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Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway in the zaleski state forest.

Family-friendly vacation home in McArthur

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Escape to Tommy House, a tranquil retreat nestled within the state forest. Relax by the campfire or savor your morning coffee on the deck overlooking the woods. This cozy haven offers endless options: explore nearby trails, visit Ohio University in Athens for shopping, or unwind with horseback riding at Uncle Bucks.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway in the zaleski state forest.

Quiet comfortable retreat within the state forest. Just minutes away from all the fun stuff to do in the Hocking Hills region. Horse back riding at Uncle Bucks to hiking at the Moonville Rail Trail to boat rental at Lake Hope and dinner at the Lodge. Just minutes away from Ohio University in Athens for major shopping or small-town boutiques in Mcarthur. Public hunting within a mile and a shooting range within 10 minute for target practice. Large deck with a fenced in yard. Everything you need is right here at the Tommy House. Relax around the campfire, or have a cup of coffee on the deck overlooking the woods, or take a hike on one of the many trails located in the forest. Options are endless.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please don't park in the yard. There is a through drive that will accommodate all that stay.
Please Do Not park in the yard

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Foldable crib in closet.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the neighborhood

Located in McArthur, this vacation home is in a rural area. Dairy Barn Arts Center and Southeast Ohio History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Buckeye Furnace State Memorial and Nelsonville Brick Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Jackson County Fairgrounds, or check out an event or a game at Convocation Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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McArthur, OH

What's nearby

  • Lake Hope State Park - 23 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Ohio University - 37 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Hocking Hills State Park - 44 min drive - 39.9 km
  • Ash Cave - 45 min drive - 41.7 km
  • Old Man's Cave - 55 min drive - 50.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Hope Lodge - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Village Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Water's Edge General Store - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mama Renies Pizza - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway in the zaleski state forest. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway in the zaleski state forest.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway in the zaleski state forest.?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway in the zaleski state forest. located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Waterloo State Forest, Wayne National Forest Athens Unit, and Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area. Lake Hope State Park is 10.6 mi (17 km) away.

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Reviews

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway in the zaleski state forest. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ted c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachele F.

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

Nice cabin

Very nice little cabin. It was well kept and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

valencia w.

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

Best autumn getaway

Its just the cutest little house, and it has everything you could ever need!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Great Little Place

Husband and I enjoyed this property immensely. Perfect for our anniversary and mushroom society foray at Zaleski.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Weekend trip

Perfect stay for Vinton furnace access
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

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

Wonderful

This place is really great and comfortable. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney B.

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

Nice getaway place

Has everything you would need. A nice wooded area and comfortable home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin C.

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

Peaceful, quiet place to stay

The place was very comfortable and didn't lack for anything. Complete kitchen with everything, Internet and even board games. Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalena J.

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

A cozy getaway

We had an amazing stay at the Tommy House. It was cozy, clean, and beautiful! The house is not far from Hocking Hills which makes for an easy commute to hiking trails. The host thinks of everything when it comes to the essentials and has added a lot of small touches to make the house feel like home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Great stay, responsive host

Had a great stay! There was a minor inaccuracy in the listing - host corrected it immediately and offered a discount. Very responsive host, cute place, highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Divya A.

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

Wonderful stay

My family enjoyed the stay. Tommy house was comfortable . We especially loved, eating dinner, in the back patio. It's a quiet neighborhood. We ended our stay with a campfire our in the front of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

We took it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway!

What a wonderful spot! It was clean, tidy, and incredibly cozy. Everything we could've wanted was provided, and we had a fantastic time! The view was incredible, and would've been even more amazing in spring or fall. Lena was super responsive, welcoming, and kind. A wonderful house with a very special story.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

tori s.

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

Absolutely wonderful

The house was amazing, it was clean, organized, and had everything we needed. The pictures don’t do it justice, the house is beautiful. The only issue we found is there is no lighter provided for the fire pit, but we would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

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

Weekend Getaway

Tommy House was so cozy and comfy for our little family! Lena was a great host, very responsive throughout the start of my booking. We came for a last minute trip to do some hiking and Tommy house was a clean, comfortable space to be at! Also very accommodating for us bringing our toddler! We had all we needed for our stay! Favorite spot was the deck and the views from it! Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

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

Wonderful

I was finally able to take my entire family on a short but much needed family getaway a the host couldn't have been more courteous an helpful. She left a note for activities I had mentioned. A was always available for help. Our family had an amazing time an we are looking forward to coming back to the same place every year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan B.

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

Tranqulity

It was a perfect choice for our weekend getaway. The house is comfy, very well-maintained, and fully stocked. Everything you could ever need is already there. The house is 100% family/kid friendly. Easy access to the property and Wi-Fi worked great. ***Be aware / T-Mobile signal is weak in this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Ideal for a getaway

We loved staying here! The house was clean and well kept up, and the view out back was tremendous - it backs on to a huge tree-lined ravine and a state forest (I can only imagine what it's like in the fall when the leaves change colors). The location is fairly remote which is perfect for a getaway with peace and quiet, but close enough to the Hocking Hills to make for some good sightseeing. There's a grocery store about 15 (?) minutes down the road as well. The host (Lena) was easy to communicate with and went out of her way to fix the wifi right after we checked in, and made sure we had everything we needed. I definitely recommend a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie S.

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

Nothing but great things to say!

This house was perfect and cozy for our family trip to the Hocking Hills. We were able to be comfortable like we were home. We enjoyed the sights of the Hocking Hills and able to return to the house to enjoy a peaceful, relaxing evening by the campfire. Lena was a wonderful host. She had everything there and easy to find! We did not have to bother her at all!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024