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Big Oak Retreat -10 min to Kenyon - 18th century barn

Howard vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
Exterior detail
TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Apple Valley, OH
  • Place, Apple Valley Lake
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Apple Valley Golf Course
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Davis Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬

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About the area

Howard

In Howard .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Howard vacation home, you'll find Davis Beach and Apple Valley Lake. Apple Valley Golf Course and Sutton Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Apple Valley Lake - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Apple Valley Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Davis Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mohican State Park - 22 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Ohio State Reformatory - 57 min drive - 67.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiesta Mexicana - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 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.

Big Oak Retreat -10 min to Kenyon - 18th century barn

Enjoy the natural beauty surrounding this historic getaway. This 18th century beam barn was recently converted into a Luxurious Historic Retreat, where rustic heritage meets modern luxury! Step inside this stunning, fully renovated retreat and experience a one-of-a-kind getaway in the heart of Ohio’s scenic Apple Valley. Once a working barn, this unique home now offers upscale amenities while preserving its original hand-hewn Hampton beams and soaring timber ceilings. The retreat three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, The master bed and bath are downstairs, kitchen living area and one bathroom one main floor and two bedrooms upstairs. The Kitchen is fully stocked with standard cooking supplies and dinnerware Towels and linens are provided The back yard has a large hot tub on the patio and a beautiful fire pit and a charcoal grille. Located very close to Apple Valley Lake and within 10 min of Kenyon College.

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Completely Remodeled Home directly behind the Kenyon Sports Center
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, 25 reviews
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Big Oak Retreat -10 min to Kenyon - 18th century barn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Quiet and close to Gambier & Mt. Vernon. Clean and nice amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication. Really enjoyed the stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025