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Peaceful and Beautiful Farm Stay Retreat Near Rocky Fork Lake

Family-friendly holiday home in Hillsboro

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In the heart of Amish country, Boxwood House is a serene retreat on an 82-acre picturesque farm. Explore the beautiful acres with hiking trails, stocked pond for catch-and-release fishing and sipping morning coffee overlooking green pastures. Enjoy hayrides and learning experiences like making maple syrup from freshly tapped trees or participate in old-fashioned farm chores.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 64000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful and Beautiful Farm Stay Retreat Near Rocky Fork Lake

An hour east of Cincinnati and southwest of Columbus
Minutes from Rocky Fork Lake
A world away from everything.

Come visit a place in Amish country, where the grass is greener, your coffee is smoother and the stars shine brighter; a place where you can catch a few fish and your breath. Close to adventure, yet quietly tucked away on a 82-acre picturesque farm, Boxwood House is a quiet retreat from a noisy world - the perfect place to slow down, re-connect & create treasured memories.

Boxwood House sleeps ten in a spacious primary bedroom (king), a cheery sunroom (queen sofa bed), two upstairs bedrooms (one queen and one room with two full beds) and a cozy library (queen sofa bed). You’ll have access to 82 beautiful acres, including hiking trails through woods and pastures and across creeks, fishing in a stocked pond (catch and release only please) and sipping your morning coffee overlooking green pastures or beside a misty pond. Visit with our jersey cows, Dolly and Daisy, and take pictures with our two adorable valais blacknose sheep, a unique breed from the mountains of Switzerland.

We live on the property and are available if you need anything. Feel free to reach out for your needs and to book hayrides and learning experiences such as making maple syrup from freshly tapped trees, foraging tours, gardening and bread-making classes & participating in old-fashioned farm chores. Visit our website at kinderfarmfamilydotorg to learn more. *Learning experiences are based on the season and host’s availability.

Rent boats and kayaks or book fishing trips on Rocky Fork Lake. Spend the day visiting art or history museums or sampling gourmet eateries in Cincinnati or Columbus. Visit The Air Force Museum, underground railroad sites or learn more about the Wright Brothers or the poet, Paul Laurence Dunbar, in Dayton. There is plenty to do no matter the time of year or the weather!

Quiet, secluded country setting.

You may be greeted by four friendly dogs when you arrive. Also, we are in the country and, while the internet has good speed (usually between 30 and 150 mbps), sometimes phone connections via the internet can be spotty. We find this can be an opportunity to disconnect from technology and better connect with yourself, family and friends.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Farming classes
  • Table tennis

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

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Hillsboro, OH

What's nearby

  • Rocky Fork Lake - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Rocky Fork State Park - 12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Rocky Fork Lake State Park - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Highland County Courthouse - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Serpent Mound - 31 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Porch - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa Steakhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Patriot Public House - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful and Beautiful Farm Stay Retreat Near Rocky Fork Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful and Beautiful Farm Stay Retreat Near Rocky Fork Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful and Beautiful Farm Stay Retreat Near Rocky Fork Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful and Beautiful Farm Stay Retreat Near Rocky Fork Lake located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Rocky Fork Lake, Rocky Fork State Park and Rocky Fork Lake State Park. Hillsboro Elks Country Club and Highland County Courthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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