The Runaway Retreat- No cleaning fee! Dogs & Kids stay Free!

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Location
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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Washer

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Patriot, OH

Gallipolis City Park

16 min drive

Mothman Statue

24 min drive

Mothman Museum

25 min drive

Huntington, WV (HTS-Tri-State)

67 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master

1 King Bed

Room 2

1 Queen Bed

Room 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A spacious living area allows you to spread out and unwind in the peacefulness! Base price includes first 2 guests. $25/Night per additional guest.

✔️ Fully stocked kitchen

✔️ Wifi

✔️ ROKU TVs in master & living room to login to your own accounts

✔️ Large deck w/ charcoal grill

✔️ Beautiful firepit

✔️ Scenery that is calming with sounds of nature.

✔️ Comfy beds

✔️ All linens and towels provided

✔️USB Charging Ports

🚸Kid Amenities🚸
✔️ Bunk beds
✔️ Kids desk
✔️ Puzzles
✔️ Books
✔️ Kids soap
✔️ Gated Deck

🐾Dog Amenities🐾
✔️ Food Bowls
✔️ Towels for wet paws
✔️ Blankets for furniture
✔️ Large yard
✔️ Waste Disposal bags
✔️ Gated deck

All you need to bring is food, clothes and firewood (local guy will deliver upon request).

I provide trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, coffee, etc. for the start of your stay, but for longer stays you'll be responsible for these things. There are dishwasher pods & laundry pods for your use. There is shampoo/cond. & body wash available to use.

There are games for the family and books to enjoy for different interests. I LOVE hosting and want to help you have the best time! If you have any questions about kitchen items available please ask!
-Nicole

Property manager

Nicole Massie

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

•No gaming or adult video on the wifi. •No applying self-tanners or hair dye in the home.

•Security cameras outside the front & side doors to protect the property. Do not tamper with these. The module is behind TV, but doesn't record.

•All guests must be reflected on the reservation including children (no charge for kids under 12) •No visitors without requesting permission

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Patriot

Located in Patriot, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ohio River and Gallipolis City Park, while Bob Evans Homestead and Point Pleasant River Museum & Learning Center are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Patriot, OH

What's nearby

Gallipolis City Park - 16 min drive
Mothman Statue - 24 min drive
Mothman Museum - 25 min drive
Bob Evans Homestead - 29 min drive
University of Rio Grande - 30 min drive

Getting around

Huntington, WV (HTS-Tri-State) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

‪Crossroad Bistro - ‬10 min drive
‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
‪Jimanettis Rio Grande - ‬14 min drive
‪Sal's Pizzeria - ‬10 min drive
‪Twisted Vine Family Vineyard - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Runaway Retreat- No cleaning fee! Dogs & Kids stay Free! pet-friendly?

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

Where is The Runaway Retreat- No cleaning fee! Dogs & Kids stay Free! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 7.5 mi (12 km) from Ohio River and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Gallipolis City Park. Holzer Emergency Medical Center - Gallipolis and Holzer Health System are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jebediah C.

26 June 2024

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

College buddy weekend.

We had a great time. It was a great place to get together for use we enjoyed exploring the area but we really enjoyed the property.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donness O.

18 June 2024

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

If perfection exists

This was my family's 2nd Vrbo experience and by far the best! We stayed here during our visit to Point Pleasant and Mothman Museum. Vrbo properties on the W. Virginia did not offer the amenties our family sought. Runaway Retreat was a slice of peace and quiet! The deck/porch brought the outdoors to us. The spacious family room provided individual lounging space during family time. Everything we needed was there! Thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

26 Nov 2023

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

Awesome

We will be coming back. That I think sums it up. I would recommend this place to anyone who just wants to get away and have peace and quiet. Everything is tip top shape.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

2 Oct 2023

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

Hunting & couple getaway

My husband and I enjoyed our stay. He was hunting in an area about 10 min away. It was he getaway we both needed. Very clean and it was nice that it had all the kitchen stuff that I needed to cook.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

6 Sept 2023

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

Perfect place to unwind

Lots of personal touches makes it feel like your home away from home as soon as you walk in. The home and property is perfect to relax and unwind. It's secluded enough to enjoy the peace and quiet but not too far away from town. Any and all questions I had were answered quickly and the host(s) thought of everything! There was no reason whatsoever to leave if you didn’t want to. The best part was sitting on the deck in the morning enjoying coffee while the cows strolled up to have breakfast. My dog also loved the cows and it was so nice to find such a lovely place to travel to with my dog and not be charged extra fees. I highly recommend this home and hope to return someday for a much longer stay as we were only able to enjoy a long weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melody H.

27 Aug 2023

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

Another Great Stay

This was our third or fourth girls’ weekend at this property and it never disappoints. Everything is clean, well stocked, and convenient. We were pleasantly surprised with the new ramp going to the side door. It made loading and unloading the cars so much easier. We spent most of our time outside enjoying the deck. We did venture out to the Twisted Vine Winery this time which is just a few miles away. We had a tasting and purchased a few bottles to take back to sip on the deck. I ran into a snag when my tire caught a small rock. Stapleton Towing came out to put on a donut so that I could stop for a tire on the way home. They gave us fast and friendly service and I didn’t even have to put down my glass of wine! 😂

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

carl c.

1 Aug 2023

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

Great house plan and excellently equiped for our group

We were there for a family reunion in Patriot so the location worked for us but was very rural on a gravel road .

