Vacation rentals in Howard

Serenity Cabin at Owl Creek

Updates include new custom kitchen with concrete counters and stainless steel appliances, new bathroom with walk in shower. Cozy 2 bedroom home is located directly on the Kokosing river thought to translate from the Algonquin Indians and mean “River of the Little Owls.” The cabin is a short distance to Kenyon College, Apple Valley lake, Ohio Amish country and tons and tons of great parks, hiking trails, bike trails and hunting. We are pet friendly, dogs only. ($50 per stay, maximum 2 dogs).

3 King Suites/Hot Tub/Views/Roomy

Our spacious five-bedroom lodge offers the perfect setting to slow down, relax, and enjoy the goodness of creation. Conveniently located, the property is within about 35 minutes of many popular outdoor destinations, The Kokosing & Mohican Rivers, Mohican State Park, Snow Trails, the Kokosing Gap Trail, Holmes County Amish Country, and Ariel-Foundation Park. Whether you're here for outdoor adventure or a quiet getaway, our lodge offers the perfect blend of comfort, nature, and exploration.

The Haven / Scenic Aframe cabin

The Haven is just that - a place of rest. Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. The cabin is nestled in a wooded area with a pond view and rolling hills. In the heart of beautiful Amish country we are just minutes away from popular attractions. The living area includes a full kitchen, washer and dryer, and comfortable furniture to enjoy a smart tv and fireplace. A King bed and full bath on the main floor. The loft has a queen bed. We welcome you to come stay with us!

Fabulous property in the heart of Howard Ohio.

Welcome to the Howard Ritz our newly renovated property in the heart of Howard, Ohio. Even though the property is on the main road 36, you are still right at nature’s doorstep. This small home is beautiful furnished and has everything you need. This property has a full kitchen, washer and dryer, and one bedroom. It is also located on the Kokosing Gap bike trail. There is also canoe access to the Kokosing River just around the corner. We have storage on site for your bikes, canoes or kayaks.

La Casa: A Serene Sanctuary for Mind & Spirit

🌿 Welcome to La Casa 🌿 Your home away from home, designed as a healing space to connect, renew your mind, body, and spirit. Only 2.5miles from Apple Valley, 16mi from snow trails, 8 mi from Mohican and 12mi to Malabar: Sits the unique little retreat that embraces simple beauty, calm energy, and nature—a true sanctuary to unwind. 🌸 Whether you seek a reset, romance, or peaceful time with loved ones, I hope to invite you to breathe, reflect, and renew. Come as you are, leave lighter ✨

Bent Canoe Farm Guest House

This is a late 1800s farm house on my family farm. It has been fully remodeled and infrastructure updated but retains the simple architecture of the period farm house. Located one mile East of Gambier (Kenyon College), it's site overlooks the Kokosing River and is a short walk to the Kokosing Gap Bike Trail. Includes a fully furnished kitchen, three bedrooms and two baths. The wrap around porch overlooks the river and surrounding pasture. Enjoy the secluded, quiet, pastoral setting.

Luxury Lake Life Welcomes You!

LUXURY LIFE WELCOMES YOU! Escape the hustle and bustle!! Spend quality time with friends and family in the game room or a romantic evening in the jacuzzi or the soaking tub! RELAX on the patio at the gas fire or cook marshmallows on the backyard campfire! Perfect fall or winter getaway for the whole family, friends gathering, book club, or yoga retreat for up to 10 people. Concierge available to pamper and spoil so you can lay back and soak it in. Swimming at your own risk.

Lake living right on the water!

Located right on Apple Valley Lake just outside of Mt Vernon, OH this 2250sqft house is recently remodeled has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths 2 levels and is beautiful. You can enjoy our dock and go swimming or paddle boarding or just relax and fish. On the main floor is a card room perfect for family games, kitchen with walk out to 2nd story deck and 3 season room, living room with TV, and master bedroom with a private deck and fireplace. Downstairs has 3 bedrooms and fireplace.

Lakefront Getaway w/ Swimming Dock + Ping Pong

Relaxing waterfront home on Apple Valley Lake! • Private lake with dock for lounging, swimming, & fishing • Fire pit, gas grill, spacious upper deck with dining + lounging • Heated game room: ping pong, electronic darts, yoga mats, Playstation 4, retro arcade game • 2 in-suite bathrooms + open loft bedroom • 5 min to restaurants & Apple Valley Golf Course (PGA golf) • 10-20 min: Kenyon College, Kokosing Gap Trail, Mohican State Park • 1 hr to Amish Country & Columbus!

Wooded Aframe Retreat | Hot Tub & Outdoor Shower

We look forward to welcoming you to the secluded beauty of our space, designed and built by my husband on our 20 acres of wooded property in the rolling hills of Central Ohio. A floor-to-ceiling glass front provides you with a view of fields green in summertime and ripe with goldenrod in the fall, four outdoor deck spaces invite you to relax in the beauty of nature, and a second story loft suite with a soaking tub are ready to provide you with rest and refreshment.

The Cottage at River's Bend

Located on the scenic Kokosing River enjoy the best sounds and breathtaking sunsets this river has to offer. A short distance to Kenyon college, Honey Run waterfalls, hunting, fishing, Apple Valley Lake, Kokosing bike trail and Ohio Amish country. You won't run out of things to do. Then relax and unwind with a seasonal heated outdoor shower and peaceful patio to watch the sunsets and the abundant wildlife.

Little Pink Barn house

Welcome to the little pink barn house. Rustic charm in the heart of Mt Vernon , Ohio. It’s a 5 minute Drive to Kenyon college, and .07 miles to downtown Mt. Vernon and Mt. Vernon Nazarene University. This quaint two bedroom home offers a perfect get away. It is located just 1 hour north of Columbus. Country charm with the convenience of the city. & Close to all the local attractions..