Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Laurelville, OH
Hocking Hills State Park
Place, Hocking Hills State Park
2 min drive
Rock House at Hocking Hills State Park
Place, Rock House at Hocking Hills State Park
2 min drive
Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve
Place, Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve
11 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
The Double Queens
2 Queen Beds
The Single Queen
1 Queen Bed
The Twins
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Main Floor - Full Bath 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Main Floor - Half Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Main Floor - Retreat Green Full Bath
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bath
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs - Hall Bath
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Hillside Retreat-Hot Tub · Game Room · Sleeps 12 - 4BD/5BA - 2 min to Rock House
Looking for a place where everyone: the kids, the hot tub soakers, the hikers, board game players and table tennis masters and the ones who just want to sit by a fire — actually have a great time? Guess you just found it.
Hillside Retreat is a spacious, upscale 4-bedroom, 5-bathroom home tucked into the wooded hills of Laurelville — right in the heart of Hocking Hills. Thoughtfully designed for groups of up to 12, it gives everyone room to gather and room to disappear. The result? Real memories, zero friction.
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WHAT YOU'RE WALKING INTO
The moment you pull up (and you can bring up to 6 vehicles), the stress of the drive is already fading. Step inside and you'll find an open-concept main floor built around a massive kitchen and a dining table that fits all 12 of you. The gas fireplace is lit, the hot tub is hot, and someone's already claimed the one of the sectionals.
* Hot Tub — Top-rated by guests. Soak under Ohio stars after a day on the trails. * Game Room (New for 2026) — Pool table, ping pong, cornhole. Enough said. * Gas Fireplace + Fire Pit — Two ways to end a perfect evening. * Chef's Kitchen — Fully stocked. Pots, pans, plates, prep tools — everything for real meals. * Two Living Areas + Loft — The football crew doesn't have to fight the card players. Everyone wins. * 65"/55" Roku TVs throughout — Easy guest-mode login. No fumbling with passwords. * High-Speed WiFi — For those who need it and those who forget to use it. * Gas Grill — Because someone always wants to grill.
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THE BEDROOMS
Four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and a half bath. No waiting. No sharing. No drama.
The King Suite — King bed, private sitting room with full-size sleeper sofa (sleeps 4), en-suite bathroom with soaking tub. The obvious choice for whoever planned the trip. Dueling Queens — Two queen beds, walk-in closet, private vanity with sink. Ideal for sharing without actually sharing. The Queen — One queen bed, walk-in closet. Quiet and cozy. The Twins — Two twin beds. Perfect for the kids or the lightest packers.
Every room comes stocked with extra blankets, hangers, box fans, and space heaters — because we've thought about it.
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HOCKING HILLS IS OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR
This isn't "near Hocking Hills." This is in it.
Rock House Trailhead — 1.8 miles (2 min drive) Conkle's Hollow — 7.1 miles (10 min) Airplane Rock — 7.3 miles (11 min) Chapel Cave — 7.8 miles (12 min) Old Man's Cave — 9.8 miles (15 min)
Ask us for our local guide — vetted restaurants, canoeing, horseback riding, zip lining, and the nearest Walmart (13 min, for the essentials you might've forgot).
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A DAY AT HILLSIDE RETREAT
Wake up to nothing but trees and birdsong. Make breakfast in a kitchen that can actually handle it. Hit the trails. Come home to the hot tub, the game room, and a fire pit that's just waiting for someone to start a s'more argument. Fall asleep in a real bed with real linens.
Wake & Repeat until your heart is content!
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WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING
"My teenagers said this was the best vacation." — Samantha M., March 2026
"The host really thought of everything for our stay. Highly recommended for larger groups!" — Melissa M., May 2026
"Pool table, ping pong, cornhole, hot tub — we had great meals in the large kitchen. All around great time!" — Verified Guest, May 2026
"Beautiful and elegant — great time for the family!" — Darnell H., May 2026
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A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
- All fees are included. No surprises at checkout. - Pet friendly (Please check the "I am bringing a Pet" box!) - Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM - Minimum renter age: 23 - We are a Premier Host — 10/10 for communication
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
The trash is located by the driveway off Route 180. Please put your garbage in the cans there.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO discharge of Firearms or Hunting on the property.
We ask that guests refrain from excess drinking or disturbance of the peace that makes this place so special.
Important information
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Property # 4393799vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Please contact us to make your stay special!
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Laurelville
Located in Laurelville, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hocking Hills State Park and Old Man's Cave. Corn Maze and Adventure Golf at Rempel's Grove are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
Rock House at Hocking Hills State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve - 11 min drive - 13.5 km
Hocking State Forest Rockclimbing and Rappelling Area - 12 min drive - 15.2 km
Old Man's Cave - 13 min drive - 17.3 km
Restaurants
Village cafe - 11 min drive
Papa Dino's Pizzeria - 17 min drive
The Ridge Inn Restaurant - 12 min drive
Laurelville Pizza - 11 min drive
Jimbo’s Burgers & Beer - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hillside Retreat-Hot Tub · Game Room · Sleeps 12 - 4BD/5BA - 2 min to Rock House pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Hillside Retreat-Hot Tub · Game Room · Sleeps 12 - 4BD/5BA - 2 min to Rock House?
As of 25 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillside Retreat-Hot Tub · Game Room · Sleeps 12 - 4BD/5BA - 2 min to Rock House on 29 June 2026 start from NZ$770, 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 Hillside Retreat-Hot Tub · Game Room · Sleeps 12 - 4BD/5BA - 2 min to Rock House?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hillside Retreat-Hot Tub · Game Room · Sleeps 12 - 4BD/5BA - 2 min to Rock House?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hillside Retreat-Hot Tub · Game Room · Sleeps 12 - 4BD/5BA - 2 min to Rock House?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hillside Retreat-Hot Tub · Game Room · Sleeps 12 - 4BD/5BA - 2 min to Rock House located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Rock House at Hocking Hills State Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Hocking Hills State Park. Blue Moon Acres and Cantwell Cliffs are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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This property is lovely and was perfect for our family. We particularly enjoyed the pool table, ping pong table, corn hole, and of course the hot tub! We had some great meals using the large kitchen, well stocked with everything you need to prepare and serve delicious food! The bedrooms are large and the beds are comfy and the bathrooms are many and clean. All around great time was had by all!
We booked a last minute trip the day before arrival, the house was absolutely amazing! Had everything you needed. The beds were so comfy, all the family games they had for you at the house was my favorite part. Hot tub, new game room, so much space to still have quiet time while others enjoy doing things. My teenagers said this was the best vacation. We will definitely be back! The host was amazing at communicating & making sure we had everything we needed.
We had a wonderful stay at Hillside retreat! The home is big with plenty of rooms and bathrooms to accommodate everyone. The home owner was very responsive, when we had a question and the home is well appointed with everything you need for cooking meals in. We would book this property again.
Perfect location and setting for a family gathering and weekend of relaxation. There was six of us along with our dogs and there was plenty of space to move around. This place had so many things to do to keep everyone occupied (pool table, hot tub, fire pit, etc.). The kitchen was open and spacious and they had a dining room table that goes on for miles. We loved that this place was minutes from Rock House and Conkles Hollow hiking areas. We appreciated all the amenities and communication with the host was easy.
Suggestions Needs handrails to upstairsNeeds another bathroom upstairsNeeds a downstairs bedroom for older guestsNeeds more comfortable single chairs in living room (couch too saggy for older guests and may have cat dander in it - lots of sneezing)
Beautiful property, close to everything, will stay again
Stay was amazing. Hidden gem is exactly what we were looking for, with games, movies, hot tubbing and a great kitchen for cooking, it was hard to pull ourselves away to go to Jack Pine and Rock House, even just a few minutes away. Very cozy, with a sign saying the hosts were adding on to the game room. Can't wait to see it next time we stay here. Couldn't be happier.
Justin C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2025
So happy to hear you had a pleasant stay! Please keep us in mind for the next time you visit Hocking Hills!
Finally, a place that is the perfect size for our whole family and close to all the trail heads. There was plenty of space for everyone to have their own corner and yet the spaces were big enough everyone could fit in one room. I thought it would be a hassle to get to town but the Logan Walmart was only like 15 minutes away when we needed it.
Brian A.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2025
It fills our hearts to hear families are enjoying a special space together. Thank you so much for staying and we sincerely hope that your family will chose to stay with us again!
Justin and Kristin were great hosts - we had everything we needed. We setup camp and everyone had plenty of space to spread out and relax. The beds were super comfortable, not sure what mattresses they were but we slept great. There was so much space to kick back, relax and entertain. We cooked everyone a huge meal in the big kitchen and all ate together. Already planning the next trip.
