13412 Hawthorne Road NE, Thornville, OH 43076

Too cute not to take a peek! True cottage charm and easy lake-area living come together in this adorable 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offering over 1,000 sq. ft. of comfortable living space. Tucked into the Fairfield Beach community near Buckeye Lake and located on a quiet dead-end street with very little traffic, this home feels like a little escape of its own.

Whether you're looking for a full-time home, weekend getaway, or a place to slow down and enjoy lake life, this one is easy to fall for. Step outside and you'll quickly see why. Sitting on approximately 1/3 of an acre, the spacious fenced yard gives you plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors.

An above-ground pool, sizeable deck, dedicated grilling area and storage shed make summer days easy, while there's still plenty of green space for children or pets to play. When the air turns crisp, gather around the spacious fire pit area for those cool fall nights with friends and family.

It's outdoor living with that relaxed cottage feel everyone loves. Behind all that personality is an impressive list of thoughtful improvements. A Kinetico water system was installed in 2016; heating and A/C replaced in 2021; vinyl fencing completed in 2021 and 2025; and new windows, siding and exterior doors added in 2023.

New roofs followed in 2025, with new skylights and an upgraded electrical panel completed in 2026. You're also close to everything that makes the Buckeye Lake lifestyle so much fun, boating, local restaurants, recreation and those easygoing lake days we all wish lasted a little longer. Full-time home or weekend cottage, this little gem has the charm, updates and outdoor space already waiting for you. Come take a peek, you may just find your happy place near the lake!