WHERE TO STAY

This modern hotel is 2 miles from the Ohio University campus, 2.5 miles to the Athens County Fairgrounds and 3.6 miles to the historic Dairy Barn Arts Center. Standard rooms come with mini fridges and microwaves, plus desks, flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Kids 19 and under stay free with an adult. Amenities include free hot breakfast buffet, an indoor Read more...

The unique destination of our AAA-approved Quality Inn hotel off U.S. Route 33 and U.S. Route 50 is near some of the area’s most popular attractions like the Athens Community Center, Ohio University, Morton Theatre, Strouds Run State Park, Kennedy Museum of Art, Market on State and the Athens Convention & Visitors Bureau. The region is also a playground for Read more...

The Lodge at Double Play Ranch is available for families, events, corporate retreats, weddings, and other events. Read more...

The Little Blue Caboose is our sapphire gem. Hundreds of tiny blue rivets on her metal exterior, hint to all the little details within, where funky art-deco design brings her to life.  This Norfolk and Western caboose, the only train with two sets of twin bunk beds, is set up perfectly for a family of four or a girls’ weekend. Read more...

Turn off Highway 50 and find us surrounded by shopping and quick eats, 10 minutes from Ohio University campus. We’re five minutes from Strouds Run State Park, ideal for a morning stroll after free hot breakfast, and less than 10 minutes from Central Athens. Enjoy our free WiFi, fitness center, and indoor pool. Read more...

The Hyde House estate has a large wrap around front porch with plenty of sitting, lots of space for relaxing. The estate has a lovely dining area, sitting room, parlor room and four well appointed bedrooms & 4 1/2 bathrooms. Each guest will have a comfortable colorful room with private bath. Two bedrooms have a tiger claw soaking tubs. Only Read more...

The Little Brown Caboose stays true to her heritage as part of the Sante Fe line with warm Southwestern decor throughout.  Her marbled hickory ceiling, natural stone counters, amber glass chandelier, tranquil tile bathroom and pass-through dining window, make this one ideal for inside-out living.  Rescued years ago by a senior railroad lover in Indiana, she was converted to a Read more...

Over 130 years ago, The Depot was the site of lots of hustling and bustling, whistling hellos and steamy goodbyes. This original 1890 train depot started its journey in Millersport, Ohio and made a stop in Carroll for a decade before making its way to its final destination, Hideaway on the Hocking. With much of the authentic wood walls, floors Read more...

The Falls beckons you inside with its focus on the natural elements found along the Hocking River.  From the small bubbling rapids and wiry sycamore roots that line the river’s banks to the wildlife that calls this river home, inspiration for this 2-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront retreat is right outside the floor to ceiling windows. A large bubble glass chandelier over Read more...

The Little Red Caboose is an icon of many childhood stories and of nostalgic times of the past. The largest of our five historical trains at 31 feet, this Missouri Pacific artifact sits at the place of honor … the end of the line. The only train with the original metal water tank anchoring the ceiling in the queen bedroom, Read more...

The Little Yellow Caboose, our ray of sunshine, can’t help but put a smile on your face.  The only wooden train in our collection, her vibrant coat accentuates her petite stature.  Dating back to 1928, at nearly a century old, this C&O caboose carries her age well.  Thoughtfully designed, this cozy retreat for two adults and a small toddler will Read more...