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Spacious, family-friendly lodge on 10 wooded acres. Sleeps 20 with 5 bedrooms, stocked pond

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The giant great room features a huge stone fireplace with gas insert. A huge wall of windows overlooks the pond & patio doors open both the deck and the koi pond. A 70 inch smart tv and DVD is above the fireplace.
The 3/4 acre pond is stocked with blue gill, catfish, bass, and carp and is perfect for catch and release fishing or just relaxing. Kids love the small row boat too!
You'll connect with each other and nature at the Lodge. Enjoy comfy seating around the fire pit overlooking the private pond and woods.
Help yourself to the huge coffee and tea bar in the dining room. Enjoy a full selection of coffee makers including a drip coffee maker, K-cups, a pour over  coffee maker as well as a coffee grinder. You'll also find creamer and a variety of tea bags.
Break free from your day to day routine and get back to nature. Fish, paddle boat, hike, and explore on your own private retreat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 20371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Loudonville, OH
  • Mohican Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mohican Adventures Campground & Cabins
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Mohican State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Mansfield, OH (MFD-Mansfield Lahn Regional)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Spacious, family-friendly lodge on 10 wooded acres. Sleeps 20 with 5 bedrooms, stocked pond

Welcome to your Mohican getaway! This private lodge on 10 acres is ideal for group trips & family gatherings. With 5 bedrooms and sleeping space for up to 20, it’s built for connection and comfort. Inside, enjoy an open layout with a full kitchen, large dining area, and multiple living spaces to relax & spread out. Outside, explore a ¾-acre pond, firepit, and open yard space. Whether you're celebrating, reconnecting, or simply escaping the everyday, this is the perfect place to make memories.

We do not live on site but we are nearby and are available if needed.

The Little Lodge sits on over an acre of peaceful countryside, offering the perfect blend of quiet retreat and nearby adventure.
While the setting is rural and serene, you're just minutes from downtown Loudonville—a charming town filled with boutique shops, local restaurants, canoeing, an aerial adventure park, go-karts, mini golf, and more.
Looking for day trips? Mohican State Park, Malabar Farm, Snow Trails, and Amish Country are all a short, scenic drive away.
Whether you’re looking to relax and recharge or pack your days with activities, The Little Lodge is the perfect home base.

The driveway and all parking areas are paved with cement, offering clean and easy access to the property. However, please note that the drive is long and includes some incline.
From December 1st through April 1st, we strongly recommend that guests arrive in a vehicle equipped with four-wheel drive (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). This is especially important during winter months, when snow, ice, or other hazardous weather conditions can make the incline more challenging. Properly equipped vehicles help ensure safe and reliable access throughout your stay.

With over 4,000 square feet of space, The Lodge is a nature lover’s dream—featuring large rooms, an open floor plan, and expansive windows that open onto your own private deck, gardens, and pond. There’s room for everyone to relax and recharge, with four king beds, six queens, and multiple indoor and outdoor living spaces designed for gathering or spreading out. Whether you’re fishing in the pond, playing pool in the basement, or enjoying board games by the fire, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy—from slow mornings to late-night laughs.

This is a rural property. We are within easy driving distance from Mohican State Park, Malabar Farm, Snow Trails Ski Lodge, Amish country, and more.

We welcome families and children at The Lodge on 687, but please note that the property is not childproof. There is a natural pond on site, and it is the responsibility of supervising adults to ensure children's safety at all times, both indoors and outdoors. Children must be actively supervised, especially near the water.

The pond may be enjoyed for swimming, fishing, or using the small boat provided. Life jackets are strongly recommended, and a few are available for guest use during your stay.

Firewood is not provided, but there is a convenient roadside stand just around the corner:
Twin Oaks Farm – 915 OH-95, Perrysville, OH 44864
It’s a self-serve setup with a cash box (cash only), and it’s typically well-stocked.

Property manager

Jodi L Burgholder
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Loudonville

Located in Loudonville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ugly Bunny Winery and Mohican Adventures Campground & Cabins are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mohican State Park and Pleasant Hill Lake Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mohican Gardens and Ramser Arboretum.
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Loudonville, OH

What's nearby

  • Mohican Gardens - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Mohican River - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Mohican Adventures Campground & Cabins - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Wolf Creek Pine Run Grist Mill - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Mohican State Park - 16 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Akron, OH (CAK-Akron-Canton) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Village Point - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wedgewing Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ugly Bunny Winery - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded lodge w/ private pond near Malabar, Pleasant Hill, Snow Trails- sleeps 20 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded lodge w/ private pond near Malabar, Pleasant Hill, Snow Trails- sleeps 20?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded lodge w/ private pond near Malabar, Pleasant Hill, Snow Trails- sleeps 20?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded lodge w/ private pond near Malabar, Pleasant Hill, Snow Trails- sleeps 20 located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Mohican Gardens, Mohican River, and Pleasant Hill Lake Park. Mohican State Park and Kendig Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brad G.

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

Great Place

Very clean large property. If you go in the winter you will need all wheel drive to get up the driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen and Renee B.

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

There’s no place I'd rather be with my family

This was our third year. Our family is growing, so we rented both houses. It worked out perfect. The attention to detail on these properties is amazing. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

CatherineW

Family Christmas

As always the Lodge is perfect. Plenty of room. We love sitting in the living room watching it snow. Thank you Jason and Jodi for making the Lodge so wonderful.

10/10 Excellent

Greg E.

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

Friends reunion

Every year over the past 20 years my HS and College friends get together. We all agreed that this was one of the best properties we have stayed at. The host was easy to communicate with and was very responsive to our questions. The house is sprawling with enough space for everyone. Everything was set up for us to relax and have fun. The game room was great and the seating was top notch. Every room was clean and comfortable. The host definitely takes pride in their property. We will definitely be back again!! Greg
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa L.

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

Beautiful Property

This property is beautiful. Our group enjoyed everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clif L.

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

The perfect moment in time.

The stay was great! Loved the house and grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Awesome property and host!

This beautiful property was absolutely perfect for us, and is well maintained with the host paying attention to detail. From the check-in gifts of smore fixings and other snacks, to the well stocked coffee bar, to including laundry pods for doing laundry, having the light switches labeled, and providing a spare propane tank for the grill, we appreciated those details. The home itself is great. The game room kept the kids of all ages occupied, we caught fish in the pond, used the fire pit and grill, and having a second refrigerator in the garage was a lifesaver with 14 of us there. It was nice to have so many different spaces to hang out since we had many adults who could hang out in the great room upstairs with a view of the pond, or the family room in the basement with the pool table, in the swing on the enclosed front porch, or in the game room/garage, depending on their mood. The seating inside in the dining room fit us all at a beautiful oak table, but outdoor seating on the deck was also perfect since there are two large picnic tables. The leaves were just starting to change and fall on the heavily treed property, which was a great backdrop. With fourteen of us there for a wedding, we always had hot water for all showers, and the water pressure was good for a rural property. Lots to do around there also, with the Mohican State Park and Amish country close by. The hosts were responsive when we had a question and answered almost immediately. We loved this place!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kuwabara K.

Perfect for a Group Cabin Weekend

We loved this cabin! Jodi was a great host. She checked in with us multiple times. The place was just like the pictures plenty of space and fit 20 of us. We plan to return in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Stay

Lodge was perfect location and size for 11 adults meeting up for class reunion. Great attention to detail & every need accounted for. Game room in garage, large gathering room and a dining table where everyone had a place were the highlights. We all said - we can do THIS again! Thanks, JJ for helping us continue to make memories after all our years together.

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

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

2024 mother daughter grandmother trip

Great place beautiful perfect for family get together a
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

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

Comfortable and peaceful get away!

This property is the perfect place for a large group. The home was extremely clean and comfortable to be in. The beds were very comfortable and there were many thoughtful amenities such as the coffee bar, s’mores set up, and lots of entertaining games. The property was exactly as advertised and communication with the host was great! I would absolutely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Family Lodge Weekend

We had a wonderful weekend with our family at The Lodge! Plenty of room to hang out together and space to be alone, too. The pond was so fun and s’mores by the fire were such a treat!
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10/10 Excellent

JackieS

Lizzy’s party

We were nothing but happy about our stay. The weather could’ve been a little better, but can’t control that. The place was clean and well stocked. Views were lovely and the beds were comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

JackieS

Lizzy’s party

We were nothing but happy about our stay. The weather could’ve been a little better, but can’t control that. The place was clean and well stocked. Views were lovely and the beds were comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Jan E.

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

50th birthday celebration

4families—Florida,Ohio,Michigan meet for a ski weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

CatherineW

The Lodge on 687

Wow! What a gorgeous place. And Jodi and Josh were definitely the best hosts I've ever worked with. Quick responses to all of our questions and needs. We had our family Christmas with our children and grandchildren Everyone agreed we would love rent this house again. The kitchen had everything. The house was big enough that we could all gather or go hide if you needed some quiet. The dining table was a high point because we could all enjoy meals together. The outdoor setting is beautiful. Definitely looking forward to staying there again.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location

We stayed here for the second time it’s such a wonderful location. There were 10 of us lady friends and all the amenities were provided for us to have a wonderful time.

10/10 Excellent

Jade P.

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

Pre-Wedding Retreat Perfection

We booked this property as a pre-wedding retreat for us and our wedding party and it was the best decision we could have made. The grounds were absolutely beautiful, clean, well maintained, and comfortable. The kitchen had a little gift basket for us which was a very sweet gesture. There were so many places to hang out and so much to do, that even though we were there for 3 full days, we barely felt like we scratched the surface of possibilities. Plus, the beds were extremely comfortable which is not a given. We brought a bunch of our own stuff thinking that we'd need blankets, fire wood, cooking utensils, etc. and we didn't need any of it! The house came well stocked with everything we needed. I even found a little first aid kit when someone cut themselves on scissors helping with a craft and we fixed them right up. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

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

Family gathering

Wonderful stay. Beautiful property. Plenty of space and plenty to do to keep everyone happy. Great location, close to everything we wanted to do. The owners were very responsive to any questions or concerns we had. We would definitely go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Perfect spot for a family get-together

Our family had a wonderful time staying at the Lodge. Fishing in the pond and floating on the pond, S’mores toasted over the fire (S’mores supplies provided by the hosts as well as a delicious Peach Pie)- all of these made our stay a time to remember. It was comforting to know that we could contact our hosts with any questions we might have. We would recommend this property to anyone interested in an enjoyable get-together with family or friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Christmas in july

We really enjoyed your place. Everything was so nice and had Everything we needed for cooking and enjoying ourselves
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

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

Family fun at the Lodge

Great accommodations, lots of room and lovely outdoor setting. We couldn't have asked for more!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine S.

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

Peaceful Retreat

We had a wonderful time at this beautiful home. The house is beautifully decorated, immaculately clean, well appointed, and the grounds were spectacular. The location is perfect for hiking at Mohican and is private and quiet. Our group particularly loved the large great room and dining room that easily accommodated all 16 of us while also having so many little nooks for individuals to relax, read and reflect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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

A Perfect Family Gathering Place

I can’t say enough wonderful things about our fantastic weekend! The house and surrounding areas are beautiful and had everything we needed and more. We took full advantage of the clean, comfy and spacious inside and outside gathering areas and would have loved to stay longer. It was a perfect place for our 80th birthday celebration! Many thanks to Jodi and Jason for being so responsive and accommodating. We definitely plan to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jodi L Burgholder

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We're Jason & Jodi!
We're the husband and wife team behind The Lodge on 687. He's the builder/ handyman, an engineer to be exact. I'm the artist/host who is behind all the finishing touches that will make the Lodge feel like home!

Together we love creating spaces where you can enjoy building connections and making memories with your favorite people.

We want you to spread out and enjoy every inch of the Lodge and it's beautiful property. Enjoy!

Why they chose this property

Large rooms, open floor plan, and tons of windows that open onto your own private deck and gardens make the Lodge a nature lover's heaven.

As soon as you enter the enclosed front porch filled with a porch swing conversation area you'll know you're in the right spot!

Continue on into the dining room with a custom made oak table that seats 16 and make yourself at home at the fully stocked coffee bar.

The eat in kitchen features a custom island that seats six, tons of storage, and new appliances. A fully stocked kitchen make it easy to get a meal for your people! In addition to the fully stocked kitchen you'll also find a Blackstone griddle/grill that makes it easy to feed a crowd!

Enter the great room and you'll know why this home is so special. Soaring ceilings, exposed beams, wall to wall windows, a massive stone fireplace, and plenty of room for your whole gang make this a room you'll want to hang out in all day and night! This room also has a 70 inch smart tv to watch the big game or a special movie night.

Inside living space blends seamlessly into outside living as the great room opens up to the spacious deck overlooking the pond and fire pit on one side and the koi pond and waterfalls on the other. The sound of running water fills the house! There are plenty of spots to relax and make memories!

While there are no steep hills and the entire driveway is cement there may be times during the winter months that a four wheel drive vehicle is needed.

What makes this property unique

One thing that makes this property so special is the way it blends indoor and outdoor living. There are just as many outdoor spots to explore or just hang out and relax. The spacious deck overlooks the fire pit and the pond. There is plenty of seating for eating and relaxing.

Walk down the steps to the fire pit and Adirondack chairs for a little s'more making and campfire time. Fish for bluegill, catfish, and bass in the stocked pond or grab a provided lifejacket and take the little row boat for a spin.

Explore the woods, play in the creek, and enjoy all the area has to offer knowing you have a great place to come home to!

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