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Tappan Lake Area: Sunny, peaceful Cottage with Fishing Pond on 13 Gorgeous Acres

Tappan Lake Area: Sunny, peaceful Cottage with Fishing Pond on 13 Gorgeous Acres

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Overview of Tappan Lake Area: Sunny, peaceful Cottage with Fishing Pond on 13 Gorgeous Acres

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Deersville, OH
  • Popular LocationTappan Lake4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAtwood Lake42 min drive
  • Popular LocationSalt Fork State Park49 min drive
  • AirportWheeling, WV (HLG-Ohio County)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tappan Lake Area: Sunny, peaceful Cottage with Fishing Pond on 13 Gorgeous Acres

Cozy but roomy fully-furnished two bedroom cottage on a heartbreakingly beautiful 13 acre lot in Ohio's rolling Amish country. Located in the picturesque Victorian town of Deersville, five to ten minutes drive from fishing and boating on both Tappan Lake and Lake Clendenning and twenty-five minutes drive from the bustling burg of New Philadelphia, Fleming's Family Cottage is a peaceful, private haven.

Sunlight pours in through the skylight in the huge upstairs bedroom, which features a comfy queen bed and a twin bed separated by a low partition. Two huge closets and a dresser invite you to stay for a while; An overstuffed chair and ottoman tempt you to sit and read or take a nap; A desk and chair with a tree laden window view beckons you to write or think; And a TV nook stocked with videos gives the kids something to do when they're tuckered out from their day at the lake.


Downstairs, an elegant bedroom with a queen sized bed, a private window, dresser and roomy closet, connects to a bright, contemporary bathroom, with tub and shower and lots of cupboards. A bright and spacious modern eat-in kitchen looks out onto the stunning front lawn. The living room, with it's high ceilings, is comfortable and gracious, its window also framing the rolling, tree-graced lawn.

But though the house is wonderfully inviting, you'll find yourself drawn to wander the beautiful forested property. Dotted with tall fir trees, maples and willow trees, the property is breathtakingly beautiful in every season. A winding, tree-shaded path leads you to a large, cattail-fringed private pond stocked with fish. Dragonflies zigzag in the warm spring and summer air.

Deer, safe from hunters on this land, dart in and out of the foliage, watching you as you follow the path up and over large and ancient rock formations, and make your way into a dense forest. Surrounded by whispering trees, and the occasional tap-tap-whirr of a woodpecker's beak pecking into hard wood, you will visibly relax. At night, the stars fill the sky, owls hoot, and pond frogs peep in a loud chorus, lulling you to an easy sleep.

Amenities: Wifi, Roku TV, Washer and Dryer, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, coffee maker, Charcoal Grill, Portable fire pit outside Cottage, Fire Pit at Pond, benches at Pond,. VCR and videotape library, books, board games, .,picnic table, Whole House Air Conditioning. Sheets and towels provided.

Activities: One minute walk from the Deersville General Store (just up the hill) and their famous homemade ice-cream. Five to ten minutes drive from boating and fishing on the majestic Tappan or Clendenning Lakes, where you can rent a boat and swim, water-ski or fish.

The acreage on the property itself invites hiking; the large private pond is stocked with fish just waiting to be caught. For an excellent lunch and a tour of the Railroad Museum, visit Depot Town, fifteen minutes drive away in Dennison. New Philadelphia, with it's coffee houses, shops, movie theater, restaurants and busy summer entertainment schedule, is a scenic 25 minute drive away. 45 Minutes to an hour away is the heart of Ohio's famous Amish Country. Deersville is on the Register of Historical Places, and is one hour south of Akron, Ohio and one hour West of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Please Note: Very occasionally, the owners of the property travel down from Michigan to stay at the Mobile Home to do necessary maintenance work to keep the property (including the Cottage) up-to-date. The Mobile Home is over 200 feet from the Cottage and there is a tall privacy fence about 25 feet from the Cottage (and the sitting area). The Mobile Home is tucked away, and the property owners assure complete privacy for their guests.

Property manager

Jim Fleming
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Languages

English, French, Greek, Italian

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
12 and under must be accompanied by adult @ pond.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
For inside events (up to four hours) 15. Out: 30.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Two pets (dogs or cats). Must be crated when away.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO RV's on property. Campfires designated areas. Pick up any trash left outside or on paths. All trash in bags. Dogs must be crated if away.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: For inside events (up to four hours) 15. Out: 30.
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Deersville

Located in Deersville, this cottage is on a lake. Tappan Lake and Clendening Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dennison Depot Railroad Museum and Uhrichsville Water Park. Jet skiing and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.
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Deersville, OH

What's nearby

  • Tappan Lake - 4 min drive
  • Dennison Depot Railroad Museum - 22 min drive
  • Schoenbrunn Village - 29 min drive
  • Atwood Lake - 42 min drive
  • Salt Fork State Park - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Eagle Nest Carry-Out & Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Geno's Carry Out - 17 min drive
  • Latitude 40 Restaurant at Tappan Lake Marina - 14 min drive
  • Nola's - 17 min drive
  • Riley's Lakeside Restaurant - 15 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lora M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Totality 2024
We prefer more secluded due to traveling with dogs however there was ample space and a nice trail for their excercise needs. Despite the proximity of neighbors businesses and the main street , it was quiet relaxing and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little getaway with all you could need
The property is beautiful, the decor is eccentric in the best way and we had everything we needed. Communication was excellent and we felt very at home while away from home. The beds were a bit firm for our liking, but I know that is subjective. My 3 year old loved the vintage toys and I made a scavenger hunt based on all of the fun art and decor for my 11 year old when we had a rainy day. The fishing pond was lovely and we all caught some fish. We will definitely be back! I'm sure the property is even more spectacular in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Our second time staying. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deer Heaven
We had a very nice time. Deer on property every day. Beautiful trail leading to a pond. Very relaxing, which is what we were looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We enjoyed our stay thoroughly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jim Fleming

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The property owners, Jim & Eleni Fleming, are both self employed entrepeneurs. Jim has owned his agency (a music talent agency) for over 40 years. Eleni is a public speaker and speaking coach with clients from around the world. Eleni's business website is www.theelenigroup.com, Jim's is www.flemingartists.com.

Why they chose this property

When we first discovered Deersville on a back roads trip to Virginia, buying a piece of property was the furthest things from our minds. Then we happened on the property and fell in love with it. We feel it is a lovely piece of property and it is our pleasure, and honor, to share it with others.

What makes this property unique

The lovely property that is about 2/3rds wooded (with a walking path that surrounds the property), the pond and the well appointed cottage that our guests stay in. We also have a three bedroom Mobile Home (about 200 feet from the Cottage-with a privacy fence in-between the two homes) that has a deck that overlooks the property. One entrance to Tappan Lake is a five minute drive from the Cottage. We are big fans of Lake Clendeninig which is about a 15 minute drive from the Cottage. Deersville is a lovely village, small with an impressive history and with good people, many of whom have become friends. We feel very lucky to have discovered Deersville, a village that is over 200 years old.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Greek

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