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Hillside Retreat - Charming Hocking Hills Home - 5BA, 4BD, 7 mi to Trails
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 123500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Laurelville, OH
- Place, Hocking Hills State Park2 min drive
- Place, Rock House at Hocking Hills State Park2 min drive
- Place, Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve10 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Crib
The Double Queens
2 Queen Beds
The Single Queen
1 Queen Bed
The Twins
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Main Floor - Full Bath 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Main Floor - Half Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Main Floor - Retreat Green Full Bath
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bath
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs - Hall Bath
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Hillside Retreat - Charming Hocking Hills Home - 5BA, 4BD, 7 mi to Trails
Looking for a private getaway in the woods?
Hillside Retreat is an upscale, spacious escape surrounded by nature and perfectly located in the heart of Hocking Hills. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and connection, this home invites you to slow down, unplug, and truly enjoy time with the people who matter most. Fewer distractions, more memories—this is a space meant to leave you refreshed and reconnected.
NEW for 2026
Game Room — a dedicated space for fun, friendly competition, and shared laughs after a day of hiking or exploring.
Parking for up to 6 Vehicles
Recent Upgrades & Amenities ('25)
Hot Tub
High-quality mattresses, linens, and towels
Dining table for 12 + second dining set for 4
Roku TVs throughout (Guest Mode for easy login)
High-speed, reliable internet
Charbroil gas grill
Fully stocked kitchen (pots, pans, utensils, plates, and more)
Fire pit with seating
Full-size sleeper sofa in the master suite
…and improvements continue.
The Rooms
With 4 full bathrooms and 1 half bath, no one has to wait to start or end their Hocking Hills adventure.
• “Dueling Queens” — 2 Queen beds, walk-in closet, private vanity with sink
• “The King” — King bed, en-suite living room with full-size sleeper sofa, bathroom with soaking tub
• “The Queen” — Queen bed, walk-in closet
• “The Twins” — 2 Twin beds
Each bedroom includes large closets stocked with extra blankets, hangers, box fans, and space heaters.
Hikers, Rejoice!!
Located just minutes from the best hiking Ohio has to offer, Hillside Retreat puts you right in the middle of it all—less than 10 minutes from most trailheads.
Distances to Trailheads
• Rock House — 1.8 miles (2 min)
• Conkle’s Hollow — 7.1 miles (10 min)
• Airplane Rock — 7.3 miles (11 min)
• Chapel Cave — 7.8 miles (12 min)
• Old Man’s Cave — 9.8 miles (15 min)
Ask us for our local guide featuring vetted dining spots, attractions, canoeing, horseback riding, and nearby essentials like Walmart (13 min).
How You’ll Enjoy the Space
✔ Open-concept design with room for everyone to spread out
✔ Main living room with oversized sectional, gas fireplace, and 55” Roku TV
✔ Second living room for separate shows or quiet downtime
✔ Loft perfect for reading, board games, or relaxing
✔ Game room fun for all ages
✔ Hot tub soaks and evening bonfires under the stars
A Snapshot of the Experience:
Wake up surrounded by trees. Hit the trails. Come home to laughter, games, a warm fire, and long conversations. Whether you’re soaking in the hot tub, competing in the game room, or sharing stories around the fire pit—Hillside Retreat is made for gathering.
Hillside Retreat is an upscale, spacious escape surrounded by nature and perfectly located in the heart of Hocking Hills. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and connection, this home invites you to slow down, unplug, and truly enjoy time with the people who matter most. Fewer distractions, more memories—this is a space meant to leave you refreshed and reconnected.
NEW for 2026
Game Room — a dedicated space for fun, friendly competition, and shared laughs after a day of hiking or exploring.
Parking for up to 6 Vehicles
Recent Upgrades & Amenities ('25)
Hot Tub
High-quality mattresses, linens, and towels
Dining table for 12 + second dining set for 4
Roku TVs throughout (Guest Mode for easy login)
High-speed, reliable internet
Charbroil gas grill
Fully stocked kitchen (pots, pans, utensils, plates, and more)
Fire pit with seating
Full-size sleeper sofa in the master suite
…and improvements continue.
