10/10 Excellent
Sharyn S.
28 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sharyn S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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Peaceful Luxurious Getaway! Large, private 3-Level Home w/Fireplace on 5 acres!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Convertible bed(s)
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Peaceful Luxurious Getaway! Large, private 3-Level Home w/Fireplace on 5 acres!
Look no further!! This is it!!
Everything You Need for a Stress-Free Trip!!!!
This Custom-Built 3-Level Home is bordered by Brush Creek State Forest in
Beautiful Adams County, Ohio! It's large but Cozy!
2,300 square feet to spread out in!!!!
FREE Upgraded Wi-Fi!
ALL Amenities Included! Less you have to pack!!
Relax by the beautiful indoor gas fireplace or
Just Walk off the Porch and you are in Brush Creek State Forest
where nature and wildlife abound!
Covered Porches overlook Forest & Mountain Stream
Smores, Campfires and Stars at Night, Walks in the mornings
Just 1 hour from Jungle Jim's Eastgate
Straight out St. Rt. 32
An Easy Drive
Leave the Stress behind!
CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT: Check-in time is 4:00 p.m./check-out time is 11:00 a.m. The home has an entry gate and a lock box; we send you the codes approximately three days prior to your arrival.
Early Check-In: Many people request early check-in. We'll accommodate early check-in whenever we can. However, if someone is leaving the same day, it takes the cleaning crew the entire time between bookings to clean, do laundry, etc.
The non-refundable Early Check-In fee is $25.00 per hour. Just send a message through Vrbo, and if we're able to accommodate, we'll add the Early Check-In fee to your reservation.
2 OUTDOOR FIRE PITs: 1 in woods and 1 on side patio. FREE firewood is provided.
FREE Upgraded WIFI: The home has WiFi; the password is located on the side of the fridge. Connect your cell phones to the WiFi to text or make phone calls from there.
TV: DISH Satellite.
Numerous Hiking Trails:
Quick Hikes within a mile of the home, we have Shoemaker Nature Preserve. Five miles from our home is Chalet Nivale, Shaded hollows, vertical cliffs, rare plants, carved out by two of Ohio's cleanest streams. Both are easier excellent hikes. Fort Hill is a hike through a mature forest to the top of the ridge where a 2000 yr old mystery of the Hopewell culture awaits. Hike more intense Buzzard's Roost, or check out the Arc of Appalachia's site for more challenging hikes. And for the easiest of all, and maybe the best...Enter the Forest at the bottom of our drive. It is flat for 1 mile, and you rarely see anyone, just deer and turkey.
Recreation/Swimming:
Long's Retreat - fun for the whole family - swimming, canoe/kayak rentals, putt-putt, water slides, arcade room and much, much more!
Mineral Springs Lake - only 8 miles away. Swimming and lots of family fun!! We've personally seen their fresh water jellyfish - pretty awesome!
Shawnee State Park - canoe rental and fishing. Approximately 20 miles away.
Dining:
Murphin Ridge Inn - 5-star dining
The Scioto Ribber - Portsmouth. Great food!
Greene Beanery - a great place to get coffee, sandwiches, soups and treats. Free Wi-Fi. Wonderful ambiance!
Blake’s Pharmacy - old fashioned soda counter!
Giovanni's Pizza - right in Peebles - everyone loves their pizza!
Local Attractions:
Miller's Amish Market - sweets, treats, meats, furniture, buggy rides and more!
Serpent Mound - an internationally known National Historic Landmark built by the ancient American Indian cultures of Ohio.
Tater Ridge Antiques - located in the Wheat Ridge Amish Community.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Run dishwasher, unload and put clean dishes away
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Cashless transactions are available
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Peebles
Located in Peebles, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. Serpent Mound and Piketon Mounds are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Adams Lake State Park and Brush Creek State Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Scioto County Fairgrounds and Lake White State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Peebles, OH
What's nearby
- Brush Creek State Forest - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Serpent Mound - 22 min drive - 21.7 km
- Shawnee State Park - 44 min drive - 50.7 km
- Dogwood Pass - 48 min drive - 64.2 km
- Shawnee State University - 49 min drive - 63.9 km
Restaurants
- Locust Grove Dairy Bar - 13 min drive
- Village Inn Restaurant - 17 min drive
- Giovanni's Pizza - 18 min drive
- Peebles Dairy Bar - 17 min drive
- Diner 41 - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amber B.
20 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Amber B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
melissa m.
22 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
melissa m.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Zeke S.
2 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Zeke S.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda C.
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat in the woods
Linda C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gail M.
30 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation
Gail M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Erin M.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great escape for two families!
Erin M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Theresa W.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Cabin
Theresa W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Giddy G.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away with family
Giddy G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
9 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family getaway
Karen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe and Wendy P.
26 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Joe and Wendy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Jen
1 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jen
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ken L.
6 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place to stay!
Ken L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bobbie F.
26 Sept 2018
We had a fantastic time!!
Bobbie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Dave H.
12 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay off the beaten path!
Dave H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jodi L.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
Jodi L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robin B.
20 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fun family getaway!
Robin B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janet B.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful!!
Janet B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jorie E.
28 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving retreat
Jorie E.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Bruce F.
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice BIG House, set out in the "Wilderness, "
Bruce F.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christi P.
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private and quiet
Christi P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dave H.
23 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, very nice and spacious!
Dave H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a house in the woods
Melissa C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
david e.
16 Dec 2017
Annual trip!
david e.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
10/10 Excellent
Anna C.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay!
Anna C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Deb & Lee Giles
One day after work I decided to take a wooded road across the creek and toward the forest. When I reached the sign for the forest, I looked and the owner was putting up a "for sale" sign! What are the chances of that?? We love being able to provide a clean, relaxing atmosphere for people to get away and enjoy themselves. Life is too short and too full of stress these days; we're happy to share this wonderful place!!
Why they chose this property
The surrounding area is absolutely beautiful, and The Sanctuary of Adams County is literally the last house before entering Brush Creek State Forest in Adams County, Ohio. Flora and fauna are gorgeous - you'll see trees and plants here that don't grow anywhere else! The white-tail deer and wild turkeys are beautiful. It's also in Amish country, so you'll most likely see Amish buggies on the road. A rare gem indeed that you'll definitely want to visit!!
What makes this property unique
This is a one-of-a-kind location offering relaxation and peacefulness, yet with plenty to do if you want to. Nestled up to your own private forest, you can watch deer and wild turkey while you sip coffee on your covered porches. Or if you choose, from the end of the driveway take a walk through the forest on level ground that leads you a quarter of a mile into this pristine Ohio forest land located at the base of Tener mountain. Check out Shoemaker Preserve, and Arc of Appalachia, also The Buckeye Trail at Davis Memorial Preserve for some great hikes. If it's fun you're looking for, Long's Retreat offers many activities, Mineral Springs is close by as well as Dailey's Double Pay Lake, with some huge fish! Serpent Mound is is an internationally known National Historic Landmark - only 10 miles away. Ben's Happy Trails offers horseback riding and King's Island is a top tourist attraction in the U.S., less than an hour and a half away. Miller's Amish Bakery & Furniture is only 16 miles away - you won't want to miss that!
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