Uncle Chuck's Cabin

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61 reviews

· Grand Rapids, Lucas, Ohio · 6 acres

Hosted by Chuck B.

Cabin

· 5 guests max · 2 beds · 1 toilet

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Chuck is a Star Host

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Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

This property is a great place to enjoy nature. The Metropark has an easement through the canal. Bendview park is nearby. Undeveloped park acreage is near the access road to the east. Fly kites or drones in the grassy field. Snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are fun winter sports to indulge in. Birds find sanctuary here. Baltimore orioles, Cedar Waxwings,eagles, bluebirds and pileated woodpeckers pass through. Arrowheads have been found everywhere. There's peace and quiet in the surrounding area. Learn more about this land: See nature up close at this secluded getaway a 10 minute walk from South River Road. Enjoy fishing, bird watching, water sports, hiking, campfires and star gazing. Situated on the grassy bank of the Maumee with a natural boat launch. Adjacent to Metropark towpath between Waterville and Grand Rapids. Your fee includes propane and propane lantern, firewood and gas for the generator, plus use of boat, life vests and oars. Property has a fire ring, picnic table, grill and charcoal, sanitary outhouse and ample parking. Cabin has a microwave, Keurig, wood stove, futon, loft with full size bed, 5-gallon thermos of water, and electricity from a generator. No running water or kitchen. We provide twin sheets and pillow for the futon. We also make the full size bed in the loft.See nature up close at this secluded getaway a 10 minute walk from South River Road. Large, open grassy field for snowmobiling, kites, drones or cross country skiing. Enjoy fishing, bird watching, water sports, hiking, campfires and star gazing. Situated on the grassy bank of the Maumee with a natural boat launch. Adjacent to Metroparks, undeveloped acreage and a groomed towpath by wooded lots. Waterville and Grand Rapids are two places to shop, dine and make new friends. Your fee includes propane and propane lantern, free firewood and gas for the generator, plus use of aluminum boat and oars with cushions and life vests. Property has a fire ring, picnic table, sanitary outhouse and ample parking. Cabin is furnished with first aid kit, tourist info and bottled water. A 5' futon downstairs and a full size bed in the loft, both with sheets, blankets and pillows. A 5-gallon thermos provides well water. Electric is supplied by generator, microwave and small grill with charcoal and lighter fluid are on site. No running water or kitchen. Come to the house for a meet and greet. No cleaning fee or pet charges.

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

5 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit. Fire extinguisher in cabin for emergencies.

Toilet available

Pit toilet

Pets allowed

Off leash, on leash. Use caution with loose dogs. Wild animals may lure them into the woods.

Potable water available

Full 5 gallon thermos of well water in cabin.

Bins available

Cooking equipment present

Grill over firepit, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils. Generator runs microwave, also a small table top grill for the picnic table and wood burning stove.

Picnic table present

Wifi available

M2x wifi at the host house, Verizon has slow 5G coverage.

No showers

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Moderate

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During high snowfalls, deep snow would require 4WD. Otherwise, the dirt access road is used year round by several landowners. Heavy rains make for deep puddles but passable.

During your trip

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69 Ratings · 61 reviews

Vivika C.

1 month on Hipcamp

Recommends

· February 2025

With pets

Thanks to chuck and his beautiful cabin me and my fiance had a good time. It was beautiful and peaceful will be coming back!!!!

Lisa S.

4 reviews

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· February 2025

Amazing!!!

This cabin was amazing! It's tied for first place for my favorite cabins. It is very clean, private, has an excellent view, and great amenities. The price is very competitive. Chuck and Anya were very nice and accommodating. It was cold out, the stove kept the cabin cozy with the provided firewood. I'm very short and the provided footstool made accessing the loft steps easy. Would stay here again.

Donnald H.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· January 2025

Uncle Chuck Cabin - 5 ⭐

Cabin was clean and well kept! Land was beautiful, river was beautiful! We had a great day/night.

Arthur B.

5 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· December 2024

Group trip

this was a perfect cozy cabin experience. everything provided if you left something behind. Chuck was very helpful with directions and when refilling the generator. Love the wood stove, we took the chance to cook inside instead of in the cold on a gas stove

Ellen W.

3 reviews

Recommends

· December 2024

Lovely spot, just as cozy as can be! Chuck showed us how to operate the cabin and we spent a warm night snuggled up inside. It was a little cold and snowy to use the expansive front porch to admire the river, but we look forward to another visit during the warmer months:).

Jack R.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2024

It was a great getaway for the evening!! Chuck was very helpful when I wasn’t able to locate where I needed to be for the keys! Overall great experience and I’ll definitely be coming back!

Location

Grand Rapids, Lucas, Ohio, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Peoria, Bodwéwadmi (Potawatomi), Myaamia, Kaskaskia, and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking