Athens, Ohio
Twenty-four acres of quiet. All yours.
A private cabin rental 8 minutes from Ohio University, Athens, Ohio
A renovated three-bedroom cabin in an Appalachian valley — private trails, a spring-fed pond, and a fire pit under real darkness. Eight minutes from Ohio University.
The whole cabin and all 24 acres, right for two or a full house of six. No service fees when you book direct.
The rate
Cozy for two. Spacious enough for 6.
Every stay is the entire property — three bedrooms, the loft, both decks, and all 24 acres. Two people get somewhere to settle in and lose track of the day. Six get a house that still feels open and welcoming, with room to spread out and gather back together.
No booking platform service fees, ever. Taxes and a single cleaning fee are added at checkout, and there's no algorithmic weekend markup.
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Your stay
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The land
Twenty-four acres of your own, bordered by hundreds more with nobody on them.
Trails wind through boulder formations and past a spring-fed pond with a bamboo grove at its edge. In spring, morels surface along the hillside. Year-round, expect company — deer, wild turkey, whatever else is moving through the trees that morning. At night, the sky does something most of our guests haven't seen in years.
The cabin
Renovated top to bottom. Everything you need, nothing you don't.
Plush beds, spa-style bathrooms, a kitchen you'd actually cook in, and a loft made for rainy-afternoon board games.
The master suite
King bed, private bath, morning light through the trees. The room people fight over.
Two guest rooms
Queen beds and a shared spa-style bath. Comfortable enough that guests stop being polite about the master.
The loft
Books, board games, vinyl records, and a view over the main room. Where afternoons quietly disappear — and where the kids usually end up sleeping. Travelling with a bigger family? Ask us.
Our guests
Rated 10 out of 10. Repeatedly.
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“We stayed here over Easter weekend while visiting family at Ohio University, and this place completely exceeded our expectations. From the moment we walked in, it felt like home. Not just clean and comfortable — but cozy, welcoming, and the kind of place you instantly relax in. The large dining table was a highlight — we ended every night playing games, laughing, and just enjoying being together.”
— Jennifer C., April 2026“Our teenager staked out the loft reading nook, where many rounds of Uno were waged beneath the soft glow of the lamp light. At night, I curled up by the fire ring with a ghosty thriller. The woods whisper just enough to make your imagination dance. This place is magic — secluded yet convenient, beautiful yet deeply livable.”
— Erin S., May 2025“Perfect space for celebrating — well equipped kitchen, open design, dining set up, room to dance, and what a cool loft, a wonderful surprise! The property views, outdoor space and fire pit were so enjoyable. Who could ask for more? We will be back!”
— Angie G., OU graduation weekend, May 2025“The grounds and the cabin itself are wonderful! Great for a group of alumni wanting to visit campus but have a quiet retreat as well. Will definitely stay again!”
— Carla S., May 2026“Feels remote but is quite close to town and the university. Very nice and private property. Lots of nice extras provided such as bug spray and toiletries. Excellent communication with the hosts. Comfortable beds and pillows and sofas. I would recommend.”
— Jennie C., June 2026“Chase is incredibly accommodating and great with communication. The cabin is perfect for families or gatherings of friends. Not too far from Athens, yet feels so private. It is awesome to have such a nice place to stay in Athens. We will most definitely be back!”
— Sara H., February 2026“This is easily the best travel accommodation I could recommend to anyone planning a trip to Athens. It has the hocking hills feel, but you’re only 10 minutes from anything you need in Athens. The reading loft was a wonderful addition to the house, and everything was perfect during our stay. We enjoyed the bonfire, the stars, and gorgeous blooming environment around the house.”
— Sean, April 2026“The house was amazing but the surroundings were even better. It is ‘way back there’ as we say in Appalachia. There is a pond, firepit, trails and lots of sitting around places. The kids loved the loft. We stay in a large number of AirBNB’s and this property made our ‘do again’ list.”
— Hank, Narrows VA, July 2026“Art Park was exactly what we needed for a long weekend visiting kids at OU. It’s conveniently close to campus yet far enough removed we could relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings at the home. They thought of just about everything to make us feel at home, from the well appointed kitchen, bathrooms stocked with TP, shampoo/conditioner, and even bug spray for evening bonfires.”
— Sheri, Medina OH, September 2025“We absolutely loved the place and Cabin. If I could, I would give 6 stars. The location is amazing and William and his wife have made a wonderful work in restoring the place. I certainly recommend for anyone who goes to Athens.”
— Antuan, July 2025Peak dates
The weekends that go first.
Parents Weekend, Homecoming, graduation, and football Saturdays fill the county months out. If your dates are taken, tell us — we release direct-guest openings before they hit the platforms.
Availability as of August 6, 2026. Check the booking calendar for live dates.
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We'll email you the moment those dates open — and hold them for 24 hours before they go public.
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Nearby
Close to town. Closer to nowhere.
Athens, Ohio — exact address shared after booking.
Ready when you are
The valley is waiting.
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