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Private Cabin- 6 Acres w/Four Suites near Story & Nashville

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A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a forested area.
A log cabin with a wooden exterior, a porch, and a staircase leading to a deck.
A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, a small table, a rug, and a wooden wall.
A pathway lined with trees and illuminated by string lights.
A cozy wooden cabin with a bed, dresser, and a television.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Nashville, IN
  • Place, Brown County State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hard Truth Distilling Company
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Brown County Music Center
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

+2
4 King Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

4 bathrooms, 4 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Private Cabin- 6 Acres w/Four Suites near Story & Nashville

This cabin is called "The Rustic Retreat at Story's Edge" and is a beautiful cabin in Brown County Indiana. This cabin features four completely individual suites. Perfect for groups / families to have own space but a place to gather together. Sitting on almost 6 acres of woods and surrounded by State Parks, you will love this relaxing, quiet get away.
Large outdoor deck with seating. Fire-pit, grilling area, and an old fashioned sauna with wood stove. This property is a very short walk to the Story Inn and close to several Brown County State Park and Hoosier National Forest Trails. Whether you want to stay in and relax, or be active at one of Brown County's many attractions, there will be tons of options.
The upper level includes two large suites that can be combined by a shared interior door, or left closed for privacy. The lower level has the same layout with two identical suites. Each level features a large wrap around deck. Each suite has a private entrance, sofa, chair, king bed, dining table, and bathroom w/ double vanity. The sofa in two of the four units is a queen sleeper sofa for additional beds. There is also a rollaway bed available. One of the four suites has a full kitchen and large dining room table. The remaining three suites have a mini refrigerator and/or a toaster oven or microwave.
This is our favorite place to gather with family and friends while still having some privacy! We are pet friendly! Do you have horses! We also have a horse site available with stalls, water, and electric.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2707586vb
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Nashville

Located in Nashville, this cabin is in a rural area. Salt Creek Golf Retreat and Bear Wallow Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brown County State Park and Tangeman Woods. Brown County Playhouse and Indiana Raptor Center are also worth visiting.
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Nashville, IN

What's nearby

  • Brown County State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hard Truth Distilling Company - 19 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Brown County Music Center - 19 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Brown County Playhouse - 21 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 52 min drive - 51.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Story Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Annie Nugent Lobby - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Trails End & The PanHead Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gnaw Brew - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Cabin- 6 Acres w/Four Suites near Story & Nashville pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Private Cabin- 6 Acres w/Four Suites near Story & Nashville?

As of 20 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Cabin- 6 Acres w/Four Suites near Story & Nashville on 21 Feb, 2027 start from S$2,260, 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.

How much is parking at Private Cabin- 6 Acres w/Four Suites near Story & Nashville?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Cabin- 6 Acres w/Four Suites near Story & Nashville?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Cabin- 6 Acres w/Four Suites near Story & Nashville?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Cabin- 6 Acres w/Four Suites near Story & Nashville located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Brown County State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Salt Creek Golf Retreat and Bear Wallow Distillery. Brown County Music Center and Hard Truth Distilling Company are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very private. A nice place to enjoy the outdoors.This property allows togetherness or separation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at the rustic retreat! Perfect space for our family’s gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the quiet location and everything about the cabin was thoughtful. Thank you for preparing such a beautiful space. It was exactly what our 3 families needed as a home base for a wedding weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was wonderful! Everything was very clean, had all the amenities we needed for a great Thanksgiving, and had plenty of room for the whole family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Rustic Retreat. The setting is lovely and peaceful, and our family spent many hours on the back deck in the evening. We rented the whole cabin and used the upstairs suites as our gathering place. The rooms are spacious and the beds are comfortable. It is definitely an “in the woods” experience, but our family really enjoyed our stay. Cara was a responsive and excellent host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend!!!

Nice cabin and property. Short walk to the Story Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice getaway

Thank you for the opportunity to get away to a nice place. Everything was clean and the location was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Brown County Cabin

Close to the State Park and right in the middle of the little town of Story, this cabin is beautiful on the inside and out. We really enjoyed our stay! Also, it is only 20 minutes from Nashville which was nice so we could go to restaurants and shops. We definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Proposal weekend

The stay was a wonderful time, very clean and comfortable. The property is hidden in the hills and secluded, which made for a very nice and quiet stay! I would recommend this property to my friends and family looking for a nice and relaxing long weekend trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us and we are so glad you had a wonderful trip!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is way cute, vaulted ceilings and window view makes it. It has a charming Path to the Story Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beautiful piece of wooded property. Fire pit was great. Lots of space for sleeping. Main kitchen was a bit cramped for our group. Additional bedding materials would have been appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall great experience

quiet and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The anniversary trip

Nice cabin needs a little more lighting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay!

