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Private & Secluded in Hoosier National Forest

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Freetown, Indiana
  • Brown County State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Brown County Music Center
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Lake Monroe
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Columbus, IN (CLU-Columbus Municipal)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private & Secluded in Hoosier National Forest

Hoosier National Hideaway is nestled in a secluded setting surrounded by the thousands of acres of Hoosier National Forest. This property offers a multitude of outdoor experiences as well as the opportunity to unplug and enjoy solitude and relaxation, all while totally immersed in nature! Relax in the hot tub while overlooking the forest or warm up next to the firepit.

Hoosier National Hideaway will be a memorable retreat for couples, friends or hunters looking for a woodland getaway. Outdoor activities abound right out the back door or within only a few minutes drive! Blaze your own trail through Hoosier National Forest or ride the many miles of asphalt and gravel within the forest. Take a hike or mountain bike through the miles of trails located in the Brown County State Park with some of the best mountain biking trails in the state. Charles Deam Wilderness also offers many hiking trails and sites. Jackson County is one of southern Indiana's most scenic counties. with views of farmland, meadows and rolling hills with beautiful wooded backdrops. Visit Chateau de Pique Winery, Medora Covered Bridge, Starve Hollow, and other picturesque locations along the way!

Sundance Lake is a short 4 minute drive from the cabin and offers the most magnificent view of the 5-acre lake surrounded by hardwood and pine trees. It is one of the most scenic spots in the forest! Specifically built for fishing, it is stocked with bluegill, red ear, bass, and channel catfish. Kayaks, canoes, and small motorized boats are permitted on the lake. There are 2 large piers/decks overlooking the lake where one can just enjoy the view. Whether fishing, hiking, or simply relaxing on the pier with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, Sundance Lake offers something for everyone!

Hoosier National Forest has an abundance of turkey, white-tail deer, squirrels, and seasonal mushrooms. This property is completely engulfed by the forest, creating a hunter’s paradise! Travel the woods all day and then return to the comfort of this convenient cabin to relax!

You won’t have to worry about getting “cabin fever”! Despite its remote location, the cabin is only minutes from some of Brown County’s best hot spots. Only 10 minutes away is the lovely and scenic Salt Creek Winery, overlooking miles of rolling hills! How about dinner out? The historic Story Inn is a mere 15 minute drive and offers dining, a bar, and live music.

Planning to visit the shops in Nashville? The drive there is one of the most serene and scenic drives in southern Brown County!

The most dreaded phrase while on vacation: “Oh no, I forgot something!” Well, don’t be too discouraged! Just 10 minutes away, in a little place called Freetown, is a Dollar General Store! Well stocked (including a great produce section), this little store will have whatever you need!

This property offers 1 queen size bed and 1 pull out sofa. A Roku Smart TV will allow you to stream your most favorite shows!

Book your stay now at Hoosier National Hideaway and leave feeling refreshed and recharged. But be careful, you may never want to leave!

NOTE: All pets must be pre-approved. Pet fee is $100 with a 2 dog limit.

Property manager

Marisa Payton
Premier Host

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Freetown

Located in Freetown, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Brown County State Park and Lake Monroe, while Brown County Music Center and Brown County Playhouse are cultural highlights. Bartholomew County Fairgrounds and Kidscommons Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Freetown, Indiana

What's nearby

  • Brown County State Park - 19 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Brown County Music Center - 31 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Hard Truth Distilling Company - 31 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 59 min drive - 56.3 km
  • Lake Monroe - 61 min drive - 25.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sgt Rick's American Grill & BBQ - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private & Secluded in Hoosier National Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private & Secluded in Hoosier National Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private & Secluded in Hoosier National Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private & Secluded in Hoosier National Forest located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Brown County State Park and within 20 miles (32 km) of Salt Creek Golf Retreat and Lake Monroe. Bear Wallow Distillery and Bartholomew County Fairgrounds are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Krystal L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Perfect cabin for two just wanting a quiet weekend away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lissette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Seth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and quiet

A great little place to get far away from the world. Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect secluded cabin

The cabin was perfect. The hot tub was amazing, and communication with Marisa was fantastic! I highly recommend this place. We can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

It was great and relaxing would definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farzina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Was clean... secluded ...peaceful...beautiful...functionality...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cozy Hideaway

This cabin was the perfect cozy hide away for my fiancee and I. The fall colors and privacy was so relaxing! I neverstay in the same cabin twice, but I can't wait to go back to this one!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love Being Out in the Sticks!

This little cabin is a real treat! There are no houses in sight. And barely a few on the road, so it’s very quiet. Linens and towels were wonderful, and we had everything we needed there…Except a kitchen table. So just beware, eating is done off the coffee table, which we managed just fine. If the weather had been better, there’s a table and chairs on the back deck and there’s a big front porch, which I imagine they have chairs in the summer. So I would love to come back during warm weather and enjoy the property again. Very clean and comfortable. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackson P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

After having to cut our last vacation short, we booked this trip as its only about an hour and a half from us. The cabin really is secluded, one car passed while we were there for the weekend. It is about 25 minutes from downtown Nashville, which makes it ideal for going and staying for a while. The hiking trails in the state park are also wonderful. The hot tub is the cleanest we have seen at rental as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jama B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OUR STAY

The cabin met and exceeded our expectations! Absolutely loved it there. Will definitely recommend and can see us renting again! The location was just what we wanted
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful getaway would absolutly stay again

Great privacy easy to get to very clean love it our stay was great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Christmas getaway

We really enjoyed our stay and it was nicely decorated for our Christmas getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Braxton D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hoosier National Hideaway

Honestly just great, no complaints, loved the cabin and the atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin and Location

This cabin had all of the amenities with a remote location away from the business of the city. A great place to really lay back and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Cozy cabin, very well kept, beautiful setting. Owner is communicative and helpful. Nice fire pit area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vacation Spot!

Best vacation spot ever! Cabin was clean and cozy. Hot tub and fire pit were on point. Location was perfect for site seeing. Loved every moment of our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Hiking Trip

Cute little cabin with nice amenities. Very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Getaway

Very nice property, all amenities you need for a great getaway. We really enjoyed the hot tub, amazing views and being able to bring our dog. Thanks so much The Reynolds
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time

The cabin was cute and private and secluded on a beautiful property. It was small but had everything we needed. The hot tub was our favorite place. Everything was clean and worked. The only thing I would change is maybe a new couch it was not very comfortable (I have a bad back) and since it was the only place to sit you couldn't avoid it and the skillets are warn and everything stuck to them that we made. We managed though and had a good couples getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Travel break

We spent a night to break up a long (20 hour) road trip, and the hot tub was spectacular Never saw another human, the dog got free range of the yard, so peaceful I didn’t even light a fire, just listening to the frogs lull us to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cabin

What a lovely little cabin! It was clean and had everything needed for our short getaway. We would definitely recommend and hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Getaway

So cozy! Love it and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cabin

We enjoyed the cabin. It was clean and had everything we needed. The back porch is great to just sit in nature. The hot tub was fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So relaxing

My husband and I stayed here for a night and it was more than perfect! The scenery and hot tub were amazing. We only stayed one night but wish we could’ve stayed longer. Thank you for sharing your beautiful place with us!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Marisa Payton

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What makes this property unique

Hoosier National Hideaway is a new cabin rental that is very convenient and close to Brown County, IN located in Jackson County, IN.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests