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Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly. Country setting.

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Queen bed medium firm
Interior
It’s on old building. We will work on making it pretty.
The bed and living area are one. Vrbo makes it hard to explain this.
Full kitchen with dishwasher.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 369.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Oxford, OH
  • Place, Miami University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Yager Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Hueston Woods State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly. Country setting.

Come stay at the historic Brown farm (circa 1818). The cottage is the farm’s original ice house, but is far from chilly. The cottage has been completely renovated, while saving a few historic details. We recently went solar and have an auto generator, so you can feel good about environmental impact, while never being disturbed by a power outage.

The cottage is best described as a studio apartment. It has a full kitchen, bedroom/living space and full bath (shower only). The bedroom/living space has a queen (medium soft) bed. The cottage is optimal for 2 guests; however, an inflatable twin mattress is available for one additional guest (upon request). Thus we can accommodate only 3 guests.

Guests have access to a heated pool (May15- October 1) and hot tub (year round).

Come enjoy our 14 acre property including our native prairie restoration project. Our stocked pond is there for you to enjoy along with a pond-side fire pit.

We are pet friendly ($20.00 fee), but do not have fencing to contain your furry friends. There are two dog parks close by and our entire property is available for leash walking.

We are less than 2 miles from uptown Oxford and Miami U, and 3 miles from Hueston Woods State Park which offers mountain biking trails, road riding, Acton Lake, hiking trails, horseback riding (summer only), a dog park and great birding. The Hueston Woods Lodge has a nice restaurant that rarely has a long wait.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please text the host upon checkout, we can begin to prepare for next guests.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Oxford

Located in Oxford, this cottage is in the city centre and on a lake. Indian Ridge Golf Club and Hanover Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hueston Woods State Park and Bachelor Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Yager Stadium or Millett Hall. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Oxford, OH

What's nearby

  • Miami University - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Black Covered Bridge - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Yager Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Hueston Woods State Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Millett Hall - 6 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kofenya - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Campus Deli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bruno's Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly. Country setting. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly. Country setting. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly. Country setting.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly. Country setting.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly. Country setting. located?

Located in the heart of Oxford, this golf cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Miami University, Hueston Woods State Park and Black Covered Bridge. Millett Hall and Yager Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 193 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Ice House was a charming, comfortable getaway just minutes outside of campus in Oxford. We enjoyed the lovely grounds, friendly communication with our hosts, even a relaxing soak in the hot tub! It was an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have stayed here before and really looked forward to our return! Loved the location, which is close to Oxford, but still out in the country away from crowds. The cottage had everything needed for a few days stay, with full and complete kitchen, comfortable bathroom and perfect size living/bedroom area. Hosts are great and very accommodating. Close to Hueston Woods, as well! Will stay here again when we are in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable studio, park at door, many windows, an outdoor pool and owners are right there if needed. The weather was so nice, I slept with the windows open
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and so relaxing. Close to campus and town amenities. Tom and Kathy were welcoming and accomodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

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

Relaxing couple getaway!!!

Me and my husband had a wonderful 2night stay it was very relaxing. The pool and hottub were amazing!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used the property to its fullest for a first anniversary, 3 day weekend. We grilled & chilled...swam and soaked in the hot tub. It was a perfect weekend for our stay-cation! We will definitely be back. The hosts were wonderful to work with and very accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

brad h.

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

Awesome weekend getaway

Host are wonderful people. Property is gorgeous. The pool and hot tub were very clean. Great fishing pond!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

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

Great place

Pool and hot tub were great, cottage was clean and fully stocked
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Great stay

Nice home, enjoyed the pool! Owners are very nice and also responsive when needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay on a unique historic property, with access to a pool and hot tub! Really doesn't compare to anything else available around Miami U!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is so cozy and quaint. Wish we had more time to explore and utilize the amenities more. Great location, just a quick drive to campus. The plus was the charger available for EV charging. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

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

Ice House Cottage.

We had a great time, the hosts were very helpful. The cottage was everything we hoped for, the pond is very nice and close by. Super location to the State Park and Oxford. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

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

Fun Weekend in Oxford!

Our family had an incredible weekend in Oxford! This place truly exceeded our expectations! We really enjoyed all of the amazing amenities, especially having access to both a pool and a hot tub. The grounds were stunning and really offered a serene and beautiful environment. Highly recommend for a nice, relaxing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

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

Weekend stay

This is our favorite place to stay when visiting our daughter who is graduating from Miami University.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

D B.

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

Nice get-away

The cottage was exactly as described. My wife and our two dogs loved the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful and peaceful. The house was stocked with everything you could need. We appreciate that the air mattress was all set up and ready to use for our son. The pool and hot tub were very nice. We enjoyed walking to the pond and seeing the sunset. It was only an eight minute drive to get to everything and the views were nice. Would definitely recommend staying here. This is the only VRBO rental that didn't require us to do anything prior to checking out. We are used to taking out trash, pulling everything off the beds, etc. They told us not to worry about any of that. We appreciated that.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

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

Amazing little gem

Favorite place to stay in Oxford!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis S.

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

Fabulous stay

The cottage is very clean and cute. The property is gorgeous. The pool was the perfect temperature and very clean. It was too hot to use the hot tub. There is a beautiful pond and the area was perfect for an early morning walk. Highly recommend this listing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashley

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

So much fun

Was greeted upon arrival everyone was so nice and helpful!!The pool was so nice along with hotub and shower ! The pond was a blast we caught a few fish in between rain storms lol !! Had zero issues and we will be back again next year thank you for making this place available to enjoy and making our bdays special
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

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

Weekend stay

Had another great stay! It was wonderful and we enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Perfect place for two!

The cottage was cute and clean with attentive hosts. We would definately stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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

Lovely space

I thoroughly enjoyed my time. The house and hot tub were lovely. And proximity to town and the state park were perfect! Would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcey B.

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

The IceHouse

Lovely cozy quiet clean home. Highly recommend for anyone visiting at Miami of Ohio.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance B.

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

My own little apartment

Very handy. Park at the door, windows that open all around, pool and hot tub, and owners available if needed. Best choice in Oxford.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen Nickel, Tom Cooke

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Tom is retired military and retired as an intelligence analyst with the National Geospatial Agency. Kathy retired from the U.S. Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency. Kathy raised both of her children in Oxford and returned with Tom after working for a few years in Washington DC, including a stint with the US House of Representatives. We enjoyed renovating the original Brown family farmhouse where we now live with our dogs, Alika and Jeff. Oxford gets in your blood. It is a lovely town to visit, or to live in. We look forward to hosting and sharing this midwestern gem.

Why they chose this property

We are conveniently located just 1.5 miles from uptown Oxford and 2 miles from Miami U., yet our setting is rural and peaceful. Hueston Woods State Park is 3 miles north and offers hiking, golf, fishing, birding and a beautiful lodge and restaurant.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location! We are also one of few pet friendly accommodations in Oxford. We are pet lovers and know it can be hard to leave your pets behind. We have a fenced area for our dogs. Our dogs are very accepting of other dogs; however, we are not liable for escapees or injuries due to doggy arguments. We also welcome other pets, except snakes: they freak Kathy out. We have 14 acres upon which to exercise your dogs, and you don’t need to pick up the poo! It all goes back to nature.

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