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Cottage Near Caves, WiFi, Pool Table, Hot Tub, Grill, Fire Pit, Pet Friendly, TV

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 11139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage Near Caves, WiFi, Pool Table, Hot Tub, Grill, Fire Pit, Pet Friendly, TV

Welcome to Forest Lane Cottage!

** PLEASE NOTE - I no longer have access to a laundry service that is able to take care of providing clean towels and linens. Please understand that I would like to provide this service, but I am unable to. Thus, you’ll need to plan on bringing your own. I do apologize for this.

This 3 bedroom cottage began renting in early 2018! Please note that the nightly rate is not based upon how many people stay. Some other properties charge up to $20 more per night per person over 2 guests. I want larger groups to be able to enjoy this location without worrying about paying for additional people who stay!

Please note, I want to make sure people know this is a rustic rural farmhouse. It was built in 1953 and shows its age a bit! There is a door or two that doesn’t close perfectly. The house is in a very wooded area with many trees and is partially shaded. Thus the roof will have some leaves on it and the gutters won’t be perfectly clean. As I listed in the paragraph above - the nightly rate for a cottage that sleeps 9-10 guests for my nightly rate is a bargain. The basement is partially finished so please don’t expect luxury. The pool table is functional but the basement that it’s in is by no means meant as a living space. The bunk beds have metal frames and the flooring in about half the house is not genuine hardwood!

I have tried the best I can to describe this rural farmhouse as not to induce any unrealistic expectations. If you’re looking for 5-star hotel accommodations - you won’t find that here. However, you won’t be paying for 5-star accommodations either.

I have had some recent complaints regarding a few items so please read the following info prior to booking. Your booking this cabin acknowledges that you have read and understand the information contained in this ad.

This RUSTIC cottage is located in a wooded and grassy area. There are bugs and there are spiders and there are other furry critters in the area. The cabin is typically cleaned on a Monday after folks check out. The cleaning service has an hour round trip travel time, so it is likely it won’t be “freshened up” immediately prior to your arrival if you come later in the week. Please expect there to be a sign of activity of these bugs and spiders and other pests in this natural wooded area.

The lawn service might not always be able to mow or trim weeds directly prior to your arrival. Many factors such as rain, wooded property access, and land topology play into this. This is not a metropolitan or town location. If you are expecting that, understand you might be disappointed and won’t receive a refund.

Sometimes, a window might fail to lock. However, all main entry doors are secure and have locks on them. We have never had a security incident since we began cabin rentals in 2012. I have had many, many very happy customers. Many folks come back to each of my locations each and every season. However, a few have not been happy due to the items listed above. Please be sure you understand the above information before choosing to stay here.

The hot tub is on and working! It’s located just off the front porch within feet of the entry door! There is also a pool table in the basement, along with a table and bar stools.


The cottage is located directly between Old Man's Cave and Ash Cave, about 5 miles from each cave.


The property can sleep 9-10 guests, and possibly more if you bring air mattresses.

Pets are welcome. Free DIRECTV in two rooms is included as well as free Wi-Fi.

Jimbo's Bar and Grill is located within walking distance, where you can enjoy live music on the weekends. Jimbo's is well-known for great burgers, sandwiches, a great beer and wine selection, and many large screen TV's!


Get out today to the Hocking Hills!


PLEASE NOTE - this property is located in a rural setting with open grassy areas and woods nearby. We do our best to keep pesky rodents away but at times there could be a rodent that was just caught in a trap. We have tried poison, traps, and using nothing at all; we have landed on continuing to use mousetraps. Poison causes them to die in the most inopportune places and having no traps at all just leads to larger issues. If you happen to find a mouse in a trap we apologize - we truly are doing the best to can to make the pests disappear. Just please be prepared to place all food in sealable containers or in the refrigerator so you don’t attract them even more!

In addition to small furry pests, an occasional wood roach might be wandering around a cabin. I assure you these are NOT a cock roach. Please google “wood roach”. They feed on moist damp wood. They don’t really want to be inside but they might have been carried in on firewood or wandered in looking for a mate. They don’t eat human food and they don’t want to be inside. If you find one, please either dispose of it or simply throw it outside.

