Handicapped Accommodations in Hocking Hills
Most accommodations are specifically for couples, children, and general sportsmen, and most are not wheelchair accessible. This inexcusable oversight on the part of the lodging industry has proved to be a hindrance to disabled visitors.
Fortunately, there are a few cabin owners that realize being in a chair does not equate to being a hermit. Nor do they equate a disability with being anything less than a whole person with family and friends.
Each and every cabin is rented with available deluxe features. The Traveling Chef is a gourmet that brings the romantic dinner right to your rental cabin door. White Oak Massage Therapy and Spa Services is at your becking call, ready to pamper you as you lounge in a Hocking Hills rental cabin.
Some of the best handicapped-accessible lodging in Hocking Hills is as follows:
The Bunk House in Hocking County is located three miles between Ash Cave and Old Mans Cave. Lake Logan and Lake Rose is also close by, and both is great fishing spots. The cabin itself is surrounded by an oak fence, has a fine flower garden along with 23 acres and a stream for your privacy and enjoyment. The cabin is only a short drive away from other state parks, and only minutes away from gas, groceries and other local establishments.
The closest health care facility is Hocking Valley Hospital in Logan, about 15 minutes away. Urgent care has a noteworthy history of being quick, and is open seven days a weak from noon to 10pm.
The Hocking Valley Hospital is able to care for almost any emergency, including a five-bed, intensive care unit. If however, specialized medical care is needed, air flight of 15 minutes puts the patient in easy access of Columbus hospitals.
This two bedroom, one story home is comfortably decorated. Each bedroom has a television and a closet. There is a queen sized bed in one bedroom, and twin singles in the other. The sofa also makes into a queen-sized bed, bringing the total to six that can sleep comfortably.
Although the fully equipped, service for eight kitchen is of regular height, the appliances is easily accessed from a wheelchair. The bathroom is an extremely large area, and easily accommodates the wheelchair and all of its movement. It has a double-head shower for complete hygiene activities.
The list of amenities is surprisingly long, and includes surround sound, satellite, CD/DVD/VCR players, phone/computer hookups, and a security system. There is also a washer, dryer, central air, gas logs, plenty of parking space and a fire ring with free wood.
Children are not only allowed, but are welcome and stay free of charge. Pets are also welcome, but the owner requests that pets not be left alone and that leash laws are obeyed. Unlike most other accommodations, smoking inside is also permitted, but it is desirable if done outside when the weather permits.
The Beverly Hills Cabin, in Vinton County is located near Ash Cave. Its location is a bit further than the other stays on this list. But the added distance of going to the state parks is a relatively minor matter when compared to an emergency return to the city. Medical care is, unfortunately, a multi-level consideration of traveling, especially if ill health exists. The closest health care facility is Hocking Valley Hospital in Logan, about 15 minutes away.
The cabin does have a bedroom loft, but this is the only area not easily accessed by a chair. With proper and safe assistance, this quaint and cozy bedroom is not entirely out of bounds. However, a quality, queen size air mattress is provided to be placed on the floor of the main room to assist in the mobility arena. This mattress raises about one foot up from the floor.
There is an aura of stress-free living that abides here. The cabin is all open, except for the bathroom of course, and the spacious texture of the place is not burdened with chaotic or spirited decorations. There is a front and back porch, with the back hosting a private hot tub.
The kitchen is equipped with stove, refrigerator, dining area, and plenty of room to move around in while you cook. The well lighted bathroom is also roomy with a full shower. The handicap shower chair is double seated for full accessibility. Depending on circumstances such as type of chair used or body size, there may be a slight difficulty in transferring to the commode.
The living room is homey and huge, so that even a big family can all hang there at the same time, just chatting or playing fun games. A rocking chair also awaits those that can’t imagine a cabin get-away without one for book reading or to watch the wildlife.
Although smoking is not allowed in the cabin, other vices are, such as pets and children! It is requested that you mention your pet when making the reservation, as a pet cage and exercise yard is available.
An excellent policy of rental rates makes this the ideal cabin for the penny-wise Hocking Hill visitors. On Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, the rent per night is $100. This rate increases for the Friday, Saturday and Sunday night stays to $125 per night. Only registered guests should be the tenants, all visitors will be assessed a charge of $25 per night.
Watersong Woods has one of two cabins, both near the Hocking Hills State Parks, that is of high mentionable status. The cabin Melody was designed for the disabled. It has extra wide doors, a ramped entrance, a wheelchair accessible shower stall with double seating and access to deck.
Cabin Melody is loaded with the things of luxury, and everyday living, such as air conditioning, satellite and telephone. The amenities of grills, lawn furniture and a hot tub brings you out of the cabin and into the wild beauty of nature.
Everything needed to cook or bathe has been provided for your use.
The surprising distinction of either cabin, is the possibility of bringing your horse along! There is probably no other feelings as supreme as freedom and satisfaction. At Watersong Cabins, you can get both. There is seventy-five acres with lovely sites, one of the most loved is Kettle Rock. This naturally occurring reflective pool is only yards away from the cabin.
Smoking is not permitted on trails or inside the cabin. Smoking is permitted on the outside decks only.
Pets are not permitted. The owner is willing to recommend a local kennel to guests. Service animals are accepted.
The rates are a little more pricey than those of other similar cabins, but with the extra ability of horseback riding with your own animal, the fees are modest. There is a strict cancellation policy that could prove to be an expensive inconvenience in a medical urgency situation. Due to the hunting in nearby Wayne National Forest, the cabin is not discounted much in the winter season, only by $15 per night.
As you can see, each of the best lodgings in Hocking Hills that is handicap considerate, has its own knack for holding itself apart from the crowd. It just goes to show how diverse the tourists are.
