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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6409 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Big Prairie, OH
  • Mohican River
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Mohican Adventures Campground & Cabins
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Mohican State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Big Prairie

In Big Prairie .Stay at this Big Prairie vacation home and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of French Ridge Vineyards and Mohican River. Ugly Bunny Winery is within 9 miles (15 km) and Mohican State Park is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • French Ridge Vineyards - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Mohican River - 22 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Mohican Adventures Campground & Cabins - 22 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Mohican State Park - 22 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Holmes County Flea Market - 33 min drive - 30.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Buckeye Deli & Grocery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Korner Kitchen Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Glenmont Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kill-Um-Buck Long Rifle - ‬16 min drive

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 Premier Holmes County Getaway!

Welcome to Whitetail Ridge Lodge, a family owned and operated premier lodging. This tranquil retreat is tastefully furnished and beautifully landscaped and is nestled in a scenic woodland farm setting. The home offers more than just your basic cabin, built with Canadian timbers and offering 4400 square feet of luxurious comfort. Enjoy the view from the walkout stone patio or the attached outdoor pavilion with family or friends, or stroll along the woods to catch a glimpse of the deer, turkey, squirrels, or geese that frequent the 72 acre property.

The lodge is fully furnished with many pieces custom made by our local Amish craftsmen. It boasts three king sized beds plus a pullout. The custom made dining room table seats 12 and the new soft leather sectional in the great room offers the comfort to curl up with a favorite book or watch a game on the big screen TV or check your social media with the WIFI.

We can accommodate up to 6 guests. We do have a per person fee after the base rental of two (2) people. Please understand and fill in the correct number of people staying when you book your stay. Vrbo automatically calculates the charges for you when you make the reservation. Please be honest. We know when you have more people stay and you will be charged for the maximum number of guests. We are sorry this must be stated.

Summertime stays invite you to enjoy the outdoor pavilion where you can light a fire in the stone fireplace, while you grill steaks on the charcoal park style grill and soak in the beauty and quiet of this rural location. Winter offers a whisky barrel game table or the warmth of two gas fireplaces where you can kick back and just relax.

Check in is 3:00 p.m. check-out is 10:00 a.m. We have contact free check in to provide you with a safe entry. Thank you for allowing us to share our beautiful home with you for your stay!

Property manager

Kelly Esselburn

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Caution, there are steps without baby gates!

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Both rental homes must be rented AND PREAPPROVED.
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. Note from host: Both rental homes must be rented AND PREAPPROVED. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Whitetail Ridge Lodge - Your Premier Getaway! Big Prairie

