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Relax in a spacious room with a high ceiling, comfortable sofa, and large windows offering a view of the lush landscape.
Enjoy casual dining and socializing in this kitchen area with a bar counter, sink, and flat-screen TV.
Enjoy meals in this dining area with a table for four, featuring a woven placemat and matching plates.
Enjoy the serene atmosphere from this elevated deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a flagpole.
Stunning two-story home with a central chimney and serene surroundings.

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 132978 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Yellow Springs, OH
  • Old Clifton Mill
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cedarville University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Dayton, OH (DAY-James M. Cox Dayton Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cedarville

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Old Clifton Mill and Clifton Opera House. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Old Clifton Mill - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • John Bryan State Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cedarville University - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Antioch College - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Young's Jersey Dairy - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Springs Brewery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bogeys At Rocky Lakes - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Clifton Mill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Cafe - ‬8 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.

The Art of Seclusion

This secluded property sits on five acres with a pool available during the spring and summer months, outdoor barbecue grill and over 20 different type of trees on the property. This is perfect for your extended family vacations, family reunions, or retreats! Come experience the Art of Seclusion.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and a kitchen island.

Property manager

Kali

Languages

English

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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 8 reviews
$365 nightly
The price is $382
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,978 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home in Cedarville is within a 10-minute walk of Old Clifton Mill, John Bryan State Park, and Clifton Opera House. You'll also find Clifton Gorge Nature Preserve and Glen Helen Nature Preserve within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Art of Seclusion?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a fireplace, fireplaces in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does The Art of Seclusion have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Dayton Intl. Airport (DAY), which is about 22.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Art of Seclusion?

Yes, every accommodation at The Art of Seclusion comes with a deck.

The Art of Seclusion Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy P., Weirton, WV

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

House was clean and comfortable. Plenty of space for family to either be together or be separate. Lovely, secluded setting. We saw a cardinal couple in the roses and some bunnies in the back yard. Owner was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

Liked: Cleanliness

We did 3 days in biking on the trials in Ohio two of those we road from the and made loop

We did three days of biking on trials in OhioTwo days we just road from the house and made a loop
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving 2024

Positives: great location and ample space for large groups. Areas of opportunities: need more dishes and glass ware to match the occupancy of the house. Need extra blankets and pillows. Lighting in all downstairs areas except kitchen was dim. Just need more lamps and brighter bulbs. It meet all our needs and we will stay there again if we have another holiday family get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tournament Stay

We had a local volleyball tournament to attend from Wednesday through Saturday. I had 10 players and 2 coaches staying at the house together. It was perfect with lots of space and room to hang out in between matches. The kitchen was great and very well stocked with everything you would need to cook with. We had all of our meals at the house and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay with plenty of space for our large group!

This was a great find for our weekend with 3 families. There is PLENTY of space both inside and out so you don’t feel like you’re on top of each other. The kitchen was well-stocked for making a few meals and we also took advantage of the grill one afternoon. The pool was up and running and very clean. The kids had a blast playing and it was a great way to cool down and get their energy out :) The place was clean and there were tons of towels stacked in a hall closet. Also note - there are 3 full baths (not 2) - a very pleasant surprise. As other reviews mentioned, there is also a washer/dryer, which came in handy. I will echo another review that we couldn't get the dishwasher working, but it seems like it was run by the cleaners prior, so it may have been user error. We just kept up on the few dishes we used and survived. Overall this place provided the space and comfort we needed and I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carrine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Property manager was terrible! No water no electricity and would not refund me.

