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Secluded Black Bear Lodge w/ Private Pool & Hot Tub near Hocking Hills Ohio

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Exterior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded Black Bear Lodge w/ Private Pool & Hot Tub near Hocking Hills Ohio

The Black Bear Lodge is a luxurious lodge nestled in the woods of Hocking Hills on 10 acres of private acreage while still remaining close to nearby restaurants, shops, and local attractions. The lodge boasts 4 comfortable bedrooms, large living spaces, and a magnificent kitchen and dining area. The outdoor pool is one of the best features during the summer months. Traveling is a breeze when you stay with us as the lodge is fully equipped with great amenities. Property offers game room, outdoor hot tub, fire pit, and hiking trails. State Parks, lakes, canoe & kayaking, ziplining and so much more all located within a short distance from the property.
Guests will enter an inviting space that makes you feel like you are home away from home. The knotty pine walls, hardwood flooring, and wooden accents make you feel warm and comfortable. The open-concept layout makes it easy to entertain guests. The lodge comes with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and living room. There are 4 bedrooms for guests to rest for a day of fun.

When you visit Hocking Hills and Wayne National Forest, it is all about the experience! At Black Bear Lodge, we hope you & your guests spend quality time together. Cook home-made meals in the kitchen, dine around the hand-crafted dining table, or have a cookout on the back patio. Spend the evening watching movies with a large bowl of popcorn on the sectional. On cold evenings, cozy up next to the fireplace with a cup of hot chocolate. The options are endless.

Spend time around the firepit roasting marshmallows and eating chocolatey smores around the crackling fire. Forget about the chaos of your everyday life for the weekend and get outdoors! The outdoor spaces are our absolute favorite. After long days of sight-seeing, you can spend time in the sun by the pool. Play games in the large, spacious yard. End your night by soothing tired muscles in the hot tub and taking in the views of the night sky and calmness of the forest.

Property manager

1st Choice Cabin Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

stChoiceCabinRentals4513_139156
Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Nelsonville, Ohio

What's nearby

  • Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - 10 min drive
  • Hocking College - 13 min drive
  • Lake Hope State Park - 16 min drive
  • Ohio University - 28 min drive
  • Hocking Hills State Park - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Los Mariachis - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mine - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded Black Bear Lodge w/ Private Pool & Hot Tub near Hocking Hills Ohio have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secluded Black Bear Lodge w/ Private Pool & Hot Tub near Hocking Hills Ohio pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Black Bear Lodge w/ Private Pool & Hot Tub near Hocking Hills Ohio?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Black Bear Lodge w/ Private Pool & Hot Tub near Hocking Hills Ohio?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Black Bear Lodge w/ Private Pool & Hot Tub near Hocking Hills Ohio located?

This family-friendly Nelsonville holiday home is located in a rural location, steps from Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hocking Valley Scenic Railway and Rocky Factory Outlet Store. Zaleski State Forest and Nelsonville Brick Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Secluded Black Bear Lodge w/ Private Pool & Hot Tub near Hocking Hills Ohio Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Albert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary getaway
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at a beautiful location
Wonderful cabin deep in the woods that's close to lots of wonderful hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

S C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin but needs a little extra effort
Good place but no little extras for the price. Small issues needed fixed for the amount paid: cabin at 78 degrees at height of the hot and humid summer and my asthmatic husband wheezing for 12 hours until it finally cooled down and needing fans at full blast to make it bearable; shower in main suite didn’t drain well; tub in main suite didn’t stay stoppered; right, front stove burner didn’t work. Beautiful property and cabin but for the price, they need to maintain the small things better. I have stayed at higher priced places previously and it is the small, extra things that make the stay special and worth it. They need to put the extra effort to make it worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip to Hocking Hills
We enjoyed our stay at black bear lodge. The cabin was very secluded and quiet. We enjoyed using the hot tub in the evening after a long hike. The cabin was very spacious and clean. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
Nice Place. I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice K., Cincinnati, US

