Nature Lover’s Cabin Retreat - private 24 acres w/trails and pond!

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A kitchen with a coffee maker, a green mug, and a bag of coffee labeled 'Boss Batch Coffee Co.'
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a TV on a stand.
A rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large wooden table, and a ladder.
A cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by a snow-covered landscape and leafless trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, an oven, and a sink.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Athens, OH
  • Place, Strouds Run State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohio University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Peden Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Green Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Athens

Athens is home to this cabin. Dairy Barn Arts Center and Stuart's Opera House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fun Barn and Shade Winery. Hot Dog Museum and Hocking Valley Scenic Railway are also worth visiting.
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Athens, OH

What's nearby

  • Strouds Run State Park - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Ohio University - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Peden Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Convocation Center - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Court Street - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nature Lover’s Cabin Retreat - private 24 acres w/trails and pond! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nature Lover’s Cabin Retreat - private 24 acres w/trails and pond!?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nature Lover’s Cabin Retreat - private 24 acres w/trails and pond! on 16 November 2026 start from NZ$1,290, 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 Nature Lover’s Cabin Retreat - private 24 acres w/trails and pond!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nature Lover’s Cabin Retreat - private 24 acres w/trails and pond!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nature Lover’s Cabin Retreat - private 24 acres w/trails and pond!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nature Lover’s Cabin Retreat - private 24 acres w/trails and pond! located?

Situated in Athens, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ohio University, Convocation Center and Peden Stadium. Hot Dog Museum and Southeast Ohio History Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was just incredible! We'd love to stay again the next time we're in the area!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for our family to stay while we visited Athens! It was so peaceful and quiet! The communication was incredible and we could not have asked for a better experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at this home!100% recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
So glad you all had an awesome stay! We hope you can come back on your next trip to Athens!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chase was an excellent host, and Art Park was a wonderful place to stay. Chase kindly offered us an early check in, which we took advantage of and had a picnic lunch on the property. Our 4.5 year old grandchild loved the house and the available toys (especially the rocking horse and chairs). Not having to do more than the minimum of straightening and taking out the trash when it was time to checkout was so nice. We’d definitely recommend Art Park, and return ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had wonderful time at this property. The property was a great nature escape for the holiday weekend and had beautiful views. The cabin had very nice updates and was a great size. I highly recommend if your in the Athens area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The grounds and the cabin itself are wonderful! Great for a group of alumni wanting to visit campus but have a quiet retreat as well. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable beds and very nice kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Proactive communication from host. Responsive host. Beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is awesome and the cabin was super clean and very comfortable - felt right at home and relaxed. They have everything you need. Exploring the woods, hills, pond, etc. was fun and relaxing. Very peaceful, but so close to Athens. The hosts are amazing - very responsive, super helpful, and gave all the information up front. We highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing stay in Athens! Chase and Danielle are incredibly accommodating and great with communication. The cabin is perfect for families or gatherings of friends. Not too far from Athens, yet feels so private. Beds were very comfortable, kitchen is well equipped, showers are so nice. It is awesome to have such a nice place to stay in Athens. We will most definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home! Secluded but still super close to everything. Would definitely book it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic property and communication with the owners. A
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect Spot - Close to Campus

Great place to unwind after a long day of work! Everyone really enjoyed the space. Perfect Spot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic experience! Couldn’t ask for a better location — in the woods while only 10 minutes from the conveniences of town and tons in the area to do. The hosts were the best of any we have rented from — start to finish, communication was prompt, thorough, helpful and friendly. It felt like staying at a friend’s home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Our new favorite spot

We absolutely loved staying here. It's the dream combination of being 5min from Athens but also completely wooded like you're in Hocking Hills.The house itself was beautifully re-done and extremely comfortable.I have no doubt that we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2025
We loved hosting you all. Thanks for choosing to stay with us!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here over Easter weekend while visiting family at Ohio University, and this place completely exceeded our expectations.From the moment we walked in, it felt like home. Not just clean and comfortable—but cozy, welcoming, and the kind of place you instantly relax in.The owners were amazing to work with—great communication and super accommodating. They even let us check in a day early, which gave us extra time to unwind (and made it very hard to leave at the end!).The cabin is set up perfectly for both relaxing and spending quality time together. The large dining table was a highlight—we ended every night playing games, laughing, and just enjoying being together.It’s peaceful, private, and feels like a true getaway, while still being close enough to Athens when you want to head into town.We actually joked during our stay that we might just become squatters… but in reality, we’re already planning our next visit. This may officially be our home away from home when visiting Athens.Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best Weekend Away

We are beyond impressed!! This property tucked away in the hills exceeded our expectations. The owners have thought of every detail. Everything at this property is top notch. Communication was top tier. Any question I had was answered with in seconds. We are already planning a trip back this summer! I cannot say enough great things!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Not Mom’s Weekend

The property is amazing! The house itself is combination of old and new, and was adorable! The amenities were fantastic…a quiet little slice of solitude. A friend and I came down for to see our kids the weekend after Mom’s Weekend at OU…because we had no desire to fight the crowds on the actual weekend. We went out one night, then decided to just stay in and enjoy a fire the next. It was a fantastic spot for a fantastic visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great house we rented for our daughter's graduation from OU. It took only 10 to 15 minutes to drive to campus. Yet the place looks out in the country miles from everything. I saw other comments about the steep driveway but we didn't have any issues (granted we have SUVs but both have smaller engines.) You can easily park out front if you don't use the drive. Very private location and we got to see a large wild turkey run through the backyard! We cooked out on the grill and loved using the firepit. The loft was great for my daughters to hang out in. Kitchen well equipped. Note that the master bedroom did not have space in the closet to hang clothes - but there was plenty of room in the other bedroom closets. One constructive comment would be the kitchen floor rugs - everyone was constantly tripping over them and they don't stay in place (one of us spilled a drink on the floor when they tripped.) Owner was very responsive and very helpful. Would stay there again, especially for any OU campus events vs staying at a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything we hoped and more!

We stayed over my daughter's OU graduation weekend with family including 1 and 3 year old grandsons and we loved it! Perfect space for celebrating....well equipped kitchen, open design, dining set up, room to dance, and what a cool loft....a wonderful surprise! The beds, bedding, decor, bathroom amenities and upgrades were warm, welcoming and beautiful. The communication with owners and welcome guide was thorough, clear and quick. The property views, outdoor space and fire pit were so enjoyable. Who could ask for more? We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a very nice stay for us. The cabin is roomy, nicely decorated and felt very cozy. Ideal for three couples with nice outdoor spaces to chat. The kitchen was very nice with good appliances and everything you need to cook and serve. Perhaps the word cabin doesn’t do it justice because everything is up-to-date and modern. The only downside is that there is a long staircase up to the front door, which may be difficult for people with mobility issues to access. There is a back door that you can drive to, but it requires driving up a very steep gravel driveway to get to it. Some cars may have difficulty getting up that driveway to the back door. The owner was very hospitable, easy to contact and get back to us if we had any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A Dreamy Anniversary Escape in the Woods

For our 19th wedding anniversary, we sought a place that felt like a world away from our daily noise—a retreat where our little family of five could slow down, spread out, and savor the rare kind of quiet that only nature can provide. This Athens, Ohio gem did all that and more.From the moment we arrived, the hosts made us feel like old friends rather than first-time guests. Kind, thoughtful, and deeply accommodating, they’ve curated a space that isn’t just a rental—it’s a warm invitation to breathe deeper, laugh louder, and reconnect.The house itself is both spacious and cozy, elegant yet unfussy. Every corner was beautifully appointed, and we never once felt crowded—no small feat with three kids ages 15, 8, and 3 in tow! Our teenager staked out the loft reading nook, where many rounds of Uno were waged beneath the soft glow of the lamp light. Our littlest was endlessly delighted by the open layout, and all three had space to be themselves.At night, I curled up by the fire ring with a ghosty thriller, and—no lie—had to turn around more than once with goosebumps prickling my neck. The woods whisper just enough to make your imagination dance. Meanwhile, my husband took our boys on hikes and mini climbs, showing them the kind of nature that skyscrapers and sidewalks just can't offer.This place is magic—secluded yet convenient, beautiful yet deeply livable. If you’re on the fence, hop off it and book. You won’t regret it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was great to work with. Everything is described as is and more! The property is set in the wooded areas SE of Athens with easy and quick access to Downtown and OU. The accommodations were very comfortable, offering some relaxation days as well as a few days of remote working while the fall foliage fell from the nearby trees. I would recommend the property to anyone visiting the area and we will definitely be visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you’re looking for extremely secluded and quiet and yet very modern and comfortable, this is a great option! If you have any serious concerns around physical accessibility or vehicle capacity, look for something less remote and rustic. The drive is long, steep, and unpaved; if you have trouble with the front drive, you’ll choose to head up the many front steps rather drive around back. The cabin is in the woods; there are insects of all types inside and out. We found the property absolutely beautiful and the cabin comfortably appointed (the furniture, including the beds, were of solid and high quality). That’s us, it might not be you. I’d skip if anyone in your party is living with significant physical disability or the expectation that everything be perfectly accessible and risk free. This cabin’s charms could easily be lost on anyone with real mobility challenges or folks that are just overly fussy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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