I booked this house for a weekend for my family for an out of town wedding and there was no water and no electricity when we arrived. I knew this would not be good as the property manager was horrible at communication prior to our check in and was very delayed in getting back to me. In advance of our stay, and before my refund date, I asked if I could shorten my stay from 3 nights to 2 nights. It took him 4 days to get back to me. He said he would refund me 1 night but ended up charging me a higher price for the first 2 nights so there was 0 refund. I basically had to check out earlier for the same price. When we arrived at the house for our 4pm check in there was no power and no water. I texted and called him repeatedly for over an hour. We were running late for the wedding rehearsal by this time and needed to shower. I had to book 4 hotel rooms to accommodate my family. He called me after about 90 minutes and said he would try getting the power company to come out to the house. I told him I had to book several hotel rooms and would like a refund. He said he'd think about that later. I never heard back from him. I sent numerous texts through the VRBO app and called several times. No response. I called VRBO and they were trying to get a refund but no response for weeks. Finally a full month later I reached out to my credit card company and they refunded my money. This was a horrible experience. Do not book with this property manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

DEBORAH C., MARTINSVILLE

Over promised, Under delivered

Coffee pot did not work Dishwasher does not work Clorhes dryer takes a LONG time to dry Not very "Handicap" accessible
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bike weekend

We had great time We had 9 bikers and we road the local trials Had some good food at the local places
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Clark and Karin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Location and Space, Mediocre Maintenance

This house has several bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas, which is great for a large group. It is secluded in a really nice, lush green, wooded area. Some parts of the house are updated really nicely; others are outdated and in need of repair (e.g. holes in walls, cloudy full length mirror.) There is a washer and dryer not mentioned in the listing. Closet in master bedroom was locked and another bedroom's closet had a dresser taking up all the space, so we had to use the closet rod in another bedroom for our hanging clothes. It was decently clean, but not what I would call sparkling clean or above and beyond (tons of dead bugs in the light fixture shades, note from cleaning staff said the towels were still in the dryer when we arrived, only 2 dishwasher tabs there for our 5-day stay, no artwork on the walls; there were ants and stink bugs in the house--it is in the woods after all, but once my husband removed the 10-20 stink bugs, we didn't see any more of them.) Coffee machine kept stopping partway through--might have been clogged. First floor bed had noisy cover. Pool was not in service. Owner had us check/shut off water filling the pool, and take the trash bin down the very long driveway to the curb for trash day. These aren't necessarily dealbreakers that would keep my from staying here again if I were in the area with a large group, but for what we paid for cleaning and other fees, I would expect a little more attention to detail.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond G.

Met our needs perfectly

We needed accommodations for two couples and three solo travelers. This property met those needs just fine.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jonelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Agility Group

The house accommodated us very well. However we were so busy with Championship that we basically just slept there and were unable to enjoy the amenities. It was well situated to the Fairgrounds and restaurants. The home needs upgrading, the carpet is very old and stained, the bedrooms need a chair and night stand. It was quiet and the yard was very nice. The home needs pest control. We would come back for another visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Mona D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

The house was plenty big enough. Was disappointed we couldn’t use the swimming pool. I even email about the pool being open. It was hot and would have been nice to use. Shouldn’t advertise a pool if you can’t use it. Lots of spider webs everywhere and ants in the kitchen, they were getting in the food. The place is very nice, just needs to be better maintained Inside and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pool

We thought pool would be open but it was not. The property is very nice and spacious. A lot has been recently redone and is great. It was very close to Yellow Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

john o., Fredericksburg, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness

Yellow Springs

House was close to where we were visiting relatives. Plenty of space, secluded and quiet. Wasn’t really near any type of shopping area. No place close by to eat. Didn’t have cell service (Verizon) so couldn’t call anyone from the house. Great place if you just want peace and quiet. Had plenty of all the amenities, linen, dishes. Overall good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tori W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway house with a stunning scenery!

We chose this property due to the beautiful scenery surrounding it as we used the space for a small wedding reception with our closest family. The house is very open, with multiple cozy living rooms, the bedrooms were large with comfy beds, and the sun room was a great place to relax and enjoy a cup of coffee in. Every was fully stocked and equipped with anything we might have needed. We were able to capture some of the most breathtaking pictures outside. We will absolutely be back in the summer so we can enjoy the pool then and we will always remember how special this property was to us. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Marcus C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall Good Stay

Property was excluded from the others around, which was very nice. Property was pretty well taken care of. Nothing really to complain about. Overall, it was a good stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023