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Green Plains Cabin

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Cabin at sunset.
Paddling around the pond is fun and relaxing.
One proud, young fisherman.
Hot tub located near the cabin.
Relax in the hot tub with morning coffee or in the evening with a glass of wine.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 692 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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South Charleston, OH
  • Cedarville University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Old Clifton Mill
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Springfield, OH (SGH-Springfield–Beckley Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Green Plains Cabin

The Space
Located on 66 acres of rolling farmland and wooded countryside, this restored log cabin - built circa 1855 - is rustic but not the least bit primitive. A massive stone fireplace makes relaxing in the winter cozy. Enjoy your morning coffee along with a beautiful view of Ohio farmland from the screened-in porch. Jump into the outdoor shower or hot tub after a day of hiking or shopping in nearby Yellow Springs. Centrally located, the Cabin is just 20 minutes from Dayton and 50 minutes from Columbus.
This 19th century log cabin - original to the property - was dismantled and restored in 1989. Various updates over the years keep the Cabin fresh without compromising its rustic qualities.
Guest Access
The Cabin is located on a working hay farm and home to 40 head of American Bison. Guests may walk the property, enjoy the hot tub located a few yards from the Cabin and fish in the catch-and-release pond. There is a charcoal grill and charcoal provided for outside cooking, an outdoor shower, and a fire pit nearby is a fun place to roast marshmallows and tell stories.
Two bicycles on site are available for guests who want to ride the Ohio to Erie bike trail, which is just a mile from the farm entrance.
Other Things to Note
The Cabin is a homey, comfortable place — nothing fussy, nothing untouchable. We expect you to put your feet up, take a deep breath and relax while you’re there.

Property manager

Sarah Courtright
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Ask about pet supplies I keep at the cabin
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Use disposable, aluminum ash trays provided.
SHOWER WITH SOAP AND WATER before using the hot tub.
Put PLATE WASTE and FOOD SCRAPS down garbage disposal or in the compost bin; rinse food containers before placing in trash or recycle bins.
Pet fee is $35 PER PET per stay

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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

South Charleston

Located in South Charleston, this cabin is in a rural area. Indian Mound Reserve and Old Clifton Mill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at John Bryan State Park and Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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South Charleston, OH

What's nearby

  • Cedarville University - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Old Clifton Mill - 13 min drive - 13.1 km
  • John Bryan State Park - 13 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Clark County Fairgrounds - 18 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Dayton, OH (DAY-James M. Cox Dayton Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clifton Mill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mom & Dad's Dairy Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Polar Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Colonial Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Green Plains Cabin and Bison Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Green Plains Cabin?

As of 23 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Green Plains Cabin on 27 Apr 2025 start from AU$314.32, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Green Plains Cabin and Bison Farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Green Plains Cabin and Bison Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Green Plains Cabin and Bison Farm located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Locust Hills Golf Course, Yellow Jacket Golf Driving Range and Putting Green and Indian Mound Reserve. Cedarville University and Old Clifton Mill are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

Such a beautiful little cabin

Everything was so great. What a beautiful little cabin next to a beautiful little lake with a hot tub right next to it. I enjoyed both evenings looking from the hot tub to the lake. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Another great stay!

This is the second time we have rented this property. Wonderful again! Sarah was great host. Hope to see you again around the same time next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

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

Perfect cabin

Lovely 1850s cabin. Updated with all comforts. Great location, pleasant screened in porch, beautiful views.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Great Getaway

The cabin was so cute with a lot of interesting things to see. Fishing was great too. Sarah was so helpful and easy to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb V.

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

A fabulous getaway

My friend and I met in the middle (from Illinois and West Virginia) to have a birthday visit. The area and town of Yellow Springs was perfect. Our host Sarah went way above and beyond expectation in answering all questions and making our little trip a memory we will treasure forever. Thank you Sarah!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil N.

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

Great Cabin and Great Stay!

The place was nice and cozy, definitely a great place to stay for a weekend trip. Sarah was super accommodating and communicative which made the stay all the more enjoyable. Definitely would recommend this cabin and I would definitely book this place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie M.

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

So Charming!

The cabin was just lovely and the views were gorgeous! We spent so much time relaxing in the sunroom. Sarah was an excellent host and her communication was wonderful. Perfect for a peaceful getaway while exploring the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben T.

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

Great place to relax.

Relaxing, peaceful, and picturesque. Amazing cabin furnished with everything we needed. Very close to Yellow Springs and many parks for hiking. Well stocked pond with good sized largemouth. Sarah was very accommodating. We will be booking this place again. Pictures on site don’t do it justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel L.

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

Amazing

Beautiful peaceful had fun fishing absolutely loved it sweet and very friendly and amazing owners
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

A Charming History Tribute with Modern Conveniences

Sarah is a very welcoming, accommodating host. Her cabin has all common items you may need.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

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

Wonderful experience

The listing of this place doesn't do it justice! We were very pleasantly surprised to find an historic cabin that had all of the updated modern amenities--that didn't take away from the historic charm. Clean, comfortable, quiet, great lakeside location--couldn't ask for more--and the host was awesome--very responsive and extremely accommodating and friendly. If you are headed to the area--I would choose this place over any other hotel, inn, or rental that I've seen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Darling historical cabin

We so enjoyed this unique property and all of its equally unique furnishings. We loved reading all about the cabin and the restoration process. Beautiful setting, and we also enjoyed the hot tub. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia K., Cleveland, Ohio

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

Serenity in beautiful surroundings

From the moment we walked in to the cabin, we were pleasantly overwhelmed with the charm. Arriving later in the evening, the cabin was beautifully lit inside and out. We had such fun exploring all the rooms and the absolute uniqueness of the decor. Waking in the morning to a view of the bison nearby the kitchen window was a thrill!! We very much appreciated the chronicles of the cabin to look through and read the history. Our hosts were very responsive and friendly when we reached out to them for questions and recommendations. We were fortunate to have been at the property on National Bison Day and were invited to join in the event at the ranch. The king bed was very comfortable and all the thoughtful extras throughout the cabin were greatly appreciated. Quietly enjoying coffee in the mornings on the porch overlooking the pond and scenery was the perfect tranquil time we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

DO NOT PASS UP AN OPPORTUNITY TO STAY

VINTAGE cabin decorated with a hint toward a Swedish theme, adorned with useful antique furniture and on a property that soothes your landscape palette (including a working bison farm). Throw in the outdoor shower AND hot tub AND fishing pond….really hard to top. Take a hike at John Bryan Statr Park next door
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thad J.

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

Cabin on the Hill

Unique cabin with fantastic screened in porch, with beautiful view overlooking pond and country landscape. Perfect for enjoying your morning cup of coffee. Modernized rustic interior, complimented with Swedish accents. There is a small herd of bison roaming in a beautiful silvopasture easily viewed on the property. Sarah was great host, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this peaceful property. Thad and Lisa
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Courtright

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I suppose most hosts say they love meeting people - and I do. But I have hosted guests at Green Plains Cabin since 2001! One article I read suggested that most hosts leave the industry after eight years. So if market presence is any indicator, I really LOVE hosting! Moreover, it's been a wonderful way for me to keep the cabin in perfectly maintained condition to share with friends, family and guests. I grew up in a tiny, Swedish town in central Illinois. The fellas who restored the cabin suggested that it was build by Swedes based on the corner notching style. So Swedish design elements figure largely in my furnishing and decor choices. Living out my Swedish heritage is part of what has kept me engaged over the long haul. Now that I'm a retired lady, hosting guests keeps me in pocket change. My husband, Glen, and I built a new home for ourselves on the property in 2020 so we are available at a moment's notice if guests have questions or needs.

Why they chose this property

Located on the western edge of the Virginia Military Survey (VMS), this land has been in the family for generations. Quakers settled the area in the 18th & 19th centuries and it is the home to several Underground Railway sites. There is even a Civil War cemetery adjacent to the property. I love the history, love watching our bison roam the rolling pastures, and love the fireflies in the summer! While enjoying the country, I like that we are close to "civilization" - Yellow Springs is a fun and funky little town nearby (and home to Dave Chappelle), and South Charleston is a nice little town very near where you can find a grocery store, gas station, bank, a couple of quaint shops and pizza!

What makes this property unique

My guests frequently remark that, when they stay at the cabin, even though they are close to services on which we all have come to rely, they feel like they have gone 150 years back in time. It's those hand-hewn logs, the screened porch, the tire swing, life slowing down...you could be staying in a cabin in Montana. But most of my guests come from fewer that 75 miles away - how great is that?!

Languages:

English

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