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The Explorer Lodge
740-279-2966
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[email protected]
The Explorer Lodge is a Jubach custom log home completely refurbished in 2023. Plenty of privacy and great views are included on the gated (7) wooded acres, yet central to everything the "Hill's" have to offer. Custom yard games such as Jenga, Connect Four, Croquet, Corn Hole and Yardzee! Take time to star gaze in the hot tub or heated (90...
Where You'll Sleep
Bedroom 1
1 King
Bedroom 2
1 King
Bedroom 3
1 King
Bedroom 4
1 King
Bedroom 5
1 King
Open Space 1
1 Futon, 2 Singles
Open Space 2
1 Pullout
Amenities
Hot Tub
Fire Ring
Air Conditioning
Swimming Pool
WiFi
BBQ Grill
Pets Not Allowed
Laundry Facility
Iron / Ironing Board
No Smoking Inside
Board Games
Activities
Ziplining
Climbing
River Rafting
Horse Riding
Wine Tasting
Animal Watching
4.83 · 12 reviews
Return stay just as amazing
We just got back from our second stay at this family cabin in the woods, and somehow it was even better than the first. This has quickly become one of our favorite getaways, and we're already looking forward to coming back again. If you're looking for a quiet, relaxing escape, this place is hard to beat.
Jenn - owner stay
April 
Wonderful
Cabin is wonderful and has plenty of stuff to do for every age group. Pool bigger than picture shows. Very clean and plenty of room. Plenty of board games and yard games. Theater room was stocked with dvds to watch.
Colleen
April 
Beautiful home! Incredibly peaceful.
The house was perfect for our family getaway. Love how secluded you feel at the home even though you are so close to all kinds of activities. Will be back again!
Bernard
March 
Relaxing, Refreshing, and Quiet
This location was perfect for our group of women to have our bible study retreat weekend. Quiet, all the amenities we needed and space to be together, and apart :)
Angie
June 2025
Amazing accommodations and great communication!
The communication was quick, helpful, and efficient from staff. Instructions for the stay were clear and well communicated. The accommodations were amazing. Kitchen was well stocked. The place was well decorated, clean, and updated. We hope to stay again!
Carlie
May 2025
wonderful experience.
Clean, Organized, good vives!
ALICIA
January 2025
Beautiful cabin in a remote lot with all the amenities!
We had 13 of us at this cabin and our stay was outstanding. The plunge pool, hot tub, wifi, tv's, game room, dual fridges, yard games, fire pit, barbecue, bar area all made it wonderful. Cons: The hot tub had too many chemicals in it and the water looked like it could use a change but we still used it. The cabin wasn't very clean when we arrived;...
WILLIAM
August 2024
Wonderful lodge with a well stocked kitchen!
Very clean accommodations. Plunge pool was a hit with kids. The kitchen had everything needed to prepare a wide variety of meals. TV room w/surround sound was outstanding. Our family of 14 had plenty of space.
Jeffrey
June 2024
A wonderful retreat that our family toughly enjoyed! A great gathering place!
Outdoor activities for the entire family, and a fantastic home to enjoy inside as well! Room for all the family to play games, electronic or board, play in the exercise pool or hot tub and enjoy a great meal around a wonderful dinning table! Our family loved the cabin and all the grounds around it. We will defiantly return!
Paul
March 2024
Our stay at The Explorer Lodge was a truly amazing family getaway.
During our stay at The Explorer Lodge we had all the modern luxuries of home (and more) all while being surrounded by a beautiful and peaceful forest setting. The cabin was spacious, with plenty of room and entertainment for all. The kitchen had everything we could need to prepare a gourmet meal, and plenty of room for a large group dinner. The...
Kelly
December 2023
Amazing weekend getaway!
The Explorer Lodge felt like a life-sized Lincoln log cabin with all the amenities - plenty of room for the 14 of us to spread out, immaculate and beautiful décor. It was in the 40's during our stay and the heated plunge pool was put to good use by the kids (much larger than it looked in the pictures) while the adults lounged on the porches...
Janet
November 2023
Good.
It was clean. But the check out time of 10 am is too early compared to many other facilities. It should be a minimum of 11 am as that is more standard.
sunita
October 2023
Jenn - owner stay
April 
Return stay just as amazing
We just got back from our second stay at this family cabin in the woods, and somehow it was even better than the first. This has quickly become one of our favorite getaways, and we're already looking forward to coming back again. If you're looking for a quiet, relaxing escape, this place is hard to beat.

