Beautiful Lakeview Retreat on a private 5-acre Lake near Athens & Hocking Hills

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December 2024

January 2025

Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Hot tub

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Explore the area

Albany, Ohio

Ohio University
13 min drive
Court Street
14 min drive
Zaleski State Forest
17 min drive
Athens, OH (ATO-Ohio University)
6 min drive

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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.

The Lake View Retreat is nestled in the rolling hills of Southeast on 7 acres while still remaining close to nearby restaurants, shops, and local attractions. This vacation home boasts 3 comfortable bedrooms, 2 bedrooms, a large living space, and a spacious kitchen. Traveling is a breeze when you stay with us as the home is fully equipped with great amenities. Property offers an outdoor hot tub, fire pit, and great quality time. Overlooks a 5-acre pond where you can canoe or partake in catch and release fishing. State Parks, lakes, canoe & kayaking, ziplining and so much more all located within a short distance from the property.
This luxury cottage/retreat is situated on a 20-acre property that overlooks a beautiful 6-acre lake and in the small town of Albany. Spacious living in this ranch style retreat with living room, large open kitchen, dining area, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The property is located just off the road of State RT 50 in a quiet setting that offers plenty of relaxation for you and your guests.

The 6-acre Lake offers some great fishing, canoeing or kayaking, and some much-needed rest and relaxation. Take a 45 minute drive from your cottage/retreat to visit Old Man’s Cave, Cedar Falls, Ash Cave, Rock House, Conkle’s Hollow, or Rock Bridge located in Hocking Hills State Park. No matter the season, you and your guests won’t be disappointed when visiting all the beauty Hocking Hills offers!

During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Woodcock Nature Preserve. A water park, a spa tub, and an arcade/game room are available. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Splash around at the water park
13 minutes by car from Ohio University and 12 minutes from Woodcock Nature Preserve

This cottage offers its guests a water park and a spa tub. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly cottage.

This Albany cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

1st Choice Cabin Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

A hot tub

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking
Car required

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

2 bathrooms
Bath or shower
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Soap

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Smart TV with cable/satellite service
Pool or billiards table
Ping pong table
Games room
DVD player
Books
Video library
Games

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On the lake
On the waterfront
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Near outlet shopping
Near a zoo

Things to do

Water park
Water sports equipment
Golf on site
Kayaking on site
Boating on site
Fishing nearby
Hunting nearby
Ecotours nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Power boating nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Winery tours nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

General

Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Note from host: Weddings & private parties

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 there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Beautiful Lakeview Retreat on a private 5-acre Lake near Athens & Hocking Hills Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

2/10 Terrible

Erin M.

10 Oct 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not worth the money

My fiancé and I were hoping to enjoy a romantic getaway. When we first arrived we noticed the front door was rusting on the bottom, the screens were ripped, the door on master suite was difficult to see through, ceiling fans and vents were covered in dust, there was mold in the shower, some lights weren’t working, the drawers would come off the tracks, and the dishwasher had a few issues. The.cabin is also much closer to the other two cabins than is shown in the pictures. We had a group in the closer cabin that was blasting their music and yelling all hours of the night, which prevent us from trying to relax and enjoy the hot tub and outdoors. I wouldn’t recommend this cabin. It is way over priced for the rundown house and outdoor area.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy j., Austintown, OH

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Vacation

Beautiful house. Nice big deck to relax on . Husband fished on lake. We had several bonfires at night. Loved the place. Will stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen P.

11 Aug 2024

Lakeview retreat

Property was partially painted. Not very eye appealing. Garage doors were dirty. ( Mud or something thrown across them) easy clean. Boats were full of water. Should have been checked before scheduled stay. Glider on porch had bolt missing so not usable. Easy fix. Lights in hot tub didnt work. No paddles for canoe. Game room was just garage.very hot and smelly so didnt use. I felt the orice was too high for what we got. Although it was fairly clean. And a beautiful area.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol P.

26 Jun 2024

Lakeview

Lacking in curb appeal as the photos were taken when the property was in much better shape. Improvements need to be made on the exterior, boating equipment, and deck. Interior is pretty much as seen in the photos, but lacking in some minor amenities. These were brought to the attention of the rental manager. The view of the lake is beautiful

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

8 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

moms weekend 2024

perfect place for us to gather and hang. We cooked and danced and sang. wonderful memories were made! Thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

james c.

8 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful lakeside home

Easy, convenient check-in. Great location! House was great! I'd definitely stay there again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

25 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get away near awesomely beautiful sites

Fun. Cozy. Everything worked. Did little fishing and had couple fires. Such family fun!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy M.

8 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to Athens and lovely place!

