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Property grounds
Whitetail Ridge Lodge
Beautiful Great Room view into the dining room.
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6408.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Big Prairie, OH
  • Mohican River
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Mohican Adventures Campground & Cabins
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Mohican State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Mansfield, OH (MFD-Mansfield Lahn Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Bear Bedroom

1 King Bed

King Second Master Suite

1 King Bed

Spacious Master King Bedroom Ensuite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

King Bear Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

King Second Master Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spacious Master King Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Washroom Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Your Premier Holmes County Getaway!

Welcome to Whitetail Ridge Lodge, a family owned and operated premier lodging. This tranquil retreat is tastefully furnished and beautifully landscaped and is nestled in a scenic woodland farm setting. The home offers more than just your basic cabin, built with Canadian timbers and offering 4400 square feet of luxurious comfort. Enjoy the view from the walkout stone patio or the attached outdoor pavilion with family or friends, or stroll along the woods to catch a glimpse of the deer, turkey, squirrels, or geese that frequent the 72 acre property.

The lodge is fully furnished with many pieces custom made by our local Amish craftsmen. It boasts three king sized beds plus a pullout. The custom made dining room table seats 12 and the new soft leather sectional in the great room offers the comfort to curl up with a favorite book or watch a game on the big screen TV or check your social media with the WIFI.

We can accommodate up to 6 guests. We do have a per person fee after the base rental of two (2) people. Please understand and fill in the correct number of people staying when you book your stay. Vrbo automatically calculates the charges for you when you make the reservation. Please be honest. We know when you have more people stay and you will be charged for the maximum number of guests. We are sorry this must be stated.

Summertime stays invite you to enjoy the outdoor pavilion where you can light a fire in the stone fireplace, while you grill steaks on the charcoal park style grill and soak in the beauty and quiet of this rural location. Winter offers a whisky barrel game table or the warmth of two gas fireplaces where you can kick back and just relax.

Check in is 3:00 p.m. check-out is 10:00 a.m. We have contact free check in to provide you with a safe entry. Thank you for allowing us to share our beautiful home with you for your stay!

Property manager

Kelly Esselburn
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Caution, there are steps without baby gates!
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Both rental homes must be rented AND PREAPPROVED.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1.) Smoking is NEVER permitted. There is a $500 charge if ANY smell is detected inside.
2.) Pets are NEVER permitted. Pets will cause the loss of security deposit for cleaning.
DAY visitors are permitted; all guests MUST depart by 10PM. or deposit will be forfeited . Gatherings must be quiet and respectful of our other homes.

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: Both rental homes must be rented AND PREAPPROVED.
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Big Prairie

Located in Big Prairie, this holiday home is in a rural area. Schrock's Amish Farm & Village and Walhonding Valley Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at French Ridge Vineyards and Ugly Bunny Winery. Mohican Gardens and Secrest Arboretum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Big Prairie, OH

What's nearby

  • French Ridge Vineyards - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Mohican River - 22 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Mohican Adventures Campground & Cabins - 22 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Mohican State Park - 22 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Holmes County Flea Market - 33 min drive - 30.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Buckeye Deli & Grocery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Korner Kitchen Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Glenmont Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kill-Um-Buck Long Rifle - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Premier Holmes County Getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your Premier Holmes County Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Premier Holmes County Getaway!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your Premier Holmes County Getaway! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of French Ridge Vineyards, Mohican River and Ugly Bunny Winery. Brown's Lake Bog Nature Preserve is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Relaxing Environment for Family Gathering

The lodge is a two-level building on a quiet, secluded, wooded area about 15 miles from Millersburg, OH in the heart of Holmes County. It was perfect for our two daughters and their husbands and the two of us. Three bedrooms all with king-sized beds and their own bathrooms and two large sitting areas, an island kitchen and large dining room that seated 10+ people. The lodge is close to a township road and is surrounded by acres of open fields and large wooded areas on three sides. A very private home with no close neighbors. There is an adjacent detached barn where someone was staying for the weekend, but we didn't see or hear them. The only reason we knew they were there was because the host told us and we saw their car parked outside the entrance on the opposite side of the barn. Had I needed more space, the barn and lodge could have been mine to rent, but the lodge was so roomy and private, it was perfect for our needs. The lodge was easy to get to and is about 25-35 miles from the Amish shopping areas in Berlin and Walnut Creek. Except for breakfast, we didn't eat at the lodge but the appliances were adequate for cooking. We did shop for some expendable supplies (plastic wrap, aluminum foil and containers for leftover food from unfinished dining out meals) but the essentials were provided for. All things considered, this was one of our favorite rentals and we are discussing a return trip next year. Highly recommended for adults and older kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful and clean home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbe M.

