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Escape to the Wilderness Lodge! Your Perfect Getaway and just minutes from Athens!

  • WiFi
  • Swimming Pool
  • Sleeps 10
  • Pet Friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Far enough away from town

This beautiful log cabin sits on a private 10-acre property in the wilderness of Athens, Ohio! Far enough away from town for some rest & relaxation, but close enough to enjoy local restaurants & attractions!

Nestled in the serene woods, the Wilderness Lodge offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience.

The Wilderness Lodge is a charming 5-bedroom, 3-bath cabin that sleeps up to 10 guests, offering the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. With stunning views of the woods, a private swimming pool, and a relaxing spa, it’s an ideal retreat for families or groups. Located just minutes from Athens and Ohio University, you’ll enjoy the peacefulness of the woodlands while still being close to town. Whether you’re looking to unwind or explore, this lodge is your perfect getaway!

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We take great pride in our properties and enhancing experiences for our customers. We are constantly looking for ways to improve our properties, so our guests have an amazing Hocking Hills stay with us. There’s no better way to do so than adding more outdoor entertainment!

When you rent the Wilderness 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
  • Swimming Pool
  • Outdoor Fire Pit
  • Hunters Welcome

Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • No Smoking
  • Heating
  • Children Welcome
  • TV in living room
  • Satellite/cable
  • Pets Welcome
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Swimming Pool
  • Propane Grill

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Grill
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Pantry Items
  • Dishes & Utensils

1.3 Wilderness Lodge Pool Deck

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.

24 feet round 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

Wilderness Lodge Pool 2025

Availability

What’s Nearby?

  • 10 miles from Athens and Ohio University.
  • 5 mile to Lake Snowden.
  • 45 minute drive to visit Old Man’s Cave, Cedar Falls, Ash Cave, Rock House, Conkle’s Hollow, or Rock Bridge located in Hocking Hills State Park.

Rates

Prime Season Rate : May-Nov

Mon-Thu
$250
Fri-Sat
$350
Sun
$350
Base Occupancy
6
Additional Guests
$25/guest
Cleaning Fee
$50
Pets
NA
Base Occupancy
6
Additional Guests
$25/guest
Cleaning Fee
$50
Pets
NA

Off Season Rate : Dec-Apr

Mon-Thu
$200
Fri-Sat
$300
Sun
$300
Base Occupancy
6
Additional Guests
$25/guest
Cleaning Fee
$50
Pets
NA

Holidays Rate

Mon-Thu
$300
Fri-Sat
$400
Sun
$400
Base Occupancy
6
Additional Guests
$25/guest
Cleaning Fee
$50
Pets
NA

Guest Reviews

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Cheryl
October 2024
Perfect!
The cabin was the perfect Size and the location was breathtaking

owner Owner's reply: Hi Cheryl, Thank you for staying with us at Wilderness Lodge! The spacious lodge is located in the beautiful south east region of Ohio and I'm happy to hear you were able to enjoy some scenic views. We hope you'll stay with us for your next trip to Hocking Hills!

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Robert Debra
July 2024
It was a relaxing event
A relaxing time. Did experience at times a septic smell odor throughout the day. Also noticed pool appeared cloudy. The filter basket was clogged with leaves and debris. I cleaned out the basket which helped the pool water apperance. Also had to remove cobwebs from the kitchen window attached to the sink and soap dispensers.

owner Owner's reply: Hi Robert, thank you so much for leaving a review on our Wilderness Lodge. We are sorry to hear that some things were not up to your standard for your stay. We do encourge guests to reach out during their stay if something is not to their liking and we can try our best to fix it. We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention so we can fix them for the future!

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David
June 2024
We very much enjoyed our stay
Good location clean roomy pool was awesome

owner Owner's reply: Hi David! We're so glad to hear you had a great time at our Wilderness Lodge, and that you enjoyed our fantastic pool! We hope to see you again this summer!

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Matt
April 2024
Great cabin!
First, the good stuff. The cabin was great! It was clean, with a fully stocked kitchen and bathroom. Plenty of space to stretch your legs after a day of hiking. It was reasonably priced in my opinion. My trip was for Hocking Hills but the cabin was an hour away from the park. I overlooked that it was close to Wayne National Forest instead as posted on the website so that was my fault. Also, the cabin has WiFi but it does not work when connected.

owner Owner's reply: Hi Matt, thank you for leaving a review on our Wildnerness Lodge. We are thrilled to hear that you and your guests had a great time at our property. We are sorry to hear that the location of the property was not what you were expecting. Hocking Hills is an amazing area but so is Wayne National Forest! It has a ton to offer that people may not be familiar with! We hope you choose to revisit the Hocking Hills region again soon, and keep in mind that repeat customers can get 10% off of their future bookings with us at 1st Choice Lodging!

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Terri
March 2024
Perfect
Nice quiet comfortable stay!

owner Owner's reply: Hi Terri, we are so happy that you had a wonderful stay at our Wilderness Lodge in Albany, OH. We agree, this is the perfect cabin for a quiet, cozy getaway! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We hope to host you again!

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Monika
February 2024
Extremely satisfied!
The house was big and comfortable and had everything we needed. The location was close enough to a town to get supplies when needed, but remote enough to feel cozy. And for the total cost, the wilderness lodge was a GREAT value.

owner Owner's reply: Hi Monika, we are so happy that you had a wonderful stay at our Wilderness Lodge in Albany, OH. We agree, this property is the best for a quiet getaway to reconnect with nature! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We hope to host you again!

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