Tranquil Farm-Stay for Large Group near Rocky Fork - Two Houses! | House in Hillsboro

10.0 (5 Reviews) |   8 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  18 Guests
Hillsboro House | Tranquil Farm-Stay for Large Group near Rocky Fork - Two Houses!

8 Bedroom House in Hillsboro

An hour east of Cincinnati & southwest of Columbus
Minutes from Rocky Fork Lake
A world away from everything.
Come visit a place in Amish country, where the grass is greener, your coffee is smoother and the stars shine brighter; a place where you can catch a few fish and your breath. Close to adventure, yet quietly tucked away on a 82-acre picturesque farm, The Open Gate Farm is a quiet retreat from a noisy world - the perfect place to slow down, re-connect & create treasured memories.
Located in Amish country, the quaint town of Hillsboro (established in 1807) is centrally located 1-1.5 hours from Dayton, Columbus & Cincinnati and minutes from Rocky Fork Lake and Serpent Mound.
Boxwood House sleeps 10 in a spacious primary bedroom (king), a cheery sunroom (queen sofa bed), two upstairs bedrooms (one queen and one room with two full beds) and a cozy library (queen sofa bed).
The Carriage House sleeps 6 in a large bunk room (one queen and three xl twins), beautiful sleeping porch (king) and a cozy attic room (twin).
Looking for adventure? Rent boats and kayaks or book fishing trips on Rocky Fork Lake. Spend the day visiting art or history museums or sampling gourmet eateries in Cincinnati or Columbus. Visit The Air Force Museum, underground railroad sites or learn more about the Wright Brothers or the poet, Paul Laurence Dunbar in Dayton. There is plenty to do no matter the time of year or the weather!
You’ll have access to 82 beautiful acres, including hiking trails through woods and pastures and across creeks, fishing in a stocked pond (catch and release only please) and sipping your morning coffee overlooking green pastures or beside a misty pond. Visit with our jersey cows, Dolly and Daisy, and take pictures with our two adorable valais blacknose sheep, Siegfried and Tristan, a unique breed from the mountains of Switzerland.
We live on the property and are available if you need anything. Feel free to reach out for your needs and to book hayrides and learning experiences such as making maple syrup from freshly tapped trees, foraging tours, gardening and bread-making classes & participating in old-fashioned farm chores. Visit kinderfarmfamilydotorg to learn more. *Learning experiences are based on the season and host’s availability.
You may be greeted by four friendly dogs.
Also, we are in the country and, while the internet has good speed (usually between 30 and 150 mbps), sometimes phone connections via the internet can be spotty. We find this can be an opportunity to disconnect from technology and better connect with yourself, family and friends.

Tranquil Farm-Stay for Large Group near Rocky Fork - Two Houses! is located in Hillsboro. Tranquil Farm-Stay for Large Group near Rocky Fork - Two Houses! provides accommodation, featuring Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Eco Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Eco Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Tranquil Farm-Stay for Large Group near Rocky Fork - Two Houses! has 8 Bedrooms , 5 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 18 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Hillsboro has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Hillsboro, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Eco Friendly
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • 5 bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • 8 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Farming classes
Entertainment
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Smart TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
General
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Unit size: 5899 sq ft (548 sq m)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • In a rural location
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Reviews

jeff b.
Aug 24, 2025 07:50:57 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Me and my fellow coworkers used the Boxwood and Carriage House for a work retreat. The property and attention to details were as listed if not better. The host was the best, making sure we were well taken care of. Our team loved the farm and already asked if we can visit again.
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