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Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views

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Living area
Interior
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Kenyon College
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

2 King Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

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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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2975284vb
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 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

About the area

Gambier

Located in Gambier, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ramser Arboretum and Kokosing Gap Trail, while Bolton Theatre and Woodward Opera House are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Map
Gambier, OH

What's nearby

  • Kenyon College - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mohican State Park - 35 min drive - 51.1 km
  • Mohican Adventures Campground & Cabins - 38 min drive - 55.7 km
  • Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course - 46 min drive - 63.7 km
  • Ohio State Reformatory - 53 min drive - 78.5 km

Getting around

  • Port Columbus International Airport (CMH) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful French Inspired Country Home Super Private River Views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Kenyon College, Gambier Dog Park and Bolton Theatre. Chalmers Library is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maksym C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice large house was very clean, Very beautiful place to stay away from everything!!! Coming back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A work in progress but comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Two keys to this property, (1) property is beautiful and (2) it’s a large 5-6 bedroom home! Bottom line it has a lot of nice features but in many cases they’re a little rough around the edges. Both the gas and charcoal grills are not useable in present condition. There’s an older Viking range that’s a tad rough. To be fair the main gathering area is very nice with a nice fireplace. The views are great, saw a couple Eagles perched above the house one morning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2025
Hi Ruth, thanks so much for the stay! When you rented we hadn't even got the hot tub so not sure why the complaint about that or the 8/10 star review since it seemed like you liked it. It's a four person hot tub, not a six or eight. We just spent a lot of time and effort setting it up and hope folks will be able to enjoy as we try to make our BnB better and better. We also gave you family a huge discount on the place and left 3 packs of firewood, bought drinks for you to have and did a lot of extras! Hope you enjoyed! Thanks for the review!
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sarah G.

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

Gambier

It was nice and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Ryan

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Fun loving professional with interest in antiques and gardening

Why they chose this property

Incredible property set aloft a hill next to the Kokosing. Boho vibes with country peace and quiet. Phenomenal place to host gathering. Inquire with us about larger gatherings and weddings--we do those too!

What makes this property unique

5 acres with Historic 1852 House with Modern Addition
High Speed Starlink Internet Connection
Near Kenyon College and Amish Country
500ft from Kokosing River, a Ohio Scenic River
Short drive to Kokosing Bike Path
Close to restaurants in Gambier and Mt Vernon
Close to Mohican State Park
Formidable Viking Range great for Gourmet Cooking
Huge amount of space and places to lounge in common areas
Lots of ameneties including field guides, binoculars, and telescope
78 Inch televsion, DVD player and DVDs
etc.

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