The Rooms
With 4 full bathrooms and 1 half bath, no one has to wait to start or end their Hocking Hills adventure.
• “Dueling Queens” — 2 Queen beds, walk-in closet, private vanity with sink
• “The King” — King bed, en-suite living room with full-size sleeper sofa, bathroom with soaking tub
• “The Queen” — Queen bed, walk-in closet
• “The Twins” — 2 Twin beds
Each bedroom includes large closets stocked with extra blankets, hangers, box fans, and space heaters.
Hikers, Rejoice!!
Located just minutes from the best hiking Ohio has to offer, Hillside Retreat puts you right in the middle of it all—less than 10 minutes from most trailheads.
Distances to Trailheads
• Rock House — 1.8 miles (2 min)
• Conkle’s Hollow — 7.1 miles (10 min)
• Airplane Rock — 7.3 miles (11 min)
• Chapel Cave — 7.8 miles (12 min)
• Old Man’s Cave — 9.8 miles (15 min)
Ask us for our local guide featuring vetted dining spots, attractions, canoeing, horseback riding, and nearby essentials like Walmart (13 min).
How You’ll Enjoy the Space
✔ Open-concept design with room for everyone to spread out
✔ Main living room with oversized sectional, gas fireplace, and 55” Roku TV
✔ Second living room for separate shows or quiet downtime
✔ Loft perfect for reading, board games, or relaxing
✔ Game room fun for all ages
✔ Hot tub soaks and evening bonfires under the stars
A Snapshot of the Experience:
Wake up surrounded by trees. Hit the trails. Come home to laughter, games, a warm fire, and long conversations. Whether you’re soaking in the hot tub, competing in the game room, or sharing stories around the fire pit—Hillside Retreat is made for gathering.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please contact us to make your stay special!
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please contact us with details!
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
The trash is located by the driveway off Route 180. Please put your garbage in the cans there.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Please contact us to make your stay special!
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
About the area
Laurelville
Located in Laurelville, this holiday home is in a rural area. Blue Moon Acres and The Perfect Touch Massage & Traveling Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hocking Hills State Park and Rock House at Hocking Hills State Park. Corn Maze and Adventure Golf at Rempel's Grove are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Laurelville, OH
What's nearby
- Hocking Hills State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- Rock House at Hocking Hills State Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
- Hocking State Forest Rockclimbing and Rappelling Area - 12 min drive - 14.5 km
- Old Man's Cave - 13 min drive - 17.3 km
Restaurants
- Laurelville Pizza - 11 min drive
- Papa Dino's Pizzeria - 17 min drive
- Village cafe - 11 min drive
- Jimbo’s Burgers & Beer - 18 min drive
- The Ridge Inn Restaurant - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
27 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne N.
28 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway!
Jeanne N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cara P.
19 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cara P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James W K.
23 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James W K.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
edward & heather b.
6 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
edward & heather b.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian A.
17 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A family place for all ages
Brian A.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justin C.
18 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, close to everything, will stay again
Justin C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris I.
18 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Chris I.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kyle A.
13 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home and Property!
Kyle A.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anthony H.
27 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anthony H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kara W.
29 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away Spots
Kara W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brittany B.
2 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional House in Hocking Hills
Brittany B.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Judy P.
16 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Judy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Justin
We are from the great state of Ohio. Both of us were born and raised in Ohio for our whole lives and can’t imagine leaving. It has been home for 30 years and we have deep roots here. We enjoy projects of all sorts in our time off and love the purpose behind hosting guests - the idea that one of our projects might allow others to enjoy life to its fullest and experience meaningful human connection - making memories that last.
Why they chose this property
Hocking Hills is a treasure trove of the Midwest. There are secrets and memories to be found around every corner. Peace and tranquility meet adventure, excitement and relaxation in a unique way.
What makes this property unique
Hillside Retreat has its own personality. The place speaks to you and us as we carefully and thoughtfully continue to craft an ideal experience for families and friends to gather and spend time together that matters. Purpose drives everything that happens at Hillside Retreat. We hope that you find meaningful connection during your stay.
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