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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Nelsonville, OH
  • Place, Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Stuart's Opera House
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hocking College
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation Cottage near Wayne National Forest ATV Trail Head, Hot Tub & more!

The Rider's Roost is nestled in the rolling hills of Southeast while still remaining close to nearby restaurants, shops, and local attractions. This vacation home boasts 3 comfortable bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large living space, and a spacious kitchen. Traveling is a breeze when you stay with us as the home is fully equipped with great amenities. Property offers an outdoor hot tub, fire pit, and great quality time. State Parks, lakes, canoe & kayaking, ziplining and so much more all located within a short distance from the property.
Hiking, off-highway vehicle riding, mountain biking, or horseback riding. The Riders Roost is located 5 miles from Nelsonville and Wayne National Forest. The State Park offers over thousands of acres to explore by hiking, off highway vehicle riding, mountain biking, or horseback riding. When in town, guests will want to visit Nelsonville’s Historic Square Arts District, Stuart’s Opera House, Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, or the Nelsonville Music Festival that is held every year at Hocking College. 15 miles from the cabin, guests will run into Lake Hope State Park located in Zaleski State Forest. Guests can enjoy some fine dining at Lake Hope Lodge or a day of picnicking and swimming with family and friends.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets by arrangement
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Latest check in is at 8:00 PM

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Nelsonville

Located in Nelsonville, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. Hocking Valley Scenic Railway and Stuart's Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Robbins Crossing Historical Village and Nelsonville Brick Park. Fun Barn and Logan Theater & Community Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Nelsonville, OH

What's nearby

  • Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Stuart's Opera House - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Rocky Factory Outlet Store - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Robbins Crossing Historical Village - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Hocking College - 9 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Los Mariachis - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Mine Tavern - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation Cottage near Wayne National Forest ATV Trail Head, Hot Tub & more! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vacation Cottage near Wayne National Forest ATV Trail Head, Hot Tub & more!?

As of 26 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vacation Cottage near Wayne National Forest ATV Trail Head, Hot Tub & more! on 11 June 2026 start from NZ$663, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Vacation Cottage near Wayne National Forest ATV Trail Head, Hot Tub & more!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation Cottage near Wayne National Forest ATV Trail Head, Hot Tub & more!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation Cottage near Wayne National Forest ATV Trail Head, Hot Tub & more!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation Cottage near Wayne National Forest ATV Trail Head, Hot Tub & more! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hocking Valley Scenic Railway and Starbrick Clay. OhioHealth and Stuart's Opera House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was clean, hot tub was so relaxing. Close to great restaurants and other things to do
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the location of our vacation rental and the amenities we have to offer. We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jamie G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ac had a hard time keeping up, but honestly most ac units would with a large place. Its understandable!. The hot tub was relaxing. The grill was dirty and there was mouse poop in drawers and food on the fridge handles. There was a dead mouse on a sticky pad outside a broken window and a broken door knob. Not complaining, just want to give a heads up for maybe the next guest in case they're a bit more picky. But overall it was a great much needed get away! The couches were super comfortable as well! And im in love with the layout of the place! Also, have a great day! Romans 1:18.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kamryn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was fully equiped for cooking. Nice size driveway and yard. Everything was clean. The heat distributed a little funky as the 2 downstairs bedrooms got a bit cold at night. Probably should add a note that there isn't any cell reception in the house (we had nothing on Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile). The wifi had good signal strength and was fairly fast and it was definitely our lifeline without reception :). Host had good communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2026
Thank you for staying with us at First Choice Lodging! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to host you again in the future for your next Hocking Hills adventure!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and comfortable

The location was quiet and comfortable, with plenty of space. Convenient location to Hocking Hills hiking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Lucy, thank you so much for leaving us a review on our Rider's Roost property. We are so happy the you and your guests enjoyed your stay with us. We enjoyed hosting you for your vacation and hope you choose to come back to the Hocking Hills region again soon! And of course, if you stay with us here at 1st Choice Lodging again, you’ll get a 10% discount!
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My girlfriend group of four stayed as we were participating in the Mammoth March. The home was a bit challenging to find and the cell service is spotty but it was indeed a relaxing refuge following a grueling 20 mile hike! They had a well appointed kitchen, lots of towels and the air conditioning worked nicely! The hot tub was absolutely a dream after the hike!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2025
Hi Catherine! Thank you for staying with us at our Rider's Roost. We're so glad you had a restful stay despite the intermittent cell service, and got to take advantage of the hot tub. I'm sure your muscles thanked you! Next time you and the girls need a place to lay your heads, we hope you pick us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No complaints!!

