Pool House Lodge is a large group cabin rental in McArthur, Ohio — Southern Hocking Hills — that sleeps up to 20 guests across 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and 22 private wooded acres, with a private heated indoor pool open year-round. About 90 minutes southeast of Columbus and 25 minutes from Old Man's Cave.
Pool House Lodge is a private luxury cabin in Hocking Hills, Ohio that sleeps up to 20 guests. It has 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a private heated indoor pool, an 8-person hot tub, a full game room, and a chef's kitchen — everything a large group needs without splitting up across multiple properties. The lodge sits on 22 private wooded acres in McArthur, Ohio, in the Southern Region of Hocking Hills — 11.4 miles from Ash Cave, 15 miles from Old Man's Cave, 16.6 miles from Lake Hope State Park, and about 90 minutes southeast of Columbus.
Why Large Groups Choose Pool House Lodge
Most Hocking Hills cabins max out at 10–12 guests, which means large families and big groups end up booking multiple properties, coordinating across separate kitchens, and splitting up for meals. Pool House Lodge was designed differently — one property, one kitchen, one pool, one fire ring. Everyone stays together.
The kitchen has double dishwashers and double sinks. The game room has a pool table, foosball, arcade, board games, puzzles, and cornhole. The covered back deck overlooks the rolling hills with an outdoor fireplace. The fire ring has 10 Adirondack chairs. The property has private trails on 22 wooded acres. There's no reason to leave unless you want to.
Full Specs — Large Group Cabin Hocking Hills
| Pool House Lodge — Complete Specs | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | Sleeps up to 20 guests |
| Bedrooms | 7 bedrooms across three levels |
| Bathrooms | 5 full bathrooms |
| Indoor Pool | 15×28 ft, heated to 82–84°F, private, year-round |
| Hot Tub | 8-person outdoor, lower covered patio with hill views |
| Game Room | Pool table, foosball, full arcade cabinet, 75″ TV, board games |
| Kitchen | Chef's kitchen, gas range, double ovens, double dishwashers, double sinks, full bar, Weber grill |
| Fire Ring | 20-ft concrete pad, 10 Adirondack chairs, smokeless |
| Property | 22 private wooded acres — no neighboring cabins visible |
| On-Site Trails | Gnome Trail (0.6 mi) + Swing Trail with hilltop views |
| Laundry | 3 washer/dryer sets on-site |
| Parking | 10 vehicles, paved, flat, EV charging |
| Wheelchair Access | Step-free ramps, roll-in shower, 36-inch doorways, accessible parking |
| WiFi | High-speed, smart TVs in every bedroom |
| Rating | 4.93 stars across 55+ reviews on Airbnb and VRBO |
| Drive from Columbus | ~1.5 hours |
| Drive from Cincinnati | ~2.5 hours |
| Drive from Cleveland | ~2.5 hours |
| Drive from Dayton | ~2 hours |
| Drive from Pittsburgh | ~3 hours |
Property note: The 22 wooded acres are unfenced and open. Children must be supervised at all times when outdoors on the property.
What Amenities Does Pool House Lodge Have for Large Groups?
What Types of Large Groups Stay at Pool House Lodge?
The property is used year-round by a wide range of groups. The common thread: they want everyone under one roof instead of split across two or three smaller properties.
- Family reunions — multiple generations, one property, no coordinating across cabins
- Multigenerational trips — wheelchair accessible, grandparents to grandkids all in one place
- Milestone birthdays — 40th, 50th, 60th — pool, hot tub, game room, fire pit
- Corporate retreats — team of 10–20, fully private, fast WiFi, chef's kitchen
- Holiday weekends — Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, Fourth of July, Labor Day
- Fall foliage trips — 25 min from Old Man's Cave, October peak color
- Bachelorette parties — pool, hot tub, game room, no outside venue needed
- Sports team trips — team bonding, full kitchen, game room, enough room for everyone
- Church retreats — private property, meeting space, full kitchen setup
What Is There to Do Near Pool House Lodge?
Old Man's Cave — 15 miles
The most visited trail in Hocking Hills. The gorge winds through sandstone formations and past waterfalls. About 25–30 minutes from the lodge — a classic day trip for the group.
Ash Cave — 11.4 miles
Ohio's largest recess cave. The main trail is paved and nearly flat, making it one of the most accessible major attractions in the region. Works for all ages and mobility levels.
Lake Hope State Park — 16.6 miles
Fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, mountain biking. Good option for a group day out when the weather cooperates. Multiple trail difficulty levels.
John Glenn Astronomy Park — 15.6 miles
One of Ohio's designated dark-sky parks. Public telescope nights. Check their schedule before planning around it — a clear night here is memorable.
Moonville Tunnel — 18.2 miles
A historic railroad tunnel with a local ghost story. Short hike in, dramatic payoff. Under an hour round-trip, all ages.
Horseback Riding & More
Equestrian Ridge Farm (8.7 mi) for horseback riding, WiseGuys Golf Simulator (5.6 mi) for indoor golf, and Le Petite Chevalier Winery (5.2 mi) for a Friday or Saturday evening.
What Guests Say
"Best experience in 20 years. Photos don't do it justice. Having two dishwashers and two sinks made hosting 20 people effortless."
"The pool made the trip. Everyone stayed together for once — no splitting up, no missing out."
"The first cabin we've found that is TRULY handicap accessible. They thought of everything."
Frequently Asked Questions — Large Group Cabin Hocking Hills
What is the best large group cabin in Hocking Hills?
Pool House Lodge is one of the top large-group cabin rentals in Hocking Hills, Ohio. It sleeps up to 20 guests across 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, has a private heated indoor pool open year-round, is wheelchair accessible, and sits on 22 private wooded acres about 90 minutes from Columbus.
Are there Hocking Hills cabins that sleep 20 people?
Yes. Pool House Lodge sleeps up to 20 guests. It is designed for groups of 10–20 who want to stay together on one private property rather than splitting across multiple smaller cabins.
Does Pool House Lodge have a private indoor pool?
Yes. A 15×28 ft private heated indoor pool, open year-round, climate-controlled, exclusively for your group. Full pool specs and FAQ here.
How far is Pool House Lodge from Columbus, Ohio?
About 1.5 hours southeast of Columbus. From Cincinnati, about 2.5 hours. From Cleveland, about 2.5 hours. From Dayton, about 2 hours. From Pittsburgh, about 3 hours.
Does Pool House Lodge have enough bathrooms for 20 people?
Yes. 5 full bathrooms for up to 20 guests. That's one of the best bathroom ratios among large-group cabins in the Hocking Hills area.
Is Pool House Lodge wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Step-free ramps at front and side, dedicated accessible bedroom suite with roll-in shower and grab bars, 36-inch doorways, and accessible pool deck. One of the only truly wheelchair accessible large-group cabins in Hocking Hills. Full accessibility details here.
What types of groups does Pool House Lodge work for?
Family reunions, multigenerational trips, milestone birthdays, corporate retreats, holiday gatherings, bachelorette parties, sports team trips, church retreats, and more. The property is designed for groups that want to stay together in one place instead of splitting into multiple smaller properties.
Check Availability for Your Group
7 bedrooms, sleeps 20, private indoor pool, 22 acres. Fall weekends and summer holiday weekends book months ahead.
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Posted July 8, 2026 · Updated July 2026