Family-friendly holiday rentals in Apple Valley

Serenity Cabin at Owl Creek

Updates include new custom kitchen with concrete counters and stainless steel appliances, new bathroom with walk in shower. Cozy 2 bedroom home is located directly on the Kokosing river thought to translate from the Algonquin Indians and mean “River of the Little Owls.” The cabin is a short distance to Kenyon College, Apple Valley lake, Ohio Amish country and tons and tons of great parks, hiking trails, bike trails and hunting. We are pet friendly, dogs only. ($50 per stay, maximum 2 dogs).

Charming Lake Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Kayaks

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. While this cottage is the perfect getaway for you and the family, its location makes it easy to get around. You are only: 20 min from Mohican State Park 20 min from Snowtrails Ski Resort 20 min from MVNU 25 min from Kenyon College Cozy up with a book by the fire or spin a vinyl with a glass of wine. Enjoy the lake with provided kayaks and be sure to bring your fishing pole. Soak in the hot tub and roast marshmallows over the outdoor fire pit.

Doc's Cabin on the River! Hot tub & game room.

Welcome to "Hickory Dickory Doc's" cabin. Doctor Charles Curtis, aka "Doc", was a family physician in Bellville, OH, for nearly half a century. The cabin, surrounded by beautiful hickory trees, overlooks the scenic Clear Fork river and is uniquely decorated. It sleeps 13, has two spiral staircases, a gas fireplace, a 7 person hot tub, beautiful deck, an outdoor fire pit and much more. It's truly a magical place. A stay here is just what the "doctor" ordered :). Enjoy your stay!

Bent Canoe Farm Guest House

This is a late 1800s farm house on my family farm. It has been fully remodeled and infrastructure updated but retains the simple architecture of the period farm house. Located one mile East of Gambier (Kenyon College), it's site overlooks the Kokosing River and is a short walk to the Kokosing Gap Bike Trail. Includes a fully furnished kitchen, three bedrooms and two baths. The wrap around porch overlooks the river and surrounding pasture. Enjoy the secluded, quiet, pastoral setting.

Historic Carriage House

Located in a historic district of Mount Vernon, the Carriage House has been renovated to infuse modern conveniences with historic charm. Just blocks from downtown, the Carriage House is 2 miles from Mt Vernon Nazarene University and 5.5 miles from Kenyon College. The Carriage House features a master suite in the loft, with a comfy queen size bed, and a separate sitting area with a 55" TV. The main level also has a youth suite in the transformed garage that kids and teens will love!

Lake living right on the water!

Located right on Apple Valley Lake just outside of Mt Vernon, OH this 2250sqft house is recently remodeled has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths 2 levels and is beautiful. You can enjoy our dock and go swimming or paddle boarding or just relax and fish. On the main floor is a card room perfect for family games, kitchen with walk out to 2nd story deck and 3 season room, living room with TV, and master bedroom with a private deck and fireplace. Downstairs has 3 bedrooms and fireplace.

Magical Glamping Dome | Hot Tub & Scenic Views

The Eclipse Glamping Dome is the perfect getaway to experience nature with all the luxurious amenities. - Open year-round—heat & AC - Located on 7 secluded acres - Direct access to the Mohican River - Private hot tub - Fully furnished patio with fire pit - Fully equipped kitchenette - Projector with Roku for streaming - CellularWIFI - Luxury bathroom - Scenic views of the forest and river - Paved parking area - 1.6 miles from the Bridge of Dreams/Mohican Valley Trail

Wooded Aframe Retreat | Hot Tub & Outdoor Shower

We look forward to welcoming you to the secluded beauty of our space, designed and built by my husband on our 20 acres of wooded property in the rolling hills of Central Ohio. A floor-to-ceiling glass front provides you with a view of fields green in summertime and ripe with goldenrod in the fall, four outdoor deck spaces invite you to relax in the beauty of nature, and a second story loft suite with a soaking tub are ready to provide you with rest and refreshment.

Great GROUP barn stay/90 acres/game room/pond

A Unique Rustic Retreat Step into a one-of-a-kind escape , renovated turkey brooder barn turned private retreat . *Perfect mix of rustic charm and modern comfort *Sweeping country and pond views *Hiking trails *Cozy fire circle for evenings under the stars *Large fishing/swimming pond surrounded by nature The Roost invites you to unwind, reconnect, and soak in the tranquility of the outdoors—an ideal getaway for families, friends, or solo reflection.

The Cottage at River's Bend

Located on the scenic Kokosing River enjoy the best sounds and breathtaking sunsets this river has to offer. A short distance to Kenyon college, Honey Run waterfalls, hunting, fishing, Apple Valley Lake, Kokosing bike trail and Ohio Amish country. You won't run out of things to do. Then relax and unwind with a seasonal heated outdoor shower and peaceful patio to watch the sunsets and the abundant wildlife.

Eagle Hill Lodge

Nearby Attractions: Briarcliff MX, Legend Valley, National Trails, Midland Theatre, Wineries, Breweries, Blackhand Gorge Nature Preserve, Licking River, Buckeye Lake, Dillon Lake, Virtues Golf Club, Flint Ridge, Surrounded by private state nature preserve, Bald eagle sightings, Whitetail, turkey, duck hunting in nearby public areas, 1 miles from state route 16, 9 miles from interstate 70

••Dome Suite Dome••

Welcome to our dome away from home! This unique stay is one of a kind. Our Dome Suite Dome is the perfect get away! • 15 mins from Mount Vernon • 10 mins from Kenyon College • sleeps up to 6 guests • 2 bedrooms and a loft bedroom • private hot tub • home office • game night area • roku televisions • lots of local recommendations • pet friendly “There’s no place like Dome”