From Amish Country to just outside of major cities and in remote forested areas, there are a lot of top destinations in Ohio to live the cabin life. Both Airbnb and Vrbo have some wonderful cabin rentals available to help you get back to nature while enjoying many of the comforts of home. If you’re looking for a rustic getaway, here are the top Ohio cabin rentals to consider.
Hills Song Cabin - Logan
This cozy cabin is ideal for a romantic getaway or for family fun. It’s less than a mile from Lake Logan and accommodates four guests in two bedrooms, two beds, and one bath. When you stay here, you’ll also be close to a brewery, BBQ restaurant, Hocking Hills State Park, and zip-lining. Antique shops and canoe rentals are nearby too. Book this Airbnb cabin for great convenience while still experiencing the sights and sounds of nature. The cabin was built in the 1960s and features a six-person hot tub, fire pit, BBQ cooker, and lots of parking. It’s on 1.65 acres of land and games and has lots of adventure activities to enjoy in the area. Amenities included are Wi-Fi, cable TV, a kitchen, and air conditioning.
The Cabin at Maple View - Urbana
Here’s a highly rated Airbnb cabin for rent that is comfortable for up to four guests and has one bedroom, two beds, and one bath. It’s in a remote location and brand-new. You’ll be a quarter-mile off the highway and surrounded by 80 acres of woods and a big yard. Known as the Cabin at Maple View, up to six people can stay here with an inflatable mattress or cot, and it is pet-friendly too. The pet fee is $10 per pet for the first couple nights and then $5 for subsequent nights. There’s Wi-Fi here, as well as a TV with 200 channels, fire pits, laundry, a gym, and miles of trails to explore. Book this cabin to be in a rural part of Champaign County Ohio and among the rolling farmland, wooded areas, and glacial valleys.
Arrowhead Ridge Off-Grid Cabin - Butler
An Airbnb cabin option for four people is this rental property with one bedroom, two beds, and one bath. It is one of two cabins on the property and off-grid with no power or running water. The cabin overlooks a creek and is a fun place to see wildlife and hike around. The host provides games to play, as well as propane, firewood, and everything else you need to be comfortable. Access is through a mowed field with a camp Jeep that the host provides. When you stay in this cabin you’ll be in farm country among peaceful rolling green fields and near Amish shops.
Two-Bedroom Amish-Built Secluded Cabin on 80 Acres with Pond - Seaman
A Vrbo rental option is this two-bedroom cabin that is very highly rated and sleeps up to five people. It has a private pond that you can fish in and offers lovely sunset views from the back porch. The living room has a stone fireplace, and the kitchen has stainless steel appliances. The owner lives on the property if you need anything. From the cabin, it’s 2.6 miles to Seaman center. Features of the cabin include a full bathroom, air conditioning, heating, and a TV. Pets (one or two dogs) are welcome in this Vrbo cabin as long as they staff off the furniture.
The Triangle A-Frame Cabin - West Farmington
This is a cabin retreat in a 400-square-foot A-frame that’s ideal for a weekend getaway in Ohio. It has a wood-burning stove and is in the heart of Amish country. You’ll be on an acre of land with plenty of outside space. Berries and wildflowers grow around the cabin, and the hosts provide yoga mats to enhance your relaxing stay. Attractions nearby include antique shops, Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park, Holden Arboretum, and Mosquito Lake. Access is via lockbox with a key in it, and there’s a private driveway for multiple vehicles.
Secluded Country Cabin: Black Creek Retreat - Richland Township
Guests love this secluded cabin that sleeps six people and is on 36 acres of private land. It has one bedroom, four beds, and one bath. While you stay here, it’s fun to fish in the pond, hike the trails, and relax on the porch swing. You’ll be next to the Holmes County “Rails to Trails” paved trail for biking, walking, and horseback riding. The list of amenities here includes heat, air conditioning, toiletries, bedding, towels, and cookware.
