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POND IN THE PINES CABIN -COMPLETELY RENOVATED ON 27 ACRES - POND-HOCKING HILLS

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Exterior
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Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6147.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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McArthur, OH
  • Hocking Hills State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Ash Cave
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Old Man's Cave
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Athens, OH (ATO-Ohio University)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

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

Primary On Suite Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

POND IN THE PINES CABIN -COMPLETELY RENOVATED ON 27 ACRES - POND-HOCKING HILLS

Nestled on 27 very private wooded acres with a one-acre pond and private walking trails, The Pond in the Pines Cabin is a nature lover's dream. Catch and release fish from our beautiful pond from the bank or use our small rowboat or paddle board. Guests assume all risk when exploring our property and pond. The star gazing is UNREAL with almost no artificial light! Within 15 to 20 minutes of Old Man's Cave, Ash Cave, Lake Hope State Park and many other attractions including the haunted Moonville tunnel. The cabin has privacy and a central location to Hocking, Vinton and Athens County. Feeling like a glass of wine and some food? We are 2 miles from the Le Petit Chevalier Vinyards! Traveling with an infant/toddler? We provide a full-size portable crib! The great room has a 60-inch smart TV with HDMI Cord and a Nintendo Switch. We are one of the few cabins in the area that has great cell service and WIFI. If you are traveling with your well-behaved canine companion we provide bowls, an indoor bed and a cot on the deck. Dogs only please with a $50 fee per stay, with a 2 dog maximum. If you have more than 2 dogs please reach out.
























Property manager

Traci Nichols
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised by adults at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No dogs on furniture or beds. If you leave, dog must be crated or with you. Please pick up and bag all pet waste
The old cabin by the pond, the tree house, and the barn are off limits.
No shooting or hunting allowed. No fireworks permitted

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

McArthur

Located in McArthur, this cabin is in a rural area. The Perfect Touch Massage & Traveling Spa and Blue Moon Acres 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 Wayne National Forest Athens Unit. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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McArthur, OH

What's nearby

  • Hocking Hills State Park - 19 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Ash Cave - 20 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Cedar Falls - 23 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Old Man's Cave - 24 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Lake Hope State Park - 36 min drive - 27.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Club Vinton - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Backcountry Barbecue - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Nichols Carry Out & Pizza - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mullins' Us Pizza - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is POND IN THE PINES CABIN -COMPLETELY RENOVATED ON 27 ACRES - POND-HOCKING HILLS pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at POND IN THE PINES CABIN -COMPLETELY RENOVATED ON 27 ACRES - POND-HOCKING HILLS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at POND IN THE PINES CABIN -COMPLETELY RENOVATED ON 27 ACRES - POND-HOCKING HILLS?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is POND IN THE PINES CABIN -COMPLETELY RENOVATED ON 27 ACRES - POND-HOCKING HILLS located?

This family-friendly McArthur cabin is located in a rural location, steps from Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hocking Hills State Park and Ash Cave. Ash Cave Recreation Area and Continuing Healthcare Solutions 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

Tessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
It was a really nice place and clean. Property manager checked in on us to make sure everything was okay. Nice location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hocking Hills Hidden Gem
This place is not only gorgeous but absolute serenity. If you are looking to relax and enjoy the beautiful outdoor this is just the place for you. Our family had an amazing time and will definitely be back!! Can't wait to book our next trip to this little piece of heaven. There is everything you can think of in the cabin, all you need to bring is your clothes and the rest is taken care of. Traci is absolutely amazing and was so informative and helpful the entire trip. Thanks so much for sharing your happy place with us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday Getaway
Great home! Great Hostess! The home was very clean and tidy with many items that travelers may forget including a very well stocked kitchen and pet friendly! My family and I would definitely book again and would definitely recommend that others go!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

william E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay
Great place for a family or a few friends to gather and enjoy peace and quiet Traci was an amazing host. Will be planning another stay here soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private and Convenient
The property and house were both beautiful. It was wonderful not having to worry about bringing a ton of baby stuff since the house had it all (especially the big ticket items). The owners were very easy to contact and quick to respond. We all had an amazing time there!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home & Amazing Hosts!
Traci & Ron are wonderful hosts! The home and property are beautiful. Every amenity you can think of was provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic weekend trip in the woods!
We loved the property. We had great communication with the hosts and were only around a 20min drive to Hocking Hills State Park. Everything was beautiful and in a great state! We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and home
We enjoyed our stay immensely! So much so that we ended up cooking at the home rather than going out to eat. Pond in the Pines Cabin sits on a beautiful property with fun trails to explore and the pond to enjoy. The home is truly beautiful with many nice touches, very clean, and very relaxing! Traci is a great host!! We will come back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
What a great place to stay. The owners have thought of everything. The house is clean and comfortable. The property is huge, and really provides a sense of getting away from it all. The pond is full of fish and makes for an enjoyable fishing experience. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister's Birthday Get Away
We enjoyed our stay at POND IN THE PINES CABIN! The host has done a fabulous job in decor and ambiance at the cabin that made it feel like home away from home. Views are beautiful, and hiking paths to the pond were enjoyable to walk. The house is well stocked with items you may need, very clean and beds were comfortable. We felt very secure at the location. Would recommend this cabin to anyone who seeks peace and guiet and to enjoy nature. This would be a good place for families with children who would like to give them an experience with nature. Hope to stay again sometime. Lillian
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay at Pond in the Pines Cabin!
We had a wonderful stay at Pond in the Pines cabin! The cabin was very clean, beautiful, and looked even nicer than the pictures. Traci’s communication was excellent the entire time from the check in process, checking in throughout our stay, and the check out process. She even left us a bottle of wine and chocolate on check in! For anyone with dogs, we brought our fur baby with us and he probably enjoyed himself the most! The property is completely secluded and he enjoyed being able to run around and visit the pond. We had a wonderful time! Highly recommend if you are looking for a cozy retreat in Hocking Hills!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene getaway, very relaxing!
Property was exceptionally clean. Great care was taken to make the home well stocked. Very accommodating for our dog as well. Host really thought of everything, and cared about our satisfaction. Total privacy and make for a perfect getaway weekend. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evamarie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to unwind
I had so many things planned but this home was so comfortable that we just hung there. Anything I forgot they had it there including dog bowls. First time I’ve ever stayed somewhere where the place was as beautiful as the pictures. We all needed to relax and we did. Complete with fishing and a boat at the pond. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal Cabin & Property
What a great property and location..... We visit the area multiple times per year and have rented many different cabins. Some good, some not so good. No need to search for anything different now. The cabin was extremely clean and exactly as promised in the listing and photos. The 27 acre property is very well maintained, with an established trail system and pond to hike and explore. Plenty of time can be spent on the property, in addition to being in close proximity (but not too close!) to the usual (popular) hiking locations. Little details matter, and we appreciated that everything was well thought of in advance. Traci was a great host, with clear instructions and communication. No complaints here! We will be back....
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can’t wait to go back!!
Best way to describe this property, all you need to do is insert people and food, everything else has been provided! The property is so unique and beautiful, the owners have taken so much care in renovating the house and caring for the land and pond. A few tips/notes, the trail to the pond is off the backyard and is very well established and not too far of a walk, halfway to the pond is a well marked split with signs to continue to the pond or veer off to a trail path. Note, the walk back up to the house gets a bit steep, great workout! We enjoyed so much time at the pond fishing, paddle boarding and boating. My husband was the big winner with catching 26 over our 3 days! We purchased worms/bait from a gas station about 10 miles down the road on the way to Hocking Hills State Park to hike. We brought our own fishing poles but the owners do provide a couple fishing poles and lures as well. Our three kids really enjoyed the paddle boats and the fishing boat that were provided as well. We also really enjoyed the well established trails throughout the property, lots of different trails…very calm and serene. My husband and I enjoyed morning coffee, walking the trails or sitting by the pond each morning! We didn’t get to go to JimBo’s restaurant because they were closed Monday-Wednesday, but did check out Mains in McArthur for burgers/ice cream, yum! we are looking very forward to rebooking this property for fall break next year and extending our stay! Jump on this unique find!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most wonderful place!
Before we even got to the house, I was in contact with Traci the owner with a few questions. She was the most helpful hostess I have ever communicated with! When I say the house was clean, it was spotless! You could take a white glove and not find one speck of dust anywhere! Even the globes on the ceiling fans were spotless. They provide everything, dish and dishwasher soap, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, TONS of nice fluffy towels, laundry soap and dryer sheets. They even have cleaning supplies in case of spills or whatever! The furniture was clean, new and comfortable, the beds, sheets and mattresses were wonderful, I even asked about the mattresses to see about buying for my own home, Traci sent me the link right away! They have just about every appliance you would want to use in the kitchen. Besides your clothes and food, you don't need to bring anything else. The TV has Roku and Netflix and other apps the WIFI was fast, there are games and books to read. The property is nice with a fun pond and walking trails. I like to bird and there was a wide variety of birds everywhere, with a feeder and a bird bath outside to watch feeder birds also. There is a very nice fire pit, but due to ban on fires in the state we were not able to use. We had a great time! We went to Kindred Spirits for dinner one night and it was great! Their brown butter cake is so good!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect nature getaway!
If I could rate this experience higher than 5 stars in every category, I would! When we arrived, the host had left us wine, muffins, and a thank you note. I had an open line of communication with the host the entire stay and she went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. The pictures of the property don’t do it justice. Everything is brand new and the host thought of everything with the amenities. My husband and I love to go fishing and the pond is what sold us on booking this property and it did not disappoint. We caught lots of blue gill and very large bass. The pond is truly private and was a big part of where we spent our time on this trip. We brought along our 15 year old daughter and our 2 fur kids, Marlee and Zeke. They are both larger dogs, one being a Rottweiler and the other a Boxer and they LOVED every minute of their stay as well. Plenty of room to run and play! Old Man’s Cave and other popular hiking trails were just a 15-20 minute drive away. If you are looking to relax at a beautiful property, in a cozy home, and you love to fish! This place is definitely for you! I am already looking into booking this place again in the next few months! We loved it that much!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Traci Nichols

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My husband and I currently live in Knox County, but my husband grew up in the Hocking Hills area and we always knew we wanted to eventually own a little slice of heaven there. The natural beauty of the area, along with the the incredible rock formations, caves and waterfalls is truly amazing . It is truly one of the most undisturbed areas in Ohio. When we found the right property, we had to take a leap of faith and buy it. We hope you love it as much as we do!

Ron and Traci

Why they chose this property

Close to all of the Hocking Hills attractions and parks , the location can't be beat!

What makes this property unique

The privacy of this property is fantastic! Located on a dead end road with 27 wooded acres and a 1 acre pond. You can hike, fish or on a clear night see the Milky Way in all it's glory!

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