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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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French Lick, IN
  • Indiana Railway Museum
    7 min drive
  • French Lick Casino
    7 min drive
  • Big Splash Adventure
    8 min drive
  • French Lick, IN (FRH-French Lick Municipal)
    10 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathoom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

The cottage on the hill in the woods

Welcome to our home away from home! Located at the end of a short gravel drive, our cottage is conveniently located near many local attractions, restaurants and shopping. It is just 3.8 miles to the French Lick Casino, 5 miles to the West Baden Springs Resort, 6 miles to Paoli Peaks and 15 miles to Patoka Lake or Hoosier National Forest.

Though it is easy to get to, once you arrive you'll be surrounded by woods on your own private 5 acres.

Spend your day relaxing on the porch listening to nature, going for a walk in the woods or enjoying yourself sitting around the fire pit (free firewood included with each stay!) If you do venture out, you can check out all the area has to offer. There is a winery, antique and artisan shops, restaurants, putt-putt golf and much more to see and do!

When inside, you can turn on the flat screen TV to watch one of the streaming services or live TV while using our free Wi-Fi and included Amazon Firestick.


*For the safety and security of the property and our guests, we have a ring doorbell at the front door.

Our little cabin has a 4 person max capacity, including visitors. If you require a space for more than 4 people, unfortunately we won't be able to accept your reservation. Please note, the driveway is narrow and gravel. If you have a boat or a larger vehicle than a truck, such as an RV there is not adequate space to maneuver it up the drive or a place to turn it around so we ask you to find an alternative place to park those vehicles in town or at Patoka Lake.

Property manager

Noah Barrow
Premier Host

Languages

English, Japanese

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 32
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Place all garbage in the provided trash bags before putting it in the outside bin.
If you smoke, ensure that all cigarette butts are placed in the sand bucket on the porch rather than discarded on the property.

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
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

French Lick

French Lick is home to this cottage. Indiana Railway Museum and The Old Jail are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Patoka Lake and Hoosier National Forest. Big Splash Adventure and FLWB Indoor Karting are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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French Lick, IN

What's nearby

  • Indiana Railway Museum - 7 min drive
  • French Lick Casino - 7 min drive
  • Big Splash Adventure - 8 min drive
  • Paoli Peaks Ski Resort - 19 min drive
  • Hoosier National Forest - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Miguel's El Gallo - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Bagel Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chicago's Pizza - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The cottage on the hill in the woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The cottage on the hill in the woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The cottage on the hill in the woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The cottage on the hill in the woods located?

Situated in French Lick, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Indiana Railway Museum, French Lick Casino and Big Splash Adventure. French Lick Winery and FLWB Indoor Karting are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike/Bobi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Nice getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the cottage in the woods
We had traveled to French Lick to meet family from Tennessee for a mini-reunion. We are in our 70s and 80 so the bathrooms and small bedrooms were a little difficult for us to maneuver but were suitable. The linens and towels were very comfortable. We did like the location for it's peace and quiet and closeness to the town. The property manager was helpful and willing to communicate. We would recommend a stay at the cottage on the hill.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin on the hill in the woods
This cabin is nestled in the woods which means lots of quiet and peaceful sounds but yet not far from the town. Cabin was really cute and perfect for a girl's getaway. Cabin was very clean. Beds were extremely comfortable which to me is rare. I slept better here than at home. The host was really nice and always replied to any questions quickly. Seen lots of deer in the area. I highly recommend this cabin if you want a quiet getaway. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
A perfect cabin for two couples. Close to French Lick, Spring Mill State park and Lake Patoka. We enjoyed the peaceful setting, fire pit and the woods. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

TheFireGates

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Small but cozy
It's about as advertised a small cozy little cabin. Clean enough and a perfect little spot for a getaway vacation. Driveway needs some work though.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse P., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded forest
Everything was wonderful...plenty of charcoal fluid but no charcoal for the grill! Plenty of firewood though. Wished we could have stayed another week!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Property nice but small. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hoot Owl
We had an amazing time. The property was very clean. The amenities were above and beyond what we expected. The owner was prompt in any communication we had. I would highly recommend staying here. We all had a wonderful time. It felt like you were deep in the woods but only 5 minutes to town. The best of both worlds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This stay was absolutely lovely, very peaceful and pleasantly remote, just off the beaten path!
Overall ease of experience was great! Super friendly host and Overall great location, a hidden oasis!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice peaceful location
Recommend you stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and relaxing
Perfect for a quiet and relaxing getaway. We walked around and had lunch in downtown French Lick. Went hiking at Patoka Lake. Most of our time was sitting outside by the fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting, quiet, peaceful. Everything we were looking for.
Easy renting process. Would do it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding place to stay one of the best
The property is superbly equipped with many amentities particularly carvings of owls and other animals
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and amazing stay.
This cottage was awesome. We traveled to Patoka Lake for the 4th of July weekend and enjoyed every minute. The cottage was cozy and clean, and we were provided with everything we needed. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Too many great things to list!
Everything we needed for our getaway and more! So cozy! Lots of Woodland creatures while we enjoyed the fire ring each night. Yet not so remote we could do all the adventures on our list!!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solitude
Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect solitude
I live near Indianapolis with lots of light/noise pollution. My goal was to get away to nature... see the stars and no planes, trains and automobiles in the background. Mission accomplished. The cabin was clean, and well stocked and just adorable. I made some "forever memories" and I'm grateful for my time away in the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin close to the action
We fully enjoyed our stay. Hiked at Patoka and skied at Paoli! Enjoyed family time with games and movies while at the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna G., Highland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall get away
We loved the cabin very much, perfect for 3 adults. Close to lots of attractions, but located in the woods- spectacular surroundings. We will definitely share about our stay with others.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint & Peaceful
HOH is a very quaint, quiet, peaceful little slice of paradise located perfectly out of town in the country, but not too far from French Lick. We've visited for the last two years for our family's annual "girls weekend." Lots to do in the area but we usually drive to an Amish restaurant during our stay, which is less than an hour away. Amenities are wonderful; outside fire pit and nightlights are perfection. Owner, Noah, is wonderful to work with and does an excellent job communicating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful serenity getaway.
Listing was very accurate. Property manager responded promptly to all communications. While the property was located in a secluded wooded location, it had all the comforts of home. Perfect location to celebrate our 45th anniversary. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great time with my sisters.
Noah was great! He went above and beyond to help us. It was a get away for my sister who is battling cancer and getting ready to start another round of radiation. Much needed relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Braydon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Nice little cabin, has everything you need. It’s quiet and secluded but still close to everything (Patoka Lake and casino). Just be prepared for the owner to text you and question you on the number of guest you have. He apparently has a nosey neighbor that will call him if you have one extra vehicle show up for just a visit. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay and the owners were pleasant to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage getaway!
We had the BEST time at the Hoot Owl Hill Cottage! Everything about the place exceeded my expectations. It was super clean, well decorated and provided everything you could possibly need for your stay. The manager was super attentive and helpful and the location was just breathtaking. I highly recommend this place and definitely plan on returning for another visit.

About the host

Hosted by Noah Barrow

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I'm a happily married father of 2 great kids. We love hiking and generally anything outdoors related.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with our little cottage the first time we saw it. It offers just the right amount of privacy while still being close enough to everything in the city.

What makes this property unique

There are lots of deer, owl and other wildlife around. If you sit quietly on the porch you're likely to see some!

Languages:

English, Japanese

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