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

21 July 2023

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

Family memorial service

The property was perfect for our situation. The owners thought of everything we might possibly need. We were in town for a family memorial service. It was so nice to have the home to retreat to any evening rather than a hotel room.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 July 2023

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

Wonderful home

We had a wonderful time here. Everything was clean and well maintained. I highly recommend it! Owners kept in touch to make sure everything was up to expectations.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda U.

7 July 2023

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

PERFECT

That is the only word for this property. We were looking for somewhere to take our dogs to get away from city fireworks and this place was far better than we were hoping it would be. Nothing is lacking. The host has thought of everything to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Just a beautiful house on a beautiful spot. Loved seeing the cows and deer! This was the best VRBO we’ve stayed at. Thank you for sharing your property with us all and for allowing our dogs! We will definitely be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

michele k., United States

7 July 2023

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

Escape from it all

This was what was needed for US. No one around and nothing to do, but watch the birds and other wildlife from the deck. There isn't much else to do if you need activity. Nicole's place provided all that was needed and many homey touches throughout. She responded quickly to items that needed immediate attention.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

3 July 2023

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

Peaceful

This was just what we needed! The house is secluded and comfortable. The deck off the back is massive and secure. We brought our dog and he loved laying on the deck with us and watching the cows stroll by! We were so thankful there was no way he could get off the deck as there’s gates on both sides. We were about 30 minutes from Point Pleasant to visit the Mothman Museum and 40 minutes from the TNT area. I fell in love with Tudors Biscuit World. I’d weigh 1000lbs if that place was in my town.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne B.

29 May 2023

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

R&R Weekend

The property was exactly as listed with great amenities even for our pets. Nicole was very prompt on answering questions and very easy to work with since I had changes to the original reservation. Highly recommend this property for a quiet stay to disconnect and recharge.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosary H.

14 May 2023

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

Peaceful

This is a serene and beautiful property. We felt very comfortable and mostly enjoyed the porch. Great place to share quality time with your family.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

23 Apr 2023

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

Home away from home…

This house had everything we needed and more. The process was seamless and communication with renter-perfection.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry H.

5 Apr 2023

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

Family

Wonderful location with a beautiful home! Nothing held back here! You can not go wrong with this property!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn T.

13 Jan 2023

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

GREAT STAY - lovely home.

We traveled Gallipolis to visit my family for the holidays and was looking for a child friendly home to stay in. We stumbled upon this property and absolutely loved it. It had games for the kids and more than enough room for everyone to spread out. Very comfy, hosts were very responsive and friendly. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh B.

3 Nov 2022

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

Sisters getaway

We have family in the area and decided to use VRBO instead staying in a hotel. This house was wonderful! Very clean and quiet. We would highly recommend this house!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

31 Oct 2022

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

Runaway Retreat for sure!

Awesome host & property. Looking forward to my next esxape!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

JAMES H.

7 Oct 2022

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

Great stay

Enjoyed the stay in the country.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K., Ladson

25 Sept 2022

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

Fantastic Stay

We loved our stay at The Runaway Retreat! Everything was perfectly thought-out from the space itself to the treats and amenities. The view and drive are beautiful! The space was comfortable and inviting. The perfect way to unwind after a day of Mothman hunting with the kids. Nicole was very responsive and super sweet. There is absolutely nothing negative to say. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melody H.

11 Sept 2022

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

Perfection

We stayed for a girl’s weekend. We had such a great time. The house is home away from home. It is well stocked, quiet, and comfortable. This was our second stay and we look forward to returning as soon as we can!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

26 Aug 2022

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

It was very nice home super peaceful

Great I would absolutely rent this place again

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 Aug 2022

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

End of Summer Annual Trip

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property! Nicole was great to interact with and quick in answering questions. Her homes floor plan is wide open, allowing us to be in the same area but doing different things. I most enjoyed reading my Bible on the back porch each morning. I even enjoyed watching a mama deer and her Dawn have breakfast!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

29 Apr 2022

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

A Great Place to Stay for Peace and Quiet

Amazing Deck that invites you into the area! Great place to have morning coffee, or evening star gazing. The house was so welcoming for a four legged companion! Treats, blankets and paw towels were a great amenity!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nicole Massie

My husband and I are Ohio natives, turned Texas residents, but travel fulltime in our RV. As a "retired" teacher, I homeschool our 2 children and teach/coach others about wellness. My husband is a lineman. We love meeting new people and seeing new places. We have a dream to continue to expand our R&R retreat locations!

Why they chose this property

Enjoy some R&R whether for a weekend or a while. Great for couples, families/friends, hunters, traveling workers, etc. Inside is a relaxing environment where you can just breathe & runaway for a bit. You can expect a clean & cozy space you'll never want to leave! We are close enough to town to quickly grab groceries or food, but no neighbors in sight!

🐾WELL BEHAVED dogs stay free!🐾

👫Kids stay free too! I will REIMBURSE for kids under 12 after booking.

‼️Ask about weekly/monthly discounts!.

What makes this property unique

An open concept living area allows you to spread out and unwind in the peacefulness! The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to prepare meals. There's also an office cove. Wifi is provided, and streaming devices on both TVs allow you to login to your own accounts. Outside you will find a large deck, beautiful firepit, and scenery that is calming with sounds of nature. We provide all linens and towels. All you need to bring is food, clothes and firewood. I provide paper towels/toilet paper, coffee, etc. for your stay, but for longer stays you'll be responsible for these things. There is shampoo/cond. & body wash available to use. There are games for the family and books to enjoy for different interests.