Owner's reply: Thank you, Jenn! We're thrilled to hear your second stay was even better than the first and that the cabin has become one of your favorite getaways. We truly appreciate your continued support and kind words. It means a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back again soon!

Colleen
April 
Wonderful
Cabin is wonderful and has plenty of stuff to do for every age group. Pool bigger than picture shows. Very clean and plenty of room. Plenty of board games and yard games. Theater room was stocked with dvds to watch.

Owner's reply: Thank you so much for your kind review! We're very happy you had a great stay and enjoyed everything the cabin had to offer. We truly appreciate you choosing us and would love to host you again in the future!

Bernard
March 
Beautiful home! Incredibly peaceful.
The house was perfect for our family getaway. Love how secluded you feel at the home even though you are so close to all kinds of activities. Will be back again!
Angie
June 2025
Relaxing, Refreshing, and Quiet
This location was perfect for our group of women to have our bible study retreat weekend. Quiet, all the amenities we needed and space to be together, and apart :)
Carlie
May 2025
Amazing accommodations and great communication!
The communication was quick, helpful, and efficient from staff. Instructions for the stay were clear and well communicated. The accommodations were amazing. Kitchen was well stocked. The place was well decorated, clean, and updated. We hope to stay again!
ALICIA
January 2025
wonderful experience.
Clean, Organized, good vives!
WILLIAM
August 2024
Beautiful cabin in a remote lot with all the amenities!
We had 13 of us at this cabin and our stay was outstanding. The plunge pool, hot tub, wifi, tv's, game room, dual fridges, yard games, fire pit, barbecue, bar area all made it wonderful. Cons: The hot tub had too many chemicals in it and the water looked like it could use a change but we still used it. The cabin wasn't very clean when we arrived; there was sand on the floor in the basement / game room but we did a quick clean up. Location is awesome, close to everything!
Jeffrey
June 2024
Wonderful lodge with a well stocked kitchen!
Very clean accommodations. Plunge pool was a hit with kids. The kitchen had everything needed to prepare a wide variety of meals. TV room w/surround sound was outstanding. Our family of 14 had plenty of space.
Paul
March 2024
A wonderful retreat that our family toughly enjoyed! A great gathering place!
Outdoor activities for the entire family, and a fantastic home to enjoy inside as well! Room for all the family to play games, electronic or board, play in the exercise pool or hot tub and enjoy a great meal around a wonderful dinning table! Our family loved the cabin and all the grounds around it. We will defiantly return!
Kelly
December 2023
Our stay at The Explorer Lodge was a truly amazing family getaway.
During our stay at The Explorer Lodge we had all the modern luxuries of home (and more) all while being surrounded by a beautiful and peaceful forest setting. The cabin was spacious, with plenty of room and entertainment for all. The kitchen had everything we could need to prepare a gourmet meal, and plenty of room for a large group dinner. The plunge pool exceeded our expectations- it was wonderful relaxing in the pool and the hot tub under the stars. Would love to stay again!
Janet
November 2023
Amazing weekend getaway!
The Explorer Lodge felt like a life-sized Lincoln log cabin with all the amenities - plenty of room for the 14 of us to spread out, immaculate and beautiful décor. It was in the 40's during our stay and the heated plunge pool was put to good use by the kids (much larger than it looked in the pictures) while the adults lounged on the porches and enjoyed the views. We LOVED the private/natural setting, the gaming tables, the fire pit, the theatre room, & proximity to town. Thank you!
sunita
October 2023
Good.
It was clean. But the check out time of 10 am is too early compared to many other facilities. It should be a minimum of 11 am as that is more standard.
Location
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