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"Ridge Haus" tiny cabin of Waldbaden

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Exterior
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Athens, OH
  • Ohio University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Peden Stadium
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Court Street
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Athens, OH (ATO-Ohio University)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

"Ridge Haus" tiny cabin of Waldbaden

Please check on our new listing, "Ulysses", if the cabin you are looking at is not available on the date you are desiring to visit.

Stay in a truly unique, two story tiny home style cabin with a porch almost over looking a creek, and 30 acres of woods, hills and wild life. Explore the trails and experience nature conveniently near the lively culture and arts town of Athens, Ohio, and Ohio University. However, please note that the staircase is narrow and the second floor has low ceilings which may not be suitable for some guests.

'Waldbaden', our name for the land where we have built cabins, is the German word(s) for 'forest bathing'. The concept behind 'forest bathing' is that the trees are therapeutic for mental and physical health. We are not experts in the practice of 'waldbaden' but we definitely find our bit of forest rejuvenating and we hope you do too.

Please feel free to walk the trails and see the nature, but also be aware that it is mostly untamed nature and that your exploration is at your own risk.

* Steps are narrow and a little steep inside the cabin.

** We keep our cabins clean and tidy. However, they are located in a forest, and occasionally, insects visit them. We do not use pesticides as the residual chemicals of using them are likely to cause harm to our guests and nature, where as the insects are not. Please be aware of this, as we do not offer refunds for the presence of nature.

Property manager

Evan Binkley
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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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, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please consult with us before bringing your pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets are not permitted on the bed. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Smoking, vaping, and e-cigarettes are only allowed outdoors.

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Athens

Athens is home to this cabin. Court Street and Rocky Factory Outlet Store are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area. Hot Dog Museum and Fun Barn are also worth visiting.
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Athens, OH

What's nearby

  • Ohio University - 13 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Peden Stadium - 14 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Dairy Barn Arts Center - 14 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Court Street - 14 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Hot Dog Museum - 14 min drive - 8.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Boyd Dining Hall - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Donkey Coffee & Espresso - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Larry's Dawghouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Ridge Haus" tiny cabin of Waldbaden pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at "Ridge Haus" tiny cabin of Waldbaden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Ridge Haus" tiny cabin of Waldbaden?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Ridge Haus" tiny cabin of Waldbaden located?

Situated in Athens, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Wayne National Forest Athens Unit, West State Dog Park and OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital. Ohio University and Court Street are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Wonderful!

What a beautiful property and just an adorable little cabin. The trails were beautiful. I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michele C.

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

Clean Cabin

It was not what I thought, much smaller than imagined. Maybe since we are seniors, it was not ideal for us. We only stayed one night vs 2 that we planned.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

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

Relaxing Night

We were looking for somewhere other than a hotel while touring Ohio on college visits for my daughter. This was the perfect “unplugged” relaxing night we were hoping for.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Cozy and beautiful

Peaceful, beautiful cozy getaway for a couple that loves nature and each other. Sitting on the porch, you can listen to the serenade of bullfrogs, comfortably relax outside by the fire. Use Care on the staircase as the steps are steep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Hobgoblins, Lakes and Trees, oh my!

Personality, care and craftsmanship was poured into the entire property. From the superb woodworking and the beautiful trails, to the cutest little orange koi that we shared our breakfast with! The hostess with the mostest was so helpful, who upon our request, led us around the property and told us the most charming stories of hobgoblins and various town histories and then gave us some much needed directions (like where to find cell signal lol) We can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Evan Binkley

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My family and I are artists. I'm originally from Ohio, and my wife is from Hong Kong. We lived in NYC, Hong Kong, and now Ohio. We also spend a lot of time in Hokkaido, Japan. We love culture, travel and most of all creating things. These cabins on this land is one of our dreams. We've poured our souls into building them from nothing. We really hope you enjoy them and the beautiful forested land, hills and rock formations that surround them.

Why they chose this property

Our location is a 10 minute drive from OU and uptown Athens, but it feels like you are far out in the wilderness. Quite unusually for Appalachian Ohio, there are all kinds of shopping, restaurants, and other amenities in town and around it. Biking, hiking, parks and cultural happenings are nearby. Live music happens in a variety of venues on an almost nightly basis. Athens has three micro breweries and the brewery Little Fish is almost at the end of our road. The Plains, which is also quite close, has some of the above as well.

What makes this property unique

Nature, comfort and unique design. This cabin is cozy and comfortable with great nature views, especially from the porch.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests