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Peaceful Cabin on 8 wooded acres 3 Miles From MSU Campus

Cabin with kitchen, near Mississippi State University

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Front of Cabin
Terrace/patio
View of driveway and front yard
Front porch
Front of Cabin

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Starkville, MS
  • Place, Mississippi State University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Davis Wade Stadium
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Dudy Noble Field at Polk–DeMent Stadium
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Columbus, MS (GTR-Golden Triangle Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Cabin on 8 wooded acres 3 Miles From MSU Campus

Awakening Spirit Retreat is a 3 Bedroom 2 Bath cabin that is located on 8 wooded acres that are yours to explore and hike during your stay. The cabin has a separate garage that has been closed in that is home to Awakening Spirit Massage Therapy and Hypnosis Monday through Friday. The entire cabin was originally used for the business until we closed off the garage so that we could live there during the construction of our home. Our new home is now complete and we wanted to share the simplicity and tranquility that we found while our family stayed in the cabin. The cabin has a covered front porch perfect for drinking your coffee and watching the wildlife as you wake up in the morning, an open back porch with plenty of seating, and a fire pit that is perfect for enjoying the sunset and a glass of wine. There is a game room in a separate building that has a dart board, pool table, and separate refrigerator. The cabin is equipped with a full kitchen that has most of the basic utensils you will need, and a charcoal grill on the back porch. It has a central heat and A/C unit, as well as a wood burning fireplace with wood provided. The main bedroom has a queen size bed and adjoins a full bathroom. The second bedroom has a full size bed, and the third bedroom has a queen size bed with a twin bunk above.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
Non refundable pet-deposit of $75.00
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Starkville

Located in Starkville, this cabin is in a rural area. Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge and Moncrief Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mississippi Entomological Museum and Dunn-Seiler Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Humphrey Coliseum or Davis Wade Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Starkville, MS

What's nearby

  • Mississippi State University - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Davis Wade Stadium - 11 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Dudy Noble Field at Polk–DeMent Stadium - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • The Mill Conference Center at MSU - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • OCH Regional Medical Center - 16 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Columbus, MS (GTR-Golden Triangle Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Perry Cafeteria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Cabin on 8 wooded acres 3 Miles From MSU Campus pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Cabin on 8 wooded acres 3 Miles From MSU Campus?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Cabin on 8 wooded acres 3 Miles From MSU Campus?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Cabin on 8 wooded acres 3 Miles From MSU Campus located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Mississippi State University and within 6 miles (10 km) of Martha Lipsey Gallery and Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library. McNeel Architecture Gallery and Mississippi Entomological Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 182 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 182 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and owner. We stay here every time we are in town
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarke J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was absolutely amazing! I love this place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

paula a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Peaceful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cabin was very convenient to campus and yet very private. We loved it and would definitely like to stay again! It was extremely clean and had wonderful accommodations! Can’t recommend enough
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

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

Wonderful stay

Property was just as described - it was a beautiful setting to spend a peaceful weekend with friends visiting from out of town. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property in the woods yet just minutes away from town/campus. Cozy house with all the appliances you need for an extended stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chassity S.

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

Regional Tournaments

Great place, clean, we will definitely stay here again if in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britten B.

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

Wonderful retreat

We enjoyed the house and look forward to coming back. We all loved the book selections.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brandon A.

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

Great location!

A few small issues but easy access to campus and a quiet place to rest on a busy home game weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Located well off of the road, shady, quiet, well-furnished. Was great. We will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eliska M.

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

Wonderful Stay

We had an incredible weekend getaway at the cabin! The service was excellent, and Mr. Russell went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. The cabin was cozy, well-maintained, and the perfect escape . We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning in the future. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duffy M.

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

College Orientation

Already booked our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent

My son and I stayed here while I was in Starkville visiting him at Mississippi St. We really enjoyed it. It’s a great place to hangout and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felipe R., New Orleans,USA

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

Great getaway!

Great retreat from city life! Kids had a blast “camping” with all the comfort of this cozy cabin. The place was clean and well equipped. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Quiet Retreat

Mother-Daughter trip. Cute cottage. Quiet evenings on the porch just to enjoy each other’s company. Fur babies loved the country setting too! Close to excellent restaurants and University.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty L.

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

Quiet, quaint, and clean.

This property was just as described. It was close to MSU (about 3 miles), but far enough away to feel like a private retreat. Russell was a great host and was quick to respond to any questions. We hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Wonderful stay

This was our second time to stay in this peaceful oasis. The grounds are so well kept and hanging out on the deck was relaxing. There are some games and movies for rainy days.The kitchen is equipped for meal prep but bring your coffee and food with you. There was basic salt pepper oil and sugar packets when we were there. Would definite stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase H.

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

We will be back!

We stayed in this property while we were playing a golf tournament at Old Waverly. The property was as advertised and was perfect for what we were looking for. Located just about 20 minutes from Old Waverly and less than 10 minutes from Starkville, the location could not be better. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger H.

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

Beautiful, quiet and clean.

The home is beautiful, clean, quiet, & comfortable for or family. Our stay was great! My oldest daughter transferred to MSU, we got her moved in her 1st own place. Staying here made it easy for us, one for the location, second was able to rest comfortably and relax from all of the busy-ness. The property manager was quick to respond. We will definitely keep them in mind for our next stay in Starkville. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

RR H.

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

Rustic cabin

The cabin is close to town but far enough to get away from the crowds. It was nice to hear the owls and other wildlife while on the porch at night. There is only one TV in the available bedrooms which is located in the "kids" room. Cell service is good. The owner was always fast to respond with any questions.I have added it to my places to search for in Starkvegas. Hail State!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Peaceful Respite

My family met for Christmas in Starkville to be with my 93-year-old mother, who lives in an assisted living facility. We were so fortunate to have found such a quiet oasis that housed all six of us relatively close to town, but I wasn't expecting to feel so at home there. The owner provided every detail to ensure our comfort. I was actually sad to leave the place! I will definitely choose this rental the next time I return to Starkville.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay! The cabin was great and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was peaceful. We enjoyed a nice relaxing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful place to stay, nice quiet and close to campus for gameday.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andre I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is amazing, amenities are amazing, and the best location, easy to get to everything, lots of land for the kids to run around
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Russell Winston

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Amy and I were both born and raised here in Starkville, MS. We both attended high school at Starkville schools, then continued our education at Mississippi State. After graduating, I began my career in the automotive collision repair industry, and Amy attended The Cayce Reilly School of Massotherapy in Virginia Beach, VA. Amy has been self employed as a massage therapist for 15 years, and I now own Advanced Collision Repair in Starkville. We have 3 young children, and love to travel and discover new places. We enjoy staying in cabins and houses that we find on VRBO, and we are excited to have the opportunity to share our retreat with others.

Why they chose this property

The land the cabin is on first belonged to my grandfather. He sectioned off the 8 acres and gave it to his sister so she could have a place to build outside of town to get away. Louise and Kenneth Pyron built the cabin on the property in 1968 where Louise would come to paint and read, and Kenneth would come to work on woodworking projects in the adjacent shop. When Louise and Kenneth passed away the cabin went through several hands, until 2010 when Amy and I had the chance to purchase it to reclaim and restore it for what the property was originally intended. We love this property and are excited to share this peaceful retreat with others.

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