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Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest

2.0 star property
West Portsmouth vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bathrooms1376 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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West Portsmouth, OH
  • Place, Shawnee State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Shawnee State University
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Serpent Mound
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

West Portsmouth

In West Portsmouth .Stay at this West Portsmouth vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Shawnee State Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Raven Rock State Nature Preserve. Ohio River and Earl Thomas Conley Riverside Park are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Shawnee State Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Shawnee State University - 20 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Serpent Mound - 52 min drive - 40.1 miles
  • Dogwood Pass - 55 min drive - 39.0 miles
  • Greenbo Lake State Resort Park - 60 min drive - 47.9 miles

Getting around

  • South Portsmouth–South Shore Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ben's Happy Trails Horseman's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Smokehouse at Shawnee State Park - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shawnee State Park Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪O Hee Yuh Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪CampMaster Cabin - ‬6 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.

Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest

Discover your comfortable "basecamp" right next to the beautiful Shawnee State Forest. This peaceful home is designed for comfort, featuring two luxurious King-size beds for ultimate relaxation. Enjoy the seclusion of a large yard, ideal for wildlife spotting or an evening under the stars. The home boasts a full, well-equipped kitchen and a dedicated dining room for meals, plus a cozy living room with a TV and Roku for unwinding after a day of hiking. Your perfect nature escape awaits!

We live in the area but on the other side of the county so we're available to answer questions via text or phone call.

Located in West Portsmouth, OH only minutes from Turkey Creek Lake, Shawnee Lodge, Bear Lake Horse Camp, and Shawnee State Park Nature Center. Shawnee State Park offers a wide variety of outdoor activities for you to enjoy including:
hiking
mountain biking
fishing
boating
disc golf
horseback riding
swimming
archery

You'll have the entire house and yard to yourself. The barn is currently being cleaned out and is unavailable for guest use.

Enter from the porch into the spacious kitchen with electric stove, refrigerator and dishwasher. Dining room table is great for dinner and playing games or relax on the sofa and stream a movie with the Roku. The cottage is currently setup for 4 with 2 bedrooms each with king size beds. One full bathroom and one half bathroom in the laundry.

Pets are welcome but are to be kept off furniture and bedding.
Smoking/vaping of any kind is not permitted inside the house.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,376 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

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

Rules

Pets are allowed but are to be kept off furniture & bedding.
No smoking/vaping of any kind inside the house.
No parties or large groups

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest to downtown West Portsmouth?

This vacation home is 9.3 mi away from West Portsmouth.

Cottage Bordering Shawnee State Forest Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L., Flatwoods, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. This home is huge and spacious and was very clean and well kept. Communication with the owner was quick and easy. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025