Cleveland, OH (CGF-Cuyahoga County) - 49 min drive
Cleveland, OH (BKL-Burke Lakefront) - 63 min drive
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
Mary's Diner - 9 min drive
Bb's Corner Carry Out - 10 min drive
Sportsterz Bar & Grill - 6 min walk
Eddie's Grill - 5 min walk
The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake - 4 min drive
About this property
The Ours at Geneva on the Lake
The Ours at Geneva on the Lake offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Erie. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Property amenities
What to do
On a private beach
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
No elevator (single level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Uncle Toms Cottages Hotel
Uncle Toms Cottages Geneva
Uncle Toms Cottages Hotel Geneva
Frequently asked questions
Does The Ours at Geneva on the Lake offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Ours at Geneva on the Lake does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Ours at Geneva on the Lake?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Ours at Geneva on the Lake?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ours at Geneva on the Lake?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Ours at Geneva on the Lake and nearby?
The Ours at Geneva on the Lake has a private beach.
What's the area around The Ours at Geneva on the Lake like?
The Ours at Geneva on the Lake is a short 1-minute walk from Lake Erie and 9 minutes' walk from Old Firehouse Winery.
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The Ours at Geneva on the Lake Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Water
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Shower
Restaurant
Stove
Bathroom
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Location
Private beach
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jun 15, 2025
Thank you very much for the great hospitality! We had a wonderful weekend!
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 4, 2025
I don’t know if we were or not, but we felt like the first people to ever stay in the cottage because it was so clean. The beds were really comfortable and the location was right on the strip with a bar and grill /music venue right across the street. The private beach area had a lot of drift wood, but was still a beautiful view.
Adriann
Adriann, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
Aug 3, 2025
the bed felt like i was sleeping on springs poking thru the bed linens cable tv was not working right bad internet connection used the shower ended up with water all over floor.
steve
steve, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 21, 2025
Did not have a coffee maker, hair dryer, or working TV. The listing said there was a kitchenette, there was not. Parking was a ways off so getting luggage to and from was challenging. No contact person if there is a problem. No lawn chairs. The bed was uncomfortable and mushy.
The air conditioner at least worked.
Carl
Carl, 2-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 5, 2025
Outside area unkept. No internet and AC in one bedroom our entire stay. Ryan said he would fix and never did. He got agitated when you called him.
People parked in our spaces that were not staying there. Called Ryan and he did nothing.
Someone with authority needs to be on site.
Ryan is in Nashville.
Misty and the girl from Chile were helpful, but Misty did not get internet fixed. 4 days without internet (cable and iPhones were useless.
Will never be back. Anyone asks us about staying there we will tell them to forget it.
Rooms were nice and clean. Recently renovated.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jun 16, 2025
The first unit we were given the toilet didn’t flush. Outlets on half the cabin didn’t work. The air conditioner keep shutting down. Moved us to another cottage. No handrails going up the stairs to 2nd floor. No waste cans in bathroom or downstairs. No electrical outlet in bathroom. Need to add a small table and chairs to sit at to eat.
Kim
Kim, 5-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 21, 2023
It was a nice stay!
Noopur
Noopur, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 2, 2023
Very nice and clean, right by the lake
Caleb
Caleb, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jun 29, 2025
I real issue is the bathroom. The shower has really low pressure so it takes longer to feel clean when you rinse and the toilet has difficulty flushing with enough suction. I had to throw water in the bowl using an empty trash can. I think I figured out you to push down and quickly yank the handle back up to get a real flush.
I appreciate the upgrade. I like having an AC in each room, a mini fridge and microwave, a nice sized smart tv mounted on the wall. The ability to pull the blinds down in every room for privacy.
Another issue that came up was while it was about 80 degrees outside, while the AC was going on Low Cool at 4 out of 7, the floor gets wet with condensation. It was the first time I’ve seen this happen so be careful of that.
My wife and I enjoyed being within walking distance of a nice variety of shops, attractions, bars, and restaurants. The people we met were friendly and mild mannered. Be careful of people with dogs they either can’t control well enough or neglect to pick up after.
