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Appalachian Retreat

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15 reviews

· Newport, Washington, Ohio

500 acres hosted by J. R.

2 lodging sites · 1 RV site · 2 tent sites

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Located in the rolling Appalachian hills of Southeast Ohio. This farm has been in our family since 1869 when our relatives settled here from Germany. This particular location was originally a home site for my grandfather's sister, Lizzie. Originally farmed for cattle and sheep with many orchards over the years our property is now mostly mature forest. Southeast Ohio, including our property is known for its hilly topography and microclimates. Hills range from 400 to 1,000 feet. On our property you will find dry ridges with tree species like Chestnut Oak or humid valleys that resemble a moss-covered temperate rain forest from the pacific northwest. Much of our property has now reached late stage mature forests with an open understory. Nearly 500 acres of land with an additional 200+ acres of Wayne National Forest adjacent to our farm and close proximity to other Wayne areas for outdoor activities. We have nearly 10 miles of available trails for hiking. Many activities can be done at or centered around our property such as excellent and challenging road biking, mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, kayaking and boating. We are about one mile from the Little Muskingum river. A great river for kayak trips. The Wayne Kinderhook horse and hiking trail is roughly 5 miles from our location. Hike to the Irish Run Natural Land bridge trail also a short drive to the trailhead from our property. Riding your motorcycle up Rt. 26 is great! A great Ohio byway for scenic driving. This is also a great home base for dual sport or adventure bike motorcycle riders to camp while adventuring along gravel roads through Appalachia. If motorcycles aren't your method of entertainment and travel. Bring your horse and ride on several of our trails. From steep ascents to long flat ridge lines, you will have lots of time to immerse yourself with nature while hiking. We're next to a section of the Wayne National Forest and a short drive to other similar Wayne activities. It's a great place to hear a whip-poor-will sing on a spring night while stargazing as you see a satellite zip past in the sky. If you like to camp, but don't want the busy public park experience then you will enjoy the privacy of our camping location. Camp at our main site along the forest edge near the country backroad with a fire ring and mowed grassy area or there are also several backwoods primitive camp sites available for someone who wants to rough it. We are also only about a 20-minute drive to downtown Marietta. Where you can find restaurants, bars, and many other fun activities.

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Aunt Lizzies Escape

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Tent site · Sleeps 8

What a great option compared to a public camp site. You are guaranteed a quiet spot with only the occasional car passing by on the gravel country road. This site has an area designated for tent campers. You will be surrounded by hills on all sides ranging from 400 - 1,000 feet. Originally this campsite location was a homesite to a relative on my father's side of the family. Pitch your tent in this small clearing on the forests edge with close and easy access to and from the gravel road. There is a fire pit and firewood provided. A 10x10 elevated platform for those who have an inflatable base/air mattress and want to be off the ground and there is a level grassy area nearer to the fire ring for your tent. There is a picnic table and charcoal grill and composting toilet. Additionally, there is a cooking grate for the fire pit. The site is located about a 10-minute walk to the main house and will give you a great deal of privacy. Your right next to the beginning of our hiking/mountain biking trails on the northeast side of the road that separates our property. Trails are located on both sides of the road dividing our property and can offer several hours of hiking. Also, this is a great area to bring your mountain bikes, e-bikes, or dual sport/adventure bike motorcycles and explore the country and gravel back roads. Trailer your horses down and tie your horse to our hitching post at the camp site after riding our trails.

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Masons Ridge Remote Campsite

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Tent site · Sleeps 4

Want a good backwoods hike-to location? This is it, one with a remote feeling. A hike with initially steep assents and then a relatively easy ridge trail. Masons Ridge primitive campsite is at the end of a long ridgeline from our main camp site on the northeast side of our property. It is a flat area at the top of a hill within mature oak trees. The campsite and much of the surrounding woods is a late succession forest with good visibility under the canopy. It is strictly a primitive camping location. There is room for more than one tent. Although you are not far from a road as the crow fly's this spot is very private and is right next to one of the many hiking trails giving you access to wander. If you like backcountry camping (but don't want a 5–10 mile daily hike to get there) and you like being in the woods this site will be great for you. Please keep in mind this location is for those looking for a real hike to spot. Not a field close to the car. Depending on the person it's about a 30-minute hike or more. A camp toilet, waste bags, toilet paper, and privacy shelter are provided at this location. Because you are at the top of a tall hill there is cell coverage at this spot. Firewood is usually provided; however, it may not be available on occasion. So be prepared for this option by bringing a camp axe. Or ask me before your arrival. There is plenty of downed dead wood to use in our fire pit. The fire pit has a grill attachment to help with open fire cooking. We do allow for someone to stay at this location one evening if they are staying at one of our other sites. Please communicate this before using the site so we can manage its availability. People staying at this site are also allowed to use the composting toilet at the main site.

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Lizzies RV Boondocking Site

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Vehicle site · Sleeps 5 · Vehicles under 40 ft

What a great option compared to a public camp site. You are guaranteed a quiet spot with only the occasional car passing by on the gravel country road. There is one partial Boondocking RV space. I say partial because it comes with a 50-amp RV hookup, and electric outlet plus there is a composting toilet. There is no water, Wi-Fi or cell service in the valley along this quiet country road. While located only about 20 minutes outside of Marietta, OH you still feel away from it all. Also, room to pitch a tent. There is a fire pit and firewood provided. You will be surrounded by hills on all sides ranging from 400 - 1,000 feet. Originally this campsite location was a homesite to a relative on my father's side of the family in the 1800's. Pitch your tent or park your RV in this small clearing on the forests edge with close and easy access from the gravel road. There is a 10x10 elevated platform for those who have an inflatable base/air mattress and want to be off the ground and there is a level grassy area nearer to the fire ring for your tent. There is a picnic table and charcoal grill. Charcoal may be available but is not guaranteed. Your right next to the beginning of our hiking/mountain biking trails on the northeast side of the road that separates our property. Trails are located on both sides of the road dividing our property and can offer several hours of hiking. Also, a great area to bring your mountain bikes, e-bikes, or dual sport/adventure bike motorcycles and explore the country and gravel back roads. Or trailer your horses down and tie your horse to our hitching post at the camp site after riding our trails.

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A-frame · Sleeps 4

This quaint glamping A-frame cabin is located in a valley behind the main house of the property. This cabin is completely off grid. There is no Wi-Fi or cell service at the cabin. Another smaller cabin is located about 50 yards up the hill in case you want to bring a friend who would like to rent it too. You have a private, tranquil setting while sitting on the deck giving you plenty of time to reflect on nature and decompress between the base of two hills, next to a creek in this long valley. Although not far from a road this location feels very removed. Several of our properties hiking trails may be accessed immediately from the cabin. Often you will hear and see a barred owl in this valley during the evenings. There are bird feeders and usually bird seed to put in them if they are empty. Most of the forest around this cabin has not been logged for 100 years or more. Giving you a mature and comfortable open woodland habitat to explore along miles of trails. The cabin has a full-size bed, a sleeping loft, and small wood stove for cooler evenings. There is a fire pit, composting toilet, and camp cooking utensils. This will include items for cooking over the fire pit flames or on a provided propane camp stove on our small cook station near to the cabin. We also provide; disposable silverware and plates, bed linens to those who do not have or wish to use a sleeping bag. There is also a wash basin to clean cooking utensils. A battery generator that can be recharged during the day via solar panels while you hang out or hike. A lantern and rechargeable cabin lights are also provided. Sleeping in the loft requires a sleeping bag and camp pillow. This cabin space is best for two adults. I have labeled the capacity as four. This is primarily to accommodate a family with children. There really is not space for four people in this cabin. There IS room in the loft for a person to sleep. It is roughly 6ft long. Or if a family would like to bring a tent there is level ground near the cabin to pitch a tent to make extra sleeping space for your kids. Or another more adventurous couple who doesn't mind tents.

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Cabin in the Woods

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Cabin · Sleeps 2

This site is for the more independent camper/glamper who has their own camping/survival gear. But maybe you or your significant other doesn't want to go full tent/nature mode! If you're looking for a spot that feels isolated this is your place. Especially if the R-frame is not occupied. The cabin sits in a valley behind our main house, situated just a bit up the hill, and about 50 yards from the R-frame - our other small cabin. This cabin is literally built into the surrounding woods. It is just above the valley floor before a steep edge overlooking the creek. Surrounded by young pawpaw and beech trees this spot (especially during summer) feels more removed from the nearby R-frame than its actual distance. If you want a great place to feel alone in the woods this deck or the provided hammock is the spot for you to chill. The property's many hiking trails may be immediately accessed by this cabin. Trails are also accessed by the valley below your cabin. Just head back into the valley following the creek. This small A-frame cabin has no insulation or stove to maintain nighttime warmth. So, bring an appropriate sleeping bag. The cabin has a roughly 12 x 10 footprint. Some lite bed linens are provided and pillows. You do have access to the composting toilet below. Please keep it clean. Or if rented with friends staying at the R-frame this will come with access to its other cooking amenities. There is an individual Solo Stove at the base of the deck and small platform off the deck to cook your meals with a small camp or backcountry stove. The antique bed provided is slightly smaller in width than a full-size bed so great for an individual or a snuggly couple.

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100% Recommend16 ratings · 15 reviews

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· June 2025

14 ft pop-up camper ·

Lizzies RV Boondocking Site

A clean, safe, accessible campsite perfect for those with a pop up tent on a suv. (Bronco sport). Or regular tent. Very quiet and peaceful, great spot as a midway point or for exploring nearby Marietta OH. Couldn’t be more pleased. Having a SUV I think is preferable for navigating the roads. The only down side is no internet or cell service so make sure to make arrangements and get everything done before hand. Literally a 7 min drive to a Walmart if you desperately need internet. I actually enjoyed knowing that I can’t be bothered. Overall 10/10 experience.

Adam A.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· June 2025

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Aunt Lizzies Escape

A group of us stayed at Aunt Lizzies Escape for a weekend, and we had an amazing time! The campsite has ample space for tent setup, hiking trail access, a fire pit supplied with dry firewood, an impressively clean bathroom, and a nice wooden platform that is extremely handy in the case of rain or wet ground for things like tent setup, dry feet, and a spot to consolidate your things while camping. Nights are incredible here. The stars are extremely visible, and there is water flowing near the camp which is practically a natural sound machine!

Adam C.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Tent ·

Aunt Lizzies Escape

This site truly was perfect. There is so much grassy space to spread out, the fire pit was lovely, the platform was great to put our tent on… I could go on and on. The outhouse and composting toilet were the nicest and cleanest we have ever seen. J has truly thought of just about everything. We can’t wait to come back!

Lindsey T.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· December 2024

R-Frame

My partner is writing this review on my behalf since she has stayed at this cabin before and can compare trips: I was so excited to be able to come back and spend some more time in this cabin to see what a cold weather stay would be like, and it did not disappoint. In spite of the fact that the temperatures dropped to a chill factor of about 20, my partner and I stayed warm and cozy inside on account of the wood stove. It’s a small one, and if you start with a cold cabin it will take about an hour or two to reach a comfortable room temperature, but after that we only needed to feed it once in a while to keep the fire going. It burned all the way down overnight while we slept, but the cabin was still a little warm inside when we woke up the next morning. These are close quarters and perfect for a romantic getaway for two. Other than the small birds visiting the feeders, the area was extremely quiet and peaceful. We didn’t hear a soul. It was cold enough that we didn’t get a chance to walk about the property, but we were in the mood to stay cuddled up inside anyway. Just FYI, the composting toilet doesn’t work at these temperatures, so you have to improvise …we kept a bucket inside for #1 during the night.

Doug E.

2 reviews

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· November 2024

R-Frame

If you’re looking for a spot to camp that is completely private and peaceful, this is your spot! The cabin itself is cozy and the compostable toilet is very easy to use. There are many amenities provided for cooking, both for cooking over the fire or on a propane stove. There is even firewood provided, but we brought some of our own to supplement as well so we wouldn’t exhaust J’s supply! When we arrived, J offered to help us take our wood and supplies to the cabin with his UTV, but he does also provide a wagon you can use if he isn’t there. The cabin is a short walk from where you park. I’m not sure how large the property is, but my partner and I went on a 2 hour hike on the trails that J mentioned and I’m sure we only saw a fraction of what was out there. I would say the trails are not for beginner hikers, as there are frequent inclines and declines. We did rent both cabins so we would have the space to ourselves, but the second, smaller cabin is somewhat tucked away up on a hill. We could only just see the top of it peeking through the trees. The foliage was beautiful out there, definitely worth a visit! We will absolutely camp here again!

