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Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly, and away from college shenanigans

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Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Oxford, OH
  • Miami University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Yager Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hueston Woods State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Oxford

With a stay at this cottage, you'll be centrally located in Oxford, within a 5-minute drive of Miami University and Hueston Woods State Park. .This golf cottage is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Black Covered Bridge and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Yager Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Miami University - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Black Covered Bridge - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Yager Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Hueston Woods State Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Millett Hall - 6 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton, OH (HAO-Butler County Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brick Street - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 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.

Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly, and away from college shenanigans

Come stay at the historic Brown farm (circa 1818). The cottage is the farm’s original ice house, but is far from chilly. The cottage has been completely renovated, while saving a few historic details. We recently went solar and have an auto generator, so you can feel good about environmental impact, while never being disturbed by a power outage.

The cottage is best described as a studio apartment. It has a full kitchen, bedroom/living space and full bath (shower only). The bedroom/living space has a queen (medium soft) bed. The cottage is optimal for 2 guests; however, an inflatable twin mattress is available for one additional guest.

Guests have access to a heated pool (May15- October 1) and hot tub (year round).

Come enjoy our 14 acre property including our native prairie restoration project. Our stocked pond and paddle boat are there for you to enjoy along with a pond-side fire pit.

We are pet friendly ($20.00 fee), but do not have fencing to contain your furry friends. There are two dog parks close by and our entire property is available for leash walking.

We are less than 2 miles from uptown Oxford and Miami U, and 3 miles from Hueston Woods State Park which offers mountain biking trails, road riding, Acton Lake, hiking trails, horseback riding (summer only) a dog park and great birding. The Hueston Woods Lodge has a nice restaurant that rarely has a long wait.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Kathleen Nickel, Tom Cooke

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Please text the host upon checkout, we can begin to prepare for next guests.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Close to Oxford and Miami U. Pet friendly, and away from college shenanigans Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 178 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Weekend in Oxford!

Our family had an incredible weekend in Oxford! This place truly exceeded our expectations! We really enjoyed all of the amazing amenities, especially having access to both a pool and a hot tub. The grounds were stunning and really offered a serene and beautiful environment. Highly recommend for a nice, relaxing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous stay

The cottage is very clean and cute. The property is gorgeous. The pool was the perfect temperature and very clean. It was too hot to use the hot tub. There is a beautiful pond and the area was perfect for an early morning walk. Highly recommend this listing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick trip for a girl and her pup

The hosts were very friendly and thoughtful. The property and cottage were very clean and well maintained. The trails were freshly mowed and easy to walk. A storm came through the 2nd evening and we lost power but only for a minute. They are also solar so the generator kicked on automatically and was actually very quiet. The pool was extremely clean and very relaxing. Would highly recommend for a couple get away especially if you have pets since they are pet friendly. It’s located in the country but close enough to town that restaurants deliver!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Nice home, enjoyed the pool! Owners are very nice and also responsive when needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

D B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice get-away

The cottage was exactly as described. My wife and our two dogs loved the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Pool and hot tub were great, cottage was clean and fully stocked
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance B.

Liked: Cleanliness

My own little apartment

Very handy. Park at the door, windows that open all around, pool and hot tub, and owners available if needed. Best choice in Oxford.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

I was really surprised by this little hidden gem. It was so convenient to Miami University and I will definitely book it again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend stay

This is our favorite place to stay when visiting our daughter who is graduating from Miami University.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELLY B.

Liked: Cleanliness

College visit

We have stayed before and love it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

The IceHouse

Lovely cozy quiet clean home. Highly recommend for anyone visiting at Miami of Ohio.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely space

I thoroughly enjoyed my time. The house and hot tub were lovely. And proximity to town and the state park were perfect! Would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Most Adorable!

This is one of the most adorable VRBO I have ever rented. I'm actually sad that it is booked for the rest of my dates. The communication with the host was great. The property was super clean and neat. It was the perfect distance from Miami U. We can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing little gem

Favorite place to stay in Oxford!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and host

The house was amazing. The host was awesome and very accommodating. Had a great time fishing in the lake, everything was perfect. Highly recommended. Our travel plans got changed and they worked with us on the issue. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming cottage full of amenities

This is a lovely place just outside of town on a beautiful peaceful farm. Kathleen was very responsive and easy to communicate with. The cottage is very sweet and comfortable with nice touches like snacks and kitchen basics.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Having access to a kitchen while visiting my daughter at college was awesome. The place was very clean and quiet. It was so close to the campus (about 1 mile) but felt like you were totally out in the country and away from the busy campus/uptown area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A., Massillon, oh

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend this property

This is such a cute property! Better than the pictures. So clean, comfortable, and cozy. It's more spacious than I anticipated and is very well appointed. Overall, it was great place to stay while in town to visit our kids at Miami!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for two!

The cottage was cute and clean with attentive hosts. We would definately stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Property was a great location near Miami University. Property had all amenities I needed. Will definitely stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Neat place with wonderful hosts

My daughter and our black lab had the best time at this hidden gem of a property. So much room for our dog to enjoy the snow and the hosts were top notch! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

KELLY B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Swim meet at Miami University

4th stay and great as per usual!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute spot!

We really enjoyed our stay. The listing is very accurate, and the host and hostess are friendly and helpful! The hot tub was a big perk for us, and was located in a semi-secluded area, which was ideal. Overall a great time and we will look to stay here next time we are in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice!!!

Property was very clean and super cute! Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024