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The Best Airbnb in Toledo, OH | Gas Lantern Cottage

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Today I am excited to take you through one of the most popular Airbnb listings in Toledo, OH – The Gas Lantern Cottage. This beauty is 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and within walking distance of downtown Sylvania.

If you drove by this house a few years ago, you would not even recognize it! The owners, Deb and Jeff Unverferth, have spent more than a year transforming this home into the prettiest home on the block! Jeff owns Unverferth Interiors, a well-known design firm in Toledo, and if you are familiar with his work, you will quickly be able to spot all of his signature features! Lucky for us, they are sharing it with everyone through the Airbnb platform.

If you are visiting the area, check out this fabulous Toledo Airbnb!


The Gas Lantern Cottage Renovation

Exterior Renovation

This Cape Cod-style home had great bones but needed a little personality to stand out.

Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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This Airbnb rental now feels balanced with new windows and a great front porch. When Jeff told me he was painting the house barn red with blue shutters, I couldn’t really picture it. After seeing the final result, I am obsessed! This house is eyecatching while still feeling traditional. The white fence in front completes the look of this beautiful home.

The Gas Lantern Cottage | Building Bluebird
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I love all of the details put into the exterior of this Airbnb. The gas lanterns, the windows, and the metal roof over the bay window.

The Gas Lantern Cottage | Building Bluebird
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Living Room

The original living room needed an update and more light.

Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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Jeff replaced the bay window (he reused this in the kitchen) and added four large windows to brighten up the room. The white-washed v-groove planks on the ceiling add to the charming, cottage feel of this home.

The Gas Lantern Cottage | Building Bluebird
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Towards the back of the house, Jeff opened up the wall into the kitchen and combined this with the dining room to create a large and functional kitchen space.

Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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The open living space flows perfectly with each designated area clear throughout the open room. I love the way the navy blue is woven throughout each room.

The Gas Lantern Cottage | Building Bluebird
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Kitchen Renovation

When the Unverferths bought this house, the dining room was dark and very small. The wood paneling and drop ceiling made the room feel dated.

Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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The first and most noticeable change that Jeff made, was that he moved the kitchen into the original dining room area. To make the room feel larger, he vaulted the ceiling and added a decorative window at the peak. He reused the bay window from the front and installed it over the sink.

Classic blue and white kitchen - the Gas Lantern Cottage | Building Bluebird
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The best Airbnb in Toledo, OH - the Gas Lantern Cottage | Building Bluebird
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Classic blue and white kitchen - the Gas Lantern Cottage | Building Bluebird
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Classic blue and white kitchen - the Gas Lantern Cottage | Building Bluebird
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Open-concept kitchen with navy and white accents | Building Bluebird #traditionalkitchen #capecodstyle #airbnb

Sunroom

The original sunroom was drafty and cold with no heat source.

Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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Jeff installed heating vents into the sunroom so that it could be enjoyed year-round. He replaced the sliding door with a set of beautiful french doors. This “porch” is now the perfect hang-out spot to have coffee in the morning or read a book.

Gorgeous sunroom at this Toledo, Ohio Airbnb | Building Bluebird #sunroom #capecodstyle #homerenovation
Gorgeous sunroom at this Toledo, Ohio Airbnb | Building Bluebird #sunroom #capecodstyle #homerenovation

Bedroom #1

Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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Each bedroom has a calming and inviting color palette and a big, cozy bed!

The Gas Lantern Cottage - Airbnb listing in Toledo, Ohio | Building Bluebird 
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The Gas Lantern Cottage - Airbnb listing in Toledo, Ohio | Building Bluebird 
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Bedroom #2

Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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The Gas Lantern Cottage - Airbnb listing in Toledo, Ohio | Building Bluebird 
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Bathroom Makeover

Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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The first-floor bathroom is now light, bright, and beautiful! Jeff added a skylight to the roof to add natural light to this windowless bathroom.

Renovated bathroom with skylight to add in natural light at this Toledo Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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Bedroom #3 / Upstairs

Beautiful transformation of this Cape Cod-style home on Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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The upstairs has been turned into a bunk room with a seating area and private bathroom.

Functional bunk room in the upstairs of this Toledo Airbnb | Building Bluebird
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The Gas Lantern Cottage - Toledo Airbnb listing | Building Bluebird 
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Big thanks to Deb and Jeff for allowing me to share their Toledo Airbnb rental property!


Modern traditional style at this gorgeous Airbnb | Building Bluebird #cottagedesign #homedesign #moderncottage #airbnb #capecodstyle #cottagecore