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

Wedding Stay

Beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

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

Beautiful!!!

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful lodge in Holmes County! It had everything we needed to feel at home. We had an easy drive to Loudonville to enjoy hiking and a day at Mohican and then back to make dinner and enjoy a quiet evening and fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful home and property and host
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex L.

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

Nice stay with friends

My wife and I grew up in this area and we decided to take some friends with us for the weekend to visit our old stomping grounds. This was a group of married couples with no kids. The location was great in our opinion, because we knew what was and was not around the house already. If you want big city excitement, this place isn’t for you. If you want something other than a Wal-Mart open on Sunday, this still isn’t for you. This is located in a rural area… which we loved. The house itself is very nice. The kitchen is huge. There are almost too many cabinets and we found ourselves opening and closing them a lot to try to find things. The rest of the house was also quite spacious and comfortable. Our friends were slightly taken aback by the rule book in the house. This is a nice place. We’ve stayed in many VRBO’s and this was one of the nicest ever. That said, the rule book left us feeling like we might make an unforgivable mistake and be charged for it. We are the people who try to leave a place better than we found it, but we were a little uneasy on our way out about whether we would see an extra charge after the fact. Happily, everything went smoothly and the host was very kind. Perhaps the rule book just needs a little tweaking in the presentation. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

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

Great home for a sister's weekend

Amazing property. Very private, tranquil, and offers an array of unmuffled sounds of nature. The home and furnishings showcase the Amish construction and craftmanship. Prompt communications with Kelly, the property owner. All instructions about our stay were provided on the website and at the house. It was perfect. We plan to visit again in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Anniversary

Thank you for allowing us to share your property on our very special anniversary. The location was perfect and exactly what we were looking for and needed. A great place to disconnect from everything except each other. We will definitely be back and will refer many others to this property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate E.

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

Making memories

The property was as stated, clean, secluded. We brought our daughter and her grandparents, and we were able to travel around during the day, return to the house make family dinner and play games. We left with wonderful memories.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Staff Retreat

We hosted our annual staff retreat. We enjoyed the peace and quiet during out stay. The property provided everything we needed. Tom and Kelly were gracious hosts. We have no reservations about recommending the Whitetail Ridge Lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

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

Wedding weekend stay

Such a clean and comfortable place. Our daughter got married at Mohican Tree House resort and this was conveniently located. Iwe stayed here with friends and it was a wonderful place to come to at the end of the day and relax. We enjoyed watching deer at the pond. The owner was so very helpful in communication, directions and suggestions!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merrill G.

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

Beautiful retreat in the woods

Our family came together at this lovely retreat to view the total solar eclipse. We absolutely loved the house and property. It was perfect for gathering together while having plenty of space for everyone to have get away if they wished. We loved watching the sun set together on the outside covered dining area. We cooked several meals for our large group and the kitchen was well appointed. Everyone thought their beds were comfortable. We will definitely return to enjoy the property and explore the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

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

Whitetail lodge

Great time, beautiful home, wonderful host
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Beautiful Home and Location

We enjoyed this peaceful retreat. House was beautiful with lots of amenities. Grounds were wonderful. Host was gracious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Labor Day Getaway

Wife and I joined four of our best friends for some time together and I think we all had a great time. The venue was great, the food and drink superb and the friendship so completely outstanding. We must make this an annual event.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

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

Rural Delight

I can't say enough good things about this property. It's a beautiful house in a very quiet location that was perfect for our stay in Holmes County. This was just the place to spread out and relax after a day off driving through Amish Country. The rooms are well appointed, beds comfortable, and the living room area very spacious. The kitchen was great for fixing breakfast, and the huge dining table was excellent for a meal and for family UNO games. :) We loved our stay at White Tail Lodge and encourage anyone visiting the area to stay here. Thanks so much to the owners for making this amazing property available to visitors. We would definitely stay here again when we come back this way.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing Property

Our family really enjoyed our stay at this Amazing Property! Beautiful huge home with a large quite property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Beautiful home in a beautiful setting.

Our host, Kelly, was wonderful. She reached out and checked on us numerous times. And she responded immediately when we had a question. The house was just as advertised! And it is in a beautiful location. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Amazing property

What an amazing property. Quiet place to stay away from the hustle and bustle. Easy to navigate and everything was amazing. Hosts were easy to work with and everything we needed was there for us. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faye H.

