Terradise is a fantastic retreat to nature from the big city. Peaceful and quiet, an idyllic place…read moreto relax and enjoy the old growth Ohio woods and the Olentangy River. This full house AirBnB rental location is situated just 8 miles east of Marion, OH and 2 miles south of Caledonia, OH and is the perfect location to get a way from it all. Full disclosure, I lived in this house for several years as a teenager some 30 years ago and I think of the area often. This place is what helped me learn about nature, geology, ecosystems, and life and death. My recent visit back to Terradise affirmed my love for the outdoors and how enjoyable it can be to just sit and relax while taking in the sights, sounds, and smells of the woods.
The house itself was built in the early 1950's but has been updated several times since then. It currently has a modern kitchen with dishwasher, washer, and dryer. There is one full bath with shower that is available to all guests, and a half bath built into a closet in the master bedroom. Both bedrooms have full size beds, this could be better here with queen size beds, but for a week or so works just fine. The main living room has a fireplace and a large picture window that is great for watching the comings and goings on the river. There is also a library with several hundred books, so there should be something for everyone to read. There is a deck, a patio and a gazebo outside, all ideal for sitting and reading your favorite book, sketching or observing the natural world around you. Deer, owls, ducks, geese, racoons and all manner of other woodland creatures roam nearby.
If sitting and reading isn't your thing, the Terradise Nature Preserve is there for you to go hiking, wildflower hunting, bird watching, geocaching and canoeing. Terradise AirBnB has a canoe available for use, it is your responsibility however to arrange pick-up and transport back to the house. All in all, Terradise is an enjoyable and restful location to stay if you are visiting the area. The house itself is wheelchair accessible and pet friendly in case you were wondering. Stay, enjoy, be respectful, and let Terradise influence you and your sense of nature.