We had a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2025
Thank you for you review! We are so thrilled you had a wonderful stay at Rider's Roost! We appreciate the kind words and would love to be your host again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect quick getaway!

Was a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2023
Glad to hear you had a wonderful time at our Riders Roost location and look forward to your return soon! 1st Choice Lodging
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corbin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wayne National Forrest seclusion

Our stay was great! Super quiet, hot tub was awesome home is bigger than pictures portray!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the space available at Rider's Roost! Glad you had an awesome time with the hot tub and would love to have you stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riders Roost Getaway

Perfect place for rest and relaxation after hiking
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
Thank you for staying with 1st Choice Lodging! We hope to have you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property was just as described in listing!

We were very pleased with our stay. Close to atv trails, which was great for our family, but also close enough to explore hocking hills. Hot tub, and fire pit were both great. We would stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Thank you for choosing Riders Roost for your recent stay in the Hocking Hills and Wayne National Forest region of Southeast Ohio! We greatly appreciate you and your guests for selecting 1st Choice Cabin Rentals as your vacation rental destination. We are an independently family owned & operated business local to Nelsonville. Wayne National Forest, Hocking Hills, and Nelsonville stole our hearts. We have been avid outdoor lovers all our lives. We have been investing in Nelsonville since 2013 and we plan to keep helping grow the community for many years to come! We quickly fell in love with this quaint town and the people. We have grown up in nearby towns and attended Ohio University. This is not just a vacation rental destination for us, this is our home. Watching our town and home grow has been a beautiful experience. We cannot wait to watch what the future has in store. We hope that all our customers feel at home when they book a stay with us at 1st Choice Cabin Rentals. We hope you fall in love with Hocking Hills, Wayne National Forest, and the quaint town of Nelsonville just like we did! We hope you had a 5-star stay with us here at 1st Choice Cabin Rentals! We hope to have you and your guests back for a future getaway to the beautiful rolling hills of Southeast Ohio! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the house.

Would rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
We hope you do rent again Richard! Thank you for staying with us! - 1st Choice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

Perfect for a long weekend! Clean, lots of room, fully equipped kitchen, clean hottub! And pet friendly. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
Thank you for staying with us!! We hope to have you again!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nelsonville Music Festival

Very cozy house for 7 adults staying for the Nelsonville Music Festival. House was comfortable and as described with easy communication with owners. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
Thank you for staying with 1st choice lodging! We hope to have you and your guests again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House had everything

This place was great! Clean, big, plenty of space, hotub was clean, propane tank was full. We will probably be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2025
Thank you for your great review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the space and cleanliness of Rider's Roost. We would love to have you as a returning guest in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riders Roost

We enjoyed our stay at Riders Roost. Property was clean and had what we needed for our stay. We spent time exploring Hocking Hills State Park and were able to come back and relax after our hikes. Check in/ check out was easy and we were given suggestions for things to do and places to eat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
I am glad to hear you enjoyed the Hocking Hills area as well as the suggestions we provided. We look forward to hosting your next stay! 1st Choice Lodging
Verified

4/10 Poor

Xavier E.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Getaway

I was very disappointed when we got to the house. Previous conversation with the renter and they told us there was a pool on the property, that is the main reason I rented the house. My kiddos were super bummed. We made the best of it, but don't rent it thinking there is a pool, you will be very sadly disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Hi Sarah, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review on our Rider's Roost. We are deeply sorry about the confusion. We have been working to install a pool at this property and were hoping to have it done for the summer season, but due to the recent rain in the area, we have not been able to complete it. We hope you choose to visit the Hocking Hills region again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New year’s

Great house easy to get to and management was very accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2025
Thank you for a great review! We appreciate your words and our management team works hard to make sure any questions are answered in a timely manner! Hope to have you as a guest again at Rider's Roost!
Verified

4/10 Poor

SCOTT

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The house is awesome inside besides the sewer smell. I left 4 days early because of it. They wouldn't refund my days I didn't stay and now have a lawyer involved. Don't stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

We throughly enjoyed our stay here. Close drive to Hocking Hills and to Athens. We loved coming home each day to the awesome hot tub. House offers lots of room and was very clean with a well stocked kitchen. We walked a bit directly behind the house on what seemed to be an old ATV path and it was very pretty and serene.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
Sarah, thank you so much for sharing your stay with us! We really appreciate it! Please come back and see us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property right next to the woods

