Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Athens

The property and house were absolutely gorgeous. Even with the rain we had a fabulous time and still used the hot tub. Was the perfect size for the 3 of us. Kitchen had everything we needed and the coffee bar was well stocked! Perfect location for OU’s mom’s weekend with my girls.

We had a wonderful stay and have nothing but good things to say. The drive to Hocking Hills State Park was an easy 20 minutes. There is a Walmart not too far away for forgotten items. The house itself was great. The kids loved sharing a bunk room with cousins and the hot tub. It had everythinf we needed. Jacob was very responsive and helpful. Hocking Hills is a beautiful area and if we make it back, we would totally stay here again.

We stayed here while visiting our son at Ohio U. The beds were so comfortable & the showers were great! Would definitely stay here again

My boyfriend and I reserved the beautiful house for a couple days and it was perfect. It was exactly what we were looking for. House was as described, clean and spacious. I loved the kitchen as it was clean and updated with new appliances. The roads around it were not what I was expecting but there are some alternate routes to get to the home. Eric was amazing when responding. Will be coming back!

Brookside cottage was a magical experience in terms of its location. The creek the water running the woods. It’s just spectacular. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was clean. You had everything that you needed. Location was quite peaceful. It was everything that we wanted. I spent a mom’s weekend there with my daughter from Ohio University, and we also enjoyed the hot tub despite the rain.

Stayed here two years in a row for OU mom’s weekend! Perfect space for kids to hang in basement, while moms can sleep in bedrooms. Outdoor space looks so inviting, but it’s been too cold for us to enjoy it. If you’re looking for a place to host your daughter & her friends- this is it!! It’s not on campus, but that’s also what our girls wanted- to get away! Just a short drive to campus (15 min) though if needed!

Very nice little house perfectly as described. Nice big bathroom and kitchen. Adorable outdoor space, unfortunately it was raining all weekend so I didn't get to use it but it's very inviting and well stocked. The house is full of amenities. The bedside fan is a HUGE PLUS! Would absolutely stay here again.

We stayed at the Gingerbread Haus with 6 adults and 2 kids. we had plenty of space to hang out, eat, and sleep. Everything was clean and we loved the location.

Stayed a couple of days while visiting my 20-something son. We were within a couple of blocks of places he wanted to take us. It was cozy, cute and clean. Appreciated not having to kennel my small dog and there were cleaning supplies there in case there was an accident. Plenty of places to hang wet towels, which is often overlooked by hosts. Thrilled to find a great go-to place next time I'm in town!

I was in town for a concert and some hiking & this place was perfect! Short drive into town, peaceful location, and a clean simple apartment. The hosts were helpful and available.

This is a great and clean place to stay. It was perfect for the 2 of us and was so relaxing. It had everything we needed but wasn’t overwhelming, just perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed the scenery on the way there and while being there. Deni has a very informative binder that I recommend reading for the local area and the place you are staying. It was very helpful. Deni and her family were fantastic, helpful and so welcoming. If we had any questions they were willing to help and provide any information we needed.

Michele's place was perfect for us. We were visiting for a swim meet and the location was minutes from the OU facility. There was plenty of room for myself and 2 sons. If we come back to Athens, we will definitely look to see if this place is available.

Melissa and Steve were excellent hosts. The place was very clean and comfortable and was like stepping back in time to my childhood home. I had one small issue out of their control and they responded immediately with a fix. I look forward to staying again when I'm back in town.

Great location for a weekend in Athens to visit my son. Very clean and comfortable. Jamie was very responsive to all questions.

I would highly recommend this to anyone! This place was phenomenal and quiet and peaceful. Christine and Matt went beyond what anyone would expect. A lot of extra’s that you would not expect, like smores for the fire out back, snacks and drinks, a cheesecake, tooth paste, body wash, shampoo and conditioner. Extremely clean, extra blankets, pillows, robes, many towels, this place is extra clean, quiet. There is a hot tub, and a fire pit for the relaxing evenings. We will return without hesitation. Thank you Matt and Christine you two are the best, and very appreciated more than you know. Thank you again.

Perfect peaceful getaway—ideal for families! We had the most wonderful stay at this private, cozy retreat. The location is perfect—quiet and peaceful, making it feel just like home. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed, and the bathroom extras were a thoughtful touch. the hot tub was perfect after a long day hiking. We didn't bring our kids this time, but there were plenty of toys for the kids and an amazing selection of board games for the whole family. It really felt like a place we could stay for weeks and never get bored. (We are for sure an outdoor family, but the tv had cable which was great!!) Plus, it's just a short drive to Hocking Hills State Park and other great hiking spots. The porch swing was the ideal spot to enjoy a morning coffee with the beautiful surroundings. Download the directions before you drive out! We hope to one day return with our family when our kids are a little older.

Great place to stay if visiting campus. Short drive or pretty 40 minute walk. Very cool rustic feel. Easy parking and great host communication!

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Had a fabulous stay at the town house! Plenty of room and amenities for our stay…lots of little extras…dish/hand soaps, coffee service, toiletries, laundry detergent. Appreciated the garage parking as well! Bit of a walk to campus for us, so we chose to Uber. Would love to stay here again!

This was the second time that we stayed at this location because it is perfect for access to Court Street amenities and off-campus student housing. Ashley is very responsive and accommodating. I hope another set of moms stays here next year and has a blast like we did!

I’m a former student at OU and I really enjoyed this Air BNB. It was very clean and cozy. Very close to the highway and uptown court street. Angie was very accommodating as my flight landed early and I asked to check in early. I will definitely be staying there again if the future!

Great Place and Location if you need to be in Athens!

I cannot that Mitch enough for his accommodations for our last minute stay in Athens on Easter Weekend. He was extremely flexible and enabled us to celebrate the Easter holiday with our OU student. The place is very nice and roomy and love the 2.5 bathrooms. We had a beautiful day so we enjoyed some time on the back deck also. Will look for this place next time we are in Athens for sure.

The room was spacious and beautifully decorated, with all the amenities I could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The loft was quit and had a restaurant located on sight. I would definitely recommend and will stay again soon.