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Charming Pines Lodge at Sand Run Lake in Wayne National Forest, mins from Hocking Hills Ohio

  • WiFi
  • Swimming Pool
  • Pet Friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • ATV Friendly
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Lodge with Picturesque Views, Private Hot Tub, Great Outdoor Space, Pet Friendly

Welcome to our Pines Lodge located at Sand Run Lake. Here, you are in the middle of Wayne National Forest, where you can spend time getting lost in the calming forest. You can unwind at our charming and cozy lodge great for any friend or family get together while visiting Hocking Hills. At the Pines Lodge, you are centrally located to all Athens, Logan, and Nelsonville which allows you to explore all of Southeast, Ohio! Our guests are minutes from Old Man’s Cave, Cedar Falls, Ash Cave, Ohio University, and countless state lakes. Come explore, experience, and enjoy the great outdoors and the beautiful rolling hills of Hocking Hills and Wayne National Forest at 1st Choice Cabin Rentals.

You will follow forest covered, back roads until you reach our Pines Lodge that is nestled next to Sand Run Lake, 18,000+ acres of Wayne National Forest, and is situated on our 7-acre property with a private pond and a water wheel. Upon arrival, you are welcomed to beautiful views of the forest that will have you coming back for more. Being avid outdoor lovers, we hope you and your guests get to spend some quality time outdoors! Sip your morning coffee off the large deck overlooking the forest and listening to the nearby nature.

Spend the afternoon enjoying flamed grilled food from the grill. Partake in some catch and release fishing in the private pond on the lower portion of the property or at Sand Run Lake. Make sure you stroll over to Sand Run Lake Picnic area and wander into the forest filled with pine trees. If you have a hammock, we recommend bringing it so you can fall asleep amongst the trees.

There is a newly renovated gravel firepit with wooden benches and Adirondack chairs for you and your guests to create memories of a lifetime around the campfire. You can end your night by relaxing and unwinding in the warm Jacuzzi. Before heading to bed, make sure you and your guests check out the beautiful starry night sky because that’s not something you get to experience all the time.

The Pines Lodge is cozy, comfortable, and inviting making you feel like you are staying at a home away from home.

There are 4 spacious bedrooms that allow our guests to rest after a long day of exploring nearby state parks. The living room offers a great space for you to relax, snuggle up next to the electric fireplace, and watch some movies on the large sectional. The absolute best features of the Pines Lodge include all the outdoor features.

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The Pines Lodge is near and dear to our hearts because it is one of the first properties we added to our portfolio. The moment we saw the picturesque views of Sand Run Lake, the surrounding pine forest, and the two private ponds – we instantly fell in love with the property. We wanted other people to be able to experience Hocking Hills and Wayne National Forest just like we have been able to. Here you can create the perfect intimate getaway, start a family tradition, or host a large family gathering. We completely renovated the inside of this cabin and continue to update the property so our guests can enjoy Hocking Hills like never before.

Our 8-person White Tail sits on the same 7-acre property with the Pines Lodge. Our 6-person Sandy Run Cabin is located just down the road. You can rent all three properties for a large group getaway! Make sure you contact us about booking all three cabins for a large group getaway!

A unique feature about the Pines Lodge is that it is located in an ATV Friendly area. The Monday Creek Trail System is located 1-mile away from the cabin. Wayne National Forest offers over 75+ miles of designated trails for off-road riders. Guests can ride directly from the cabin to the nearest trailhead. If you have your own off-road vehicle, bring it to experience Wayne National Forest.

When you rent the Pines Lodge, you are renting a complete experience. We like to show our guests how much we appreciate them. Our guests receive a 10% discount on their next outdoor adventure at Adventure Pro Outdoors. Book a canoe, kayak, or tube rental along the scenic Hocking River or book a guided ATV/UTV tour on Wayne National Forest to experience Hocking Hills like never before.

Property Perks

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Fire Pit
  • Spacious yard
  • Picturesque views of Sand Run Lake at Wayne National Forest
  • Private Pond on Property

Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • No Smoking
  • Heating
  • Children Welcome
  • TV in living & all bedrooms.
  • Satellite/cable
  • Pets Welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking
  • Internet
  • Electric Fireplace

Kitchen

Comes equipped with all the amenities you need for a getaway. Just bring food & beverages. A cooler is recommended.

  • Refrigerator
  • Stove – Electric stove top
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Grill
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Dishes & Utensils

Pines Lodge with Pool 2021

 

Swimming Pool

We aim to open the pools 1 week before Memorial Day Weekend; however, it is dependent on the weather from year to year. We aim to close the pools right after Labor Day Weekend. We cannot guarantee that the pools will be open longer than that.

30 x 15 feet pool with a depth of 54 inches.

Are the pools heated?
No, the pools are not heated therefore we have to wait until Memorial Day Weekend to open the pools.

