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Cozy Winter Retreat | Fireplace • Firepit • Games

McArthur vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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McArthur, Ohio
  • Place, Lake Hope State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hocking Hills State Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohio University
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the area

McArthur

In McArthur .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Hope State Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area with a stay here. Hooper Park and Woodcock Nature Preserve are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Hope State Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Hocking Hills State Park - 27 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Ohio University - 32 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center - 33 min drive - 43.1 km
  • Old Man's Cave - 36 min drive - 45.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Hope Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Village Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mama Renies Pizza - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Winter Retreat | Fireplace • Firepit • Games

Escape to Shea Farmhouse, a charming 1800s farmhouse blending historic warmth with modern comfort — your perfect cozy winter staycation, fun girls' trip, or romantic couple getaway in the heart of Hocking Hills magic. Wrapped in quiet countryside peace, this pet-friendly 1100 sq ft retreat sleeps 7 and invites you to hibernate in style.

Gather in the warm, inviting living room where the crackling fire creates a glowing haven. Plush seating, board games galore, and the Roku Smart TV make it ideal for movies, hot cocoa nights (BYO), or endless laughter as (hopefully) snow swirls outside.

Rest easy across three cozy queen bedrooms (downstairs primary for privacy, plus two upstairs with dressers/closets) and a full pull-out couch in the living room for extra guests or kids. The bathroom offers a relaxing tub/shower combo with fresh towels and plenty of hot water — perfect for thawing out after winter adventures.

Girls' trip vibes: Bond over board games, cookie-baking in the fully stocked kitchen, or yard fun with your pup — then gather around the private firepit with Adirondack chairs for marshmallow roasting under starry skies.

For couples: Light the fire, dim the lights, and let the historic charm set the scene for intimate evenings full of warmth and connection.

Step onto the wide front porch for crisp morning coffee (even in the snow!), or explore the backyard cave, nearby Moonville Tunnel for spooky winter walks, and quick drives to waterfalls in Hocking Hills State Park, or hikes at Lake Hope State Park. Plenty of parking for trailers, outdoor grill for BBQs, big yard for pets, and a big farmhouse table for meals or puzzles.

Message us before booking for a seasonal 10% discount! Whether you're chasing frozen caves and trails by day, firepit evenings by night, or simply doing nothing at all — Shea Farmhouse is your historic, heartfelt winter hug.

Pack the flannels, grab your people (and pets!), and come hide away. The firepit is ready, the farmhouse is waiting, and winter here feels like a fairytale! ❄️🔥🏡

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No fireworks or flame candles. $300 fee for smoking. No cats.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Cozy Winter Retreat | Fireplace • Firepit • Games Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

chad c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed, pet friendly home with peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view , peaceful place everything was perfect very comfortable and relax place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A place to relax and reset

Our time in Vinton County was nothing short of fabulous. The Shea Farmhouse was lovely. Perfect size, ample amount of room for myself and 2 teenagers. The kitchen was well equipped for vacation. While we are very used to old homes, some may need to know before you go in order to have a happy stay like we did.Pros: *The property was so lovely, loads of green space for baggo/corn toss, running around, walking, bird watching, enjoying the light show of fireflies, nightly orchestral music provided by crickets, bullfrogs and whip-poor-wills. *The fire pit was right next to the house with great size and chairs - so nice*Bedding was so incredibly soft, clean and just the right warmth without weight. Also the throw blankets were so soft. Ample and very clean.*The house is “close” to many things we wanted to do (close in Hocking Hills is a 20-30 min drive average). Suggestions for house:Kitchen: * a cookie sheet for reheating leftovers*Ice maker or ice cube trays in the fridge - although the countertop icemaker made the best slushy ice cubes the output was quite small for the size of house. *More than one coffee cup would be nice.*Be Vigilant on your cleanliness. The outside will come in if you leave out any food. We put EVERYTHING in the fridge. You’d be shocked how quickly they sense food of any type. We even put our garbage in the freezer.Bath: A window covering that is a little more private, so that those at the fire pit do not have a view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025