Summertime in Ohio is the best time in Ohio. There’s nothing better than taking some time off work to lounge by the lake or spend a weekend away. (Be sure to check out this list of waterfront getaways.) South Beach Resort in Marblehead is a picturesque oasis that makes an excellent summer getaway for families looking to have plenty of fun in the sun.

Here’s why this beautiful beachfront lodge belongs on your summer bucket list:

Welcome to South Beach Resort, a little slice of paradise hiding in Ohio along the shores of the beautiful Lake Erie, overlooking Sandusky Bay.

South Beach Resort Hotel Cottages & Marina/Facebook Address: 8620 East Bayshore Road, Marblehead, OH, 43440

With a 4-story hotel and several cottages, there are plenty of overnight options to choose from. The hotel features Family Suites, King Balcony Lakeside Rooms, Queen Balcony Lakeside Rooms and Courtyard Queen Rooms.

South Beach Resort Hotel Cottages & Marina/Facebook Rates start at $116 per night, depending on which option you choose. For more information about hotel rooms, click here.

The entire resort covers 8.5 acres and features several outdoor activities, including a private sandy beach.

South Beach Resort Hotel Cottages & Marina/Facebook There are several lake activities to partake in here, such as fishing at the marina, paddle boarding and sand volleyball.

Many of the private cottages are nestled right next to the water. You can rent Cape Cod Style Homes, Villas and Cottages.

South Beach Resort Hotel Cottages & Marina/Facebook For more information about the cottage options, click here.

If you’d rather not swim in the lake, there are 3 private pools at the resort with plenty of lounge chairs and fun in the sun for the kids.

South Beach Resort Hotel Cottages & Marina/Facebook There’s even a massive pirate ship for the kids to play on!

Of course, there’s plenty to do outside of the water, including playground equipment, tennis courts, basketball, shuffleboard, badminton and more.

South Beach Resort Hotel Cottages & Marina/Facebook There’s even a nightly bonfire, weather permitting.

As an added bonus, there are plenty of swings, benches and even gazebos for lounging and taking in the view.

South Beach Resort Hotel Cottages & Marina/Facebook (Can you picture yourself here yet?)

Have you ever stayed at South Beach Resort before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

South Beach Resort Hotel Cottages & Marina/Facebook

Address: 8620 East Bayshore Road, Marblehead, OH, 43440

Rates start at $116 per night, depending on which option you choose. For more information about hotel rooms, click here.

There are several lake activities to partake in here, such as fishing at the marina, paddle boarding and sand volleyball.

For more information about the cottage options, click here.

There’s even a massive pirate ship for the kids to play on!

There’s even a nightly bonfire, weather permitting.

(Can you picture yourself here yet?)

For more beautiful lakefront getaways in Ohio, check out our previous article: 8 Waterfront Getaways In Ohio That Are Picture Perfect For Your Next Weekend Away.

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