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THIS IS IT!! Large Private Home, 8 Acres Borders Forest; Includes All Amenities!

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9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

THIS IS IT!! Large Private Home, 8 Acres Borders Forest; Includes All Amenities!


Look no further!! This is it!!
Everything You Need for a Stress-Free Trip!!!!
This Custom-Built 3-Level Home is bordered by Brush Creek State Forest in
Beautiful Adams County, Ohio! It's large but Cozy!
ALL Amenities Included! The less you have to pack!!
Just Walk off the Porch and you are in Brush Creek State Forest
where nature and wildlife abound!
Covered Porches overlook Forest & Mountain Stream
Smores, Campfires and Stars at Night, Walks in the mornings
Just 1 hour from Jungle Jim's Eastgate
Straight out St. Rt. 32
An Easy Drive
Leave the Stress behind!

CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT: Check-in time is 4:00 p.m./check-out time is 11:00 a.m. The home has an entry gate and a lock box; we send you the codes approximately one week prior to your arrival--for a no-contact experience.

2 OUTDOOR FIRE PITs: 1 in woods and 1 on side patio. FREE firewood is provided.

FREE LONG-DISTANCE LANDLINE PHONE: Most cell phones work at the home but a few do not due to the rural forest location; therefore we provide a landline for your use and all the free long-distance you want.

FREE WIFI: The home has WiFi, and the password is located on the side of the fridge.

TV: DISH Satellite.

Numerous Hiking Trails:

Quick Hikes within a mile of the home, we have Shoemaker Nature Preserve. Five miles from our home is Chalet Nivale, Shaded hollows, vertical cliffs, rare plants, carved out by two of Ohio's cleanest streams. Both are easier excellent hikes. Fort Hill is a hike through a mature forest to the top of the ridge where a 2000 yr old mystery of the Hopewell culture awaits. Hike more intense Buzzard's Roost, or check out the Arc of Appalachia's site for more challenging hikes. And for the easiest of all, and maybe the best...Enter the Forest at the bottom of our drive. It is flat for 1 mile, and you rarely see anyone, just deer and turkey.

Recreation/Swimming:

Long's Retreat - fun for the whole family - swimming, canoe/kayak rentals, putt-putt, water slides, arcade room and much, much more!

Mineral Springs Lake - only 8 miles away. Swimming and lots of family fun!! We've personally seen their fresh water jellyfish - pretty awesome!

Shawnee State Park - canoe rental and fishing. Approximately 20 miles away.

Dining:

Murphin Ridge Inn - 5-star dining

The Scioto Ribber - Portsmouth. Great food!

Greene Beanery - a great place to get coffee, sandwiches, soups and treats. Free Wi-Fi. Wonderful ambiance!

Blake’s Pharmacy - old fashioned soda counter!

Giovanni's Pizza - right in Peebles - everyone loves their pizza!

Local Attractions:

Miller's Amish Market - sweets, treats, meats, furniture, buggy rides and more!

Serpent Mound - an internationally known National Historic Landmark built by the ancient American Indian cultures of Ohio.

Tater Ridge Antiques - located in the Wheat Ridge Amish Community.

Property manager

Deb & Lee Giles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • 6 stairs to reach property
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hidden Gem Brush Creek Forest Ohio Sleeps 10 House Peebles
Hidden Gem Brush Creek Forest Ohio Sleeps 10 House
Hidden Gem Brush Creek Forest Ohio Sleeps 10 Peebles
Hidden Gem Brush Creek Forest Ohio Sleeps 10
Hidden Gem in Brush Creek Forest Ohio Sleeps 10!
This Is It!
This Is It!!
Luxury Trophy Deer Base Camp
Summer Fun in the Forest that's Close By!
Secluded Forest Home, With Plenty to Do if you Choose! Peebles

About the neighborhood

Map
Peebles, OH

What's nearby

  • Brush Creek State Forest - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Serpent Mound - 21 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Shawnee State Park - 43 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Rocky Fork Lake State Park - 46 min drive - 43.2 km
  • Dogwood Pass - 49 min drive - 54.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪White Star Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Locust Grove Dairy Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪J & J Village Inn - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Grille - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tomahawk Pizza - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THIS IS IT!! Large Private Home, 8 Acres Borders Forest; Includes All Amenities! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at THIS IS IT!! Large Private Home, 8 Acres Borders Forest; Includes All Amenities!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THIS IS IT!! Large Private Home, 8 Acres Borders Forest; Includes All Amenities!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is THIS IS IT!! Large Private Home, 8 Acres Borders Forest; Includes All Amenities! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is steps from Brush Creek State Forest and 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Serpent Mound. Shawnee State Park and Rocky Fork Lake are also within 25 mi (40 km).