Your Premier Holmes County Getaway! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Environment for Family Gathering
The lodge is a two-level building on a quiet, secluded, wooded area about 15 miles from Millersburg, OH in the heart of Holmes County. It was perfect for our two daughters and their husbands and the two of us. Three bedrooms all with king-sized beds and their own bathrooms and two large sitting areas, an island kitchen and large dining room that seated 10+ people. The lodge is close to a township road and is surrounded by acres of open fields and large wooded areas on three sides. A very private home with no close neighbors. There is an adjacent detached barn where someone was staying for the weekend, but we didn't see or hear them. The only reason we knew they were there was because the host told us and we saw their car parked outside the entrance on the opposite side of the barn. Had I needed more space, the barn and lodge could have been mine to rent, but the lodge was so roomy and private, it was perfect for our needs. The lodge was easy to get to and is about 25-35 miles from the Amish shopping areas in Berlin and Walnut Creek. Except for breakfast, we didn't eat at the lodge but the appliances were adequate for cooking. We did shop for some expendable supplies (plastic wrap, aluminum foil and containers for leftover food from unfinished dining out meals) but the essentials were provided for. All things considered, this was one of our favorite rentals and we are discussing a return trip next year. Highly recommended for adults and older kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful and clean home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Stay
Beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!!!
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful lodge in Holmes County! It had everything we needed to feel at home. We had an easy drive to Loudonville to enjoy hiking and a day at Mohican and then back to make dinner and enjoy a quiet evening and fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home and property and host
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay with friends
My wife and I grew up in this area and we decided to take some friends with us for the weekend to visit our old stomping grounds. This was a group of married couples with no kids. The location was great in our opinion, because we knew what was and was not around the house already. If you want big city excitement, this place isn’t for you. If you want something other than a Wal-Mart open on Sunday, this still isn’t for you. This is located in a rural area… which we loved. The house itself is very nice. The kitchen is huge. There are almost too many cabinets and we found ourselves opening and closing them a lot to try to find things. The rest of the house was also quite spacious and comfortable. Our friends were slightly taken aback by the rule book in the house. This is a nice place. We’ve stayed in many VRBO’s and this was one of the nicest ever. That said, the rule book left us feeling like we might make an unforgivable mistake and be charged for it. We are the people who try to leave a place better than we found it, but we were a little uneasy on our way out about whether we would see an extra charge after the fact. Happily, everything went smoothly and the host was very kind. Perhaps the rule book just needs a little tweaking in the presentation. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for a sister's weekend
Amazing property. Very private, tranquil, and offers an array of unmuffled sounds of nature. The home and furnishings showcase the Amish construction and craftmanship. Prompt communications with Kelly, the property owner. All instructions about our stay were provided on the website and at the house. It was perfect. We plan to visit again in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
Thank you for allowing us to share your property on our very special anniversary. The location was perfect and exactly what we were looking for and needed. A great place to disconnect from everything except each other. We will definitely be back and will refer many others to this property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate E., Monroe WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Making memories
The property was as stated, clean, secluded. We brought our daughter and her grandparents, and we were able to travel around during the day, return to the house make family dinner and play games. We left with wonderful memories.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff Retreat
We hosted our annual staff retreat. We enjoyed the peace and quiet during out stay. The property provided everything we needed. Tom and Kelly were gracious hosts. We have no reservations about recommending the Whitetail Ridge Lodge.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith J., Columbus OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend stay
Such a clean and comfortable place. Our daughter got married at Mohican Tree House resort and this was conveniently located. Iwe stayed here with friends and it was a wonderful place to come to at the end of the day and relax. We enjoyed watching deer at the pond. The owner was so very helpful in communication, directions and suggestions!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merrill G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful retreat in the woods
Our family came together at this lovely retreat to view the total solar eclipse. We absolutely loved the house and property. It was perfect for gathering together while having plenty of space for everyone to have get away if they wished. We loved watching the sun set together on the outside covered dining area. We cooked several meals for our large group and the kitchen was well appointed. Everyone thought their beds were comfortable. We will definitely return to enjoy the property and explore the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whitetail lodge
Great time, beautiful home, wonderful host
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home and Location
We enjoyed this peaceful retreat. House was beautiful with lots of amenities. Grounds were wonderful. Host was gracious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day Getaway
Wife and I joined four of our best friends for some time together and I think we all had a great time. The venue was great, the food and drink superb and the friendship so completely outstanding. We must make this an annual event.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rural Delight
I can't say enough good things about this property. It's a beautiful house in a very quiet location that was perfect for our stay in Holmes County. This was just the place to spread out and relax after a day off driving through Amish Country. The rooms are well appointed, beds comfortable, and the living room area very spacious. The kitchen was great for fixing breakfast, and the huge dining table was excellent for a meal and for family UNO games. :) We loved our stay at White Tail Lodge and encourage anyone visiting the area to stay here. Thanks so much to the owners for making this amazing property available to visitors. We would definitely stay here again when we come back this way.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property
Our family really enjoyed our stay at this Amazing Property! Beautiful huge home with a large quite property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in a beautiful setting.
Our host, Kelly, was wonderful. She reached out and checked on us numerous times. And she responded immediately when we had a question. The house was just as advertised! And it is in a beautiful location. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
What an amazing property. Quiet place to stay away from the hustle and bustle. Easy to navigate and everything was amazing. Hosts were easy to work with and everything we needed was there for us. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faye H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent R&R
I needed a break and it was seamlessly relaxing. We sat on the porch, enjoyed the breeze and no electronic devices. It was so relaxing and needed. We will likely visit again. This was one of the best weekend getaways, taken not to far from home, but just special enough to feel like you’re a million miles away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G., Boardman, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Miller Sisters’ Weekend
This property was perfect for our annual Miller Sisters’ weekend getaway. Very clean, extremely well equipped, plenty of towels and linens, and great communication with the owner. This home is obviously well loved, it is custom built and beautifully maintained. All the beds and seating areas are comfortable and perfect for catching up with family. The 3 full and well stocked bathrooms are a must for us, as we are 6 adult women who need a lot of hot water. The owner worked with us when we were in a pinch: Our original rental fell through because the owner sold the property and cancelled our reservation! So we had limited time to rebook a new place for a holiday weekend. But after staying here, we were so glad that our original rental cancelled! We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this home to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
We enjoyed the house and location. We were looking for a place where 3 older couples could get away together for a celebration. The house and amenities were all more than adequate and the location was beautifu.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend
Wonderful property
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness
BLISSFUL!
Kelly and Tom are The Best hosts! We stayed in their wonderful lodge for 4 days in between Christmas and New Year’s. Saw deer on the property every day. Absolutely loved the great room and incredible kitchen. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Retreat
Whitetail Ridge Lodge is one of the cleanest and most peaceful places we have stayed. I definitely felt that the owners wanted you to feel at home with many added touches. Everything provided was very nice quality from the paper products to the kitchen components- not cheap and minimal. We had more than we needed. And the backyard was stunning! We enjoyed the wildlife and beautiful fall colors! The owners are very responsive and friendly. We are looking forward to our next visit!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022