Chris I.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2025
Thank you so much, we try to serve our guests with utmost respect. We love to hear that you had a relaxing time and were able to unwind. You were a fantastic guest and we hope to see you again soon!
Get-a-way with friends - four couples. And plenty of room. Large kitchen, family, plenty of space for everyone. Especially loved the new hot tub! And all enjoyed the fire pit, looking at the stars.Excellent location. Easy to find and close to the caves.Very clean, great amenities, comfortable beds. Will be coming back to this one.
Kyle A.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2025
Kyle,
Its great to hear people are enjoying our space together and using it to build memories and strengthen relationships. Its what motivates us to host and improve this space. We would love to have you all back again soon.
We stayed here with a group of 10 for a weekend of hiking in Hocking Hills and it worked out great.Justin was a great host. He was proactive in making sure we had everything we needed and was always quick to respond whenever we had questions.The house sits in a beautiful spot up on a hill, which made it a great place to relax after a long day of hiking. The location was perfect. Rock House is right around the corner, and several other trails are just a short drive away, so it was really easy to get out and explore each day. We also visited Jack Pine Studio across the street and watched them create a blown glass pumpkin, which was a really cool experience. Groceries were close by as well, so everything was very convenient.The house worked really well for our group. There is plenty of space to spread out if you want some downtime, along with great areas where everyone can hang out together. The dining table was a highlight since all of us could sit and eat together, and we ended up having all of our meals at the house.Everything was clean and well maintained, and having 4.5 bathrooms made a big difference for a group our size. There was always one available when you needed it.We didn’t get to the fire pit or game room this time, but they’re on the list for our next visit!
This stay was amazing, the owners maintain it and you can really tell they care about making it a comfortable stay. Additionally they care about their guests, when I arrived there was a sentimental welcome letter for my group. If I had any questions, Justin replied within minutes.It was clean, stocked full of supplies to use to include cleaning supplies, towels, kitchen pots/pans/silverware.Very spacious, plenty of beds and couches so bringing a big family or group of friends is possible.Overall I do not think me nor my friends could find something to complain about even if we attempted to.
We had an amazing stay at this property! There was plenty of space for our whole group, making it easy for family and friends to relax and enjoy each other’s company. Whether it was movie time, playing games, or challenging each other at the pool table, everyone found something fun to do together.Our dog absolutely loved hiking the nearby trails with us, and the location made it easy to explore the beautiful outdoors. After long days of riding the scenic roads on motorcycles or hiking, the hot tub set at a perfect 80 degrees was just what we needed to unwind and soak in the views. It was also great that it was set to a timer to turn on the heat for a relaxing late-night dip before heading to bed.This place truly had something for everyone, and we’re already looking forward to coming back!
Our stay at Hillside Retreat was nothing short of amazing! This beautiful property became our home away from home during our time in Hocking Hills. The peace, quiet, and tranquility were exactly what we needed for a relaxing getaway.The house itself is incredibly spacious, impeccably maintained, and immaculately clean. The beds were all super comfy. The kitchen is well-equipped kitchen and provided everything we needed for meals.We thoroughly enjoyed the variety of entertainment options available. The pool table and foosball were big hits, and the hot tub was the perfect spot to unwind.Overall, Hillside Retreat exceeded our expectations, and we would definitely stay here again. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a place to stay in Hocking Hills!
Brittany B.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2025
Thank you so much for your review! We can't wait to host you again!
About the host
Hosted by Justin
We are from the great state of Ohio. Both of us were born and raised in Ohio for our whole lives and can’t imagine leaving. It has been home for 30 years and we have deep roots here. We enjoy projects of all sorts in our time off and love the purpose behind hosting guests - the idea that one of our projects might allow others to enjoy life to its fullest and experience meaningful human connection - making memories that last.
Why they chose this property
Hocking Hills is a treasure trove of the Midwest. There are secrets and memories to be found around every corner. Peace and tranquility meet adventure, excitement and relaxation in a unique way.
What makes this property unique
Hillside Retreat has its own personality. The place speaks to you and us as we carefully and thoughtfully continue to craft an ideal experience for families and friends to gather and spend time together that matters. Purpose drives everything that happens at Hillside Retreat. We hope that you find meaningful connection during your stay.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests