Staying in an authentic Amish-built cabin is something that brings about a certain kind of peace that can’t be found anywhere else, and this lovely retreat on a 300-acre family farm in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, is full of that kind of peace. Right from when the long gravel lane is there to show you the cabin’s classic lines and its warm-wood exterior, the world seems to slow down and take in more air.
The cabin itself stands as a perfect example of the very best of the past, present, and future in one. The beams were hand-hewn, the dovetail corners, and everywhere you go you meet the mild smell of aged pine. The outside of the house is very much in keeping with nature, making it look like an extension of the beautiful rolling landscape of the pastures, the hardwood forest, and the two lakes which are sparkling. The wide front porch with its simple railing is there to get the work done by the rocking chairs and the silence of the chatting, while the back deck, which happens to have a grill and dining space, is looking at the yards that are going to be there as far as the eyes can go.
The cabin inside is a mixture of the very best and most genuine of rustic traditions on one side of the scales and on the other side, dreamy comfort. A wood-burning stove around which an open-area living room is centered is going to be a source of perfect nights where the firelight flickers on the logs that were hand-crafted and make up the walls of the room. The space is lit by the high roofs and large windows, and this light brings to view the wide-plank floors and the beams, which have been left exposed, and are up there in the ceiling. Here one will find a kitchen that is complete, ready for real cooking, and it has the full-size appliances, counter spaces galore, and a dining table that can be comfortably occupied by the whole group.
There are three bedrooms to choose from when one needs to get away from it all and rest. The bedroom located on the main-floor with a plush queen bed provides easy access, and the other two bedrooms are found upstairs—one with a full bed and the other one is flexible and can be used for children or guests, and there one will find a cozy sleeping space beneath the sloped ceiling. A loft area is there for more space, be it for air mattresses or just if one wants to recline with a book.
Two full bathrooms are there to make sure morning routines go on without a hitch, and they are each finished with simple, durable materials that are in harmony with the cabin’s roots.
This cabin is really a gem if one speaks about the outdoor living. There are two private lakes where one can go swimming, fishing, and boating, and these are just a few steps away from the door. A beach which is full of sand is there to invite barefoot afternoons, and the hiking trails that go through the property’s diverse landscape—pastures, forests, and gentle hills which reward every walk with new views.
There are fire pits scattered about the acreage that happen to be the natural gathering spots in which one can have a s’mores snack and gaze at the stars, and at the same time, picnic shelters and games like volleyball and basketball are there to keep everyone entertained.
The 300 acres are as if they were your own private park. Mist in the morning can be seen rising from the lakes while deer can be seen grazing in the fields which are quite a distance away. The sun in the afternoon is the one that is there to warm the deck while children are there in the wildflower meadows chasing butterflies. It is the crickets’ sound that ushers the evening and it is the firelight’s glow that reflects off the water. The cabin is there at the perfect spot—elevated just enough so as to provide a breathtaking view yet the mature trees that are there protect the cabin and create a feeling of complete seclusion.
Location is what makes the last layer of the magic. You are in Ohio’s Amish country which is still lovely, but then also very close is the charming towns from where one can get what he/she needs or go dining if he/she so desires. The cabin’s tranquillity makes it the right place for family reunions, couples seeking romance, or just anyone who is longing for that kind of quiet which rejuvenates the soul.
The beautiful Amish cabin on 300 private acres is open for rental and one can make a booking directly on VRBO for availability, pricing, and more details:
VRBO – Amish Cabin on 300-Acre Farm
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Guests | Up to 7 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Baths | 2 full |
| Lot | 300 private acres with 2 lakes |
| Amenities | Fire pits, hiking trails, swimming, fishing |
| Style | Authentic Amish-built cabin |
Source: VRBO – Amish Cabin on 300-Acre Farm, Tuscarawas County, OH