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BIG TIMBER RIVER CABINS "The Hawk's Nest"

Cabin with kitchen, steps from Ohio River Valley

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The Hawk's Nest is a hand-crafted log cabin overlooking the Ohio River.
A drone's eye-view of the Hawk's Nest atop the bluff.
Feels like you're perched in a treehouse!
Guests can enjoy the covered deck rain or shine!
Sunrise through the fog from the Hawk's Nest.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Stephenson's General Store
  • Place, O'Bannon Woods State Park
  • Place, Wyandotte Cave

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

BIG TIMBER RIVER CABINS "The Hawk's Nest"

The Hawk's Nest is a newly-built, authentic, handcrafted log cabin with all the modern amenities. It sits on a bluff overlooking the Ohio River and serene, Kentucky farmland. Located five minutes from I-64 in Crawford County, Indiana, the cabin is easy to reach. The site is park-like, and although not totally secluded, guests enjoy plenty of privacy. The cabin contains a full bath and kitchen. It also has heat/ac, as well as television, fire-pit, outdoor gas grill, and private hot tub. Rent a cabin, relax, and watch the river boats float by!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We insist smoking guests smoke OUTSIDE the cabin.
Cabin accommodates a maximum of 4 quests with 2 beds in one room.

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 deadlock

About the area

Leavenworth

Located in Leavenworth, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Old Capital Golf Club and Winzerwald Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ohio River Valley and O'Bannon Woods State Park. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Leavenworth, IN

What's nearby

  • Stephenson's General Store - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • O'Bannon Woods State Park - 15 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Wyandotte Cave - 21 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Marengo Cave National Landmark - 34 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Holiday World and Splashin' Safari - 65 min drive - 73.7 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Overlook - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Stone Lodge and Grille - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Alton Riverside Tiki Bar - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Big Dadd's Restaurant & Pub - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BIG TIMBER RIVER CABINS "The Hawk's Nest" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BIG TIMBER RIVER CABINS "The Hawk's Nest"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BIG TIMBER RIVER CABINS "The Hawk's Nest"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BIG TIMBER RIVER CABINS "The Hawk's Nest" located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is steps away from Ohio River and Ohio River Valley. Stephenson's General Store and O'Bannon Woods State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teal O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful view and wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenna B.

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

Weekend get away

Beautiful views in a quiet setting. Wonderful place to relax
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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

Heaven on Earth

Beautiful cabin, gorgeous views, tranquil, peace
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

hawks nest

gorgeous view! private and serene Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Landon M.

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

Hunting Trip Cabin

Our stay at The Hawks Nest was great! Close to the Hoosier National Forest and great scenery! Will be back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Beautiful Authentic Log Cabin with a view!

My sister and I came for a Kayak trip and picked the Hawk’s Nest as our home for the weekend! It was absolutely breathtaking! Karen is a great host and provided everything you need to enjoy your stay! Enjoyed breakfasts on the large deck with great chairs, overlooking the Ohio River and beautiful landscape! The hot tub was a nightly must! Excellent experience and would definitely go back!! Fall would be awesome!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

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

Nice Cabin on Ohio River

We had a nice, relaxing stay at this cabin for New Years Eve. It was extremely clean and had everything we needed. The views were amazing, especially while sitting in the hot tub! The owner Karen was great to communicate with. We would highly recommend and will definitely consider staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo M.

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

Calm River View Cabin

Great little getaway cabin for 2! Exactly as described. We didn’t use the outdoor hot tub, but it was available for use. The view of the river was perfect from the cabin, as one could see the river bend downstream. Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

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

Perfect Cabin with Amazing View

This small cabin was perfect! One of my favorites I’ve stayed in. My husband and I stayed two nights and it was wonderful. It has views of the river from every inch of the cabin, including the hot tub. It has a smaller dorm fridge/freezer, but they have two, so we had plenty of room for our stuff. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a little escape with an amazing view!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

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

A hidden gem

The property is amazing, and is an easy drive to all of the local caves that we visited on our stay. The view is just amazing, especially if you are looking for peace and tranquility. While it is not completely secluded, it give the feel of a secluded cabin in the woods with modern amenities, and that was the feel i was looking for. Was also amazing to hear the story of how the cabins came to be. If I am ever back in the area this is where I will be wanting to stay again. Thank you Karen for the amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding location and view!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

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

Three Times a Charm!

