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Island Retreat Cottage Overlooking 5 acre Lake on 20 acre Nature Preserve

Family-friendly cottage with water park and Hot tub

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Exterior
7 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Entire home

7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Albany, Ohio
  • AirportAthens, OH (ATO-Ohio University)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationOhio University13 min drive
  • Popular LocationCourt Street14 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Hope State Park29 min drive

Most relevant reviews

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10/10 Excellent

The property allowed enough room for our family and a few friends to come together at one location to enjoy the NYE Week...
Jan 4, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Retreat Cottage Overlooking 5 acre Lake on 20 acre Nature Preserve

Family-friendly cottage with water park and Hot tub
Along with a water park, this smoke-free cottage has Access to hot tub and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The cottage has 7 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a microwave and a dishwasher.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Albany cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Recreational amenities at the cottage include a water park and Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

1st Choice Cabin Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 20 lb per pet
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 20 lb per pet
Note from host: Pets by arrangement

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Weddings & private parties
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Albany

Located in Albany, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Dairy Barn Arts Center and Hot Dog Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Shade Winery and Fun Barn. Travelling with kids? Consider Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, or check out an event or a game at Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Ohio University - 13 min drive
  • Court Street - 14 min drive
  • Zaleski State Forest - 18 min drive
  • Lake Hope State Park - 29 min drive
  • Hocking Hills State Park - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lake View - 5 min drive
  • Ray's Harvest House - 10 min walk
  • Albany Cafe - 3 min drive
  • Pleasant Hill Vineyards - 13 min drive
  • Subway - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Retreat Cottage Overlooking 5 acre Lake on 20 acre Nature Preserve pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Island Retreat Cottage Overlooking 5 acre Lake on 20 acre Nature Preserve?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Retreat Cottage Overlooking 5 acre Lake on 20 acre Nature Preserve?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Retreat Cottage Overlooking 5 acre Lake on 20 acre Nature Preserve located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Zaleski State Forest, Hot Dog Museum and Ohio University. Court Street and Dairy Barn Arts Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty Property
Beautiful location and plenty of things to do with teens. Nice lake, hot tub, the setting is beautiful, plenty of space and seating for a large family. Lots of towels provided and a nice laundry provided too. The lower bathroom needs some love and there are some minor repairs needed to make this property a smidge better but I would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
My family and I had a great stay. The house could use some updates, but nothing that made our stay bad. More than enough room for people to be together in a big group, while at the same time there is space if you want to break away into smaller groups. Cool to be able to fish off the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kristy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island retreat
The place was nice .. but half the lights didn't work, there was a hole in one of the bedroom walls, the lower bathroom floor was soft, it needs some tlc. But the location was nice the outside was amazing and beautiful. Would return
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Retreat
This place is wonderful. Great for fishing and just sitting on one of the decks watching the geese. My family and I really enjoyed ourselves. We will come here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
NYE Weekend
The property allowed enough room for our family and a few friends to come together at one location to enjoy the NYE Weekend. It was nice having separate living areas to be able to spread out. Some updates/upkeep would put this place in another price bracket as the location was on point. We would stay again and recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Thanksgiving
We came together to have a family Thanksgiving. We all enjoyed downtime together. The house was the perfect size and the apartment above the garage was nice to put the older kids in. If i was to give any critiques it would be the bathroom in the lower end of the house definitely needs redone......floors are smushy. Everything was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dad’s weekend!
Our stay was wonderful. The only drawback was the lockbox for the keys was difficult to find and also difficult to open. It also did not work when I went to put the keys back, so it would be much easier just to have the digital code on a door
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall weekend Getaway with Family
We had a wonderful stay. I few minor hiccup, please change the cracked toilet seat, and the hot tub was not working. The location was very nice and the lake was nice, all and all we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Did It's Job
It was my son's wedding weekend and we wanted the bridal party to be able to stay in the same house. It has plenty of room with a lot of bedrooms. Unfortunately, the wifi never worked and the hot tub stopped working after the first night. The air conditioner in the second building (above the garage) never worked. One of the rooms had a hole in the wall and another room had a leak in the closet. I called the property management 3 times and was told they would reach out to their maintenance team and get back to me but I never received a return call.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Biker trip
The property was awsome. there were to many light switches that did not do anything. The kitchen light also turned on a Bd room waking up a friend at 4 in the morning. The hot tub had issues. The fishing was good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023