THIS IS IT!! Large Private Home, 8 Acres Borders Forest; Includes All Amenities! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 131 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zeke S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We had a great time. The house was cozy and secluded.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall beauty
Beautiful, peaceful and private. Overall we had a great time. We were a bit disappointed by the Wi-Fi rules as they were not specified in the listing and the extensive DVD collection turned out to be less than 20 and most were from the 60’s and 70’s. Other than that we had a great time. Lots of fires and s’mores and reconnecting with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and Secluded
This is a beautiful home and property. We enjoyed all of the options - two fire pits, and two porches. Everyone in our group was able to find a place to be comfortable. The house was clean and the owners where very responsive. The kitchen was very well stocked with larger pans, and enough plates and glasses for everyone. We enjoyed hiking in the state parks in this area and even went to the Pumpkin Festival in Circleville. It was a very relaxing, and quiet place to reconnect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
We traveled as a group of 10 from ages 4- 60+. Property was clean and lovely. Everything was as listed. Owner was wonderful! Extremely prompt response time for our questions. Location was perfect. Lots of space outdoors for kiddos to explore. It rained the entire weekend, but we were quite comfortable inside and on the cozy porches .Would definitely recommend this property to anyone, especially families!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L., Wheelersburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We had a wonderful time. Everything was great and has everything you need. Made great memories. Definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
A joy for 23 to 84 year olds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great escape for two families!
Beautiful rural spot, perfect for two families to relax and spend time together. The house is lovely and the hosts were so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Poor cell service
When we arrived we had no cell service and were unable to check our phone for the codes to get on the property. After traveling to somewhere where we could get cell service(probably didn't need to go as far as we did, but it was dark and we weren't familiar with the area)we tried contacting the owners with no luck. We were however able to check the VRBO site and find where the owner's reply to my message from earlier in the day and were able to get in and enjoy our weekend. It would have helped if we were more prepared before arriving. After arriving the only complaint was the wifi restrictions and list of fines on the refrigerator that we would have liked to known beforehand. However we weren't planning on wrecking the place, so aside from the initial shock it had no effect on our stay. Nice place, but be prepared for poor cell service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay!
Just a beautiful house on a secluded piece of land. The management is top notch. I would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location for Peace and Quiet!
Our group of 10 ladies had the most wonderful weekend! The communication from Deb was stellar! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Sanctuary
We appreciated our stay at The Sanctuary. The host was very on point with response times and providing "key" information. Easy check-in process. Host was very helpful with accommodation needs, providing good space for our family. Very nice kitchen, well-equipped and functional. Very clean with comfortable beds. Free Wi-Fi available, limitations on use, definitely a place to "unplug". Family certainly enjoyed their stay at The Sanctuary.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B., Norwood OH

Liked: Cleanliness
A fun family getaway!
We really enjoyed ourselves. Turn off the electronics and appreciate mother nature! Comfy beds and anything else you might need for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and quiet
Awesome quiet with a Pileated and a whippoorwill chorus.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This was a perfect getaway for myself, my sister, and grandchildren. There is plenty to do and see on the property outside in this perfect slice of nature. The home is set in a beautiful wooded setting with a nearby creek. Very peaceful. For rainy days, the house is very comfortable with plenty of space to gather together or have your own privacy. The kitchen is very well stocked and has all needed appliances. The owners communicated well and were a pleasure to talk to. You cannot go wrong with this rental if looking for peace and quiet and relaxation!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay off the beaten path!
Beautiful spacious home off the beaten path. Great location, and wonderful property owners!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just a house in the woods
This was just the right size to accommodate 7 adults. The house could use an update on the decor but it was clean, roomy, and a nice stay for the couple of days we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

ROBYN C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
As Expected
Lots of supplies. Nice to have everything needed in kitchen and bathrooms. No need to bring/purchase the normal paper products and toiletries. Kitchen very well stocked with everything needed to prepare meals as well us plenty of dished for eating and serving. All kinds of spices were also available. However, do not park close to house!! My car was damaged by a falling branch and now the door will not open. It was not windy or stormy, just woke up and there was a branch on the car. Make sure you park vehicle away from any trees!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
A relaxing weekend with family. House has lots of amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
We had a fabulous time staying at the Sanctuary! The house was perfect for adult siblings catching up with each other. Plenty of private space and plenty of space to spend time together! The house was clean, the beds were comfortable and was well stocked for cooking meals. It was very easy to communicate with the owners. This was our 3rd visit and we are already talking about our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded, Quiet and Clean
Very Nice home with EVERYTHING you need. Remote area makes for a very quiet and relaxing stay. It was clean and very spacious. The front porch is a highlight of this place. Communication with host(s) is great and they are very responsive. We had a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giddy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away with family
Very nice get away for 10 adults,secluded and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay!
Property as described. Nice place to stay with plenty of room to spread out. Lots and lots of dishes and pans. Plenty of plates and plenty of spices to cook with!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
The scenery was very nice, having a forest just up the road made it so easy to go on hikes. The overall stay was perfect to be in the middle of nowhere and reconnect with nature. The only complaint I have is there is a limited use of Wi-Fi that isn’t said in the listing. Other then that it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Large and Comfortable Space
We were impressed with the way the house was stocked with everything you could possibly need. We also felt very comfortable. We did wish there was more of a living room. I do have to say that the home is older than it looks in the pictures. The floors squeaked and the upstairs loft was hot even though the rest of the house was cool. The downstairs living area was great. All in all, we enjoyed our stay and felt at home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful!!
The house and property was absolutely beautiful! I can't imagine a place that would have been better for my family to enjoy a vacation together!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023