My partner and I are in our 60's, so having a nature spot to enjoy, a very nice hot tub, and an indoor whirlpool tub was quite therapeutic. Overall a peaceful weekend to pamper and recharge! Would recommend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
I am thrilled to hear you got to get away and relax, and enjoy the hot tub, and the scenery. I hope you get a chance to come back to the area again to recharge and enjoy the Hocking Hills area again soon! 1st Choice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house

Everything went well. House is nice. It all what I need. We enjoyed it. Will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Riders Roost! We hope to welcome you back anytime in the future! -1st Choice
Verified

8/10 Good

Regina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Enjoyed Riders Roost

Very roomy place. Enjoyed stay, even with the bad weather. Quiet location. Unfortunately no cell service and no land line, so you have to drive in town to communicate with property management. All the staff at Adventure Pro Outdoors were super nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2025
Thank you for a great review! We appreciate your feedback and are so glad you enjoyed the space / peacefulness of Rider's Roost. We hope you had a great stay and would love to be your host again in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Great trip!

For the price, this place is a steal! It was very clean, spacious, and had all of the things we were looking for. We had a great hike and enjoyed being outdoors the majority of our time. The only thing I would have liked better would be a contactless check in, instead of driving into town to sign in and get a key. All in all, this was the prefect two day getaway for the three of us and our two dogs!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
I am glad to hear you enjoyed the price and the space. We hope to see you back in the Hocking Hills area again soon! 1st Choice Lodging
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial getaway

We had a wonderful stay. The house was very clean, I did have to wash the frying pan before using, still had food on it from the previous tenants. I had forgot to bring spices, having a few basics in the cupboards would of been great. Other than that it was great stay, and woulddo it again..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2023
I am glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting your next stay in the Hocking Hills area again soon. 1st Choice Lodging
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franklin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Birthday weekend

The property was great. Very roomie. Cell phone is not good in the area. Had some ants on the counter close to the microwave and toaster. Rained off and on all weekend and had some car troubles. But overall God was with us and blessed us with a great time and made a new friend as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2023
I am glad to hear you enjoyed our Franklin vacation home. I am sorry to hear you had car trouble, that is never fun. We look forward to hosting your return to the area soon! 1st Choice-Carrie

About the host

Hosted by 1st Choice Lodging

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When you rent the Rider's Roost, you are renting a complete experience. We like to show our guests how much we appreciate them. Our guests receive a 10% discount on their next outdoor adventure at Adventure Pro Outdoors. Book a canoe, kayak, or tube rental along the scenic Hocking River or book a guided ATV/UTV tour on Wayne National Forest to experience Hocking Hills like never before.

Why they chose this property

Grab 8 of your closest friends or family because our Riders Roost Cabin is the perfect destination for you! This vacation rental cabin is situated off on a 1-acre property. For our ATV enthusiasts, the Monday Creek Trail Head is located only a 1/4 mile away for great for a day of trail riding at Wayne National Forest. This 3 bedroom 2 full bathroom cabin has all the amenities of home.

Take a 30 minute drive from your cabin to visit Old Man's Cave, Cedar Falls, Ash Cave, Rock House, Conkle's Hollow, or Rock Bridge located in Hocking Hills State Park. No matter the season, you and your guests won't be disappointed when visiting all the beauty Hocking Hills offers!

The Riders Roost is located 5 miles from Nelsonville and Wayne National Forest. The State Park offers over thousands of acres to explore by hiking, off-highway vehicle riding, mountain biking, or horseback riding. When in town, guests will want to visit Nelsonville's Historic Square Arts District, Stuart's Opera House, Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, or the Nelsonville Music Festival that is held every year at Hocking College. 15 miles from the cabin, guests will run into Lake Hope State Park located in Zaleski State Forest. Guests can enjoy some fine dining at Lake Hope Lodge or a day of picnicking and swimming with family and friends.

In Southeastern Ohio there is something for everyone to do! Cyclists can ride from Nelsonville to Athens Along the Adena bike path alongside the Hocking River; ATV enthusiasts can venture into Wayne National Forest for hundreds of riding trails; Parents and alumni can visit Ohio University; and our connoisseurs of nature MUST visit Old Man’s Cave, Conkle’s Hollow and Rock House located in the beautiful Hocking Hills, named as one of BuzzFeed's Stunning Under-the-Radar Destinations to Add to Your Bucket List.

Hocking Hills Cabin Rentals! We look forward to your stay in one of our vacation cabins hocking hills here in Hocking Hills, Ohio.

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