That didn’t take away from our experience, people will be people.
Can’t wait to come back again soon to Geneva On the Lake.
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 15, 2023
Good location the rooms were filthy dirty
ERICA
ERICA, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 19, 2023
Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The people that manage the cottages were absolutely great and very kind. The cottage was very clean and whatever we needed they provided. We will definitely come back next year and I’m sure the year after that.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 20, 2023
The ladies were so pleasant and on top of it!!
From the moment I checked in, i felt relaxed and ready to unwind. The water was soothing! Great sunset too!
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 3, 2023
It is my go to when I visit, people are always friendly and kind but could deal with less cobwebs and the steps fixed and not cautioned taped up
Nikki
Nikki, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 22, 2023
Check in was fast and efficient. Patrick the on site manager was very polite and helpful. The only downside was the bathroom sink did clog and there wasn’t any plunger available for us to unclog it. I would stay again for sure.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 5, 2023
Very clean room, coffee pot needs replaced tho
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Oct 12, 2023
We didn't get a cottage but had a motel room next to the cottages so a little disappointed with how the property was advertised. The staff member that gave me the key was very helpful though and the property is 10 steps from Lake Erie so beautiful outside.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 24, 2023
This property was filthy. The person who checked us in was rude. The tv did not work. Absolutely horrible condition. We were not given the room that we booked.
MONICA
2/10 Terrible
Oct 22, 2023
The bugs were terrible, as soon as you opened the door they swarmed inside. Tv didn’t work. Dark sidewalks
Everett
Everett, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 17, 2023
I know its cheaper for lake-side but still...
We stayed on the motel side in a "junior suite" (room 7), sticky stuff dripped on the floor that was never cleaned, had to flip the futon mattress because there was several different kinds of crumbs all over it only to find sticky stuff on the other side, there was sand on the bed under the top sheets like it was never changed just remade, bathroom light didnt work, empty booze bottles on their private "beach", old broken toilet and junk thrown behind the buildings as youre walking towards the water..... i never leave reviews and we are pretty easy going but i dont recommend this place, obviously a good location but nothing more than that
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 27, 2023
Keep in mind the cottages where built 60 years ago. So be prepared for a nostalgic stay. The refrigerator and window A/C units are updated but the bathroom sink, shower and stove are original equipment..i.e I had to turn the gas valve on to use the stove. It had a coffee maker and toaster but no microwave. Some plates and silverware were provided but just one cup lol. The towels and bedding were clean. Bring extra kitchen and bath trash bags, drinking cups, napkings, toilet paper and your own grill. All in all, I would stay here again because it is walking distance to the stip and the only rental in GOTL with a private beach.
Stephen
Stephen, 4-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Sep 11, 2023
First they check us into the wrong room. Then make us switch rooms the next morning, the rooms were disgusting. I am used to camping and even the tent is cleaner than what we had. Cobwebs, hairballs, bugs everywhere, beds were not clean, looked like someone had already slept in them. The door lock wouldn't work so we had to leave it unlocked the whole time. The door didn't even latch.. you could just push it open. Gross.. all together! Oh and then we woke up Sunday morning to an infestation of bees in the bathroom!
Jennifer D
Jennifer D, 3-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 5, 2023
Recommendation to Hotels.com to remove this fro. Your listing. It was dirty, actual hole in the wall where you can see people walking on the street, stove would only work if you had a match or lighter which either of us smoke and has one so could not cook, furniture was stained and very worn, After taking a shower the water dripped into the kitchen right in front of the stove. Pots pans were gross and really no dish ware. Read previous review which whoever gave it an 8 not sure if they stayed the same place we did. Based on the review and having a working kitchen we accepted the nightly price was high we could not cook there so overspent for food purchases at restaurants and vendors. Cob webs and exposed wires. Just horrible and miserable stay.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 29, 2025
Dean
Dean, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 20, 2025
The parking is a challenge. There needs to be numbered spots for each cottage. There was also a shortage of hot water. Had to take 2 cold showers.