And finally, this cottage backs up against a LARGE, STEEP hill and rainwater runs off this hill directly toward the house. That rainwater often seeps through the basement concrete walls and sometimes collects in small areas on the basement floor. We do our best to make sure it is mopped but sometimes it occurs the day of your arrival. Please be patient and understand that this is sometimes unavoidable and you might need to mop/squeegee some rainwater.

Thanks for your patience as you venture in to the rural wooded areas of Hocking Hills!

Property manager

Daniel Gilfillen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
South Bloomingville, OH

What's nearby

  • Hocking Hills State Park - 6 min drive
  • Ash Cave - 7 min drive
  • Old Man's Cave - 8 min drive
  • Cedar Falls - 11 min drive
  • Rock House at Hocking Hills State Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimbo's Burgers and Beer - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kindred Spirits - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jimbo's Bar & Diner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lake Logan Cabins - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪South Bloomingville Tavern - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage Near Caves, WiFi, Pool Table, Hot Tub, Grill, Fire Pit, Pet Friendly, TV pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage Near Caves, WiFi, Pool Table, Hot Tub, Grill, Fire Pit, Pet Friendly, TV?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage Near Caves, WiFi, Pool Table, Hot Tub, Grill, Fire Pit, Pet Friendly, TV?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage Near Caves, WiFi, Pool Table, Hot Tub, Grill, Fire Pit, Pet Friendly, TV located?

Situated in South Bloomingville, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave, and Ash Cave Recreation Area. Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve and Old Man's Cave are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Cottage Near Caves, WiFi, Pool Table, Hot Tub, Grill, Fire Pit, Pet Friendly, TV Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 120 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home for the money
It was as disclosure not perfect but family had fun it work perfect for us
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
wedding weekend
This property worked for us perfectly. We actually spent most of our time outside on the front porch. It was large enough and had plenty of seating. The living space was very spacious. Again with lots of seating. Everyone slept well so I can honestly say beds felt good at days end. The only negative thing I can report is that it is close to a some what busy road ( speed limit is 55mph). But the property is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tash B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway with family
Arrive during the day! We arrived during the night and we missed this spot several times due to it having a hidden driveway. Outdated but was good for what we needed. Kids loved the hot tub and we loved the firepit! Daniel was very kind and helpful and gave good recommendations on places around the area to explore! Great location to all the caves and waterfalls! Logan is just 20 minutes away for the beach and restaurants! Will stay again next time we visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Place For Bigger Group
The house was perfect. We don’t need nothing fancy or expensive because we are gone all day at all the caves and trails each day. So this was a perfect house for me and my 5 people to stay. The hot tub and pool table kept everyone entertained after walking trails all day. Very comfortable. I would stay here again and again. I definitely recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carmen W.

Location, location, location
Excellent location near Hocking Hills and attractions. Only negatives for my group was patio could have been power washed to knock down webs and cut down on spiders and the inside smelled damp. Could use a dehumidifier and air freshener. The cottage is quaint though a bit outdated but is very private and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
House is exactly as described. Not a 5 star home but it was exactly what I was looking for. Rustic type of home in the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
This property was spot on. Family loved the location and the hot tub. Inside is very spacious. Daniel answered any questions we had right away!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
Perfect for a weekend trip to hocking hills
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
Great cabin, awesome location. No Verizon cell service FYI. It is not the Hilton or the ritz but it was clean and it had everything we needed for a rustic hiking type of vacation. Hot tub was lovely after long days. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little get away
Close to hocking hills plenty of space nice little house in convenient spot close to things but not too close had a great time thinking about going back next year
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Julieann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hocking Hills
We enjoyed a day of hiking at Hocking Hills Start Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Otto or Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Economical and close to everything
We had a great time. Everything was just as described. The kids loved the hot tub and roasting s’mores by the fire. Restaurant and gas station were both close enough to walk to but not too close. Gas station actually had a big selection of items to choose from. We were a little concerned about how close we were to the road at first but it really wasn’t a concern at all. Overall a nice place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation 2023
We stayed at this property from July 5th-8th. Location to old man’s cave, ash cave and other hiking trails was perfect. Was a little worried at first because it is located on a very busy highway but it never really was a problem.. Overall a good time, we never used the pool table in the basement, very damp with some water on floor. Probably caused by all the rain. Only other issue was the coffee pot was cracked so we couldn’t use, after looking around we found an extra pot so we were able to have our coffee. We hade a nice relaxing couple days!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Cary P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Hocking hills
it need some tlc it needs blinds on the bedroom and bathroom window. it needs some u pans and the pool sticks need tips put on and there is only 2 darts for the dart board it can use some deep cleaning and the bunk beds can use some tighting up . but great location and the bar next door closes by 10pm so it quite. needs a address plate kind of hard to fine .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Amy C.

