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Cozy Cottage w/wood stove, firepit, pond & hiking trails near Snow Trails

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Willow Cottage - winter sunset
Cottage front - picnic table seats 8 - park style grill
A backyard with a fire pit, four Adirondack chairs, and a stack of firewood.
pond bridge and gazebo - bridge lit at night - spring
picnic pavilion w/bar and picnic table - can be lit for night use

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Snow Trails
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Mansfield, OH
  • Place, Snow Trails
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohio State Reformatory
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marion, OH (MNN-Marion Municipal)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Cozy Cottage w/wood stove, firepit, pond & hiking trails near Snow Trails

Relax in our cozy cottage on scenic Possum Run. Watch wildlife, sunsets and starry skies from the covered front porch with beautiful west view, explore the 65 acres of woods and fields, swim or boat on the freshwater pond then grill out and sit around the large campfire circle. Gather around the handmade dining table (seats 6) for meals, games or puzzles, curl up on the large couch to watch a movie. Sleep well in a comfy queen bed or pick your bunk. Couch makes into a queen for additional sleeping. You can fill your days staying close or venture out to the many area attractions near Mansfield.

***Our rate is for 4 people. Additional guests are $20 per person. Max 6 people***

Please read the house rules "view more" posted on VRBO policy page - there's no fishing (including catch & release) in our pond but several nearby lakes offer fishing.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Hike, swim, boat, wildlife observation
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Events

No events allowed
Pavilion is available for events - extra fee
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No hunting, no trapping, no fishing, no catch & release, no shooting, no fireworks, no weapons. We take our wildlife duty of care seriously.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1943993vb
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
Note from host: Pavilion is available for events - extra fee
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mansfield

Located in Mansfield, this cottage is in a rural area. Ohio State Reformatory and Mansfield Memorial Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mohican State Park and Malabar Farm State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Infield Amusement Center, or check out an event or a game at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Mansfield, OH

What's nearby

  • Snow Trails - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course - 16 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Ohio State Reformatory - 16 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Mohican State Park - 16 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Kingwood Center - 17 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Marion, OH (MNN-Marion Municipal) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Local at 97 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage w/wood stove, firepit, pond & hiking trails near Snow Trails pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Cottage w/wood stove, firepit, pond & hiking trails near Snow Trails?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage w/wood stove, firepit, pond & hiking trails near Snow Trails?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage w/wood stove, firepit, pond & hiking trails near Snow Trails?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cozy Cottage w/wood stove, firepit, pond & hiking trails near Snow Trails located?

This family-friendly Mansfield cottage is located in a rural location, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Snow Trails, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Malabar Farm State Park and Mohican River. Gorman Nature Center and Bellville Dog Park Finnigans Run are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed at this property now for several years and it never disappoints!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a relaxing and wonderful stay. Enjoyed exploring the area! Kris was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Close to the stores but also back in the country. Clean and very nice amenities. Easy check in and check out. Host is very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin, stocked with everything we needed and more. Relaxing view of the pond across the street - kayaks and paddle boats were available if we'd had time to use them. Host was very responsive to our (few) questions. It was the perfect property for our weekend and we'd definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy and convenient for skiing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle T.

Liked: Location
The cottage was clean and had everything thing you need for your stay. The host makes sure everything is stocked and is easy to get a hold of if you may need anything. Only down fall, the steepness of the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Comfortable property lovely hosts!

Very nice lodging, hosts very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cottage with all the necessities. The owners were amazing and very helpful. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shawn p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is always very clean, comfortable, well appointed & conveniently located. I will continue to stay here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Family ski weekend

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with wonderful touches, such as kind note and Buckeye chocolates!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Fantastic place! What a hidden gem!

Our stay was just about perfect! It has a great location near fun local things to do, the cottage itself is adorable & on a lovely property. The host was attentive & we had a great girls weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
will stay again...liked the pond and the kayaks....owners very nice...cute cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dante Z.

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

Perfect getaway

Wonderful cozy cottage, pond with gazebo and hiking trails provide plenty of onsite activities, perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Cute little cottage

The little cottage was cute and was exactly like you see in the pictures. The owner was very responsive and we enjoyed the cottage, campfire, and pond. We would definitely go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Wedding weekend

This cottage was the perfect place for my daughter for her wedding weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Cozy Cottage while attending the Moto America races at Mid Ohio. It’s the perfect location. Close to track, yet far enough to enjoy the peace and quiet. The cabin was very clean and stocked with everything you need. We had a great time, and hope to return next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faith M.

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

Perfect Getaway!

This is such a cozy little place that allowed us to disconnect from the world for a little while. Close to gas stations and food while capturing the woodsy vibe. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cozy cabin was absolutely lovely and well equipped. Krista was incredibly responsive. We loved the wood burning fireplace and appreciate that our hosts had a well stocked wood pile waiting for us. There were so many thoughtful touches that really made this stay special. We look forward to returning in warmer months to explore the grounds and make use of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter B.

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

Splendid

We had a 3 night stay our time there was perfect all we had to do was get our food to eat. Everything else that you needed was provided I would love to come back there in an instant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A.

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

Everything was great!!

This was our third year staying in the cottage and similar to the past two years, our stay was great!! We look forward to returning in 2024.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Peaceful

We loved it! And Kris the owner is so kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kris Mason

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Your hosts are Kris and Mike - sister and brother. We retired early from city-based life to start our own family farm.

Why they chose this property

Willow Cottage and Pond shared a border with our farm. When the previous owner decided to sell, we jumped at the chance to add this delightful property to our homestead.

What makes this property unique

Located on scenic Possum Run Road in Mansfield, we are near many Richland County attractions and less than a mile to Snow Trails.

Languages:

English

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