Whatever you're looking for you can find at Golden Moose Cottage. Come enjoy our peaceful country cottage in a wooded setting. Enjoy the beautiful view from the hot tub on a cool night, or sit under the stars with a glass of wine. Enjoy some family time with games and puzzles for all, or a private getaway for you and your special someone cuddling in front of the fire. Your getaway is waiting, start making memories at the Golden Moose.
Property manager
Trisha Bartley
Premier Host
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please register all guests
Please take extra care of your keys. Lost keys incur a replacement fee.
Please do your dishes before you leave.
Please take the trash out before you leave.
No illegal substances allowed on the premises.
Please take care of the furnishings. You have to pay for damages.
Please do not go in the basement. It is not available for guest use.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Nelsonville
Located in Nelsonville, this cottage is in a rural area. Rocky Factory Outlet Store and Court Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area. Hocking Valley Scenic Railway and Fun Barn are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nelsonville, OH
What's nearby
Hocking College - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
Fun Barn - 15 min drive - 14.5 km
Lake Hope State Park - 20 min drive - 12.5 km
Ohio University - 34 min drive - 32.1 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 12 min drive
Taco Bell - 12 min drive
Los Mariachis - 13 min drive
Mine - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Golden Moose Cottage with hot tub pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Golden Moose Cottage with hot tub?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Golden Moose Cottage with hot tub?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Golden Moose Cottage with hot tub located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and within 6 mi (10 km) of Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area and Robbins Crossing Historical Village. Hocking Valley Scenic Railway and Hocking College are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The owner was so nice, she was very accommodating to us!:) anything we needed, she was right there:) Its about a 30min drive to trails, which in my opinion, i didnt mind. Overall we had a great little visit!:)
Overall it was a wonderful stay. The hot tub was pretty cloudy, and the coffee pot was broken. They did however drop us off a new coffee pot the same day. Other than that we had no complaints.
Penny R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
6 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Away from the busyness of Logan
This was perfect area. The pictures need to be updated but just as a change of furniture and hot tub area. There are short ceilings throughout the house so if you are taller than 6’2” this may not be the place for you.It is a perfect place that has options for rainy days like pool, games, etc which is a huge plus
Property was beautiful and clean! Property management was easily accessible and timely! Our stay was amazing! Hot tub was my kids favorite, we had fun playing pool, and a couple nights having a fire making smores! Thank you for a wonderful vacation! We look forward to another stay in the future!
Location was great. Close to hocking hills and Athens. Property was as advertised in photos and clean.
Keith R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
2/10 Terrible
Kimberly P.
11 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Started right off when we arrived, the grass was tall. There was pet hair on the couch and beds. We had to go get new sheets and pillow cases at walmart to sleep on. We had to wipe down the couch. The coffee pot glass was broke on the bottom. The shower head needs replaced, sprays everywhere. We stayed Monday-Friday. They finally mowed the grass on Wednesday and we got to use the firepit Wednesday and Thursday night. This is by far the worst place we've stayed.
Horrible we booked 2 nights only stayed 1The Hot Tub was not clean. The chairs outside in bad shape very dirty. Had ants in kitchen. Floors were not level. The rest of the place was clean but, Very run down looking. we were not satisfied with our stay.
This cottage is our in the woods as expected. Had all the amenities i would want, plus extra. My very favorite though, was, at the end of the day of hiking we played hockinghillsopoly!
Quaint cottage with a nice location was easy to get to and from town. We have had a very stressful time the past 6 months abd found exactly what we needed here. The hottub
This property is awesome. We had a great time and everything we needed was right there! Will definitely bookmark this place and visit again. The owners were very quick to respond, beds were comfortable. It was perfect!
If i could rate it -5 stars i would. Do not stay at this home, mouse poop, black mold, awful smell. The house should be condemned and tore down. We left and did not stay. They did reimburse our money but no one should stay there for safety reasons. VRBO should ban this property.
Wonderful little getaway. Rustic, but with all the modern conveniences. After a day of hiking the trails of Hocking Hills, unwind by the campfire and relax in the hot tub!
Nice location, pretty secluded, but also close to the road. We enjoyed the hot tub, the fire pit, and the general relaxation of the area for the weekend. Thanks for having us!
This Little cottage had everything we needed to. Have a good weekend. There are tons of board games and cards, a pool table which my son loved, lots of places to play video games or watch TV, and the hot tub and fire pit area are so nice. The kitchen is well equipped to make dinners.