Forever Spring Cabin - Mesopotamia
Vrbo also offers the Forever Spring Cabin, which gets great guest reviews and sleeps up to four people. It is a charming cabin in a private wooded setting and comes with nature paths and a two-person whirlpool. A stay here includes continental breakfast, other snacks and drinks, and a collection of DVDs and CDs. The outside area features a picnic table, fire ring, front porch with a glider, and grill on the back patio.
Sandstone Retreat - Malta
Larger groups of up to eight people can stay at this Airbnb cabin that has three bedrooms, three beds, and two baths. It’s a Southeastern Ohio vacation retreat that’s fully furnished and has a hot tub. There’s also a large game room for entertainment. You can swim in the pond, fish from the deck, and grill out on the patio. When you stay here, you’ll be 15 miles from Malta, McConnelsville, and the Twin City Opera. Fun things to do in the area include seeing the covered bridges, Miner’s Memorial Park, Burr Oak State Park, and Wayne National Forest.
Verde Grove Cabins, "Oink" - Nelsonville
With a pink front door and known as “Oink,” this Airbnb rental is a cabin for up to four people. It has two bedrooms, three beds, and one bath, as well as a hot tub, screened-in porch, gas grill, and fire ring. You’ll be between Athens and Hocking Hills here in an ATV-friendly community. Other attractions nearby are the Nelsonville Historic Arts District and Hocking Hills State Park. The cabin is situated on 50 acres of privately owned property and offers Wi-Fi and a TV for guests to use.
Cozy Cabin with Two-Acre Private Lake on 100-Acre Nature Retreat - Scio
This 1,500-square-foot cabin is a great choice for up to six people looking for an Ohio getaway. It has two bedrooms and four beds for your group. Aspiring anglers love staying here because there’s a private two-acre lake onsite that contains largemouth bass, crappie, and bluegill. The 100-acre property has trails to hike, while the interior of the cabin is equipped with a kitchen, laundry machines, and an indoor fireplace.
Log Home on Private Pond with Hot Tub by Hocking Hills - New Plymouth
For a log cabin that overlooks a private pond, consider this Airbnb rental property. It has a wrap-around porch, four-person hot tub, gas grill, stocked kitchen, and fireplace. You’ll be just 10 minutes from Hocking Hills State Park here. The cabin does not have Wi-Fi, so plan to disconnect when you come here. The pond is stocked with bass and bluegill for a little fishing trip. If you plan to stay here during the winter, make sure to have a 4×4 vehicle for the snow.
The Cabin at Saltcreek Pond - Apple Creek
Nestled in Amish Country, this spacious cabin has lots of luxuries while letting you get back to nature too. It’s 15 minutes from shops and dining and ideal for couples rather than families with kids. Guests have access to the whole property and the onsite pond with catch-and-release fishing available upon request. Perks of staying here are the hot tub, Wi-Fi, Jacuzzi tub, two fireplaces, full kitchen, large deck, laundry machines, and fire pit. There are two bedrooms and 2.5 baths here to accommodate up to six adults.
Green Plains Cabin - South Charleston
Up to six people can stay at this Airbnb rental cabin that has two bedrooms, four beds, and 1.5 baths. The cabin is on 66 acres of countryside and farmland and a 19th-century space with a large stone fireplace. It is about 20 minutes from Dayton and has a screened-in porch, hot tub, and outdoor shower. You and your group will be on a working farm and have access to a catch-and-release pond. The host provides two bikes that you’re welcome to use on the Ohio to Erie Bike Trail, which is just a mile away.
Historic Cabin on 300-Acre Farm in Amish Country - Stone Creek
We also love this six-person cabin that’s 1,100 square feet in size and that dates back to 1820. It’s in the heart of Amish country and on a 300-acre farm that’s nine miles from Sugarcreek. The Vrbo property has a full kitchen, air conditioning, satellite TV, and laundry machines for your convenience. The sleeping arrangements are a queen-size bed, double bed, and futon. It’s also fun to stay here because of the five-acre and one-acre private lakes onsite, as well as the small private beach on the larger lake. Pets are not allowed at this cabin.