Idk
Could use some basic upkeep. Exspecially gutters n window coverings. Overall not bad.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

tricia m.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Does.not contribute to a good vacation
What the owner discloses is minimized. On top of what he discloses, we found a 4"square cut out in a bedroom window blind, no blind on other window, no blind in other bedroom AND bathroom which has neighbors driveway on hill above. Basement had empty beer cans and broken pool sticks as well as water on the floor, no Im not mopping as he suggests. Thick dust about and mold on kitchen and bath cabinets. Opened drawer in kitchen and it had only three sides. I took pics when arrived. Many unfinished details around the house. Lights flicker. Wouldnt surprise me if wires are touching and dangerous. Cigarette butts around porch and grounds. Owner claims he cant clean but on the Monday before. Wrong business then, should not rent out! Very uncomfortable. Owner tends to defend rather than care. Waste of money for my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
The place was nice and big. It was also located close to hocking. The only issue we had was that two of the bedrooms only had bunk beds which the adults that had to use them were not very comfortable. The kids that used the bunk beds didn’t seem to have the same opinion. It is an older home with visible wear but we didn’t have any problems with it. The kitchen was not stocked with everything you need or are use to using but did have enough to accomplish what you need for most meal preparation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alysa N., Akron, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot near the caves
Loved the price, the location, and that the owner was very detail oriented in the description and that there were plenty of necessities already stocked like kitchen items and toilet paper etc. the added games in the cabinets and basement were nice as well. Hot tub worked nicely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couple’s weekend getaway
The description was spot on- much appreciated. Cozy, comfortable house-m. We liked the location, the hot tub and the bar is in walking distance & has great food. We loved and enjoyed all the area attractions & getting away from phones, emails & technology. Thanks for allowing us to stay in your home. Most Sincerely~ Karen, Stacy & friends
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs
Nothing fancy but good location and exactly as described. I’d go back again that’s for certain
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Stacy P.

Served it’s purpose
The property was everything they said it was. Locations was great for the trails. The house had plenty of things to keep us occupied, kids enjoyed the hot tub, pool, darts, checkers. We played for hours. It was a nice getaway to spend quality time together with my family. House could have been cleaned better but wasn’t really a big deal. All in all a great weekend. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Mason P.

Very gud
Very gud
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Marriann W.

Accurate description
Found the property as they described. Had some problems with connecting to WiFi and because there was almost no signal, it was hard making vacation plans. I reached out to the property manager and never received a answer the whole 3 days we stayed. It was nice for the amount they were asking. I would probably stay somewhere next time but dont reget the vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy B.

Very Rustic Accommodations
The Keypad lock was very difficult to open. The Downstairs Bedroom window did not lock. Upstairs did not have air conditioning, and only one window had a screen so we could open a window. Accommodations are for 11 people, but table in kitchen only sat 4 people. The prior reviews, however, were all pretty accurate. It was too hot out during our stay to use the hot tub. Porch area was dirty, cigarettes in ashtray, and we also had to scrub down the picnic table to use it. The experience was a little underwhelming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022