Located in New Plymouth, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. Paul A. Johnson Pencil Sharpener Museum and Hocking Valley Scenic Railway are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hocking House and Bowen House Cultural Arts and Education Center. Adventure Golf at Rempel's Grove and Logan Theater & Community Arts Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
Wayne National Forest Athens Unit - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Hocking Hills State Park - 19 min drive - 21.5 km
Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center - 19 min drive - 21.7 km
Old Man's Cave - 28 min drive - 24.9 km
Ohio University - 37 min drive - 52.5 km
Restaurants
Capt Ron’s Pirate Pizza - 21 min drive
Hug A Mug - 22 min drive
Owl's Nest - 10 min drive
Camp Bar - 21 min drive
Drunken Billy Goat Karaoke Bar - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Boondocks Bungalow | Hocking Hills, 18 Acres, Pond pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Boondocks Bungalow | Hocking Hills, 18 Acres, Pond?
As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boondocks Bungalow | Hocking Hills, 18 Acres, Pond on 9 March 2027 start from NZ$858, 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 Boondocks Bungalow | Hocking Hills, 18 Acres, Pond?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Boondocks Bungalow | Hocking Hills, 18 Acres, Pond?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Boondocks Bungalow | Hocking Hills, 18 Acres, Pond?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Boondocks Bungalow | Hocking Hills, 18 Acres, Pond located?
Located in the heart of New Plymouth, this cottage is steps from Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and within 9 mi (15 km) of Stone Valley Ranch and Ohio Operating Engineers Logan Training Center. R Adventure Park and Lake Hope State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re glad you enjoyed the peaceful setting and had a great stay. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Clemons
12 August 2026
The most perfect weekend!!
Everything was perfect!!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had the most perfect weekend and that everything was perfect. We’d love to welcome you back again!
The property was beautiful and cleanly. It certainly was an overall good experience for me and my friends to celebrate my 21st birthday. the rooms were a decent size and fit for a 10 person stay. Overall it was an incredible experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you chose to celebrate such a special occasion with us. We truly appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back again!
The amenities were great, the pond, hot tub all in all a great family experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 December 2025
Thank you for staying with us, Ben! We’re glad your family enjoyed the amenities, pond, and hot tub—it’s great to hear you had a memorable experience. We appreciate you choosing Book Hocking and hope to welcome you back again soon!
This was the perfect bday spot for just relaxing. Fishing at the pond in the morning, then hiking and the hot tub at night. This would be a great spot for a family trip as well. Will definitely come back and bring the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad you were able to relax and enjoy everything the property has to offer, from the pond to the hiking and hot tub.
We’d love to host you again, and it sounds like a family trip would be perfect next time!
Very secluded and private which is awesome. Clean accommodations, mostly everything we needed we had provided. Plenty of space, 2 fire pits outside, nice big porch up front with seating and plenty of places to sleep. Will revisit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Thank you, Garrett! We're glad you enjoyed the privacy, space, and outdoor amenities. We appreciate your review and look forward to welcoming you back for another stay!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lori
11 March 2026
This was our 6th stay and it was great!
We enjoy the cozy home, the peace and quite. The property is lovely and the stars put on a great show from the hot tub. We will be back again
Perfect getaway for Thanksgiving! we loved the fishing pond and took a ton of pictures of the outdoors while on the property and at Old Mans Cave. Would love to come back for Spring break.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2025
Thanks, Robert! It’s always such a pleasure hosting kind guests like you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Brenda T.
25 August 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Rained almost the whole time so we didn't get to enjoy the outdoors much, couldn't go hiking through the woods because all the paths were covered in grass and high weeds, and all the rooms were smaller than they look on line. It's a cute little place but it's not made for large group who has to stay inside because of rain
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry the weather limited your ability to enjoy the outdoors and understand how that can be especially challenging for a larger group. The owners have been actively working throughout the month to improve the outdoor areas and address the overgrown paths. We appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention.