Liked: Cleanliness
More than I expected
Everything from location, the fact that we were 20 mins or less to stores (Antique Mall), the hot tub, and being able to sit with family and cook for family was even better. We needed to bring nothing but food.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice stay
This home is very nice and had everything needed to make our stay enjoyable, comfortable and convenient. We had a small family gathering for the holidays and enjoyed family meals, visiting and card playing each evening. We had our two dogs with us and there was plenty of yard space for them to explore. The location is great, very peaceful and quiet but close enough to both Nelsonville and Athens. The check in was fast and easy, but you have to stop in their local store/office to get checked in prior to going to the home and again to drop off the home key after your stay, a minor inconvenience. The home was very clean inside throughout and had all the needed amenities. The interior is well updated and all the wood work gives it a rustic cabin feel and it’s well furnished. It was decorated for Christmas time. The hot tub was functional but has wear and tear, we didn’t use it because it didn’t appear recently well cleaned. Not a big disappointment because we weren’t counting on using it. There were some dog piles between the pool and hot tub that had been missed or ignored by previous visitors. Overall we enjoyed our time at the home and would recommend it for a stay in the area, we would stay here again. Thank you First Choice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time at New Year's Eve
Property as described, some minor issues, but overall it was a great stay. House is very spacious, even closets are very large. Plenty of room for everyone. Hot tub was nice. Would come again. 25 min ride to Hocking Hills State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful house and property. Little disappointed the fireplace wasn’t operational but no big deal. One bench in dining room was broke when we arrived but I notified the host and received a quick response. Our family had a fabulous time! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ciera

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin, very private
This cabin is gorgeous and extremely spacious! And SO CLEAN!! It's exactly as listed...the hot tub worked great, the kitchen had everything we needed to prepare all our meals. We really enjoyed the fireplace and they will deliver firewood so it is waiting for you upon arrival which was very convenient. Gorgeous master bath. Really big yard, nice patio area. We really enjoyed our stay. If I had to nitpick about anything it would be that I wished it was self check in with a lock box for convenience....with the days shorter and check in after 4 by the time we went to the place to pick up our key it was dark and finding the cabin wasn't easy. As a matter of fact we accidentally pulled into the driveway of a nearby property and an older woman came out with her arms crossed so i rolled the window down and said "I'm sorry, I think we're a little lost" to which she loudly replied "I don't give a s___ get the f___ off my land!" So that was pleasant....just don't make that mistake and you'll be fine lol
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

matthew C., Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness
Hide away from the world
I enjoy the peace and quiet of the location along with the attractions close by as well. It was the mix for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
It was very nice 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M., West Chester,oh

Liked: Cleanliness
Good time
Property shows better in person. Only issue hot tub could be be cleaner. Ceptic tank smelled. 3rd bedroom ceiling fan needs balancing. Turned in issues to managemenet. Would rent again. Totallly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Fred S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Black bear lodge ups and downs
This was a nice house for our children and grandchildren. But the beds were not very comfortable for adults. This house was not very accomadating for my wife and I because we use walker's and the steps and bathrooms and doors were too narrow. We have found most all VRBO houses are not handicap friendly. Thanks Fred and Pat Surface
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Staci H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Trip
My family and I made a short trip to Hocking Hills for a few days and stayed at the Black Bear Lodge. Everything was as described and it's a beautiful home and property. The pool and hot tub were great and it was great that we were able to take our dogs with us. We would definitely recommend the Black Bear Lodge to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Clean, private & wonderful! Except the grill should be checked before the guest arrives. It was not hooked up properly. Needs lights by the pool around the side to see where you are walking. Had plenty of towels, utensils etc. Very nice place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Friends Weekend
We loved our stay at Black Bear Cabin. It was clean and stacked with amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
Myself, my daughter & son in law and their daughters stayed in this cabin for a quick family getaway for 2 nights. The cabin was furnished so nice with very comfortable beds and smart tvs in each of the 4 bedrooms. The granddaughters absolutely loved having our own pool and I loved having the hot tub. It was a great 2 nights and I would definitely recommend the cabin to everyone looking for an amazing vacation rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michelan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!!
The cabin was fantastic, very clean. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything. WiFi not the greatest, but we managed. The only thing that would have been nice, was if they would have given an extra key.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love having a pool and hot tub!
Great cabin. This is our second summer staying there. Well appointed kitchen with everything you need to self cater. Pool was great! Comfy beds. We wish we could self check-in, but that’s a minor gripe!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Property was nice house was very clean liked tge layout of the house
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Place was as advertised. Everything was clean and pretty well kept. We did have mice in the cabin which we totally understand can happen. Doesn’t make it any less disappointing. Hot tub was great, pool could have used a vacuuming but we enjoyed it all the same. I would recommend if staying here to bring a comfortable outside chair with you. I don’t mind a picnic table but I can’t sit and relax on one. And maybe a pop up tent to provide some shade or shelter if it rains. Overall I would probably stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time
We had some friends get together for the weekend. Plenty of room to spread out or come together if we wanted to. Loved the hot tub and grill.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin!
This cabin is so beautiful and clean! We absolutely loved it and had plenty of room for 6 adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023