Austen is a dog-friendly cabin for families and friend groups in Hocking Hills, Ohio. It sleeps 6 with two king beds and a twin-over-full bunk room, plus a hot tub under the covered lower deck, a wood-burning fire pit, and a propane grill. It sits on Notestone Reserve, our family-owned 14-acre property in Laurelville, about 7 minutes from Rock House and 20 minutes from Old Man's Cave.



Quick Facts



• Sleeps 6: loft king, main floor twin-over-full bunk room, lower level king

• 2 full bathrooms with showers, one on each level

• Hot tub under the covered lower deck, fire pit with firewood provided, propane grill

• Full kitchen with island seating for 6

• Lower level living area with 65" Smart TV, arcade machine, and game table

• Up to 2 dogs welcome

• Starlink WiFi

• Shared game room on the property

• Self check-in with keypad

• No smoking, primary renter 21+



The main floor is open, so whoever's cooking is still part of the conversation. Kids usually claim the woodland bunk room the minute they walk in. The lower level gives everyone somewhere else to be when they need it, and the covered deck is where most evenings end up.



Named for Jane Austen, who knew the best stories happen when the right people end up in the same room. It's one of four cabins at Notestone Reserve.



Check-in and Check-out



Check-in 4:00 PM. Check-out 11:00 AM.

Early check-in and late checkout depend on our schedule. Fees plus tax:

• Late checkout to 2:00 PM: $75

• Early check-in at 2:00 PM: $50

• Early check-in at noon: $75

Send us a message and we'll tell you what's open.



Sleeping (Sleeps 6)



• Loft: king bed, up a spiral staircase

• Main floor: woodland-themed twin-over-full bunk room

• Lower level: king bedroom

• Pack 'n play available on request. Bring your own sheets for it.



Outside



• Covered deck off the main floor with seating

• Wood-burning fire pit with firewood ready when you arrive

• Hot tub under the covered lower deck, so it works in rain or sun

• Propane grill with tools



Main Floor



Open kitchen, living, and dining. Full kitchen with everything you need to cook a real meal, island seating for 6, and a Bluetooth speaker.



• No dishwasher or garbage disposal, worth knowing for longer stays

• Basic pantry items to get you started

• Starter supplies: paper towels, a sponge, and trash liners. Pack a little extra for longer stays.



Bathrooms



Two full bathrooms with showers, one on the main floor and one on the lower level. Each is stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, and lotion, plus two rolls of toilet paper to start. Pack extra for longer stays.



Lower Level



• King bedroom

• Living area with 65" Smart TV and streaming

• Arcade machine

• Game table



Dogs Welcome



Up to 2 dogs per stay. One crate is provided. Dogs stay leashed on the property and off the furniture. The pet fee is $100 per stay.



Shared Game Room (open to all Notestone guests, a short walk across the property)



• 85" Smart TV

• Pool table and foosball

• Basketball arcade, classic arcade machines, and a racing game

• Legos, card games, board games, and indoor cornhole

• Outdoor playground



Hocking Hills Drive Times



• Rock House: 3.3 miles, 7 min

• Cantwell Cliffs: about 8 miles, 15 min

• Conkle's Hollow: 8.8 miles, 15 min

• Old Man's Cave: 11 miles, 20 min

• Ash Cave: 16 miles, 28 min



Cell signal on the back-country roads can be spotty, so download directions before you leave home.



Austen has a steeper approach than the other cabins. Most vehicles handle it fine under normal conditions, but in winter, when ice and snow are a factor, we strongly recommend 4WD or AWD.



About the WiFi



We run Starlink. It handles streaming, music, and browsing well. Video calls can drop now and then, especially on overcast days. Remote work is doable with the occasional hiccup. We'd rather tell you now than have you find out mid-Zoom.



The Setting



We're in the woods and keep up with regular pest control. A ladybug or a curious spider is just Hocking Hills being Hocking Hills.



House Rules



• No parties or events, including bachelor/bachelorette groups. And no glitter. It genuinely never goes away.

• Registered guests only on the property

• No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property, indoors or out

• No fireworks, ATVs, hunting, or weapons on the property

• No commercial photography or video without written approval

• Hot tub: striped towels only, keep the cover on between soaks, and please don't set the temperature below 100 degrees. It takes several hours to recover.

• Septic system: flush toilet paper only, no garbage disposal at the sink



All guests sign a short renter's agreement after booking. We'll send it over. It's quick, painless, and helps us take good care of you and everyone else on the property.