Title: Your Sustainable and Secluded Dog-Friendly Home Away From Home. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Your Sustainable and Secluded Dog-Friendly Home Away From Home. Vacation home in Chillicothe with kitchen and patio ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33501100/33501004/45b8deef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33501100/33501004/b38412fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33501100/33501004/5335d3dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33501100/33501004/11be8e17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33501100/33501004/453bc2dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a forest near Chillicothe, Wren Eagle Retreat offers a serene escape with the comforts of home. Unwind on the expansive deck surrounded by wildlife, enjoy modern conveniences in the fully equipped kitchen, and cozy up by the stone fireplace with an efficient wood stove insert. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Your Sustainable and Secluded Dog-Friendly Home Away From Home. Wren Eagle Retreat is surrounded by forest, close to Chillicothe and very early Ohio history, and perfect for a quiet family weekend, a church group, scrapbooking or quilting group, corporate retreat, or any other getaway occasion. Wren Eagle Retreat offers many of the comforts of home albeit in a natural environment (with low-flow toilets, LED bulbs in most places, natural (and effective) cleaning solutions, recycling, and easy access to kayaking, biking, hiking, historical sites, and much more that Chillicothe and the surrounding area has to offer. Wren Eagle Retreat is also well-insulated so it uses less heating energy in the winter, and less AC in the summer. I do not use AC and you are not compelled to use it either although it is available! The multitude of trees ensure fresh air and cooler temperatures, and the windows and leafless trees allow winter sun to provide heat along with the wood stove insert, an easily renewable fuel. But, for those who want it, there is central heating , also. So whether you stay for a week or two or make it a long weekend you can experience history and nature, and engage in many other activities. Or simply relax on the expansive deck and enjoy birds (including owl and whippoorwill), deer, lizards, toads and other wildlife found on the 31+ acres. Cathedral windows flood the main floor with light including the great room with stone fireplace with efficient wood stove insert, dining (with seating for 12) and a fully equipped kitchen with many modern conveniences. The sofa pulls out to a full bed and the main bedroom boasts a king bed and sitting area. The loft, with its seven windows, looks out on the forest and makes you feel as though you are staying in a tree house. It has a queen bed, 2 twin beds, and a half bath. Through the loft double glass doors you have a forest view on three sides for a comfortable tree house experience. Outdoors, you can grill your steaks on charcoal grills under the covered deck when it's raining, or simply sit and rock and enjoy the peace. The open deck is mostly shaded during the summer for your comfort and has 3 tables that can seat 12+ along with patio furniture. If you get your fill of lazing on the deck, you can always take in local shopping, ride the Paint Creek Recreational Trail, or visit museums. You're only about 5 miles from anything you might do in a city: eat fast food, go roller skating or bowling, sit down at a local restaurant, or watch a movie. You can drive to the First Capital District and walk from there to Yoctangee Park and visit the art museum then walk along the flood wall. Or you can drive to Memorial Stadium and watch a very entertaining college summer league baseball game by the Chillicothe Paints or, for more entertainment, take in the outdoor drama Tecumseh. There are golf courses for golfers, kayak services for kayakers, and many good churches. There's so much to do that a week will not be sufficient to explore everything and you will want to return time and time again. If you start at the First Capital District and walk south you can explore the Ross County Museum district and some historic homes. Or you can drive to the Adena Mansion and visit the home of Ohio's first governor. There are many state parks and wildlife areas nearby. Among them are Great Seal State Park, Scioto Trail State Park, Ross Lake, and Buzzards Roost Nature Preserve where the tiny saw whet owls are banded each year and where you can see an exquisite cliff-side view above Paint Creek. NOTE: I have video doorbells, and security cameras in the great room and kitchen and outside on or around the deck. I do not monitor them during rentals unless something unusual is noted (eg. fire/smoke alarm, sustained outdoor noise) I also have glass break sensors in various places because there is so much glass at Wren Eagle Retreat. No cameras are located in private areas (bedrooms, bathrooms, hallways, etc.). There's so much more to do and see. Contact me for more suggestions. And BTW, I often cannot accommodate last-minute rentals (may need 2 or 3 days or more) because I clean, launder, and make beds and equip bathrooms slowly and carefully. I cannot give you any direct way to contact me because VRBO does not allow it. You'll just have to send me a message through VRBO. And if you'd love to hike at Wren Eagle Retreat do stay on the marked trails. It's easy to get lost in the woods! And even I have gotten lost off-trail! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: You may smoke outdoors only. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 1,700 square feet - Water dispenser usage encouraged - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116880000/116870500/116870447/5e9b1130.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleep 6+ adults, new 2 Br 1 Ba adjacent to Bell Manor. 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This will be sent to you by email.. Renting to vacationers only. No rentals to locals, no long-term rentals, and no rentals to anyone without a fixed domicile. Smoking must take place outdoors only. No smoking indoors anywhere. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 3 total pets Note from host: Up to 3 dogs for an additional $50/dog fee. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: No child equipment available. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted You may smoke outdoors only. ## 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 Property Registration Number 61792 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as At Home In the Forest Wren Eagle Retreat--your forest home away from home Chillicothe ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.28943%2C-83.01972&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ApEwx3cqJsCM3hdEOvOqGGOiYcI=) Chillicothe, OH #### What's nearby - Ross County Heritage Center - 14 min drive - 8.8 km - Majestic Theatre - 15 min drive - 9.2 km - Hopewell Culture National Historical Park - 21 min drive - 16.0 km - Scioto Trail State Park - 24 min drive - 17.5 km - Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre - 29 min drive - 23.6 km #### Getting around - John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 84 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive - ‪Giovanni's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬16 min drive - ‪Carl's Townhouse - ‬14 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Your Sustainable and Secluded Dog-Friendly Home Away From Home. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Your Sustainable and Secluded Dog-Friendly Home Away From Home.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Your Sustainable and Secluded Dog-Friendly Home Away From Home.? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Your Sustainable and Secluded Dog-Friendly Home Away From Home. located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ross County Heritage Center, Yoctangee Park, and Majestic Theatre. Pump House Center for the Arts and Great Seal State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Your Sustainable and Secluded Dog-Friendly Home Away From Home. Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 18 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita C. Dec 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love the woods The house is a little older but had great amenities. Not really comfortable with the cameras inside the living room and kitchen areas with only one able to be unplugged but we dealt with it. The woods surrounding the house was amazing though. Very peaceful. Wish the trails would have been clear and it wouldn’t have rained so much so we could have hiked with our dog. Other than that we had a good stay. ##### Anita C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth B. Jun 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy suited our needs very well! ##### Kenneth B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie B. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas Overall thoroughly enjoyed our stay property was as described it is remote but easy to find. ##### Stephanie B. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea B. Oct 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice getaway My husband and I loved it. We love being out in the middle of nowhere which is just what this place is, so you'll need that mentality to enjoy it. It was great to just be able to let the dogs out for them to run around and not worry about any roads or neighbors. It's nearly an hour from Hocking Hills, but it was such a gorgeous drive, I'm glad we stayed on this side of the park. The place was "farm house clean." Counters and kitchen, etc. were clean but baseboards, etc were dirty. Very roomy so the kids were able to play around. ##### Andrea B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda H. Oct 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 25th Anniversary Stay Very nice and relaxing. I have Netflix and it was very easy to connect to my settings. ##### Linda H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James S. Sep 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The host was very nice and helpful. The place was very peaceful Host was very nice and helpful. The property was peaceful ##### James S. Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Christy G. Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation The home is secluded and we enjoyed the wrap around deck. We thought it was a great location as far as near by historical sites, great hiking and things to do with our dog. ##### Christy G. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Beth K. Jun 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful area and comfortable home The area is beautiful and it is only a short drive to get to Chillicothe and not too far to get to Hocking Hills. The house was comfortable and felt like home with many amenities. Had a great visit. ##### Beth K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Margeaux L., Dayton, Ohio Nov 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend getaway Nice location only 10 minutes from downtown Chillicothe which is such a cute and fun town! We drove our truck there and thankful for that because the driveway was steep and slick. Very private house / large property. How decor was a little “tired” but the deck was great along with the outdoor furniture. Kitchen had most cooking essentials which we were thankful for since we did a lot of cooking. Check in and check out was smooth process and owner was very quick and easy to communicate with. Her food / shopping / hiking recommendations were great! ##### Margeaux L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### George W. Sep 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Property was great, just a couple suggestions The setting a seclusion were just what we were looking for, and the property was large enough to accommodate my family of seven. Furniture was great and the beds comfortable. The property was clean, bathrooms and cooking/eating amenities great. We had a few detractions: The thermostat locked in at 72. It was very rainy and warm during our stay which made the humidity high. It was hard to get comfortable in the main parts of the house without being able to adjust the A/C lower to remove the moisture form the air. We keep out thermostat at home 65 at night and 68 during the day, even in the snowy winter. The grates for the Weber Grills were rusty. No amount of cleaning could get them to shine again. Guests might want to bring grill sheets from the grocery store (in the grilling aisle they look like aluminum screens) we use them on public park grills . We have a garbage disposal in our sink at home, without thinking my wife used this one for small vegetable scraps. But then we couldn't figure out how to turn it on or if it worked. I used the break loose tool to manually grind things up and the toilet plunger to move things along. Maybe, repair/replace/remove the kitchen sink garbage disposal. There were a lot of instructions for cleaning recyclables, but no instruction on what to do with them. I tried to guess based on the neighbors if they went in one of the cans at the end of the driveway or not. Some neighbors had brown and green cans, some had one or the other and some had black, but they were all empty. Rather than do the wrong thing we left them in the big container next to the kitchen. There weren't any additional kitchen garbage bags. I was thinking we could get all the trash out in one bag. To conserve space in the one bag, I tossed the grill ashes off the balcony into the woods. I regretted it immediately after. Well rain will take care of it, and I still had to go buy bags the morning we were leaving. The thermostat was an area of discomfort. We were very thankful for the portable A/C unit upstairs. The other items were minor inconveniences, but I stressed our work-a-rounds would result in a negative guest review or keeping the deposit. ##### George W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fred S. Aug 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Getaway We had a wonderful stay. The location is isolated enough for peace and quiet and the enjoyment of nature, but close enough to Chillicothe for other needs. My daughter and I enjoyed the mountain biking trails that were about 20 minutes away. We also enjoyed a couple fires with smore cooking in the evening. There is a kayak place just up the road. ##### Fred S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeanett B. May 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and serene We had a wonderful stay here. Diana was very accommodating and quick to respond. Beautiful outdoor setting with plenty of small wildlife and birds. House was well stocked with cooking and cleaning products. ##### Jeanett B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin M. Jul 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay in a quiet secluded home. Had an extra long weekend stay with some friends and the house was exactly what we needed. Working with the owner was fast and easy, and she was super helpful. House was set back from the road a bit, but the instructions given by Diana were spot on. Overall very comfy, maybe a bit run down in spots (as others have mentioned stove top and other minor things) but it was in now way detrimental to our comfort, or impacted our stay. It was a tad muggy during our stay and the thermostat is locked at 76, so if you're sensitive to heat that may be something to consider, but it didn't really bother any of us on our stay. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a quiet getaway with lots of wildlife! ##### Kevin M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephanie H. Jun 10, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location The house is quite spacious and the view and privacy are stunning. Diana is extremely responsive. The kitchen had everything you need but stovetop dials are worn and difficult to read. Diana had informed me the day before that mice chewed thru all the dishcloths. There were 2 dish towels available; 1 had mice poop on it. I also found mice poop on the counter and plenty under the sink cabinet. This bothered me and made cooking there not so nice. One mouse trap doesn't seem sufficient(and I speak from experience). The only other difficulty was with laundry. The combination washer/dryer is smaller and it took between 3 to 4 hours to wash and completely dry a load. Also, a laundry basket might be helpful. The house had enough towels and washcloths for our family of 8 but no extras to be found. Combine that with the laundry situation and it was challenging if we needed to wash a towel. I think some of these issues could easily be resolved or might not matter to other guests. Overall, it is a nice house. ##### Stephanie H. Stayed 5 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jennifer b. Apr 26, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Birthday getaway with my husband and one of our favorite couples and their furr babies We had a great stay at the Wren retreat. The place was spacious enough for the four of us and their dogs to not feel cramped. The deck was great, it’s closed in so we were able to have the dogs outside without worry. We all really enjoyed the beautiful wood burning indoor fireplace. They left us plenty of wood I did buy some at Kroger as well just so we could keep the fire going all day on our rainy day. I wish it wouldn’t have rained because the outdoor fire pit we would have used. My husband and I stayed on the main floor the king sized bed it was super comfy and I found the same blanket I have at home in the closet so that was nice to keep cozy with . The shower was nice and hot . The upstairs was great for our friends and their dogs. It’s huge upstairs and I was thankful it looks misleading in the photos but it’s closed off by a door. There is a bathroom upstairs as well. It’s about an hour drive from Hocking Hills but the drive is nice. If you haven’t been in the area Chillicothe is bigger than I expected and only a 15 minute drive. We ended up going to the flea market then hiked Old Mans Cave. Gorgeous scenery. I just wish we had another day to explore . We used their charcoal grill on Sunday and made a shmorgasborg of food , played cards, learned dominos, played with a vintage set of circus old maid cards and the men played cribbage. They have everything you need here. I would recommend bringing Tupperware or zip locks because there wasn’t a ton of things to store leftovers, but I always make too much food . Also if you have dogs or your walking on the property bring tick spray . We found one on our buddy but was able to get him off with no problem. One thing to mention if stink bugs freak you out there were a ton in the house. Just keep the lights off in the areas where you are at and they will do their own thing . It’s to be expected of some sort of critters or bugs in the woods though . Overall I would definitely recommend this place, no neighbors or worries just beautiful trees and peace. Thank you to the owners for having us so I could get away for my 41st birthday since the big 40 was when the whole pandemic started and we couldn’t go anywhere. We had an amazing time! ##### jennifer b. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary M. Nov 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy hideaway This was a nice quiet woodsy spot, perfect for a family gathering place and meal. House was cozy with a nice view of the valley from the deck. I really appreciated being able to find a clean place to stay with my dog, since that is always difficult to do. My family members loved it and my dog loved walking through the woods! The owner was extremely responsive and gave detailed instructions so that we had no problems finding anything. Would come back again. ##### Mary M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen S. Oct 14, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Forest home Peaceful! Totally quiet and relaxing. Amazing deck. We loved the woods and the walks over lightly treaded paths. One of the few VRBO rentals I have experienced with a nicely apppinted kitchen. Thank you! ##### Ellen S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua T. Jun 18, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely home in beautiful location. We truly enjoyed our 2-week stay at Wren Eagle Retreat in early June 2019. It was comfortable and pleasant. The surrounding nature and sound of birds was relaxing. Home is well-kept, stocked and furnished. We think the owner made every effort to make sure our stay was above expectations (and it was.) Would recommend for anyone. ##### Joshua T. Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda R W. Jun 4, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Joyfully Peaceful & Quiet Property entrance was a bit intimidating at first, but once we made it to the house, all was well. The house was so homey and very well stocked. Every need had been anticipated. We stayed 8 days/10 nights and did not run out of anything - except time. I would have loved another week. The house is so quiet - nothing to disturb a peaceful sleep. We spent most of our time on the deck with only the sounds of nature (and a few dogs in the distance). We found the back road to Chillicothe and it only took about 10 minutes to be in the Capital District or on Bridge street for shopping. We spent several days at Hocking Hills Parks - which we loved. The hour drive there was so beautiful. We loved the country. Yoctangee Park in Chillicothe makes for a perfect morning walk. Thank you, Diana, for allowing us this special time in your rental. ##### Amanda R W. Stayed 10 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael U. May 23, 2019 #### Fantastic Retreat to wash away your stress! My family was absolutely thrilled with the scenic views, beautiful home, and the many amenities the owner made available...it made our weekend retreat a lifetime memory. Definitely bookmarked this property as a future destination for many return trips to come!! ##### Michael U. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary H. May 9, 2019 #### Great Stay At Wren Eagle Retreat My wife and I just completed a seven day stay at Wren Eagle Retreat. We had such a great time we were sorry we had to leave. You truly do feel "at home in the forest". We look forward to the possibility of staying there again in the future. ##### Gary H. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura D. Jan 11, 2019 #### Great Location, Owner very accomodating! We had a very nice stay. Great location, outstanding views. Wood burning fireplace is a perfect way to settle in for the evening. Had a few questions throughout our stay, owner was very quick to reply and even went out of her way to offer up various amenities for us. Defiantly would book again! ##### Laura D. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jacqueline S. Nov 19, 2018 #### not as close to hocking hills as expected Overall we had a nice stay but it was a little further than we had anticipated for wanting to spend time hiking. also there were incredibly detailed instructions for everything which was a little off putting. there were no dish brushes or dish soap when we were told to wash the dishes. The TV was also extremely hard to use & the given directions didn’t work. ##### Jacqueline S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### jessica r. Sep 19, 2018 #### Thankful for a nice clean place to lay my head The owner of this property was very kind to my family. We were evacuating from hurricane Florence. She allowed us to rent with very little notice. The place was very clean and in great order. She was meticulous with her instructions and description of the house and area. I would recommend staying here and enjoy the wildlife and awesome porch. ##### jessica r. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew B. Aug 8, 2018 #### Comfy Cozy! A quaint, cute little place that gives the feeling of being in a home. It may be a rented place, but it's got its wear and tear in areas. I actually like that, as it feels like you're moving into a home, not staying in a hotel. Sometimes you see the nooks and crannies and feel that it gives the house some charm as you learn to get to know it. The upstairs bed was super comfy and my wife and I had a cozy time just sleeping in up there. We loved the couch as we played Hyrule Warriors and the kitchen was sublime to cook in! We had several new recipes to try and that kitchen will forever be the birthplace of new foods we'll enjoy from here on out! We had a couple of issues, like the AC going out, but Diana was quick to be responsive and helpful, getting everything sorted out as soon as possible! We also enjoyed the location as it was secluded yet not far from the main shopping centers and going out to eat (Golden Corral for the win!) so all is reasonably distanced and when we were done, we could hide away in the forest, never having to deal with even the sound of traffic. It was wonderful! We were very sad to leave after our two weeks. The only two main downsides were - firstly - the setup of the TV. It was a bit confusing even with instructions, mostly because of the separate speaker that worked when the TV wouldn't and the TV would when the speaker didn't. We didn't really use the TV for programs, though, we just used it to play our Nintendo Switch (Which took an HDMI cable, not the traditional input cables). Secondly, the driveway is rather tight and long and hard to turn around even in a sedan. But that just needs getting used to. By the end of the first week there, I had the hang of it. Great place, would stay again! ##### Andrew B. 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