1846 Farmhouse Retreat | Near Hocking Hills

Entire home in Lancaster, Ohio

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Coleman
  1. Superhost
  2. 6 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 10% of homes

This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the keypad.

Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
Wake up to a view of a 19th-century gristmill right outside your window — then walk across the street to explore it. The Rock Mill Farmhouse is a thoughtfully renovated 1846 home that was once the dwelling of the mill's keeper, and it still carries that history in every room: exposed original siding and beams, a winding staircase, an original A-frame ceiling in the upstairs bedroom, and a few charmingly low doorways that keep tall guests humble.

The space
Perfectly positioned between vibrant downtown Columbus and the caves and waterfalls of Hocking Hills State Park (each a 35-minute drive), the farmhouse makes an ideal base for weekend adventurers — or a peaceful escape all on its own.

Step through the original farmhouse entrance into a spacious mudroom, and the entry table has everything you need to get settled. From there, make your way into a bright and fully appointed eat-in kitchen with open shelving, granite countertops, modern appliances, and a French press ready to go. A laundry room is just off the kitchen.

The dining room doubles as a mini museum of the home's history, with exposed siding and original beams on full display. Head upstairs past a sun-filled reading nook and a cozy under-the-stairs workspace. Speedy wifi (448 mbps) makes this idyllic for remote work.

The living room is where the magic happens: settle into the couch for a picture-perfect view of the old mill and covered bridge right through the window.

Continuing up the winding staircase, you'll find a bold queen bedroom with panoramic windows that frame a wooded sunrise every morning, plus a second bedroom with twin beds and the home's original A-frame — a favorite with guests.

Why Guests Love It
🔐 Fully private access to the entire home, including self-check-in via keypad
🧑‍💻 Dedicated workspace and fast, reliable wifi – perfect for working remotely
🏞️ Walk across the street to the historic Rock Mill open for tours of the restored structure and 26-foot water wheel (May through October; Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays)
🍺 Short drive to local restaurants, grocery stores, hiking trails, and several breweries – notably Rockmill Brewery, set on a 19th-century horse farm known for Belgian-inspired farmhouse ales, scenic outdoor seating, and a dog-friendly patio with fireplace.

Guest access
There is a cottage on the property that is another Airbnb listing. Guests can reserve both if they’d like. Otherwise, the driveway and general property is shared between the two.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Park view
Kitchen
Fast wifi – 448 Mbps
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises – 2 spaces

Accessibility features

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Rated 4.96 out of 5 from 117 reviews.

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This home is in the top 10% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 96% of reviews
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  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Lancaster, Ohio, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Across the street from Rock Mill Park and down the road from Rockmill Brewery, set on Lithopolis Road.

Please note: Lithopolis Road is a busy street. For your safety, we've made our driveway a one-way, so you enter on Lithopolis and exist on Lamb Road. This way, you don't encounter fast oncoming traffic when trying to exit the driveway.

Meet your host

Superhost
347 reviews
4.96 out of 5 average rating
6 years of hosting
My work: Travel & Hospitality
Born and raised in Ohio. Summers spent in Bellport.

Coleman is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-hosts

  • Melissa
  • Andrea

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Potential for noise