Do we supply pool toys?
No, customers should plan on bringing their own pool toys.

Is there a lifeguard on duty?
No, there are no lifeguards on duty. Swimming in the pool is at their own risk. Customers sign a Pool Waiver at check-in that goes over the liability and use of the pool.

CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT AT ALL TIMES!

Pool Rules

Pines Lodge With Swimming Pool Hocking Hills

Availability

What’s Nearby?

  • Hocking College 5.2 mi
  • Ohio University 15 mi
  • Lake Hope State Park 7.7 mi
  • Hocking Hills State Park 12.7 mi
  • Wayne National Forest Athens Unit 5 mi
  • Fun Barn 7.7 mi
  • Stuart’s Opera House 4.4 mi
  • Hocking Valley Scenic Railway 4.3 mi
  • Zaleski State Forest 8.5 mi
  • Robbins Crossing Historical Village 3.3 mi
  • Rocky Factory Outlet Store 3.4 mi
  • Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center 11.6 mi

Rates

Prime Season Rate : Mar - Nov

Mon-Thu
$400
Fri-Sat
$550
Sun
$400
Base Occupancy
8
Additional Guests
$25/guest
Cleaning Fee
$40
Pets
$50/pet
Base Occupancy
8
Additional Guests
$25/guest
Cleaning Fee
$40
Pets
$50/pet

Off Season Rate : Dec - Feb

Mon-Thu
$350
Fri-Sat
$500
Sun
$350
Base Occupancy
8
Additional Guests
$25/guest
Cleaning Fee
$40
Pets
$50/pet

Holidays Rate

Mon-Thu
$425
Fri-Sat
$575
Sun
$425
Base Occupancy
8
Additional Guests
$25/guest
Cleaning Fee
$40
Pets
$50/pet
Rental rates are subject to change at any time. Rentals rates are based on a minimum occupancy of 8 guests. The Pines Lodge can sleep up to 12 guests. Each additional guest is an additional $25 per night. 2 night minimum for Weekend stays – Friday, Saturday & Sunday. 3 Night minimum stay for Holiday Weekends. Holiday rates apply for all 3 nights. Applicable fees & taxes apply to rental rates. Taxes are 13%. We have both 7% sales tax and 6% lodging tax added to the rental rates.

Guest Reviews

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Timothy
November 2024
Great...as Always
The place is always clean and the staff are always

owner Owner's reply: Hi Timothy, Thank you so much for staying with us at the Pines Lodge! I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, it's always great to see familiar faces back in the area! We hope to host you again soon!

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peta
June 2024
Relaxation in the Hills of Southern Ohio
A great place to get some quiet relaxation in the middle of nature. Really enjoyed time with extended family here. The Pines Lodge cabin boasted everything you'll need to enjoy your stay, from a pool (which was very welcome on the 90+ degree days), a hot tub that we rarely used, ample sleeping space and the ability to ride 4 wheelers right from the property to the trails. Only downside was that the fridge was overfreezing and leaked/then froze some of our food. This was mentioned on checkout.

owner Owner's reply: Hi Peta! Thank you very much for staying at our Pines Lodge. Our cabins are great places to relax and take in the beautiful nature of Hocking Hills! We're glad that your family was able to have some fun in the sun at our pool and make memories that last forever! Thank you for your feedback, as well! We apologize for the fridge issues and we appreciate you mentioning it to our staff so we can improve for the next guests. We hope to see you again soon!

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Tessa
May 2024
Perfect
The cabin was nice and felt like home, it was in the middle of the woods which was nice as we didn't have any noise issues or worried about us making noise. The pool and hot tub were wonderful.

owner Owner's reply: Hi Tessa, thank you so much for leaving us a review on our Pines Lodge! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed this property just as much as we do! There truly is nothing better than going on vacation somewhere that feels like home from the minute you walk in! The pool and hot tub are perfect for this secluded cabin to relax and unwind! We hope you chose to revisit the Hocking Hills region again soon, and if you do, keep in mind we do offer a 10% discount for repeat guests on all future bookings made with 1st Choice Lodging!

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robin
May 2024
WE had a great enjoyable time
The cabin was very serene, quiet and well kept. We enjoyed the hottub and firepit area alot.

owner Owner's reply: Hi Robin, thank you for leaving a review on our Pines Lodge. We are so happy to hear that you and your guests had a fantastic time at our cabin. There really is nothing better than spending some time reconnecting with nature and this is the perfect property to do so! We hope you chose to come back and revisit the Hocking Hills area soon, and if you do, keep in mind that we offer a 10% discount for repeat guests on any future bookings made with 1st Choice Lodging!

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Heather
February 2024
Great location and nice private house.
This was our 3rd time at this house and we really like that it sits back off the road as we enjoy the privacy. Always great communication with any issues or questions we have and easy check in and check out as well.

owner Owner's reply: Heather, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review, and I'm very glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. We are so happy you enjoy our Pines Lodge enough to keep coming back! We enjoyed hosting you and we hope to see you back in the Hocking Hills area in the future. And of course, if you stay with us here at 1st Choice Lodging again, you'll get a 10% discount!

