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Peaceful country home near Ohio University
Very clean 3 bedroom (4 beds), 2 full bathroom non smoking home in beautiful country setting on an acre. Just a 10 minute drive to Uptown Athens & Ohio University. House comfortably sleeps 4-6 people (3 queen beds & a full size futon). Enjoy a self serve breakfast, wrap around deck and easy access to Hwy 33. There are two wineries very close and you will love the beautiful country views and rolling hills of SE Ohio! Perfect for a weekend getaway with your sweetie or a visit to Athens or OU!

Sleep 16 with deck, sauna, hot tub, huge sun room
15 minutes from Court St and next to Strouds Run State Park, serenity awaits at the Athens Horizon House. A 4,000 sq ft retreat on 40 acres, the home offers spectacular views and beds to sleep 16. Horizon House can easily entertain dozens of guests. Two stories of decks and patios offer the perfect setting for a romantic retreat, reunions, a family getaway, a rehearsal dinner, and more. Bonus items: a hot tub, bar, sauna, projector, two-story sun room, and 1,400 sq ft open, glassed-in basement.

ADAMS FAMILY BNB CLOSE TO OHIO UNIVERSITY
Living room has queen sofa bed. Quaint small one bedroom home .Complete kitchen including microwave and Keurig machine . Pans and dishes also provided. Bedroom has queen size adjustable bed and TV. Large bathroom. Newly painted and carpeted, tile kitchen , bathroom. The house is located 5 minutes away from Athens and OHIO UNIVERSITY. It is 10 minutes from HOCKING COLLEGE and Rocky Boots in Nelsonville .Hunters are welcome. Ideal for Ohio University parents! Come and enjoy your stay!!

Walk to Court St! OU & Hocking Hills Elegant Haven
Relax in this stylish, updated midcentury home in the heart of Athens. 10 min walk to Court St, bike path, OU, & short drive to Hocking Hills. Plenty of room to celebrate, catch up, or rest with the softest bedding, a wooded private backyard with patio tables, grill, corn hole, blazing fast WiFi. Three smart TVs throughout. King & Queen bedrooms. EVERYTHING is brand new-kitchen appliances, furniture, mattresses, pillows, bedding, towels, bath, etc. An Athens Favorite three years running!

Blissful 1-Bedroom- Walking Distance to Campus
Away from the hustle and bustle of OU Campus, just a short walk (1/2 mile) to the College Green and Court Street entertainment venues. Park in the attached garage. For a limited time, Athens Krishna House - a Bhakti-Yoga and Meditation Center, is available for your tranquil getaway. No TV. For the sanctity of this unique space, No Smoking, No Meat, No Fish, No Eggs, No Alcohol, No Party in the house. We are sorry we cannot allow pets inside. Shoes need to be left in the foyer. Thank You.

The Bobcat Bed & Breakfast on Rooster’s Ridge
Welcome to our homestead! This newly renovated home features an amazing chefs kitchen, laundry room, two full bathrooms, three bedrooms and large living room with a gas fireplace for those cool evenings. Relax on the front and back porches with views of the farm and cattle grazing in the pastures or maybe sitting around the fire pit suites you! It’s a five-six minute drive to uptown Athens or a 20-25 minute drive to Hocking Hills. This is a gem nestled in the rolling Appalachian hills.

Creekside Cottage
Escape to nature in historic Nelsonville! Charming 2 bedroom home just 30 minutes from Hocking Hills & 20 minutes from Ohio University. Relax by the fire-pit near a calming stream. Fully equipped kitchen & living area perfect for gatherings. Explore downtown’s shops and restaurants. Walk, run, or bike scenic Bailey’s Trail. Tour Stuart’s Opera House and Rocky Boot factory. With wifi, Roku TV, washer/dryer & central air, this home offers comfort and convenience surrounded by natural beauty.

Stuart's Opera House's Verity Hall
Verity Hall offers roomy bedrooms and a relaxing first floor. When you aren't relaxing at the house, catch a show at Stuart's Opera House right across the street, go for a hike in nearby Hocking Hills, and walk to restaurants, coffee shops, art, local library, and the local bar in under two minutes. This property is owned and operated by Stuart's Opera House, a non-profit arts organization. By staying here you are supporting the local arts community in Southeast Ohio. Everyone is welcome.

The Retreat at Fox Lake
The retreat at Fox Lake is a newly constructed 1+ bedroom house featuring a private back deck and hot tub! This home has a bedroom with a king-sized bed and an additional room with a fold-out futon. Features include eclectic art, reclaimed materials, glass enclosed gas fireplace, Starlink high speed wifi, on-site parking and direct access to Fox Lake and more! This is the perfect retreat for a couple, a few friends or small family. The vibe is earthy, textured, cozy and modern.

Historic Farmhouse at Little Fish Brewing Company
Charismatic 19th century farmhouse on 2 acres of land bordering our locavore brewery & restaurant, Little Fish Brewing Company. Perfect for large family events, weekends of hiking, or a home base while touring Athens. Enjoy the peaceful bedrooms, cozy nooks, large dine-in kitchen, dining room that seats 10. Plus, spacious patio and yard with a fire pit. As an added perk, delivery of food and beer from the brewery is just a phone call away! Phone number listed on refrigerator!

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The Creek is an original farmhouse built on a working farm. The entire 2 story home is an airbnb with the bottom repurposed for guests who will enjoy a private stay. Farm and forest wildlife call the more than 40 acres home. There is a beautiful view of the night sky,all the countryside and space available to relax and enjoy pastoral settings. Next to OldUS 33, close to OU campus. Spacious free parking for campers, boats, and outdoor gear. Pet friendly.

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Porch, FREE Wi-Fi, Washer/Dryer
The Ohio University Convocation Center is hiking distance, as is the University and downtown Athens. FREE WIFI and FREE parking for up to 4 cars. McDonalds, and other fast food is very close by, as is a hardware store. The house is on the Athens transit route and we have Uber and Lyft. The house is a historic Sears kit house built in 1939 and recently extensively remodeled. We have a full kitchen and a washer and dryer for for your use only.
Popular amenities for Athens house rentals
House rentals with a pool

The Glass House @ Hocking Hills

Pickle Hill - pool, pickleball court, sleeps 10!

Irish Eyes Cottage in Hocking Hills

The Backwoods Paradise

Convenient to OU, Hocking Hills and State Parks

Whole house, pool, free parking and Wi-Fi

The Athens A-frame

Hocking Hills A-Frame w/ pool, hot tub, firepit !
Weekly house rentals

Chanoma Pines- Lake Hope / Athens / Hocking Hills

Quiet Near Athens

Magnolia Hill Cottage

"Almost Heaven: Country Charm Near O.U."

The Homestead - Renovated 1800s farmhouse

Angel Ridge Art House—Wi-Fi, Sauna, close to town

The Athens Outpost

Junior's Farm
Private house rentals

Secluded Fairytale Cottage surrounded by forest

The Beehive at Bigfoot Hollow

Cozy cottage near trails & lake

Country Ranch Home in the heart of Meigs County

The Night Owl Nest Modern Retreat in Hocking Hills

Modern house 20 min from Athens

Bobcat Bungalow Walk To OU Campus / Uptown Athens

The Refuge at Baileys Trail - 100 Private Acres!
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| Avg. price | $278 NZD | $284 NZD | $278 NZD | $326 NZD | $345 NZD | $296 NZD | $311 NZD | $291 NZD | $333 NZD | $345 NZD | $289 NZD | $281 NZD |
| Avg. temp | -1°C | 0°C | 5°C | 12°C | 17°C | 22°C | 24°C | 23°C | 20°C | 13°C | 6°C | 1°C |
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4.9 Average rating
Athens stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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