The Beehive at Bigfoot Hollow
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
The Beehive at Bigfoot Hollow is a kid-friendly, smoke-free stay in Athens County, United States, positioned as a family-fun getaway with an unusually entertainment-focused setup. It has a very high public rating of 4.960727 based on 55 reviews.
Entertainment & indoor amenities
Inside, the property is stocked for staying in: games, toys, books, a 55-inch LCD TV with streaming services, and cable TV, plus a DVD player with a movie collection. It also includes a Wii with games, real arcade games, and a massage chair. A retro-themed living room adds character with a working typewriter, a Viewmaster, and a record player.
Outdoor space & recreation
Outdoor features include a screened-in back porch, a fenced yard, and an outdoor grill for cookouts. For more active recreation, there is a paintball park on site.
Kitchen & laundry
The Beehive includes a kitchen for self-catering as well as a washer for longer stays. Air conditioning is available for warmer weather.
Location & nearby dining
The property is about 5 minutes from Burr Oak State Park, known for swimming and hiking. Nearby dining options include Sikorski’s Home Plate (about 2.26 km), OH’S Kitchen (about 2.34 km), and Bonnie's Home Cooking (about 2.51 km), with additional restaurants farther out such as Cardinal Dining Room & Bar (about 4.19 km). Regional air access includes Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport (about 55.59 km) and John Glenn Columbus International Airport (about 90.57 km).
Best for
Best suited to families and groups who want a stay with lots to do on-site, thanks to arcade games, a Wii, movies, books, and a fenced yard plus a screened porch. It also works well for outdoors-oriented travelers who plan day trips to Burr Oak State Park for swimming and hiking while keeping a stocked kitchen and grill for easy meals back at the property.
Travel tips
Plan a grocery run and make use of the kitchen, outdoor grill, and washer—this place is set up for longer, self-catered stays. For day trips, Burr Oak State Park is only about a 5-minute drive; it’s a convenient anchor for swimming and hiking. If flying in, note the drive: Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport is roughly 55.6 km away and John Glenn Columbus International Airport about 90.6 km away.
What guests say
Reviews emphasize a cozy, welcoming atmosphere and a distinctly positive “good energy” feel. Guests also note the space can feel larger than expected, suggesting the layout accommodates groups comfortably. Another recurring mention is the presence of friendly neighborhood cats around the property. No specific negative themes are provided in the available excerpts.
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