Modern Nature Cabin | Private Escape in the Forest

Summary:
Escape to this charming 1BR/1BA retreat at Pole Barn, where rustic character blends with cozy, modern amenities. Nestled in a peaceful setting, it’s ideal for a relaxing getaway, creative retreat, or quiet work-from-home escape. The space features a comfortable bedroom, spotless bathroom, convenient kitchenette, and tranquil views of nature. Just minutes from Hanover College and historic downtown Madison, IN — perfect for exploring local shops, dining, and scenic riverfront walks!

The Space:
ACCESS TYPE:
▻ Guests have access to the entire home

Main floor:
▻ Living room- featuring a comfortable queen-pullout sofa and an available smart TV for your entertainment
▻ Kitchen and dining area- equipped with a dishwasher, stove, oven, blender, microwave, fridge, basic cookware and silverware
▻ Bathroom- toilet and shower
▻ Bedroom- with a comfortable queen-sized bed
▻ Available washer and dryer

HIGHLIGHTS:
▻ Self check-in with keyless entry
▻ Available washer and dryer
▻ Wireless internet
▻ Available firepit
▻ Board games for indoor fun
▻ Large parking area
▻ Electric Grill

ACCESSIBILITY:
▻ One-floor home

Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ Large parking space that can accommodate up to 4 cars

ENTERING THE HOME:
▻ The Home is Accessed Via Self Check-In Using a Smart Lock with a Unique Code Per Guest.

The Neighborhood:
Nearby Attractions & Landmarks (by car)
▻ Chain Mill Falls – located on the property with direct trail access
▻ Hanover College / Main Street Hanover – ~5 min
▻ Historic Downtown Madison – ~10 min
▻ Clifty Falls State Park – ~15 min
▻ Lanier Mansion State Historic Site – ~12 min
▻ Madison Railroad Station Museum – ~12 min

Coffee & Breakfast Spots
▻ HoneyBean Coffee Co – ~1 min
▻ Higher Grounds Coffee, Tea & Smoothies – ~7 min
▻ Hos Coffee – ~6 min
▻ The Red Roaster Coffee & Eatery – ~6 min
▻ Scooter’s Coffee – ~5 min

Lunch & Dinner Favorites
▻ Analog Coffee & Records – ~6 min
▻ Red On Main – ~6 min
▻ Brittany’s Brick Oven Pizza – ~6 min
▻ Shipley’s Tavern – ~6 min
▻ Madison Lighthouse – ~10 min
▻ River Oak Chophouse – ~10 min

Outdoor & Nature Spots
▻ Chain Mill Falls – on-site
▻ Clifty Falls State Park – ~15 min
▻ Ohio River Scenic Byway – ~10 min
▻ Heritage Trail in Madison – ~12 min

Getting Around:
GETTING AROUND:
▻ We recommend Uber or Lyft. We have not had any issues with either.


EVENT OR TOUR OPTIONS:
▻ If you are looking for a tour guide or event transportation in the area, please let us know! We would be happy to help.

Other Things to Note:
We take pride in offering a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for your stay. The home is professionally cleaned and well-maintained, though minor signs of age may be present as this is a well-loved home rather than a hotel-style property. If anything needs attention, we’ll address it promptly to ensure a stress-free visit. We kindly ask that you treat the home as your own, and guests are responsible for any damages or loss, which should be reported immediately.

HOUSE RULES:
▻ Please do not unplug any electronics that are currently connected. Unplugging devices may result in a $100 fee.
▻ Strictly NO PARTIES.
▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM
▻ Strictly NO SMOKING
▻ Kindly keep noise and activity neighbor-friendly.
▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.
▻ Visitors are welcome but only with prior notice and host approval.

By booking this property, you agree to follow all rules and guidelines outlined in the listing. Failure to comply may result in a $500 fee, charged to the credit card used for the reservation.

POLICIES:
▻ Early Check-In – We’ll do our best to accommodate! Same-day requests depend on our cleaning team, and for future stays, the only guaranteed option is booking the prior night (if available).
▻ Luggage Drop – We’re happy to allow luggage drop with prior host approval.
▻ Late Check-Out – Let us know by the day before, and we’ll do our best to accommodate until 12 PM. To guarantee a late check-out, the following night would need to be booked. Please note, unapproved late check-outs may incur a $50/hour fee, and check-outs at 12 PM or later will be considered an extra night’s stay.
▻ Package Delivery – We cannot guarantee safe or timely receipt of packages sent to the home. For reliability, we recommend using a local pick-up location or requesting doorstep delivery if sending items here.
▻ No Pets Policy - NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.

▻ Third-Party Bookings - We cannot accept bookings made on behalf of someone else.
▻ Mail Back Service - If you forget something, we can mail it back for a $50 fee (as long as it’s not an oversized item)
▻ Cancellation - We provide a free cancellation if you cancel more than 30 days in advanced or within 24 hours of confirmation (as long as the check in date is more than 2 weeks out). If the cancellation is not during these windows, we will provide you a refund of any amount recouped from another booking during the same reservation dates, but this can only occur if you cancel the reservation to allow us to host other guests.
▻ There is an exterior camera installed near the front door overlooking the entrance, it is on and recording 24/7.