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New! Custom built private home on a pond, with large hottub.

Vacation home in Athens with kitchen and patio

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Escape to the countryside at this custom-built home, nestled on 11 acres with a serene fishing pond. Unwind by the fire pit, savor chef-style kitchen creations, and enjoy direct access to Uptown Athens and Dow lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

New! Custom built private home on a pond, with large hottub.

Custom built 3 bedroom home set upon 11 acres over looking an acre plus fishing pond. Chef style kitchen. 3 king beds. Internet and Direct tv. Fire pit and bbq. Located an easy 7 miles to Uptown Athens, 5 miles to state street. Close to Dow lake and bike path. 15 minutes to hocking port boat ramp.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Extra $10 per children per night

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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 not indicated whether 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

Athens is home to this vacation home. Strouds Run State Park and Ohio River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hot Dog Museum and Fun Barn. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Convocation Center or Peden Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Strouds Run State Park - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Ohio University - 16 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Peden Stadium - 17 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Convocation Center - 17 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Court Street - 18 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Parkersburg, WV (PKB-Mid-Ohio Valley Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪IHOP - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Grand China Buffet - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪El Camino Mexican Cocina - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New! Custom built private home on a pond, with large hottub. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at New! Custom built private home on a pond, with large hottub.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New! Custom built private home on a pond, with large hottub.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New! Custom built private home on a pond, with large hottub. located?

Situated in Athens, this vacation home is 5 mi (8 km) from Strouds Run State Park and within 12 mi (20 km) of Southeast Ohio History Center and Ohio University. Hot Dog Museum and Convocation Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was fantastic & we all had a relaxing weekend. The house is amazing with incredible woodwork & all of the amenities you’d ever need. The location is remote enough to get some peace & quiet but close enough to OU to enjoy events going on there too. The hosts were great & we would highly recommend this location to anyone looking for a stay in the Athens area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for move in weekend at Ohio U. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome house! Clean and spacious. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I loved our stay at this home in Athens! The kids loved exploring the pod, we enjoyed bbqs on the porch and the hot tub at night. The house is beautiful inside and exceeded our expectations! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is a favorite location for us when we visit Athens. It is spacious, very clean, and so comfortable! Much thought has been put into making this guest house a relaxing place to enjoy a getaway near Athens. The hot tub is a treat. The hosts provide a well stocked (and spacious) kitchen. Little touches like soft afghans and candles make the space cozy. The night sky here is beautiful and there is a porch to enjoy for stargazing or just relaxing with a drink or having a picnic supper. This home has it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Awesome property within 15 mins of Athens!

Our group of 4 loved our stay. Everything was as expected and the pictures don't do it justice as place is gorgeous inside and the space is very large to spread out. The property is well stocked and the owners have thought of everything. Communication was excellent prior to check-in and throughout stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica I.

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

Short stay for work.

Everything was just as listed. The house was very welcoming and we felt right at home. Communicating was easy and the hosts were great! I would definitely stay again and advise anyone needing a place to stay in Athens to book!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Peaceful retreat with lots of room

The house is well thought out. Really liked having the huge kitchen, large bathrooms and 3 king beds. We enjoyed grilling out and listening to the sounds of nature. Close to Athens for restaurants etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

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

Great rental!

This was the perfect place to stay for visiting OU. We loved the house, location, and property. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

4th year staying here for a local swim meet.

Convenient, clean and lots of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

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

Badass property

Awesome ...jist would like pond cleared a little for fishing purposes
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Great property

Nice place and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach W.

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

Perfect stay

Amazing place with the space to go along with it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautifully located not far from town and convenience. We stayed five nights and it was beautiful. We went to town and bought groceries. There’s a grill for cooking out and all the accommodations to make beautiful meals. We enjoyed the campfire and the hot tub . The house was very clean and neat and well maintained. We are able to sit back and relax and enjoy our time. I would highly recommend this place.!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Plenty of space

The house was very spacious and had everything you would possibly need to make your stay feel like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron M., Columbus

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful home with a beautiful view! Family was incredibly welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan J.

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

Outstanding

Everything in every other review is accurate but there are so many other positive little things that make it a great place to stay...The bathrooms are HUGEThe water machineThe beds are so softThe kitchen is well stocked including spices and condimentsThe front porch with the fan and so much seatingIts so quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Bobcat visit

The property was beautiful, clean and just a short drive to campus. We would definitely stay again! Perfect for our weekend visit with our kids at OU
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rena S.

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

Awesome Stay

Place is as stated. Clean and well equipped!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Great place to make family memories

A very well stocked kitchen for holiday baking with family! A very gracious host who made sure we had everything we needed. Even left a baking dish for us in the drain rack! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Short trip

The house was amazing, loved the open floor plan with the big kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Athens Nature Cabin

Great cabin near Athens. Enjoyed the hills, sounds of nature and local hiking. Able to get to Ohio Heritage graduation ceremonies within 15 minutes. Cabin had many items available for our use. Plenty of kitchen towels! Enjoyed the front porch in morning and evening. Back patio was great for corn hole game. Hot tub was wonderful. House design is perfect for privacy even with three couples. Hosts were terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Great place!

Everything went perfectly. House was beautiful. I would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judi M.

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

Bike/hike trip

We biked 74 miles in 2 days and hiked 4.5 miles one day in Stroud Park
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl E.

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

Friends weekend

We had a great time with friends visiting OU and watching the football game. The house is large, and has brand new with nice fixtures / trim. The host was quick to respond and easy to work with. It was our second time there, and I would definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024