Columbia Woodlands

Columbia Woodlands is a 400-acre luxury property located in Dover, Ohio. Columbia Woodlands offers Luxury Tent Camping, aka Glamping as well as upscale cabin rentals. Read on to discover more about this unique Ohio location!

Accommodation

There are 8 (4 of each) luxury cabins and tents in the grounds.

Rock Path Cabin

Rock Path Cabin is a five-bedroom luxurious log cabin offering a full kitchen, spacious living/sitting room, and gas fireplace. The Master Bedroom boasts a King bed and en-suite. The other two bedrooms on this level each have a Queen bed and access to a full bathroom. The two bedrooms on the lower level also each have a Queen bed and access to another full bathroom. The lower level also boasts an entertainment area including a Foosball table, wet bar, and pool table.

Also included:

• Air Conditioning & Heating
• Television
• Wi-Fi Internet
• Clothing Storage
• Essentials (Towels, bed sheets, travel-size soap, and more)
• Washer and dryer set
• Cooking Basics (Pots, Pans, Dish sets, and more)
• Nespresso Coffee

Lakeside Cottage

Lakeside Cottage is a two-bedroom cottage featuring a loft bedroom with a Queen bed and magnificent views. The main floor comprises a private bedroom with a king-size bed, a marvelous marble bathroom, a fully furnished kitchen with breakfast bar, and a stone fireplace in the living room.

Also included:

• Air Conditioning & Heating
• Television
• Wi-Fi Internet
• Clothing Storage
• Essentials (Towels, bed sheets, travel-size soap, and more)
• Cooking Basics (Pots, Pans, Dish sets, and more)
• Nespresso Coffee

Dreamcatcher Cottage

Dreamcatcher Cottage is a beautiful property with an absolutely amazing 10-foot wide wraparound porch! State-of-the-art equipment is available for use in the living area. On the second floor, there are two bedrooms each containing a King bed. The Master bed leads out to a private balcony that offers breathtaking sights of the Many Springs Lake!

Also available:

• Air Conditioning & Heating
• Television
• Wi-Fi Internet
• Clothing Storage
• Essentials (Towels, bed sheets, travel-size soap, and more)
• Washer and dryer set
• Cooking Basics (Pots, Pans, Dish sets, and more)
• Nespresso Coffee

Check out our article about Columbia Woodlands – Dreamcatcher Cabin!

Rising Sun Cottage

Rising Sun Cottage is where the dream began! The original cottage located at Columbia Woodlands, this luxury cottage has a luxurious Queen bed in the gorgeous loft bedroom. The second bedroom is on the main floor and also has a Queen bed. Fully furnished quaint kitchen, and lots of outdoor space to explore!

Also available:

• Air Conditioning & Heating
• Television
• Wi-Fi Internet
• Clothing Storage
• Essentials (Towels, bed sheets, travel-size soap, and more)
• Cooking Basics (Pots, Pans, Dish sets, and more)
• Nespresso Coffee

Whippoorwill Tent

Whippoorwill Tent is actually an extremely cozy Glamping Tent, where you can relax in a King bed! The en-suite bathroom boasts an amazing stone shower that is encased in glass, enabling you to stargaze during your evening shower!

Other features and amenities:

• One king bed
• En suite bathroom with double vanity
• Private deck
• Electricity, air conditioning, and heat
• Golf Cart Included
• Clothing Storage
• Essentials (Towels, bed sheets, soap and more)

Eagles Nest Tent

Eagles Nest Tent is a Glamping Tent that is built around a majestic oak tree. It features a King bed with an en-suite bathroom. Eagles Nest has a front porch sitting area that is ideal for wildlife spotting!

Other features and amenities:

• One king bed
• En suite bathroom with double vanity
• Private deck
• Electricity, air conditioning, and heat
• Golf Cart Included
• Clothing Storage
• Essentials (Towels, bed sheets, soap and more)

Red Feather Tent

Red Feather Tent is a real Native American canvas tent that is actually supported by hand-hewn logs! This Glamping Tent has two King beds, an en-suite bathroom, and a cozy living area to relax in. You can also relax outside on the custom-built front porch in the comfy Adirondack chairs!

Other features and amenities:

• Two king beds
• En suite bathroom with double vanity
• Private deck
• Electricity, air conditioning, and heat
• Golf Cart Included
• Clothing Storage
• Essentials (Towels, bed sheets, soap and more)

Little Fawn Tent

Little Fawn Tent is a Glamping Tent that has the perfect balance of comfort and luxury! The tent comprises a King bed and en-suite bathroom, with a peaceful and comfortable front porch to relax on.

Other features and amenities:

• One king bed
• En suite bathroom with double vanity
• Private deck
• Electricity, air conditioning, and heat
• Golf Cart Included
• Clothing Storage
• Essentials (Towels, bed sheets, soap and more)

Technology at Columbia Woodlands

All of the cabins (but not the tents) use a form of smart technology, which we love! You can control the lights, temperature, music etc from a touchscreen. One of our favorite things was the music, you could control where it was being played: fire pit area, hot tub area, porch, inside, etc. It had ample music genre selections available! 

Of course, there is WiFi, in case you need to connect to check on work or simply upload some pictures of your fabulous stay to social media! There is a 40-inch flat TV that boosts lots of channels from Dish TV, but to be truthful, we were so busy we never turned it on!  There is also a TV in each bedroom, upstairs! 

Fire Pit Areas

You can access the fire-pit area from a paved walking path that is neatly landscaped on each side. The walking path curves out into the fire pit area where you can find a paved seating area with 6 comfortable seats waiting for you. 

Don’t know how to start a fire? That’s okay! Each and every fire pit is already set up for you. Complete with wood, fire starter sticks, and paper! There is a HUGE supply of firewood ready to go for you. It is in a 3 sided shelter to help keep it dry. You will not have the problem of running out of firewood, guaranteed. But if you do, (you guessed it) just text the concierge! 

ALL of the fire-pit areas whether at cabins or chalets are set up for you, along with an ample supply of paper, fire sticks, firewood, and fire starter. If you need sticks to roast your marshmallows or hotdogs, just let the concierge know! They can help you!

Special Touches

One thing I have noticed is that Columbia Woodlands offers so much more than you can find on its website or social media. This place is a hidden gem, so if you think they whetted your appetite with their website, you will be even more amazed by it in person! I’ve found that in many of my favorite places that I stay, this is the case.

So let me share some of the little things that are special touches at Columbia Woodlands. Prior to your arrival, you fill out a preference sheet. You are asked what size robe you would like, what temperature you would like your cabin/tent, what type of music you’d like playing, and if you’d like white wine, red wine, or non-alcoholic options. 

Columbia Woodlands has started to provide breakfast and lunch with each cabin and tent rental. It is included in the nightly rental. You do not get to choose what you get and the menu rotates seasonally. We had two cabins rented during this visit and we got the same food each day during our 3 night stay. You can learn more about that below in the food section. 

Upon arrival, you’ll find your complimentary wine and charcuterie board. On previous occasions, we’ve had a vegetarian gluten-free board to fit our needs, this time around it was all fresh fruit and was SO delicious! If you are celebrating a birthday, anniversary or other special occasion let them know! They’ll help you celebrate with something special!

Bedside, you’ll find a bottle of Fiji water and a chocolate. We love the little touches that make this palace even more special! In the bathroom, you will find extras of the toiletries you may have forgotten at home!

Animals at Columbia Woodlands

One of my favorite things (okay I have a lot with this place) is the wildlife! There are so many deer on site! It is common to see deer most times of the day when you ride the golf cart trails. Towards the back of the property, the staff feed the deer which makes for easy viewing. 

There are some wild turkeys onsite as well. If you are lucky enough to be there at the right time of the year, you may spot some baby turkeys! There was a set of 6 baby turkeys that we kept seeing around the property during our June visit.

Turtles! You can see at least two kinds of Ohio turtles at Columbia Woodlands. We spotted some Eastern Box Turtles on the golf cart path up to Ceremony Hill and also the grassy area below Ceremony Hill. We also spotted some turtles sunning themselves on a log at Bullfrog Pond but they moved so quickly that we couldn’t get close enough to identify them! 

Golf Carts at Columbia Woodlands

The golf carts at Columbia Woodlands are one of the unique offerings that add to the fun of this property! Each cabin and tent gets an electric golf cart! The cart has the name of your cabin/tent so you can easily tell them apart. Use the carts to move around the property to different areas such as Bluegill Pond, Bullfrog Pond, Ceremony Hill, and more. We love to take the carts out to see the wildlife! 

The carts have basic rules: no off-roading, drive on gravel or paved paths, turn off when not in use (helps the battery life), charge overnight, etc. The golf carts get a lot of use, so if you feel that yours is not quite driving correctly, let the concierge know. We had one that was very squeaky and was scaring the deer when we drove it, but they quickly gave us a replacement. 

Concierge at Columbia Woodlands

The Concierge at Columbia Woodlands goes above and beyond. The Concierge is available via text or call from 7 AM to 10 PM. Of course, if there is an emergency, you can reach out, outside of those hours.

The Concierge is there to help you with anything you need. Drink orders, food orders, problems, suggestions, information, you name it, they can help! Want to change your food delivery from your cabin to Ceremony Hill? Just send them a text! 

The level of hospitality is over the top in a good way at Columbia Woodlands! Trust me, you are going to love this and you deserve it, we all do when on vacation! 

Food at Columbia Woodlands

Columbus Woodlands has started to provide breakfast and lunch with each cabin and tent rental. It is included in the nightly rental. You do not get to choose what you get and the menu rotates seasonally. We had two cabins rented during this visit and we got the same food each day during our 3 night stay.

• Breakfast at Non Food Allergy Cabin: muffins yogurt, granola, mixed fruit bowl (seemed to have been possibly thawed fruit) 
• Breakfast at Food Allergy Cabin: This cabin was vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, and almond-free – dairy-free yogurt, granola, and a bowl of fruit. We did get some fried tofu the first day only.

• Lunch at Non-Food Allergy Cabin:  Wraps, Pasta Salad, Chips, and Cookies
• Lunch at Food Allergy Cabin: This cabin was vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, and almond-free – this cabin got only salads each day.

The non-food allergy cabin did get more food, though it was mostly the same thing each day, so if you want variety just be sure to pack some extra munchies! 

The chef did come in on his day off to meet us after we checked in, which was a nice touch. (However, we are not sure if this is common practice). He said he wanted to speak with us directly to make sure he understood our needs. He asked us what we wanted to eat, he asked us ideas of what to feed us, etc. I had previously filled out paperwork, confirmed with email and phone about our needs, so this was nice to see he was checking again and taking it seriously. The chef was extremely conscientious about getting our requests correct and making us feel comfortable!

Breakfast May Include:

• Fresh fruit
• Seasonal mini quiches: Gruyere, asparagus & leek and Bacon & cheddar
• Breakfast gravy & biscuits
• Smoking goose sausage, andouille, and dry-aged bacon
• Yogurt smoothie bowl
• Bourbon maple
• Braised apples
• Apple butter
• Apple cream
• Maple pecan granola

Lunch May Include:

• A selection of soup or sandwiches
• Chef’s seasonal pasta or orzo salad
• Chef’s whim medley of wraps:
• Meat and Vegetarian options available!

