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Scenic Setting Just 8 Minutes From Athens

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A rustic cabin with a stone pathway leading to a wooden porch, surrounded by lush greenery.
A forested area with a wooden deck and a path leading through the trees.
A room with a large window offering a view of a forested area and a body of water. There is a chair and a small ottoman in the room.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dishwasher.
A glass-top table with two red chairs on a wooden deck overlooking a lake surrounded by trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Athens, OH
  • Place, Ohio University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Peden Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Court Street
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Athens

Located in Athens, this apartment is on a river, within a 10-minute drive of Convocation Center and Peden Stadium. .This apartment is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Ohio University and 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Shade Winery.
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What's nearby

  • Ohio University - 6 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Peden Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Convocation Center - 7 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Court Street - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • John Calhoun Baker University Center - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Columbus, OH (LCK-Rickenbacker Intl.) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪GoodFella's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Donkey Coffee & Espresso - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Court Street Coffee - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Scenic Setting Just 8 Minutes From Athens

Pleasant Hill Retreat is a clean, comfortable, scenic two bedroom apartment/getaway; 1.5 baths, sleeps four adults and two youth very well. Children are welcome and with pet approval, a $35 per-pet fee per-night is charged. Please note that for guests beyond two there is an additional fee which VRBO may not display unless you click "View Details" below the rate total.

Just minutes to O.U., shopping and dining. A spacious living room overlooks a private lake as do two bedrooms and decks. There is a fully equipped eat-in kitchen w/coffee and the apartment wonderfully accommodates travelers, explorers and small families. While the laundry room is available to guests, it is also accessible to the owners with a lockable door ensuring privacy.

This place is a great hub for activities related to Ohio University, the micro breweries and restaurants of Athens, hiking trails, Strouds Run State Park, lakes, boat rentals, picnic areas, and the O.U. golf course. A 50 minute drive will take you into the heart of the Hocking Hills. Although the lake view is only a borrowed one, it does offer an amazing vista and wildlife abounds.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free apartment offers games.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Sand pails outside for those who smoke

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 20

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

No campfires allowed

No guests who are not listed on the reservation unless approved by host.

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: $35/night pet fee, keep animals off furniture

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Careful, house is located on a slope

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Sand pails outside for those who smoke

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 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 and a first aid kit
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

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John P M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay! Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in a great location with an amazing view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and peaceful location
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J. Darlene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third stay and have been happy with everything all three times. We love the layout of the apartment. The setting is so peaceful and the view from the living area is perfect. The host are more than gracious. We plan to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, serene property. Clean, comfortable stay
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Gorgeous property, clean and full of thoughtful details, with lovely hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was great. The house is very nice and the view/location is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a pleasure to enjoy the view from this secluded and comfortable booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was in great condition. It was a quiet, peaceful setting with a wonderful view.I'd definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

noah w.

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

Weekend vacation

The property was super nice we had a wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice private space
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, exceptionally clean and organized with all the essentials and more. Incredibly peaceful, gorgeous scenery. The hosts were very responsive to the questions we had, which weren’t many because everything was explained so well. Even better than the pictures showed, very spacious and cozy. Thank you, Carrie and Matt!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

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

So nice!

Great apartment with everything we needed for a relaxing trip. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyndell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful retreat only a few minutes from Ohio University.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmel N.

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

Great repeat stay!

Awesome to come back again! Love to be close to campus, have full kitchen, and be able to bring the dog. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Awesome Stay

Very quaint everything was great. Everything provided very nice stay. Winery near by was.great as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mell T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Hosts thought of everything. Very organized, clean & quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

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

Great spot!

We've stayed here twice now. It's a lovely, quiet area with plenty of space!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely beautiful and amazing. Between the property itself and the owners I couldn't have asked for an easier and more pleasant experience. We will definitely be interested in coming back in nature!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corbin C.

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

Weekend getaway

This was a fantastic location and satisfying stay. The accommodations exceeded our expectation so much so we tried to rent it again, but the date we needed was unavailable. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Terrific OU Vacation spot

This is our third time staying here. It's a fantastic spot, close enough to OU, wineries, hiking and shopping. A lovely well appointed place that has fantastic views. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea H.

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

Great view

Hosts are very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Perfect!

Great place with lots of great touches. Matt & Carrie are wonderful hosts and their place was perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

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

Athens at its Best

This is our second stay here if that tells you anything. We enjoy this location and will be back again. If you want a quiet relaxing location close to Athens this is the best place. The Love's are awesome hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023