Shelly L.

2 reviews

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· September 2024

16 ft car · With kids ·

Lizzies RV Boondocking Site

Wonderful, well maintained site. Quiet and secluded while also conveniently situated. Great for families.

William F.

2 reviews

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· July 2024

Great for motorcycles!

Tent ·

Aunt Lizzies Escape

This is an excellent place for motocamping! I stayed for one night with my husband and our dog (on a Ducati Multistrada and Honda Transalp with a dog carrier). The camp site is spacious, private, peaceful, and in the thick of nature. It’s also the first place I felt comfortable training our puppy off-leash recall that isn’t fenced in. J. has added the most beautiful composting toilet and out building I have ever seen. The road is gravel. This is an area that is perfect for motorcycle touring, adventure riding, or dual sport riding. There seemed to be enough space to park a trailer if desired. As long as you stock up on water and food heading in, you’re all set.

Sarah S.

3 reviews

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· July 2024

Rustic in comfort

R-Frame

I tried both cabins, one night each, and this one was by far my favorite. I missed being up in the trees in the 1st cabin, but this one still has a lot of nature to offer! While it is rustic, this cabin provides all the basics you would need for a comfortable visit. It’s also PRIVATE. I stayed in the other cabin the 1st night and can say that, at least with leaves on the trees, you cannot see one cabin from the other (just the 1st cabin from the outhouse and vice versa). I was amazed at how clean the composting toilet was; it doesn’t smell at all. Even in the hot (90-ish!), humid weather, this place was comfortable; it has both a sliding screen door and a screen window on the opposite side near the bed for great air circulation. With my battery fan, I felt cool despite the outside temps. Roomy enough for me to sit behind the screen door in a hammock chair to enjoy reading during a rain storm. This site is far from main roads, and aside from the sound of a vehicle entering/leaving the main house about a few times a day, there's zero human noise; I've been reserving spots for years through sites like Hipcamp and this is the quietest I've stayed at yet. Nothing but the sounds of nature all around me. Several types of butterflies were attracted to wildflowers all around the cabin, and birds to nearby feeders. Firefly shows at night during summer. I strongly suggest printing any directions and information you want to have on you during your stay due to zero cell service.

Christina J.

10 reviews

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· July 2024

Quiet, private stay in the woods

Cabin in the Woods

This is the perfect spot for the solo traveler who is packing light and needs a quiet, serene place to stay. I wish I had more than 1500 characters to describe it. Be prepared for a little bit of a climb: the way to the cabin is a short hike of about 7 minutes, mostly uphill, and the last bit is a little steep. But this is what puts you in a great location on an edge that overlooks almost nothing but trees. It's PRIVATE. I stayed in the other cabin the 2nd night and can say that, at least with leaves on the trees, you cannot see one cabin from the other (only this cabin from the R's outhouse and vice versa). This site is far from main roads, and apart from the distant sound of a vehicle entering/leaving the main house about a few times a day, there is zero human noise; I've been reserving camping spots for years through sites like Hipcamp and this is the quietest I've stayed at yet. I got to enjoy nothing but the sounds of nature all around me. I strongly suggest printing any directions and information you want to have on you during your stay due to no cell service. There's a wagon provided, but it's solid metal; I wouldn't recommend pulling it up to this cabin. This site has a solo stove; I didn't see the directions for it in the cabin until after I used it with only the 2nd of the 2 pieces that goes on top. Be sure to read the directions: the 1st piece makes more room for wood to be in the stove and the 2nd piece goes on top of that for cooking.

Christina J.

10 reviews

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· June 2024

Absolutely beautiful!

Tent ·

Masons Ridge Remote Campsite

This is such a wonderful hidden gem. I'm so glad we found it! The host was very accommodating and keeps the property extremely well maintained. We stayed at one spot the first night because we arrived so late and didn't want to do the big hike in the middle of the night, then the next day we hiked up to our spot. Both camp sites were gorgeous, the hike to the one we went to the second day is definitely not for the weak, I'm a beginner hiker and this was my first experience backpacking, my boyfriend is very experienced thankfully and took most of the heavy load. I personally loved the hike, just took it slow and steady and enjoyed the scenery on my way. I have already recommended this hidden gem to friends and will continue to do so, it's hard to find good private camp sites and this one was an absolute winner. I'm already thinking about planning a girl's trip in one of the A frames!

