Slate & Stone Curated Retreats

11/11/2024

Today, we pause to honor all who have served, with profound gratitude for two very special people—our owners, both U.S. Army veterans- Williamson and Connie Williamson. Their dedication to this country is the heartbeat behind Slate and Stone, reminding us daily of the strength and resilience it takes to serve and protect.

To all veterans, thank you for your sacrifice and bravery. You are in our hearts today and every day.

Happy Veterans Day 🇺🇸

11/11/2024

Just a few miles up the road, John Glenn Astronomy Park offers an unforgettable experience beneath the stars—and we were lucky enough to experience it firsthand last weekend! This free park invites you to explore the universe with state-of-the-art telescopes and fascinating programs, running primarily from spring through fall.

During our visit, we marveled at Saturn’s rings, glimpsed a dying star, and even spotted the recently passing comet C/2023 A3. It was a truly magical night, one that will stay with us for years to come.

If you’re planning a visit, be sure to reserve your parking spot in advance (it’s free!) as popular stargazing nights fill up quickly. Whether you’re a seasoned stargazer or simply curious, a night at John Glenn Astronomy Park is an incredible adventure under the Hocking Hills sky—a local gem right up the road from Slate & Stone 🌌

10/28/2024

Meet Ozzie, our resident barred owl! 🦉 He’s a regular here, often spotted perched in the trees at the back of our property, keeping an eye on things.

Barred owls like Ozzie are known for their distinctive “Who cooks for you? Who cooks for you all?” call, and if you’re lucky, you might hear him at night while soaking in the hot tub. Just imagine a warm soak with the soothing sounds of nature… and a few hoots from Ozzie!

Fun fact: Barred owls don’t migrate and usually stay in the same area year-round. So, Ozzie has truly made himself at home here, just like our guests.

10/27/2024

This past Friday, we had the incredible opportunity to spend the day with 🌳 exploring the forest across our 120-acre property in the heart of the Hocking Hills.

Jordan’s depth of knowledge and passion for educating landowners about their forest truly inspired us. He’s helping us shape a forest management plan that aligns with our stewardship goals, fostering a lasting relationship with this land.

Learning to identify trees and plants, understanding the distinction between conservation and preservation, and uncovering the history of our property have deepened our connection to this place we call home.

Our mission is to create more than just a vacation rental community. We’re committed to building an immersive nature experience that invites guests to connect with the forest as deeply as we do.

Stay tuned for a BIG announcement later this week! We’re beyond excited to share our property and cabins with you!

10/17/2024

There is no better way to experience the beauty of these 120 acres in the heart 💚 of the Hocking Hills than our over 5 miles scenic, private hiking trails 🥾 These trails wind through rippling creeks, scenic overlooks, and magical river birch forests 🌳

The past few months we have been planning and preparing our brand-new retreats in the woods and we are so excited to share them with you! If all goes as planned, our calendars 🗓️ will open November 1st!!!

We can’t talk about our trails without mentioning who so thoughtfully laid out these trails to showcase the features of this amazing property.

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09/02/2024

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labor Day!

Here are a few photos of the progress and work that has been done on the new cottages we are building. It takes a lot of skilled people to bring this vision to reality.

09/01/2024

Hi all!

Our new cottages are moving right along! We are getting close to opening our calendar back up. To keep you in the loop we are starting an email list to share updates on our cottages, special deals, and exciting activities in the area.

Sign up for the list and be the first to know when our new cottages are finished and special pricing.

Thank you for supporting our small, family-owned-veteran business. We love what the Hocking Hills has to offer and we love sharing that with our guests.

-Creekside Cottages at Hocking Hills

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07/30/2024

📣Updates for our Creekside Cottages Community!📣

We are taking a brief hiatus from renting out our beloved Bear’s Den Cottage. Tom and Connie, the owner’s of Creekside Cottages, love this sweet cottage so much they decided to move in while they build their dream home.🏡

We will re-open this fall with our 4 brand new cottages that are currently under construction. Stay tuned for updates and join us in celebrating this new chapter📖 We can’t wait to welcome you to our extended Creekside Cottages family this fall! 🧡🍁🏡

05/31/2024

According to USA TODAY, Whispering Cave in the Hocking Hills was ranked as the best hiking trail in the nation! What a fantastic honor!

If you’ve spent some time there, drop a comment below and let me know what you thought of it.

Lots of great hikes and fun things to do this time of year!

Ohio has some great hiking trails but one trail has been ranked as the best in the U.S.

05/27/2024

To our heroes that gave it all, we thank you and remember your sacrifice on this day.

To everyone out there, we hope you have a safe and fun Memorial Day weekend with family and friends!

“This We’ll Defend”

05/10/2024

Did you know that this year is State Parks 75 year anniversary? This November is also the 100 year anniversary of the state purchasing the Old Mans Cave area. It was originally a state forest park.

04/19/2024

Spent some time at the cottage last weekend with my wife and oldest friends! Caught some newts in one of our ponds then let them go. Found a morel mushroom and this other cool mushroom I couldn’t name. Went to Conkles Hollow which is about 13 minutes away, and Miles made this really cool hook game and burned a very detailed bear on it with a soldering iron.

I’m thankful to be a part of this and enjoy every minute of it. If you know what kind of mushroom this is, let me know in the comments. Also, what spots in Hocking are you enjoying? Any good fishing spots out there?

04/18/2024

If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant🌿🌷🌱