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Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views

Gambier vacation home with kitchen

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A covered porch with wicker furniture, a table, and a rocking chair.
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A spacious kitchen with a large island, white cabinets, and a view to the dining area.
A spacious kitchen with a wooden countertop, a yellow armchair, and a staircase leading to another level.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden countertop, and a built-in island.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gambier, OH
  • Place, Kenyon College
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mohican State Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Ohio State Reformatory
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gambier

On river.Stay at this Gambier vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kenyon College and 2 miles (3 km) of Gambier Dog Park. Bolton Theatre and Chalmers Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kenyon College - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mohican State Park - 35 min drive - 31.8 miles
  • Mohican Adventures Campground & Cabins - 38 min drive - 34.6 miles
  • Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course - 46 min drive - 39.6 miles
  • Ohio State Reformatory - 53 min drive - 48.8 miles

Getting around

  • John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kroger Gas Station - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views

Nestled within the heart of Amish country, our exquisite 1852 French-inspired country abode spans 5 acres, offering breathtaking vistas of both the dawn and dusk over the Kokosing River, and the enchanting night lights of Kenyon. Located a mere mile from the campus, it stands as an idyllic setting for parental visits and cherished family gatherings. A haven for culinary enthusiasts with its commercial Viking Range, it also beckons hunters, bird aficionados, golf enthusiasts (perfect for chipping!), and boaters. Dive into adventures with our two kayaks, life vests, fishing poles, and tackle. Elevate your outdoor experience with a firepit, trampoline, hot tub, cozy Adirondack chairs, and a state-of-the-art Kamado grill.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

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 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 80
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 80. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views to the airport?

This vacation home is 53 mi (65-min drive) away from the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.7 mi (14-min drive) from Sutton Beach and 10.3 mi (19-min drive) from Davis Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views to downtown Gambier?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Gambier.

Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Showed up to our booking it was disgusting, mess everywhere, toxic smell. It was 11p at night had our dog. Turned around and drove 4 hours back home. Luckily the host refunded our money but VRBO was not going to do a thing. Not offered another place to go , completely stranded
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay in Gambier

Perfect house for Kenyon graduation weekend. The house was wonderful and ideally located.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kokosing home

The house is in a beautiful location and is comfortable, clean, and well set up. We enjoyed staying there very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family celebration

The property was great for us. Location was excellent and the house gave us the room we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ruth p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were welcoming, communicative, and provided so many extras to enhance our stay, the kitchen is very well equipped.Bedrooms and bathrooms are clean, lovely and very comfortable. However, for a large group, the hot tub is quite small, and we did wish that the outdoor area provided more space and seating to sit around the fire.That being said, it is a beautiful area and we would definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The property was large enough for 10 of our family members. We enjoyed the location and the home met all of our needs, thank you for the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nenad D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent work with owner

I will recommend , very nice cozy place for family and fiends !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Wedding family retreat

Easy check in, and great communication with Sarah! The house is large with beautiful decor. Plenty of rooms for sleeping in luxury king beds! Kitchen is well equipped with gas stove and every utensil and appliance you could need. The yard is perfect for families!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion

Beautiful farmhouse with amazing views!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy stay in Kokosing

Great stay. The chateau accommodated all of our needs, was surprisingly cozy and had amazing views of the sunset over the Kokosing River. Great amenities, fun design and an awesome kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

House was great. Stayed here for work and wish we could've enjoyed it more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for Kenyon weekend

We visited our daughter at Kenyon for the weekend. This place was perfect!! So close to the campus and just the right size to have her and her friends over for dinner. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

The property was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great country home.

Beautiful country setting. The home was spacious with nice gathering spaces. The screened in porch was a great spot for morning coffee and conversation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Team trip

Came into town with a basketball team for a tournament…it was perfect for our group. Plant is space and places to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Family Weekend

We had a large group with family from Maryland, Kentucky and Michigan. The house was wonderful with plenty of space, bedrooms and kitchen room for cooking our Thanksgiving feast. We appreciated Sarah and Ryan who were extremely responsive and helpful, giving us tips and info about the area for places to enjoy on our stay. We had a wonderful time and would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gambier

It was nice and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDA N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

We wanted a place with room, inside and out, to connect with family. Staying here checked all the boxes! Close enough to get needed essentials, but felt like we were in our own little world on top of the hill! Communication with hosts was top notch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country farm house

The house was well cared for and reflected the owners respecting of its age. It was enjoyed by all the guests. It offered a quiet setting to come back to stay each night. We did not need to prepare no meals during our stay. So, that made relaxation a treat. Many get conversations took some late into the early morning without disturbing others who sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf trup

The isolation and farm like nature of this home worked perfectly. It allowed our group to enjoy a weekend with friends at a peaceful getawa! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Clean - Helpful Hosts and Natural Setting

We visited for a reunion planning meeting at Kenyon. The property is very cozy and had everything we needed. It's in a very natural setting - beautiful views. The property is only about a 5-minute drive to campus. The walk to the edge of campus is about 10 minutes but closer to 25 minutes to get to Peirce (the main dining hall). All in all very enjoyable stay. The hosts reached out to speak by phone beforehand and were extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

We had a great weekend staying at this adorable boho farmhouse! We celebrated my mom’s 60th birthday with our immediate family and children. The kitchen was huge and fun to all cook together and the kids all enjoyed playing hide n seek and exploring the huge home and property. We went to Kenyon campus for some coffees and shopping at an adorable boutique. We also enjoyed the old train and park in town as well. Thank you so much for an excellent stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy spot

Plenty of places to sleep for a large group of friends, and lots of good spaces to gather (porch, 2 living-room like spaces, outdoors). The only things I'd change are adding a door to one downstairs bedroom that doesn't have one, and curtains on the bedroom windows. Overall a great spot though and very convenient to Kenyon College.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

This property is a lovely old farmhouse with updated amenities. The kitchen is perfect for large groups to gather for meals and happy hour. We all sat by the fire pit long into the evening. The house is well furnished. We also enjoyed many small quaint shops nearby and the many beautiful hiking trails. Although we didn't require the fenced-in there was no fenced or enclosed area for children or dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Constance G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Charming old house

Overall a decently great stay. Great outdoors, good kitchen, and nice vibe. Unfortunately, there were some things that could have been better. The AC upstairs in the hot weather was not optimal. The only bedroom downstairs had two doorways, one of which had a door that didn’t close all the way, and the other one had no door so there was no privacy. Lastly, I know there is nothing you out can do about it, but the well water was pretty stinky.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023