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200+ private wooded acres to explore onsite, with DirecTV, WiFi, & Pet Friendly

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Street view for the house (9/1/2020)
Open living and dining area (Summer 2023)
Well-equipped galley kitchen (August 2023)
Large prep space for cooking group meals (August 2023)
Kitchen with breakfast bar and prep space (August 2023)
Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12158 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Creola, OH
  • Popular LocationStone Valley Ranch5 min drive
  • Popular LocationHocking Hills State Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Man's Cave16 min drive
  • AirportAthens, OH (ATO-Ohio University)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

200+ private wooded acres to explore onsite, with DirecTV, WiFi, & Pet Friendly

Centrally located for all the Hocking Hills parks or enjoy exploring our private acreage for year-round nature loving . . .this is a great location for all the activities you want to enjoy.

We are just one mile south of Route 56 on State Route 93 and here, you’ll find a convenient setting to explore, sited on over 200 acres of land — in a naturally rough and hilly setting and undeveloped since 1978. If you want to explore our acreage, note that the path up the large hill behind the home is NOT paved and can have deep crevices, wear hiking boots or sturdy shoes. There may be high grass so prepare for that and dress accordingly. During spring and summer the natural brush/grass and wet weather cause quick growth and mowing does occur on a semi-regular rotation, however, it is a "rough" path. Feel free to explore and get lost in nature while there.

The land offers a natural and wooded setting with 2 lakes/ponds (created from strip mining prior to our ownership) along with high hills and the terrain to attract lots of wildlife. Deer, turkeys, coyotes, foxes, rabbits, frogs, snakes, many birds, and pheasants have all been spotted on our property.

For a more maintained path hiking experience, there are several nearby Ohio Department of Natural Resources (Lake Hope, Tar Hollow, and Lake Logan) parks with fishing available are located within easy driving distance mostly about 15-30 minutes by car from our homes. If you prefer excursions in the public parks, we are just a short drive to Lakes Logan, Alma, and Hope along with convenient access to many others including John Glenn Astronomy Park and Wayne National Forest. Public swimming is available at a few of the parks and at the Logan Municipal Pool. No swimming, fishing, or hunting is available on our property.

A 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath home is fully furnished and is located convenient to Old Man's Cave, John Glenn Astronomy Park, Ash Cave, Lakes Hope, Logan, and Alma, and Wayne National Forest.

Most of the acreage is behind the home which sits on St. Rt. 93 just one mile from Route 56. The home is located conveniently off the highway, please remember that retirees built this so it is not "in the woods", our acreage and woods to explore and enjoy are all behind the home.

No smoking (of any kind) inside the home. If you choose to smoke outside of the home, please remember to be sure the ashes are extinguished and properly dispose of ALL debris.

Dogs are permitted with an additional fee and prior arrangement. You will be responsible for pick up and removal of animal waste from the area around the home. The pet fee is per dog and is not refundable. There is a dog limit of 2 (two) total. If your animal is a service animal as defined by the ADA, we will need documentation provided to waive the pet fee.

This home provides:
• 3 bedrooms – with sleeping for 4, 4 and 3 (inflatable double height mattress for 12th person) and yes, this guest count includes children no matter the age. We do not charge a per-person additional charge so please include children in the guest count.
• 2.5 bathrooms (one with jetted bathtub & skylight and one with shower).
• a full open kitchen with prep bar and 3-5 bar seats.
• dining table with seating typically set up for 6 people; there are 2 additional dining chairs.
• loft area with game table seating for 4 (Scrabble®, board games, Dominoes, Chess set).
• reading area in lofted space with rocking chair.
• handcrafted spiral staircase to second floor (egress for emergency use to landing outside also).
• vaulted ceiling in sunken living/dining room.
• Satellite WiFi internet available (max speed can vary depending on number of connected devices, through ViaSat usually 25-50 MbPS) .
• flat screen TV in main room with DirecTV® along with ROKU® for streaming service with your own subscriptions, and DVD/VHS library also available on site.
• included local and long distance (VoIP) phone (cell phone coverage is VERY spotty although using WiFI calling can work).
• Kitchen features include: full size refrigerator (no ice maker); electric range; and microwave (utensils, pots, pans, plates, glassware, and silverware included) – you just need bring food and beverages (the house is on well water, if that is not a plus for you, please bring bottled water). Please bring your own paper towels and ICE (we do not provide ice trays).
• Some of the small electrics include: Crockpot® slow cooker, ice-cream maker (bring rock salt), toaster, handheld mixer, 4-cup electric water pot, one-cup coffee drip pot, 10-cup drip coffee maker and 10-cup percolator (usually plenty of coffee liners are there) [no Keurig®].
• We do provide kitchen dish soap and kitchen towels (no dishwasher). You’ll be responsible for washing and drying by hand and putting away.
• Bed linens, towels, & bathroom tissue is included - bring your own toiletries (and paper towels, if you need those). One bath towel and washcloth per guest/stay (found in bedrooms) and hand towels in the bathrooms.