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

Magnificent R&R

I needed a break and it was seamlessly relaxing. We sat on the porch, enjoyed the breeze and no electronic devices. It was so relaxing and needed. We will likely visit again. This was one of the best weekend getaways, taken not to far from home, but just special enough to feel like you’re a million miles away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G., Boardman, Ohio

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

Annual Miller Sisters’ Weekend

This property was perfect for our annual Miller Sisters’ weekend getaway. Very clean, extremely well equipped, plenty of towels and linens, and great communication with the owner. This home is obviously well loved, it is custom built and beautifully maintained. All the beds and seating areas are comfortable and perfect for catching up with family. The 3 full and well stocked bathrooms are a must for us, as we are 6 adult women who need a lot of hot water. The owner worked with us when we were in a pinch: Our original rental fell through because the owner sold the property and cancelled our reservation! So we had limited time to rebook a new place for a holiday weekend. But after staying here, we were so glad that our original rental cancelled! We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this home to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

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

Wonderful house

We enjoyed the house and location. We were looking for a place where 3 older couples could get away together for a celebration. The house and amenities were all more than adequate and the location was beautifu.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Weekend

Wonderful property
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John N.

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

BLISSFUL!

Kelly and Tom are The Best hosts! We stayed in their wonderful lodge for 4 days in between Christmas and New Year’s. Saw deer on the property every day. Absolutely loved the great room and incredible kitchen. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil N.

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

Perfect Retreat

Whitetail Ridge Lodge is one of the cleanest and most peaceful places we have stayed. I definitely felt that the owners wanted you to feel at home with many added touches. Everything provided was very nice quality from the paper products to the kitchen components- not cheap and minimal. We had more than we needed. And the backyard was stunning! We enjoyed the wildlife and beautiful fall colors! The owners are very responsive and friendly. We are looking forward to our next visit!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Esselburn

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We are Tom and Kelly Esselburn and we are happy to host you at our beautiful property. Tom accidentally stumbled across this lovely home and we bought it as a place we could retire to but not too far away from "home." We wanted someplace where we could gather with our growing family of five kids and began families of their own, and it's a good thing , because even our large farmhouse can't always accommodate everyone for those special family gatherings. We just knew we needed to share it with others too because we loved it here and were hoping others would as well.
In 2015 we launched Whitetail Ridge Lodge followed by The Barn at Whitetail in 2017. We are situated between Mohican State Park with all the water activities- canoeing, tubing, hiking, biking and horse back riding in the Loudonville area AND the shopping, crafts, local wineries, food and farmers markets of Amish country in the Millersburg and Berlin areas!
We feel we have the best Holmes County has to offer because at the end of your busy day you can return to gather in this comfortable luxury to just relax on the back patio in front of the outdoor fireplace and enjoy your time with family, friends or just a quiet couples retreat.
We have met so many wonderful people over the years and love to meet with our guests if arrival time permits. The most common theme of the comments we receive is how clean our place is. We always love this because we always appreciate a clean relaxing place when we travel. We try to offer what is best for our visitors, insuring a safe and healthy place for families or friends who just want to gather and enjoy each other! Many people have returned to visit and enjoy this beautiful place and area!

Why they chose this property

The best thing about visiting here is the quiet! If you're enjoying the outdoors the nearest road is far from being a road much traveled and the trees muffle most sounds! You can actually hear the birds, squirrels, deer moving about or acorns fall from the trees in autumn.
Indoors the quality of this beautiful timber frame home provides an added layer of tranquility! The only "noise" you need to hear is the laughter of family and friends while you enjoy each others company in a game of cards or charades!
The view here is beautiful as you are surrounded by trees that offer privacy, plus provide an abundant view of the woodland creatures from the back patio. The area outside the house is an open lawn giving you room to stretch your legs, check out the well groomed landscape or take in the views of the setting sun as it sinks behind the forest from the back patio with fireplace and park style grill while you enjoy a crisp glass of local wine. Or on a quiet evening enjoy the balcony off the main suite and listen to the frogs sing their night time songs.
We encourage you to walk up to the edge of the woods but caution guests from entering them. We do have bobcats, coyotes and even rummers of black bears sighted near this area, and who knows about Bigfoot! The terrain in the woods is steep and there are a couple deep valleys. We also experienced a derecho in 2022 which caused significant damage to some of our trees deep in the woods, making them possible dangers during high wind times. For your safety we encourage you to hike on state park or designated hiking trails.
Let us welcome you and your family or friends in this wonderful place to make special memories that last a lifetime!

What makes this property unique

We believe the thing you can take away while visiting us here at Whitetail Ridge Lodge is how quiet and stunningly beautiful nature is here. This is so much more than just a cabin you stayed in once! You step into luxury and comfort and the stress just melts away. Everywhere in and outside we believe one word says it all. Gorgeous! The grounds are well manicured and provide a variety of seasonal beauty to enjoy. Inside where creature comforts are important we try to meet those expectations as well! We feel everyday here is a very good day and we would love to share that with you. Our moto is 'Today is a good day for a good day!'

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