Your "home away from home" retreat awaits in Celina, Ohio. Our 790 sq ft cottage directly on the lakes edge is perfect for romantic getaways, small families or friends that really like each other! You're sure to make fantastic memories with a stay here at Al's Place!

This 2-bedroom cottage features a queen bed, twin bed, and a full bed, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. With amenities including an equipped kitchen, AC, heat, Wi-Fi, and a washer/dryer, your stay will be stress-free; a hotel like stay in comfort with the feel and privacy of being in a home. Relax in this quaint, 106-year-old lake side cabin after a day of exploring the area or fishing. Wake to lake views from either bedroom, then enjoy your morning drink of choice on the deck!

With the autumn temperatures, we’ve pulled the seasonal fishing pier for winter safety. There is still an opportunity to drop in a line from the deck and spend time fishing till the water freezes. You can cast from the deck over the shore rocks, just dress warm for the temps during your stay!

During the warmer months, we encourage you to bring your kayaks or paddleboards and go exploring right off the back yard! It is a wonderful place for watching the wildlife as a variety of birds fill the area, including the graceful American White Pelicans, Bald Eagles and Great Blue Heron.

We don't believe in a long check out list of things to do and encourage you to book your grand lake side escape today to enjoy some fresh air and water side views soon!

We have been adding updates and special touches at Al's Place and are continuing to improve this charming, little, old home with a unique floor plan right on the lake. We are in the processes of painting the outside of the home this season! Last winter we painted and put new caulk in the bathroom. Plus, in the large bedroom we have painted, added bigger windows for an enhanced view and fresh air breezes, along with all new flooring! Guests love it and we hope you have a wonderful getaway in our lakeside town during your stay with us, too.

Nearby Attractions:
- Winery at Versailles
- Eldora Speedway
- Armstrong Air & Space Museum
- Caddy's Bistro & Golf Lounge
- Moeller Brew Barn, a microbrewery in Maria Stein
- Tailspin Brewery, a microbrewery in Coldwater
- Mercer County Elks Golf Course
- Lakefield Airport
- Lake City Creamery, ice cream and coffee
- Rush Sports Complex, a 65,000 square foot building with an indoor golf simulator lounge & bar, indoor basketball, volleyball & pickleball courts plus full indoor turf fields (soccer, football, baseball/softball) - open to the public
- Helton Lodge Boat Rental which has boat, jet ski, bicycle, paddle boat, kayak, canoe, golf cart and fishing pole rentals
- Walmart
- Sunset Beach
- Grand Lake St. Marys State Park
- Harbor Point State Park
- Northmoor Golf Course
- Celina Coldwater Bikeway
- Celina Farmers Market on Saturday Mornings
- Views of Grand Lake St. Marys
- The lake is known for a variety of fish, including walleye, bass, perch, crappie, bluegill, and catfish
- Birdwatchers delight because the lake is along the migration routes for a wide variety of birds, including egrets, loons, osprey, herons, swans, pelicans, ducks, geese, and bald eagles
- Celina Parks & Recreation System, made up of 5 parks with a total of over 124 acres to accommodate: shelter houses, boat docks, playgrounds, a skate park, bike and walking trails, sports fields, restrooms facilities and more

Restaurants - Just to Name a few:

-202 Tavern
-Double Barrel
-The Anchor
-Brew Nation
-Boardwalk Grill
-Sidecar Martinis on Main
-Speakeasy Steak & Ale
-Loaded Barrel

Nearby Coffee/Breakfast Spots:
-Hazelnut Coffeehouse
-Winans Chocolates & Coffees
-The Bay - welcoming with a great lake view
-The Fountain - iconic small-town diner and favorite

Please understand that this property is on the lake which means applicable wildlife live in the area, including mayfly, spiders, stink bugs, mosquitos and lady bugs. We do use ecofriendly deterrents, but they do take advantage of open doors and enter anyways. We do not provide refunds for bugs unless a professional pest control exterminator determines there to be an inside infestation. We try to understand that our local birdlife needs these critters for their survival.

Fresh air is the best air, and we do our best for all our guests. This is a smoke/vape free property, both inside and outside. We ask that you to take a walk off the property to public property when you participate in this activity. Additional cleaning fees will be imposed on you when additional efforts are necessary to prepare for next guest due to smoking of any kind, including vaping, e-cigarettes.

Other details:
- Great for remote work
- Extended stay discounts
- Perfect spot to stay for Grand Lake Brews-N-Vines trail, the Celina Lake Festival and events at the Mercer County Fairgrounds
- Close to 5 breweries and 4 wineries on Grand Lake Brews-N-Vines trail

We don't believe in a long check out list of things to do after your hotel like stay in our home away from home and encourage you to book your grand lake side escape for enjoying some fresh air and water side views today!