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Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property)

Waterfront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Dining
Utopia, a charming waterfront cabin in Derby Indiana, offers a tranquil retreat on 4 acres overlooking Oil Creek. Unwind in the hot tub on the front porch or gather around the fire pit off the deck. The kitchen is fully stocked for your convenience and you'll find charcoal grill available for outdoor cooking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property)

Utopia is a waterfront cabin located on 4 acres overlooking Oil Creek in Derby Indiana. Originally constructed in 1849 and dismantled and moved to its current location today in 2019. It offers a queen bed in the upstairs sleeping loft and a futon on the main floor. It has 1 bathroom with a washer and dryer also. The kitchen is stocked with whatever you need to enjoy your stay. The hot tub is located on the front porch overlooking the grounds and creek. Hot tub is cleaned between stays and will require time to reheat. We have a fire pit off the deck. A charcoal grill is provided but you need to bring your own charcoal. Utopia is a short walk to the Mogan Ridge Trailhead. Utopia is the perfect place for a small family to come relax and enjoy a fishing trip or a relaxing getaway.
The Derby Community Center and park is located in Derby just a short drive away. They host many events and also have a boat ramp into the Ohio River. There are basketball courts, swings, slides, a shelter house at the park.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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)

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Utopia on Oil Creek
Utopia On Oil Creek Waterfront
Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property) Cabin
Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property) Derby
Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property) Cabin Derby

About the neighborhood

Map
IN, Derby

What's nearby

  • Birdseye - 35 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Blue Heron Vineyard & Winery - 35 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area - 35 min drive - 37.3 km
  • Wyandotte Cave - 58 min drive - 62.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Marcy's Restaurant & Catering - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Derby Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Cino at Hilton - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smackwater Cove Bar & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ramsey's Tavern - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property)?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property) located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Ohio River and within 20 mi (32 km) of Blue Heron Vineyard & Winery and Tell City Dog Park. Birdseye and Young's Creek are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Utopia on Oil Creek (waterfront property) Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter Z.

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

Great Little Cabin

Great little cabin, close to the river and Derby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia W.

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

Lovely remote area.

We enjoyed the quiet getaway. The property was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

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

Peaceful

Good place for a couples get away , beautiful scenery , relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy V.

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

Reconnect

Wonderful Relaxing Stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW G.

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

Great cabin

Great little cabin. Perfect for a weekend great for a couple.. This is our second year in a row renting this cabin and We absolutely enjoyed it. Cant wait to come again thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

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

Peaceful Getaway

We loved the no frills cabin. My husband and I greatly needed a relaxing getaway and thats exactly what we got.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

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

Great Cabin

Overall it was a great cabin. It was close to trails and the Hoosier National Forest. Cabin was as described and look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karrie M.

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

Quite, peaceful, and perfect!

Needed a break from the business of life. Needed a place with no distractions and the noise was silenced. A place to just do nothing. A place to just relax and reset. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney H.

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

Tranquility

We enjoyed our stay. It was very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esmeralda A.

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

Amazing

The cabin was beautiful. It had everything we needed fireplace Jacuzzi Lakeview. Unbelievable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Peaceful getaway

This is exactly what we needed. A quiet little weekend to relax and reconnect in a peaceful and comfortable cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody B.

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

Wonderful getaway

We enjoyed the cabin and scenery
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

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

So relaxing

So relaxing. Nice and quiet and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

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

Utopia

It was beautiful and amazing,we will be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Peace and quiet

The cabin and property was nice and peaceful. We very much enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Excellent Unplug Getaway!

Looking for a great getaway for my girlfriend and our dog. Couldn't have asked for better. Look forward to staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Magen G.

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

Nice

We had some trouble with the driveway. Other than that, our stay was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn A.

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

Quiet getaway

Very nice quiet getaway. Scenery beautiful. Hot tub fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dallas D.

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

Excellent vacation

This property was very beautiful and backwoods. With gorgeous views and nice river access. Had a grear time and would love to go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessy M.

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

Lovely cabin!

Such a beautiful area. Very secluded with beautiful views of water in the back yard. The cabin was nicely updated, everything we needed for cooking supplied. We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

Time in nature

The cabin is in a beautiful area with hiking near by. It felt very private and had everything we needed for a weekend away. The kitchen was great to cook in and the bed was surprisingly comfortable. If you have a low profile car, go extraordinarily slow on the gravel driveway. There is also almost no cell signal, so keep that in mind if you need to keep in contact with anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Two Thumbs Up

There was a slight issue with
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philomena T.

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

5th Year Anniversary

5 year anniversary tradition gift is wood. We want a cabin to relax and recharge in. This place was perfect. It was quite comfortable and homey. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

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

Weekend getaway

Our family of 4 plus our dog had a great weekend getaway. The grounds were absolutely perfect. Enough room for us to relax and enjoy, the hot tub was also perfect touch! We plan to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aprile K.

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

Super nice and secluded

Everything we hoped for. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023