The adjacent property is owned by members of our family, it has a cabin in the woods that is also a short-term rental. The home you are renting is where the map we provide of the rough hiking path begins for both rentals. The cabin home rents to groups of up to 6 people.

The total guest limit on both properties at any one time is a maximum of 18 people over the 200+ acres. Please be aware and practice proper physical distancing.

Please ask if you have questions BEFORE you book, we are happy to answer your inquiries.

We do NOT permit hunting on our land. We do NOT allow group events, bachelor, or bachelorette parties at our homes. We do NOT have a hot tub. The home IS close to the road, the acreage is behind the house, please view the photos for reference.

Property manager

Hatem Family/Mary Hatem - main contact
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children count in the total guest number.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
With prior permission, rules apply. Fee is per dog

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only, debris extinguished and removed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Plymouth

Located in New Plymouth, this vacation home is in a rural area. Hocking Hills State Park and Wayne National Forest Athens Unit reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Happy Trails Horseback Rides and Adventure Golf at Rempel's Grove. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Creola, OH

What's nearby

  • Stone Valley Ranch - 5 min drive
  • Hocking Hills State Park - 8 min drive
  • Ash Cave - 9 min drive
  • Old Man's Cave - 16 min drive
  • Lake Hope State Park - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kindred Spirits - 13 min drive
  • Water's Edge General Store - 16 min drive
  • Backcountry Barbecue - 13 min drive
  • Etta's General Store - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 200+ private wooded acres to explore onsite, with DirecTV, WiFi, & Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hocking Hills adventure
We enjoyed the big kitchen, jacuzzi tub and front porch, and tv. Beds were comfy. Nice accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fall getaway
our stay was amazing..very comfortable setting with plenty of space to roam. my kids and grandson loved it, so did the dog
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zona H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip to Hocking Hills
Very clean. Well stocked kitchen with plenty of dishes, glassware, silverware and just about every baking/cooking utensil you could imagine. Nice outdoor area with large firepit. Owners were very responsive to any issue we had. Beds were clean and comfortable. Decor and furnishings were an interesting older mix. Some historical information about the owners history was on display. Overall a very comfortable place to stay. Easy drive to some of the caves and other areas of interest
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodations!
We had a wonderful time! Great kitchen, fully supplied, plenty of room for 12.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stacy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Our family took a short girls trip. We had a lot of fun and really enjoyed it. We weren't at the house long. But it was nice and suited our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Hatem Family/Mary Hatem - main contact

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We are family owned and built.

Our dad and mom had a vision to retire to the country after the last of their 13 children finished high school, with that in mind, they (along with about half of the thirteen) purchased approximately 218 acres of land in northern Vinton County in 1978 and began building their retirement home in 1984.

When completed in the spring of 1986, they moved to their “home in the country” and started a journey that ran 25 years and created many happy memories. With the passing of both parents in 2010 and 2011 – the remaining 12 of us decided to embark on a new path with the same home.

Why they chose this property

The home our parents (and a few sons and friends) built with their own hands through a lot of creative ingenuity, the love mom and dad had for the land brought an idea to share it with other nature seekers. Visitors and friends include those who might enjoy time spent bird watching (like our mom) from the large picture windows salvaged from a restaurant, exploring the woods behind the house (like dad who made it up the steep hill at the age of 88), spending time in a quiet setting up in the woods, and discovering the deer and wildlife on the land. The house is comfortably furnished with all amenities for a tranquil stay in the country.

WiFi internet service is available (max speed through ViaSat is 50 Mbps) and for the most part, you'll need to use WiFi calling if you want to use your mobile phone. We do have a VoIP phone available for your use because cell service without the WiFi is SPOTTY. If you want, you will be able to truly disconnect and enjoy nature in the woods behind the home.

What makes this property unique

We do offer the ability to hike our land, keep in mind, it is not a public park and is not maintained as such. Please bring tick spray or use clothing that is tick repellant treated and/or check yourselves for ticks if you hike the woods.

Please note, both of our home's guests may be hiking the property, however, on 200+ acres it should not be a problem to physically distance.

We do not permit guest hunting on our property. We are not a barrier-free/physical handicap accessible home. We do NOT have a hot tub.

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