lifetime. Please note there is no room for parking a boat, there is an allowance for a small pet of 25#'s or less, but we will ask about the breed and size, and it comes with a pet fee. Mitiwanga is leashed dog-friendly, however, dogs are not permitted in the beach-front park. Some of our amenities require a wavier and a small rental fee that will be billed after the stay to make sure there was weather and time to use it. We try to cover as much as we can with photos and descriptions, but some things get missed. Please always feel free to ask.
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