Maria B.

2 reviews

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· June 2024

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20 ft travel trailer ·

Lizzies RV Boondocking Site

When I’m looking for a Hipcamp, I want one that has one site because we enjoy the solitude. Even though this Hipcamp has several sites you would never know it. We did not see any other camps or campers during our two nights stay. When we turned onto the road, I knew that we had made the right choice! Big woods and open fields with plenty of wildlife. We saw turkey, deer,, butterflies & birds. We heard coyotes, tree frogs & owls. The hiking trails felt as though you had entered a magical Forest, huge majestic trees were overhead and the forest floor was lush with ferns. (J. gave us detailed, hiking directions & we enjoyed a 4 mile hike with our two pups.) The camp site was big with paths through a field of milkweed & wildflowers that had beautiful butterflies dancing in the wind 🦋 it provided access to the picnic area with a charcoal grill, a compost outhouse and a fire ring. If you are tent camping, the wooden platform is the perfect place to set your tent on. The luxury of electric was a bonus as was the new, clean compost outhouse. The site to setup your R.V. Is close to a gravel road but there were only a handful of jeeps & side by side’s that drove by. We slept soundly for 11 hours both nights! The new cabins look amazing too. J. was just a text away when we couldn’t figure out the electrical connection. (Breaker was shut off) speaking of texting, my cell phone had connection by the picnic table. Thanks J for sharing this sweet camp.. Tami & Ric/Hazel & Duece 🐶

Tamara G.

6 reviews

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· June 2024

Great location!

22 ft campervan ·

Lizzies RV Boondocking Site

The site was perfect; it was secluded with easy access and a great view of the night sky. Our van is set up for 30 amp hookup, but the site is designed for 50 amp. The host was kind enough to divert from an ice cream run with the family to make a trip to Walmart and grab the converter cable. It was a wonderful night in a stunning location!

Eric N.

4 reviews

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· May 2024

Oh, that's a REAL Hike!

Tent ·

Masons Ridge Remote Campsite

The was a VERY secluded spot! So much, I completely hiked past in on the first Ruck in (hahaha) It is about 1.8/2mi ruck in from the parking spot, and its an uphill hike to get to the spot. I had to ruck out earlier than expected due to a night time shoot, and I was worried about hiking back in a 2am. SUPER QUIET and the hosts were very helpful with bringing in extra firewood and getting me to the spot when I missed it the first time. **Headpalm** For sure bring Bug Spray! Also, be very particular with what you NEED for this campout. This is NOT "Glamping" If I was just camping to unplug, this is the perfect spot!

Brian G.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· May 2024

Awesome spot is SE Ohio!

Tent ·

Aunt Lizzies Escape

Great spot for a nice quiet night in the woods. J is an awesome host and takes great pride in his land. I will definitely be back. Land is level with options for pitching a tent or parking your rig.

Chris K.

4 years on Hipcamp

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· November 2023

Wonderful stay on beautiful land

Tent ·

Masons Ridge Remote Campsite

We had a great few nights at masons ridge camp. The campsite itself felt isolated and private, if you want the feeling of being out in nature this spot is an excellent choice. Masons ridge provides good tree cover and had plenty of flat spots to places tents and good trees to hang lines from. Because we camped in mid-november the leaves had come off the trees revealing beautiful views down from The Ridges and colorful sunrises and sunsets. The campsite was equipped with nice fire ring with a Grill attachment. It had plenty of fallen wood to make fires from and already had some firewood in a wood holder at the campsite. There were plenty of wide, well maintained trails that winded through various parts of the property and with the map provided to us, we hand no problem navigating the trail systems through the picturesque ridges and Forest. Furthermore, We arrived in a rain storm that lasted for multiple hours. however this did not create any kind of issues with mud. The campsite dried out very quickly. And the trails did as well only a few low spots on the trails held onto water that turned into mud and the muddy spots were few and far between. The host went above and beyond making sure that we had a good time campaign on their land.

Dallas L.

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