You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Golden Moose Cottage with hot tub
Whatever you're looking for you can find at Golden Moose Cottage. Come enjoy our peaceful country cottage in a wooded setting. Enjoy the beautiful view from the hot tub on a cool night, or sit under the stars with a glass of wine. Enjoy some family time with games and puzzles for all, or a private getaway for you and your special someone cuddling in front of the fire. Your getaway is waiting, start making memories at the Golden Moose.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Wayne National Forest Athens Unit. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cottage.
Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, fireplace and patio
Free WiFi
Steps from Wayne National Forest Athens Unit and 10 minutes by car from Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area
Golden Moose Cottage with hot tub offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Nelsonville cottage is smoke free.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Work spaces
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,204 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Please register all guests
Please take extra care of your keys. Lost keys incur a replacement fee.
Please do your dishes before you leave.
Please take the trash out before you leave.
No illegal substances allowed on the premises.
Please take care of the furnishings. You have to pay for damages.
Please do not go in the basement. It is not available for guest use.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property Nelsonville
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Nelsonville
Golden Moose Cottage with hot tub Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 131 reviews
10 - Excellent
107
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 131 reviews
8 - Good
14
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 131 reviews
6 - Okay
5
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 131 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 131 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Jo E.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Nice large kitchen, great back yard and outdoor spaces. The front porch has a great swing and chairs. Good place for morning coffee. Beds are comfortable and living room sectional provided lots of seating. We loved the pool table, and card table. Highly recommend to anyone. It's a great place
Jo E.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Katherine H.
6 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The location was a little but of a drive to trails, etc., but overall beautiful location. It worked well for our family.
Katherine H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Penny R.
13 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall it was a wonderful stay. The hot tub was pretty cloudy, and the coffee pot was broken. They did however drop us off a new coffee pot the same day. Other than that we had no complaints.
Penny R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wendy W.
11 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed are stay. The cottage was clean and comfortable. Everything we needed was there
Wendy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
2/10 Terrible
Kimberly P.
11 Jul 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Started right off when we arrived, the grass was tall. There was pet hair on the couch and beds. We had to go get new sheets and pillow cases at walmart to sleep on. We had to wipe down the couch. The coffee pot glass was broke on the bottom. The shower head needs replaced, sprays everywhere. We stayed Monday-Friday. They finally mowed the grass on Wednesday and we got to use the firepit Wednesday and Thursday night. This is by far the worst place we've stayed.
Kimberly P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
6 Jul 2025
Away from the busyness of Logan
This was perfect area. The pictures need to be updated but just as a change of furniture and hot tub area. There are short ceilings throughout the house so if you are taller than 6’2” this may not be the place for you.It is a perfect place that has options for rainy days like pool, games, etc which is a huge plus
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
2/10 Terrible
Bonnie H.
3 Jul 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
family get together
Horrible we booked 2 nights only stayed 1The Hot Tub was not clean. The chairs outside in bad shape very dirty. Had ants in kitchen. Floors were not level. The rest of the place was clean but, Very run down looking. we were not satisfied with our stay.
Bonnie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Don F.
30 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Don F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan K.
25 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Hocking hills trip
The owner was so nice, she was very accommodating to us!:) anything we needed, she was right there:) Its about a 30min drive to trails, which in my opinion, i didnt mind. Overall we had a great little visit!:)
Megan K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Mary T.
4 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Mary T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
4/10 Poor
Laura W.
29 May 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Don’t book
This place is janky af. Floor is crooked, ceilings are so low my husband couldn’t stand straight. Skip this one!
Laura W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Regina R.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Great place for a relaxing, family vacation
Regina R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
2 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet location. Perfect for families.
Great hot tub, spacious backyard, good amenities, overall great location. Dual use Pool/Dinner Table was exceptional.
Michael P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Tammy B.
28 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean but...
My husband, brother, mom, and I stayed for three nights. I wish I could give the review that other people have given, but unfortunately our stay was just average. At 3:45 on check-in day I received a text message saying there is an issue with the hot tub but will be there to see what the issue is. They showed up at 7:10 and left a few minutes 8. They got it to work but not all of the jets. I realized there were only 6 towels for four people for three days. I sent an email and received a response that they would bring them Monday morning, but they finally arrived at almost 7pm Monday night. If you plan on cooking please be aware that the skillets are very scratched. On a positive the house was clean, the beds were very comfortable, and the check-out process was easy.
Tammy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
2/10 Terrible
Becky S.
28 Apr 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
DO NOT RESERVE THIS HOME
If i could rate it -5 stars i would. Do not stay at this home, mouse poop, black mold, awful smell. The house should be condemned and tore down. We left and did not stay. They did reimburse our money but no one should stay there for safety reasons. VRBO should ban this property.
Becky S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amber W.
20 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful
Property was beautiful and clean! Property management was easily accessible and timely! Our stay was amazing! Hot tub was my kids favorite, we had fun playing pool, and a couple nights having a fire making smores! Thank you for a wonderful vacation! We look forward to another stay in the future!
Amber W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa A.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
This cottage is our in the woods as expected. Had all the amenities i would want, plus extra. My very favorite though, was, at the end of the day of hiking we played hockinghillsopoly!
Melissa A.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Darlene L.
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We had a great time, Hocking hills is amazing. House was clean, hot tub was wonderful. Would definitely stay again
Darlene L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Zander T.
16 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway for Hocking hills
Great place overall
Zander T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa M.
8 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin
We had a nice time at the cabin. It was very clean! Thank you for a nice getaway!
Melissa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Keith R.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Location was great. Close to hocking hills and Athens. Property was as advertised in photos and clean.
Keith R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ronda K.
31 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Quaint cottage with a nice location was easy to get to and from town. We have had a very stressful time the past 6 months abd found exactly what we needed here. The hottub
Ronda K.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah H., Springfield, Ohio
15 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
This property is awesome. We had a great time and everything we needed was right there! Will definitely bookmark this place and visit again. The owners were very quick to respond, beds were comfortable. It was perfect!
Sarah H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cody B.
9 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
2024
Perfect property
And great host that will respond for any question or anything you may need
Cody B.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Reegan M.
29 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our little family
This Little cottage had everything we needed to. Have a good weekend. There are tons of board games and cards, a pool table which my son loved, lots of places to play video games or watch TV, and the hot tub and fire pit area are so nice. The kitchen is well equipped to make dinners.