Hillsboro, Ohio
Get away with family & friends to a little slice of heaven - a place where the coffee is smoother, the grass is greener, and firefly’s burn brighter. Close to adventure, yet quietly tucked away on a 57-acre picturesque farm, The Carriage House is a quiet retreat from a noisy world - the perfect place to slow down, re-connect & create treasured memories.
Located in Amish country, centrally 1-1.5 hours from Dayton, Columbus & Cincinnati and minutes from Rocky Fork Lake and Serpent Mound.
Boxwood House sleeps ten 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). You’ll have access to 57 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, a unique breed from the mountains of Switzerland.
Reach out to book hayrides and learning experiences such as making maple syrup from freshly tapped trees, foraging tours, gardening and bread-making classes, wreath-making or floral workshops & participating in old-fashioned farm chores. Visit our website at kinderfarmfamilydotorg to learn more. *Learning experiences are based on the season and host’s availability.
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!
This was one of our family’s top two favourite VRBO experiences. The house is absolutely beautiful and deceptively large! Every detail has been thought out. We loved the subtle Thanksgiving decorations, the thoughtfully chosen Thanksgiving-themed picture book selection placed in a basket in the living room, the fresh eggs in the refrigerator, and the newly baked sourdough bread delivered to the door on our first day. The list could go on! The property had just the surroundings we were looking for. Our family enjoyed fetching fresh eggs, visiting with the super-friendly farm dogs, and taking a walk on the trails through the woods. We also opted to participate in a baking class over at the main farmhouse with the host family. What fun! The bedrooms were perfect with ample storage and comfy beds. The master bed was so comfortable, we ended up ordering the same mattress for our own bed at home! The kitchen was well stocked and easy to cook and bake in. Our family loved spending our evenings together downstairs in the game room playing table tennis and pool. We also enjoyed time in the library and playing board games. This host has thought of everything and were extremely accommodating. We almost don’t want to tell you about it in case you book here for when we want to return! You will not regret a stay here.
We had a large group with lots of kids. They had so many things to keep them entertained and everyone enjoyed the trip. The farm animals are so cute, the house is gorgeous and fully stocked with activities and essentials. 10/10
We very much enjoyed our stay. It's a beautiful home and property to relax and unwind from the world. The host are amazing and very welcoming. Highly recommend this property.
Our family (8 adults) enjoyed a lovely weekend together at this beautiful home. The home is located in a picturesque country setting. We were welcomed with a freshly baked loaf of banana bread and a doz fresh eggs. The house is well appointed and beautifully decorated. We enjoyed coffee on the deck each morning listening to to birds and enjoying the peaceful setting. The kitchen is a wonderful kitchen for those who enjoy cooking with a large farm table in which we were able to share our meals together. The grounds are walkable as well as provided space for outdoor games and a fire pit for s’mores in the evening. We loved it and had a great time!
What a wonderful rental property. We were impressed from the moment we arrived to this beautiful farm, with rolling hills, beautiful meadows, and a lovely house. We opened the door and found a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with fresh baked bread and farm eggs. There was everything you needed to cook, plus coffee and creamers in the drawer. Lovely soaps, shampoos, etc. The property is very well cared for - inside and out. The host was extremely nice and helpful. I cannot say enough about this property and would recommend it highly to anyone.
This was best VRBO rental that we have found. A must see and stay.
Our second trip here, and everything was as expected. Peaceful and serene. Looking forward to the next trip.
Finding this property was an answer to our prayers. The stay exceeded every expectation we had. An early January winter wedding in Southern Ohio at a nearby Church Camp my son-in-law had life long memories at could have been a challenge but weather was great and we stayed at the wonderful perfect local property of Heidi and family. Our family came from Mississippi Chicago Minnesota Georgia and Ohio. From Great Aunt Pam to 4 year old Henry everyone was rested and so happy going into the wedding activity's thanks to this wonderful home. The calm relaxing environment let us rest and prepare for a busy wedding schedule . We walked into the kitchen and found a warm loaf of cinnamon bread on the cutting board ready for delighting our 19 year old Granddaughter and all other family members. The home was spotless clean with amazing decor that provided comfort. The rural property provided an atmosphere that few have the opportunity to experience. The dozen of colorful real farm fresh eggs we found in the refrigerator were delicious. We are so thankful and happy that we found this superior property and had the opportunity to meet Heidi. Heidi was kind and always available. My family and I all believe this one of a kind property is A Must Visit Again and again!
We spent a delightful long weekend as a family at The Cottage. Communication with our host was excellent before during and even after our stay. Check-in was simple. The Cottage is beautifully decorated and very well equipped. Our family of eight had plenty of space and enjoyed cooking and eating in the spacious kitchen. All amenities we needed were provided and many extras such as charcoal for the grill, everything needed to make s’mores etc. the grounds around The Cottage are as if you are in a park! 15 to 20 minutes to Rocky Fork Lake as well as to the grocery store. An hour and 20 minutes to downtown Cincinnati. The Cottage is a beautiful place-would definitely recommend!
Incredible spot, wonderful host. It’s just a beautiful place, the grounds, the home, the interior finishes. Nothing fancy, just well done, and well appointed. Everything you need for a quiet weekend away. Sit on the porch and watch it rain, catch fireflies as the sun sets, sip wine by the chiminea and listen to the frogs croak.
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