Title: The Cottage at River's Bend Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6352451&destination=Howard%2C+Ohio%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=117803623&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Cottage at River's Bend ## Photo gallery for The Cottage at River's Bend ![Property grounds - The Cottage at River's Bend (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117810000/117803700/117803623/fa7bbbba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Cottage at River's Bend (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117810000/117803700/117803623/a93ba62c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Cottage at River's Bend (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117810000/117803700/117803623/3902e4c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Cottage at River's Bend (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117810000/117803700/117803623/dd76e9a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Cottage at River's Bend (Howard)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117810000/117803700/117803623/d2518b26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at The Cottage at River's Bend. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Cottage at River's Bend Located on the scenic Kokosing River enjoy the best sounds and breathtaking sunsets this river has to offer. A short distance to Kenyon college, Honey Run waterfalls, hunting, fishing, Apple Valley Lake, Kokosing bike trail and Ohio Amish country. You won't run out of things to do. Then relax and unwind with a seasonal heated outdoor shower and peaceful patio to watch the sunsets and the abundant wildlife. Located directly on the Kokosing River. One neighbor within view but are seasonal. Very quiet peaceful place. Eagles are abundant in the winter and if you're a birdwatcher this is the place for you. Very comfortable Queen size Serta bed. The double sliding doors offer a beautiful view of the river even from the bed and can be opened in the summer to offer the relaxing and calming sounds of the river. Enjoy a movie or your favorite music on the outdoor tv or bluetooth speakers on the deck or enjoy a fire while watching the river. You'll have the whole place and property to yourself. Honey Run Falls is within 5 mins and Kenyon college in Gambier is a short distance from the cottage. The 30 mile paved Kokosing gap trail runs along an old railroad bed and is a short 2 mile bike ride from the cottage. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111600000/111590900/111590881/57eee71f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn Mt. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 408285 ## About the neighborhood Located in Howard, this cottage is on the waterfront. Bolton Theatre and Woodward Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Apple Valley Golf Course and Apple Valley Marina. [Visit our Howard travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Howard.dx6352451) [View more Cottages in Howard](https://www.expedia.com/Howard-Cottages.d6352451-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.39825%2C-82.29397&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QW1YiGezYV_BSlewkgPo9aWMKCg=) Howard, OH ### What's nearby - ![Apple Valley Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194981/5e413578-12ca-487a-9b86-10bc1c54a767.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Apple Valley Lake 8 min drive \- 4.3 miles - Honey Run Waterfall 8 min drive \- 2.6 miles - Sutton Beach 10 min drive \- 5.0 miles - King Beach 13 min drive \- 6.2 miles - Kenyon College 16 min drive \- 10.8 miles ### Restaurants - Hangout 8 min drive - Howard Hilton 7 min drive - Subway 9 min drive - Wiggin Street Coffee 18 min drive - Gambier Deli 19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Cottage at River's Bend pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Cottage at River's Bend? ### What time is check-out at The Cottage at River's Bend? ### Where is The Cottage at River's Bend located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Cottage at River's Bend Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### aaron t. Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect getaway with sounds of the river ##### aaron t. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sadie H. Jul 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely lovely property. Right on the river. Great big deck. Everything you need for a stay. Communication was awesome. ##### Sadie H. 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