My boyfriend, sister, and brother in law stayed for a weekend with the main reason to visit Ohio University as Alumni. This place was a perfect distance away and a great location. The house was very clean and perfect for our group with the games/hot tub/ fire pit. Check in was easy and the company was quick to respond to a question via email. Will definitely come back when the weather is warmer!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen and Jack S., Westerville/Ohio

25 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and location

The property was in a great location. We enjoyed being by the lake and walking our dogs around the property. The house was clean and gave us plenty of room for our family. The grandsons loved being able to play pool in the garage. we had a little problem getting the door code, but a Vrbo employee worked diligently at finding the info we needed to get into the house. Would stay here again if in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

lucky l., Dayton Ohio

2 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Hot tub

We went for the hot tub. I told them that. It was not working. Repair guy did not fix it. Everything else was fine.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Allison B., Cincinnati ohio

26 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

First night (friday) hottub wasn't working . I called Saturday morning to notify them about the issue and was told theyd try to send someone out. In the binder left at the property it says to call to notify them about this issue (obviously this is something that happens a lot) . I heard nothing back so called again Saturday evening and was told maybe the maintenance man didnt have cell service and thats it. So going 2 days nights without the hottub . Sunday around 4pm ( we are due to check out monday morning) the guy finally shows up . Takes the hottub panel off "fixes" the problem and leaves . The hottub was ice cold at that point and he Didnt even replace the panel so wires are then exposed. The wiring coming from the breaker box arent insulationed which is not up to code . So needless to say we couldnt use the hottub even if it was working . We were traveling with our daughter that has special needs and uses a wheelchair, we would have NEVER booked this property had we had known the hottub was like this. She needs away to relax her body after a long day in her chair. Its was obvious that this is an on going problem because it is stated in several reviews but in their cases it was fixed fast . If youre going to continue to advertise you have a hottub maybe invest in one that is safe and works. Its very unfortunate because other than that and some minor repair issues that need addressed it could be a wonderful place. The cleaning staff definitely do an amazing job.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda F.

18 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little property

We came for a quick getaway. This place was lovely. Very clean. Minor issues that were attended to quickly. Nothing that impacted our stay. The pool table is a nice addition. We enjoyed multiple games on one of the rainy days of our stay. Great location and the food from Lucky’s is close and delicious!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika H.

13 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay.

Came for parents week. This was a great place for the parents to stay. Have a daughter and two nieces at OU. The house was beautiful. It was nice to be able to have places to sit and talk and to cook/eat. It wasn't far from campus. We had a little challenge finding it but once there were pleased with our entire stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia K.

12 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the Lake!

We all had a great time at your place for Labor Day Weekend! My grandson, who is 10, just loved fishing off the dock and the paddle boat! They really enjoyed the pool table and basketball game in the garage.We did a couple of hikes at Hocking Hills too! It was a very enjoyable and relaxing weekend! Thanks for a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

21 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Surprise trip before school starts

Great property…the posted pictures don’t do it justice. My two sons and enjoyed our three night stay. We just wish we could’ve stayed longer. Nothing to complain about.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Crystal H.

27 Jul 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness

Lake view Retreat Review

The stay was fun! There were some issues with the place like the ceiling above the bedroom shower is severely peeling, most of the blinds were messed up, the screens had holes in them, and it could have been cleaner, along with other smaller issues. But it is a great location! We love the lake, and had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

22 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week

Fabulous property loved ever moment, our umbrella was broken but without hesitation it was replaced. Looking forward to booking my next year vacation.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

10 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Lake Retreat

This property was everything we had hoped for. The setting is very tranquil and peaceful and we had great neighbors beside us. They had a couple of kids and it was fun watching the kids splashing around in the lake while I was peacefully fishing off of the private dock. The only thing I found to be a little upsetting was that the outside furniture had to be cleaned before we could use it. Other than that, it was a great stay and we will definitely be returning in the future.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Joe A.

28 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

Beautiful property! Hot tub was broken, disappointed about that, because it was ONE of the main reasons we decided to stay there. Called property manager first night and they sent someone but really didn’t talk to us. Called out again due to hot tub not working and we just got ignored. Had some issues with little stuff like can openers and coffee pot and stove. They really need to start keeping up with property. The umbrella was broken for the table on deck, the kind of money you spend to stay you should have everything up to date!! I understand things happen, but again for the amount of money you spend for a night then everything should be up to date and should not be ignored when calling out to get things looked at. Other then that it is a very beautiful property!! Loved the paddle boats and canoe.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael s., Portsmouth ohio

16 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

PLEASANT TRIP

EVERYTHING WAS GREAT

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

schlelia d.

20 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekday getaway

Beautiful property on a private lake. We had fun on the paddle boat. Hot tub wasnt working properly but management team sent someone out eight away to fix the issue. I love that we were able to bring our dur baby. She had a wonderful time as well.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth G., Avon, USA

13 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great retreat!!

Loved the paddle boats, canoes, hot tub, and pool table. Lots to keep us busy. The house was very clean and updated. More than enough room for our family of 4. Would have liked to have a few blankets for the beds.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayme R.

27 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice!

We had a lovely time. The house is as advertised. It’s super nice and was very clean. We accidentally left a box of crab legs in the fridge. Just an FYI. I apologize for that! Thanks for the wonderful stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROSELLA G.

6 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

2 night stay

The host was incredibly accommodating! Bad weather caused snags in our stay, but our host did everything in their power to make sure we were taken care of properly. We stay at the 1850 Inn which is beautiful, spacious and clean. I would highly recommend staying at this house if you are in this area. Can't thank the host enough!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian I.

1 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet weekend

My wife and I stayed for a weekend the house was nice and the surrounding area was quiet. The Hot tub wouldn’t go above 88 degrees that’s my only complaint. Other then that it was a great weekend. My wife and I will be going back with our kids.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023