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Pool
Dining

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 132978 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Yellow Springs, OH
  • Place, John Bryan State Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Clifton Mill
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dayton, OH (DAY-James M. Cox Dayton Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Art of Seclusion

This secluded property sits on five acres with a pool available during the spring and summer months, outdoor barbecue grill and over 20 different type of trees on the property. This is perfect for your extended family vacations, family reunions, or retreats! Come experience the Art of Seclusion.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: less than 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the neighborhood

Cedarville

Cedarville is home to this vacation home. Old Clifton Mill and Clifton Opera House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at John Bryan State Park and Yellow Jacket Golf Driving Range and Putting Green. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Carleton Davidson Stadium or WSU Nutter Center.
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Yellow Springs, OH

What's nearby

  • John Bryan State Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Clifton Mill - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Clifton Opera House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Wright-Patterson AFB - 18 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

  • Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Young's Jersey Dairy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Historic Clifton Mill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bogey's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Springs Brewery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Art of Seclusion have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Art of Seclusion?

As of Apr 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Art of Seclusion on May 3, 2026 start from $389, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Art of Seclusion pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Art of Seclusion?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Art of Seclusion?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Art of Seclusion located?

Situated in Cedarville, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Old Clifton Mill, Clifton Opera House, and John Bryan State Park. Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve and Cedarville University are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house on awesome piece of property.Plenty of room for guests. 3full baths. Host was attentive and quick to respond.We stayed in early March so no pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful place
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious home. It was very clean. Plenty of linens. The only downside is the cell service and internet is not good. Of course this is not the fault of the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P.

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

Family Getaway

House was clean and comfortable. Plenty of space for family to either be together or be separate. Lovely, secluded setting. We saw a cardinal couple in the roses and some bunnies in the back yard. Owner was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

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

We did 3 days in biking on the trials in Ohio two of those we road from the and made loop

We did three days of biking on trials in OhioTwo days we just road from the house and made a loop
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Raymond G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Met our needs perfectly

We needed accommodations for two couples and three solo travelers. This property met those needs just fine.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

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

Bike weekend

We had great time We had 9 bikers and we road the local trials Had some good food at the local places
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcus C.

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

Overall Good Stay

Property was excluded from the others around, which was very nice. Property was pretty well taken care of. Nothing really to complain about. Overall, it was a good stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Tournament Stay

We had a local volleyball tournament to attend from Wednesday through Saturday. I had 10 players and 2 coaches staying at the house together. It was perfect with lots of space and room to hang out in between matches. The kitchen was great and very well stocked with everything you would need to cook with. We had all of our meals at the house and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Pool

We thought pool would be open but it was not. The property is very nice and spacious. A lot has been recently redone and is great. It was very close to Yellow Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy A.

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

Thanksgiving 2024

Positives: great location and ample space for large groups. Areas of opportunities: need more dishes and glass ware to match the occupancy of the house. Need extra blankets and pillows. Lighting in all downstairs areas except kitchen was dim. Just need more lamps and brighter bulbs. It meet all our needs and we will stay there again if we have another holiday family get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonelle W.

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

Our Agility Group

The house accommodated us very well. However we were so busy with Championship that we basically just slept there and were unable to enjoy the amenities. It was well situated to the Fairgrounds and restaurants. The home needs upgrading, the carpet is very old and stained, the bedrooms need a chair and night stand. It was quiet and the yard was very nice. The home needs pest control. We would come back for another visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

john o.

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

Yellow Springs

House was close to where we were visiting relatives. Plenty of space, secluded and quiet. Wasn’t really near any type of shopping area. No place close by to eat. Didn’t have cell service (Verizon) so couldn’t call anyone from the house. Great place if you just want peace and quiet. Had plenty of all the amenities, linen, dishes. Overall good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori W.

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

Perfect getaway house with a stunning scenery!