Exactly what we were looking for! Very nice cabin just on the edge of the small town but enough away for privacy, up on the hill. Property manager was very responsive, and I really appreciated the attention to detail, comfort, and cleanliness. I would definitely recommend and likely come again myself.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic Retreat Review

This wonderful property is located in the historic district of Story Indiana! The house was clean and stocked with a few items to make your stay easier! The balcony was amazing! Very quite place to relax. The owners were flexible and easy to work with. We really appreciate that they are pet friendly as is is hard to find places that are and we love traveling with our 2 dogs!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
We think that the brown couch in the upper suite has bed bugs. My son slept there and he really got ate up. No one else did.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Winter Hiking Teip

Loved the sauna “the smudge” we throughly enjoyed visiting the cabins and will definitely come back when it’s warmer…and maybe try and rent out all the cabins with family and friends so we can get the most out of family time together. Brown county never disappoints 🤩
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creepy

Creepiest place I've ever stayed. Nasty pond unmowed grass poison ivy everywhere. We left 1 day early.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2022
Brian. I'm sorry you feel that way. Considering you didn't know how to use a numbered keypad, I was concerned myself about your booking. Perhaps next time, read the name of the property "Rustic Retreat." We have MANY MANY five star reviews. Our property is beautiful, rustic, surrounded by woods, and sits on a hill (there really isn't much to mow?) and a pond. I would recommend you consider further researching before your next booking.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to Stay in Story IN. We will come back!

We were in the Treehouse and it does not have a kitchen. It does have more than most hotels. We brought what we needed for meal prep and clean up. My husband said he missed having a kitchen but i am not sure why since he never really uses one ;) We came to visit a close friend and share the experience of the total eclipse. There is hiking close by and the Story Inn and tavern walking distance. The accommodations, the eclipse, the weather were all PERFECT
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Snowbound in Story

This was my second time staying at this property, this time I traveled with my in laws and booked the adjoining room as well this time. Area had a lot of snow the evening of checkin, but we had 2 meals at the Story Inn and one in the kitchenette. Got a little shopping done in Nashville once the roads were cleared. And of course enjoyed the sauna! A slightly snowbound trip but beautiful and low key and enjoyable. Would book again if I’m in the area, maybe a different season since I’ve done winter twice now…
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

treehouse cabin

We didn't have any hot water on sunday, so couldn't take a shower, saturday was fine, lots of hot water, don't know what happened on sunday. Kinda disappointed it didn't have a full size frig and no microwave or sink in kitchen. It was clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun getaway

Overall good. Although cabin appeared clean, after walking in cabin in stocking feet,we noticed bottom of socks covered with pet hair. Snowed 5 inches before arrival, the driveway was cover and slick, it ws hard to determine where parking area began and ended. We had to move snow in order to get cabin door to open.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Rustic Retreat

Loved all the extras with this property i.e. robes, snacks, and rustic decor and it was clean. Secluded and relaxing stay. We however could not get the code to work on the keypad (Luckly the siding door was left unlocked). We called the owners but never got a response and had to leave the unit unlocked whenever we left. We tried the keypad ten times a day. It was a simple keypad and instructions; we could lock it from the outside but could not unlock it. We did end up leaving a day early. For the most part we were there only ones staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful location!

We went for the scenery and the scenery and the solitude did not disappoint! This location is serene and just what we needed. However, it was disappointing that when we got there, the unit had not been cleaned from the previous person. When we got ahold of the owner, she told us to go to the bottom unit and we could stay there instead. We went to that one and it wasn’t cleaned either. Not a good start☹️. When we let them know this, they said they would have someone there to clean within the hour and they did! They even gave us a small refund for the inconvenience. Cooking in the unit was a bit of a challenge because there isn’t a kitchen, just a Ninja oven and no kitchen sink to wash anything, except the bathroom sink. But we were only there for the weekend, so we made it work. But the owner was helpful and the location is great is you want to get away from the crazy, so knowing these things, I would still recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Please Read Before Booking

First off, we enjoyed our stay. The area is nice and quiet. The other guests that were staying in the other cabins were quiet. We loved that we got to bring our dogs! The cabin was clean and the host was quick to fix a bedding issue that we ran in to. However, there are things you need to be aware of before booking. There is no kitchen in this cabin. I know the picture shows a small kitchen area which is a bit misleading. There is no kitchen sink, no oven, and they did not even provide water for us to drink. We had to go out and get water bottles, plates and silverware. If you were planning on cooking any meals while staying here, you will not be able to. It was also frustrating because the picture shows that there is a coffee pot in the cabin but they have since replaced it with a one cup Keurig. If I had know this, I would have prepared differently because I drink A LOT of coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cara Huffman

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Hello, we are Matt and Cara. We are real estate brokers by day and live two hours away from the cabin. We live on a small farm with our beloved animals and we enjoy horseback riding, boating, camping, and outdoor life.

Why they chose this property

We were married in Story in the summer of 2020 and fell in love with the town and people. When the log cabin sitting up on the hill overlooking Story became for sale, we decided to purchase it as a place to stay during our frequent visits, and as an investment property so others could enjoy it as much as we did. We've added many amenities since the purchase and continue to improve the property as we are able. We hope you love it!

What makes this property unique

The cabin is located next to several trail heads connecting to Hoosier National Forest and Brown County State Park. We are a short walk down the driveway from Story Inn.

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