This has been a very difficult year - my stay on the river was just the tonic I needed!Peaceful. Stunning view. Lovely little space. Always a favorite!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken L.

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

Peace and quiet

The Hawk's Nest was perfect for our stay with everything you would need.The views are incredible and we can't wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

S. W.

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

The most charming getaway- the perfect home away from home.

It's absolutely beautiful without being too much. Everything has a place. The light fixtures are gorgeous. The art is very tasteful and pays homage to the local natural beauty. The fireplace heater kept the entire cabin warm and cozy, along with the separate heater in the bathroom that also provides some extra warmth. We especially liked the reclining loveseat that faces the TV and windows. The water in both the bathroom and kitchen warmed up quickly and the pressure was strong. Our host thought of literally everything. The kitchen set up is truly all inclusive - cookware, dinnerware, cooking utensils, paper towels, dish soap, etc. The microwave/sove set up was convenient and the simple yet practical layout of the kitchen made a very pleasant cooking experience. Two refrigerators to provide extra space ; there's also a dishwasher with detergent pods. The bathroom included extra towels, dental floss, disposable cups, shampoo, body wash, and a hair dryer. The host left a binder of information about nearby restaurants/destinations. This is great as a romantic get away for couples but would be just as ideal for a family with children. The highlights of this stay were getting to see so many stars,soaking in the hot tub, reclining in the love seat and watching the barges sail along the Ohio River. Our host was super helpful and informative and made sure to give us plenty of space and peace while only being a text away if necessary.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gene B.

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

River Cabin View

Awesome quiet area and spectacular views of river and farms. We enjoyed the hot tub and serenity.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina M.

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

Hawks neat

We were on a baby moon before our baby comes in March. We just wanted a quiet get away in a cozy cabin. And we got just that. Karen had clearly put in a lot of hard work to make our stay very nice. Very welcoming and informative. She had a booklet of everything you’d need to know that’s is around the area. With lots of detail. Very clean and very nice cabin! We spoke to the owners of the general store right down the road and we thought it was very awesome her husband built these cabins! They’re so nice! We would absolutely recommend this cabin!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

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

Beautiful Views

So quiet, sat on the deck reading a book in between watching the barges go by.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY W.

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

Beautiful cabin!

We absolutely loved staying at the Hawk’s nest! Beautiful views, great amenities, and the host thought of everything we would need for a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

The cabin was so perfect for just the two of us. The views were amazing, we saw bald eagles, bats, a pileated woodpecker, and a tiny baby deer, all from the back deck. If you’re looking for something to do, there are a few caves in the area so we chose to do the 2 hour tour of Wyandotte Cave and it was really cool. The hosts do live on the property, but they were very discreet and totally kept to themselves. All in all it was a really great little weekend trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dickie J.

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

Weekend getaway

Seat back and relax. The cabin is grate and has everything you need and super clean loved the hot tub The view of the Ohio River was amazing seating on the porch and watching the barges go up and down the river was great Karen the host was very nice and very friendly. If you are looking for a place to relax we would recommend the Hawk- nest.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

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

Awesome Getaway

Hawk's Nest was the perfect spot for a getaway in the country. The cabin was neat and tidy and well equipped. The view was stunning, it was great to watch the birds swooping below the balcony. The owner was close by and very accommodating. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

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

Great Views and Beautiful Cabin!

This was a great getaway for our 10 year anniversary. Not as secluded as we would typically select, but you never knew anyone was nearby. The views were incredible! Watching the barges go by during the day was a neat thing to watch. Karen was so responsive and very kind during the check in process. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey K.

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

Slice of paradise in Indiana

Exceeded expectations, and a perfect getaway. Would have loved to stay longer
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

AMAZING!

We LOVED this property! It was quiet, clean, and relaxing. The best part of all was the view! It was Beautiful even with the rainy weekend we had! We will definitely be visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayma k.

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

JK

Great time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Sheller

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My husband and I are retired educators, and vacation rentals is our new venture! Let us share our southern Indiana hospitality with you. From the abundance of natural resources in the area to the variety of dining and entertainment experiences, we can help you get the most out of your stay. Feel free to ask us for information on local attractions.

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