Activities

Columbia Woodlands offers a variety of activities for guests to enjoy on over 400 acres of property. Fishing is a very popular activity with guests. There are three ponds and these are fully stocked. There are also over 8 miles of trails that guests can also explore. Guests can do as little or as much as they wish. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, just ask! Other activities at Columbia Woodlands include:

• Wine tasting: Needs to be scheduled prior to your visit. Please discuss this with Guest Services when booking.
• Yoga: Whether you are looking for Meditative Yoga, Couples Yoga, or even Wine and Yoga, there is something to please all! 
• Canoeing: Canoes and paddle-boards are offered for all ages to enjoy the glorious Many Springs Lake!
• Mountain biking: Bring your trusty mountain bike, and explore the 10 different cycling trails!
• Leisure: Each Chalet has a comfortable, seated fire-pit area. Enjoy a glass of wine in the beautiful surroundings, and be on the lookout for any deer or turkeys that may be out human-spotting!
• Games: Croquet, Board Games & Corn Hole are provided at many locations in the 400-acre property!
• Dining: The chef will prepare you a private dinner and serve at any of the various dining locations! Whether it is a fireside feast or a patio picnic – there are lots of options!
• Spa: (COMING SOON!)

Hiking

Whether you would like a guided hide or prefer to hike alone, there is something to please everyone!

• Jacob’s Creek Trail: This beautiful walk leads to a gorgeous waterfall and picnic area. 
• Appalachian Plateau Trail: This is a steep hike up, with amazing views of nature!
• Salamander Trail: A lovely open trail with lots of woodland and wildlife tracks.
• Ron’s Way Trail: A relaxing & peaceful stroll leading you through plenty of hillsides and wildlife.
• Miner’s Moonlight Trail: A lovely scenic hike with glorious views of a ravine.
• Raspberry Trail: Surround yourself with beautiful pine trees and raspberry bushes in abundance on this trail!

Be on the lookout for nosey (nature) neighbors out human-spotting, while you are out hiking! We have seen deer, turtles, foxes, lots of birds, and even some baby turkeys! There is bound to be even more lurking around, depending on the time of day and time of year!

The Meadows Pavilion

The Meadows Pavilion is nestled amongst the beautiful wildflowers and pine trees. This luxurious pavilion offers something for everyone, whether a guest prefers to stay indoors or prefers to enjoy the outdoors. It is a wonderful place to wind down and relax with a glass of wine. Whilst enjoying a drink, guests are able to relax by the fireside on the leather sofas that are available. Guests may also choose to dine here and listen to all the wonderful nature that Columbia Woodlands offers.

The Spring House

The Spring House at Columbia Woodlands is blessed to be located within a beautiful 400-acre estate in the heart of Ohio. This is a very exclusive luxury property and wedding venue. This venue can accommodate up to 150 guests when a wedding is taking place in the winter and up to 175 guests when a wedding is taking place in the summer. This is a unique wedding venue that offers the married couple and guests an experience that they will never forget.

The venue has a rustic edge. A few examples of this are the furnishings like the pine walls and the iron chandeliers that look like they have come straight from The Titanic. 

In the private woodland is where the Wedding Pavilion Venue is situated. The ceilings of the venue are stained wood and an ascending stone staircase that is a perfect scene for wedding photographs and videos. The venue is a perfect place for a sunny day and also in fall as the tree leaves start to change color. There are also views of the Dover Mountains from the Wedding Pavilion and this is also the perfect backdrop for photographs.

The Bridal Suite

The Bridal Suite has a stunning stone floor, a wood-burning fireplace, a bar, and its own catering kitchen. A string in the bow is that guests are able to relax outside with a drink. There is a fire pit for guests as well. A 4-tier fountain is also on hand to wow your guests and there is also plenty of easy parking.

Where is Columbia Woodlands Located?

• Address: 6593 McKracken Dr. NW, Dover, Ohio 44622
• Phone: 844-681-7500 | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Location Map for Columbia Woodlands

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Have you visited Columbia Woodlands? We’d love to hear from you! Did you stay in a glamping tent or cabin? What wildlife did you spot? Let us know about your experience in the comments below!

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