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Andrea
August 2023
the hot tub didn't work from the moment we got there, we contacted the office but no one came out.
The place was clean.

owner Owner's reply: Hi Andrea, Thank you for your review during your stay at our Pine Lodge in scenic Hocking Hills. We are sorry that you had an issue with the hot tub. We hope you return to the Hocking Hills soon. We offer a 10% for returning guests.

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Jason
May 2023
Beautiful place, had a wonderful stay with the family!
This was a great property. From the swimming pool and deck to the large rooms inside we had more than enough room for our family.

owner Owner's reply: Hi Jason! We are so glad you and your family had a great stay with us at our Pines Lodge, and that you were able to take advantage of the spacious area and pool! We hope you can make a splash with your family again soon!

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Brenda
September 2022
Cozy and quaint, but dated
Overall a good stay, the facilities accompanied our group nice,but for the price, the facility is a bit dated and had some issues such as the fridge not being very cool even with the temp turned down, the hot tub not working, and the pool not being clean.
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Zora
September 2022
Decent Getaway
Great cabin, wish we would have known there was another cabin in backyard; good stay overall room-wise. There was NO reception and no landline or sat phone (even for rent) so when my MIL had a stroke it was a nightmare.
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David
July 2022
Great Cabin for a family vacation
6 adults and 4 kids on our annual vacation.
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Nellie
December 2021
Amazing stay in every way!
This is our 2nd visit to The Pines. The accommodations are comfortable, warm and inviting. Everyone at 1st choice has been kind and easy to work with as well. Can't imagine anything that we were missing! We will be coming back for years to come.
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Tom
June 2015
The Pines Lodge
The cabins are wonderful. They are furnished quite well. Clean and well maintained. Our second stay in your cabins and we will be back many more times.
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Robin
May 2017
The Pines
We had 8 adults, two infants and a dog in our party. There was plenty of room for everyone. We enjoyed our family and friends get away. The ATV trails are very close and Old Man's Cave is about 1/2 hour away. Very private area and the Master Suite has a balcony off the 2nd story. Bedding is clean and comfortable. We couldn't figure out how to raise the temperature on the hot tub but since we had infants in the hot tub that was okay.
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David
April 2017
As Advertised
The Pines Lodge was an excellent set up for a weekend retreat. We appreciated everything being as advertised.
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Rex
September 2015
The Pines cabin
We had a nice mini vacation at the Pines - 5 of us stayed in the cabin, plenty of room, comfortable,clean (except for the kitchen wastebasket). Loved the hot tub! Only complaint is that the other 4 of our party were in another cabin - Sand.... We understood it to be next door to each other, a simple walk across the yard but it was a steep walk down a long hill - required driving from one to the other. We went for a Pontoon boat ride, visited Hocking Hills Winery, Old Man's Cave, the Wild West t
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Timothy
November 2021
Love Ohio
We have been staying at either the Pines Cabin or Whitetail for several years, and always enjoyed our stay, with the beautiful cabins, and great service Can't wait to go back next year
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Robin
May 2017
The Pines
We had 8 adults, two infants and a dog in our party. There was plenty of room for everyone. We enjoyed our family and friends get away. The ATV trails are very close and Old Man's Cave is about 1/2 hour away. Very private area and the Master Suite has a balcony off the 2nd story. Bedding is clean and comfortable. We couldn't figure out how to raise the temperature on the hot tub but since we had infants in the hot tub that was okay.
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David
April 2017
As Advertised
The Pines Lodge was an excellent set up for a weekend retreat. We appreciated everything being as advertised.
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lorilu
September 2015
The Pines cabin
We had a nice mini vacation at the Pines - 5 of us stayed in the cabin, plenty of room, comfortable,clean (except for the kitchen wastebasket). Loved the hot tub! Only complaint is that the other 4 of our party were in another cabin - Sand.... We understood it to be next door to each other, a simple walk across the yard but it was a steep walk down a long hill - required driving from one to the other. We went for a Pontoon boat ride, visited Hocking Hills Winery, Old Man's Cave, the Wild West train ride in Nelsonville and several shoppes, also Olde Dutch Restaurant and the BBQ restaurant. Nice getaway weekend!
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Tee
June 2015
The Pines Lodge
The cabins are wonderful. They are furnished quite well. Clean and well maintained. Our second stay in your cabins and we will be back many more times.
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NELSONVILLE LOVERS
January 
Amazing stay in every way!
This is our 2nd visit to The Pines. The accommodations are comfortable, warm and inviting. Everyone at 1st choice has been kind and easy to work with as well. Can't imagine anything that we were missing! We will be coming back for years to come.
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