We had a wonderful quick stay at this property in Hocking Hills. The pond on site was a real highlight, we spent time fishing right from the property, which made for a relaxing addition to the trip. The home itself had plenty of space for us, and it never felt cramped even with everyone coming and going between activities.The location was quiet and peaceful, perfect for unwinding after a day out exploring the area's sights, hiking trails, and kayaking. Hocking Hills has so much natural beauty nearby, and having a home base like this made it easy to get out and explore while still having a comfortable, low key place to return to.Overall, a great spot for anyone looking to combine some outdoor adventure with a relaxing home away from home. We'd definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your time in Hocking Hills and that you were able to make the most of the pond and all the nearby outdoor adventures. It was our pleasure to host you, and we'd be delighted to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway in the future!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Henry
11 June 2026
It was a blessing to gather together for our annual fishing trip.
The pond was a gift after a day of fishing to fish a bit more. We enjoyed fishing Lake Hope, Dow Lake, Logan Lake, and the Hocking river. This location provided us a central means of travel; 30 minutes or less. The grounds were well groomed, the house clean, and a surprise visit from a raccoon as we sat around the fire-stand at night gave us something to talk about. We all enjoyed the house and the location.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad our property could be part of your annual fishing trip and that you enjoyed the pond, convenient location, and peaceful setting. It sounds like the raccoon made for a memorable campfire story as well! We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome your group back for many fishing trips to come.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ben
3 April 2025
Has everything you need to have a great time with your kids and grandkids without going out to oth.
Very peaceful and relaxing and close to anything you want to do in Hocking Hills.
My husband and I came here for a long weekend to escape how busy life can get and just relax. This was the perfect place for that. Morning coffee by the pond, breakfast on the patio, the hot tub after a long hike, and a fire to end the night. We also loved the arcade games in the basement getting to channel our inner child. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2026
Thank you so much, Bailey! 😊 We’re so happy to hear you had such a relaxing getaway morning coffee by the pond, time on the patio, the hot tub, and the fire all sound perfect! We love that you also enjoyed the arcade games. It means a lot that you’d consider coming back, and we’d be thrilled to host you again anytime!
We needed to buy toilet paper because there were seven men. The pond provided a relaxing opportunity too fish. The evening visit from a raccoon was a surprise. We were there to fish; Lake Hope, Dow Lake, Logan Lake, and the Hocking River. All were within 30 minutes away. We will visit there again. Many blessings
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Thank you for staying with us! We're so glad your group had a memorable stay and appreciate you choosing us for your getaway. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
We tduly enjoyed our stay and the property was great! Thank you!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2026
Thank you, Diana! 😊 We’re so happy you enjoyed the property and had a great stay. We’d love to welcome you back again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sara
10 August 2025
Home away from home
We all loved our stay! Kids and adults included. Cost and let’s to do and see
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tressa
11 September 2024
Wonderful place for family gathering
This house has it all. From the pond, fire pit and the amazing game room there is something for everyone. We loved the spacious porch with swing and large table. I would highly recommend this cabin. It had a very well stocked kitchen and the hosts thought of everything.
Nice home in a secluded area. The pond with a dock is an added bonus. Also loved having a game room in the basement. Very clean with most supplies you would need.
Place was just ok. Kitchen is severely under supplied with pots/pans and no basic spices, oil or sugar. No Kleenex. Basement doesn’t have lights to get into the basement bedroom. No video games as pictured. House is extremely remote without cell phone service and no gas station or grocery store for at least 20 mins drive away. We felt we overpaid for the Memorial Day weekend for what we got.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
Thank you for your feedback, Jacqueline.
We're sorry to hear that your stay did not fully meet your expectations. We appreciate you taking the time to share your comments regarding the kitchen supplies, basement lighting, and listing amenities. Our team will review these items as we continue to improve the guest experience.
Thank you for staying with us, and we wish you safe travels.
The place could’ve been a little cleaner. It doesn’t look like the cleaning company mopped any of the living room or dining room room. The basement room carpet didn’t look like it had been vacuumed. There was dust all over the bathroom, vanity cabinet doors and the bathroom closet door.The coffee cups three out of the five had chips in them around the drinking surface.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2026
Thank you, Amy! We truly appreciate your feedback. We’ll be addressing this with our cleaning team to ensure improvements are made. We’re glad you stayed with us and hope to have the opportunity to host you again for a better experience.
The property was very clean, beautiful and very peaceful. Everything we could have hoped for. Communication with the host was excellent. Any questions or concerns were answered quickly. The only regret we had was that we didn't stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review, Tami! We’re so glad you had a comfortable and relaxing stay. We’d love to have you back for a longer visit next time!