MARENGO LODGING FIELD GUIDE
Dogwood Retreat: A log-cabin basecamp beside Marengo
A traditional camping cabin run by Marengo Cave that sleeps up to 10 and is booked in 1–3 night stays — this guide lays out what’s provided, what’s not, and what to pack.
Dogwood Retreat: A log-cabin basecamp beside Marengo.
Cabin 2 — Dogwood Retreat is a traditional log camping cabin on the Marengo property that sleeps up to ten guests. It offers a large wrap-around deck, a main bunk-room plus a private bedroom, a small kitchenette (potable water at an outside spigot), electricity, and central heat and air — but no running water, showers or in-cabin bathrooms; a nearby restroom and showers are a short walk away.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Traditional log cabin with wrap-around deck
Dogwood Retreat pairs the scale of a group bunkhouse with the detail of a wood-sided cabin: a covered front porch, large wrap-around deck, kitchen appliances and central heat and air for shoulder-season comfort.
Bunk-room plus private bedroom for groups
The layout includes an eight-bunk main room and a private bedroom with a full-size bed, letting adult leaders or small groups maintain a degree of separation while still housing up to ten people.
Simple amenities — and important absences
The cabin has a kitchenette, full-size refrigerator and microwave, electricity and potable water at an outside spigot, but there is no running water, no in-cabin showers or bathrooms; restrooms and showers are a short walk away.
What the day feels like
What staying here actually feels like
Expect a communal, back-to-basics lodging experience in a roomy log cabin: evenings on the wrap-around deck, groups bunked together in a main dormitory-style room with a private bedroom for leaders, and simple indoor cooking from the kitchenette while relying on nearby shared restroom and shower facilities.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cabin works for — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Stays are offered for 1–3 nights; minimum 2-night stays are required on holidays, weekends and during the busy season (March–October).
Bring sleeping bags and pillows, food and beverages (no alcohol permitted). Potable water is available at an outside spigot.
The cabin rents for $84 per night for the first six people; additional guests (up to ten total) incur an extra fee per person.
Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m.; check-out is by 10:00 a.m.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people does the cabin sleep?
The cabin sleeps up to 10 guests: a main bunk-room with eight individual bunks plus a private bedroom with a full-size bed.
Are there bathrooms and showers in the cabin?
No — the camping cabins have no running water, no showers and no bathrooms; a restroom and shower building is a short walk from the cabin.
What should I bring for bedding and food?
Bring sleeping bags and pillows plus any food and beverages you need; note that alcohol is not permitted.
When can I check in and when must I leave?
Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m. and check-out is by 10:00 a.m.
Are there any age or rental restrictions?
Rentals require a responsible renter 18 years of age or older.
Is there cell service at the cabin?
This area is supported by Verizon cell towers only; plan communications accordingly.