We chose this property due to the beautiful scenery surrounding it as we used the space for a small wedding reception with our closest family. The house is very open, with multiple cozy living rooms, the bedrooms were large with comfy beds, and the sun room was a great place to relax and enjoy a cup of coffee in. Every was fully stocked and equipped with anything we might have needed. We were able to capture some of the most breathtaking pictures outside. We will absolutely be back in the summer so we can enjoy the pool then and we will always remember how special this property was to us. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

DEBORAH C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Over promised, Under delivered

Coffee pot did not work Dishwasher does not work Clorhes dryer takes a LONG time to dry Not very "Handicap" accessible
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mona D.

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

Family time

The house was plenty big enough. Was disappointed we couldn’t use the swimming pool. I even email about the pool being open. It was hot and would have been nice to use. Shouldn’t advertise a pool if you can’t use it. Lots of spider webs everywhere and ants in the kitchen, they were getting in the food. The place is very nice, just needs to be better maintained Inside and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Great stay with plenty of space for our large group!

This was a great find for our weekend with 3 families. There is PLENTY of space both inside and out so you don’t feel like you’re on top of each other. The kitchen was well-stocked for making a few meals and we also took advantage of the grill one afternoon. The pool was up and running and very clean. The kids had a blast playing and it was a great way to cool down and get their energy out :) The place was clean and there were tons of towels stacked in a hall closet. Also note - there are 3 full baths (not 2) - a very pleasant surprise. As other reviews mentioned, there is also a washer/dryer, which came in handy. I will echo another review that we couldn't get the dishwasher working, but it seems like it was run by the cleaners prior, so it may have been user error. We just kept up on the few dishes we used and survived. Overall this place provided the space and comfort we needed and I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Clark and Karin R.

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

Good Location and Space, Mediocre Maintenance

This house has several bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas, which is great for a large group. It is secluded in a really nice, lush green, wooded area. Some parts of the house are updated really nicely; others are outdated and in need of repair (e.g. holes in walls, cloudy full length mirror.) There is a washer and dryer not mentioned in the listing. Closet in master bedroom was locked and another bedroom's closet had a dresser taking up all the space, so we had to use the closet rod in another bedroom for our hanging clothes. It was decently clean, but not what I would call sparkling clean or above and beyond (tons of dead bugs in the light fixture shades, note from cleaning staff said the towels were still in the dryer when we arrived, only 2 dishwasher tabs there for our 5-day stay, no artwork on the walls; there were ants and stink bugs in the house--it is in the woods after all, but once my husband removed the 10-20 stink bugs, we didn't see any more of them.) Coffee machine kept stopping partway through--might have been clogged. First floor bed had noisy cover. Pool was not in service. Owner had us check/shut off water filling the pool, and take the trash bin down the very long driveway to the curb for trash day. These aren't necessarily dealbreakers that would keep my from staying here again if I were in the area with a large group, but for what we paid for cleaning and other fees, I would expect a little more attention to detail.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Carrine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Property manager was terrible! No water no electricity and would not refund me.

I booked this house for a weekend for my family for an out of town wedding and there was no water and no electricity when we arrived. I knew this would not be good as the property manager was horrible at communication prior to our check in and was very delayed in getting back to me. In advance of our stay, and before my refund date, I asked if I could shorten my stay from 3 nights to 2 nights. It took him 4 days to get back to me. He said he would refund me 1 night but ended up charging me a higher price for the first 2 nights so there was 0 refund. I basically had to check out earlier for the same price. When we arrived at the house for our 4pm check in there was no power and no water. I texted and called him repeatedly for over an hour. We were running late for the wedding rehearsal by this time and needed to shower. I had to book 4 hotel rooms to accommodate my family. He called me after about 90 minutes and said he would try getting the power company to come out to the house. I told him I had to book several hotel rooms and would like a refund. He said he'd think about that later. I never heard back from him. I sent numerous texts through the VRBO app and called several times. No response. I called VRBO and they were trying to get a refund but no response for weeks. Finally a full month later I reached out to my credit card company and they refunded my money. This was a horrible experience. Do not book with this property manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rented this property for employees working out of town.Home is easy check in check out. Beautiful, secluded property. Very nice yard.Owner communicated well for last minute extended stay and through out the extended stay.Perfect place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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