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Vacation Cabin in Nelsonville

3 bedrooms·5 beds·1 bathroom·sleeps 7·1,200 sq ft
Bernard (1st Choice Lodging)

Hosted by Bernard (1st Choice Lodging)

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In Wayne National Forest, lakeside

Nestled in Wayne National Forest with Sand Run Recreation Area about a 2-min walk away

Outdoor living from deck to hot tub

A wrap-around deck overlooking the forest, a fire pit with Adirondack chairs, and a private jacuzzi

Peaceful enough to keep coming back

Guests describe it as peaceful and secluded, with many returning for repeat stays

About this space

Welcome to our delightful and secluded White Tail Cabin located in the middle of the beautiful Wayne National Forest. The picturesque views of Sand Run Lake and the neighboring pine forest will have you feeling like you are in another world. Escape your everyday life, visit Hocking Hills & Wayne National Forest to get a breath of fresh air & to enjoy the beautiful, calming forest. You are a short drive from all the Hocking Hills State Parks & minutes from the quaint town of Nelsonville.

The space
You will follow forest covered, back roads until you reach our White Tail Cabin that is nestled next to Sand Run Lake, 18,000+ acres of Wayne National Forest, and is situated on our 7-acre property with two private ponds. You are welcomed to beautiful, picturesque views of the forest that will leave you awestruck. The White Tail Cabin is cozy, comfortable, and inviting making you feel like you are staying at a home away from home. There are 3 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 while enjoying a warm cup of hot coco. The absolute best features of the White Tail Cabin include all the outdoor features. We are avid outdoor lovers, so we hope you and your guests get to spend some quality time outdoors! Sip your morning coffee off the wrap around deck while listening to the nearby nature or spend the afternoon enjoying a delicious cookout! Partake in some catch and release fishing in the private pond right in front of the cabin, the second private pond on the lower portion of the property, or at Sand Run Lake. While you are out exploring the ponds, make sure you check out the Sand Run Lake Picnic area and wander into the forest filled with pine tree. If you have a hammock, we recommend bringing it and taking it here. The wooden swing, located by the pond, allows you to become one with nature. 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 gorgeous, open starry night sky because that’s not something you get to experience all the time. Stay at the White Tail Cabin to experience the forest and to have a trip of a lifetime.

The White Tail Cabin 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 added a wrap around deck so our guests can enjoy the spectacular views. Our 12-person Pines Lodge sits on the same 7-acre property with the White Tail Cabin. 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 White Tail Cabin 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 White Tail Cabin, you are renting a complete experience. At 1st Choice Cabin Rentals, 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.

Guest access
Guests have access to the entire property. Guests have a private yard to themselves so guests can enjoy time outdoors with friends, family, and pets. There is a pond right in front of the cabin and on the lower portion of the property that guests can use for catch & release fishing. Sand Run Lake is available for anyone to use. It is owned & operated by Wayne National Forest.

Other things to note
Rental rates are subject to change at any time. Our rates are based on a minimum occupancy of 4 guests. Each additional guest is an additional $25 per night. 2 Night minimum for Weekend stays – Friday, Saturday & Sunday. 3 Night minimum for Holiday Weekend - Holiday rates apply for all 3 nights. Taxes are 13.25% additional. We have both 7.25% sales tax and 6% lodging tax added to the rental rates.

Where you'll stay

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What this place offers

Air conditioning
Balcony
Bed linens provided
Internet & WiFi
Towels Provided
Full Kitchen
Dishwasher
DVD player

Minimum 2 night stay

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Things to know

House rules

  • children welcome
  • pets allowed
  • minimum age to rent
  • smoking allowed

Safety & property

  • accessible parking
  • fire extinguisher available
  • first aid kit available
  • smoke and co detectors

Cancellation policy

100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.


Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.


House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM Check out before 10:00 AM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets by arrangement

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Latest check-in time: 20:00

4.6 · 86 reviews

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86 reviews

Cleanliness

4.6

Accuracy

4.6

Check-in

4.6

Communication

4.6

Location

4.6

Value

4.6

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Jacquette

July 2026

Rented 2 cabins so not much time was spent at this cabin.<br/>No extra bedding<br/>No door on one bedroom<br/>Hot tub je…

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Nichol

June 2026

Great place for a girls trip

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Lisa

June 2026

This trip was to take our highschool graduate to Wayne National Forrest to ride ATVS and motocross. This was convenientl…

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Trinity

May 2026

Very beautiful scenery! The ponds were so pretty.

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Eric

May 2026

Great weekend will definitely be back. We also took advantage of the sxs rentals and had a blast....

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Christina

April 2026

This is the second cabin we’ve stayed in with 1st Choice Rentals. This cabin was quite different from the last cabin, bu…

Where you'll be

13406 Dawley Rd, Nelsonville, OH 45764, USA

Located in Nelsonville, this cabin is on a lake. Hocking Valley Scenic Railway and Stuart's Opera House are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Rocky Factory Outlet Store and Hocking Hills Craft Mall. Fun Barn and Columbus Washboard Factory are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. What's nearby Wayne National Forest Athens Unit - 1 min walk Hocking Valley Scenic Railway - 10 min drive Hocking College - 12 min drive Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center - 18 min drive Hocking Hills State Park - 34 min drive Getting around Athens, OH (ATO-Ohio University) - 43 min drive

Important Information

Check-in

4:00 PM

Check-out

10:00 AM

Pets

Allowed

Pet fee

$50

Cleaning fee

$30

Damage deposit

$59

Extra person fee

$25

Meet your host

Bernard (1st Choice Lodging)

Bernard (1st Choice Lodging)

Superhost

86

Reviews

4.6

Rating

5 Years

Hosting

Response rate: 95%

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Available: Anytime

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About Bernard (1st Choice Lodging)

We are an independently family owned and operated business local to Nelsonville. We love to explore and spend time outdoors. We believe everyone should experience a trip to Hocking Hills, so we are here to help make that happen for you and your guests. We have 17 cabin rentals and lodges, 2 Bed & Breakfasts, and 2 vacation homes to accommodate travelers. We take great pride in all our properties. We are constantly improving our properties by making new updates and renovations each year. We aim to please our guests because we want you to start family traditions and come back year after year. When you book with us, you are not just booking a vacation rental, you are booking a great customer experience. We make ourselves available at all times to make your trip to Hocking Hills enjoyable. Our customers are our top priority - we are here to help make your Hocking Hills memorable and can accommodate any of your needs. Hocking Hills, Wayne National Forest, and Nelsonville stole our hearts. We have been avid outdoor lovers all our lives. We have been investing in Nelsonville since 2013 and we plan to keep helping grow the community for many years to come! We quickly fell in love with this quaint town and the people. We have grown up in nearby towns and attended Ohio University. This isn't just a vacation rental destination for us, this is our home. Watching our town and home grow has been a beautiful experience. We can't wait to watch what the future has in store. We hope that all our customers feel at home when they book a stay with us at 1st Choice Cabin Rentals. We hope you fall in love with Hocking Hills, Wayne National Forest, and the quaint town of Nelsonville just like we did!

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Starting at$140/night