Cabin 4 — Oak Hill Cabin: A big-group, back-to-basics stay steps from Marengo Cave

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Cabin 4 — Oak Hill Cabin: A big-group, back-to-basics stay steps from Marengo Cave

A camping-style one-room cabin operated by Marengo Cave that sleeps up to 14, is rented to adults (18+), and offers basic comforts but no in-cabin plumbing.

Cabin 4 — Oak Hill Cabin: A big-group, back-to-basics stay steps from Marengo Cave.

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Robert Eric Crews
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Cabin 4 at Oak Hill is a spacious, one-room camping cabin on the Marengo Cave property configured for groups or large families: it sleeps 14, provides bunks, heating and air conditioning, electricity and an outdoor firepit, but has no running water, showers or bathrooms inside the unit — shared restrooms and showers are a short walk away.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE BASICS

Large-group, camping-cabin layout

The cabin is a single roomy space with bunk beds and a dorm-sized refrigerator; it sleeps up to 14 guests and is priced at $84 per night for the first six guests with additional guests billed at $14 each (maximum 14 total).

COMFORTS

Modern touches without plumbing

Despite being a camping cabin, the unit offers heating and air conditioning, electricity, grills, picnic tables and an outdoor space suited to campfires and group gatherings; a short walk brings you to restrooms and showers.

PRACTICAL NOTES

Booking rules and on-site services

Rentals are for adults only (18+); stays are 1–3 nights with a two-night minimum on holidays, weekends and during the busy season (March–October). Free Wi‑Fi is available at the gift shop and cell service is limited to Verizon towers.

What the day feels like

What the stay feels like

Staying in Cabin 4 is a group-oriented, back-to-basics experience: you arrive for a 3 p.m. check-in, claim bunks in a single large room, use the cabin’s outdoor area for fires and meals, and walk a short distance to shared restroom and shower facilities; bring your sleeping bag and pillow and plan meals around the cabin’s grills and dorm refrigerator.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this cabin suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Large groups & extended familiesIdeal: the one-room layout and 14-person capacity make this a practical choice for groups traveling together who want an economical shared space.
2
Back-to-basics campersGood fit: visitors who want basic comforts (A/C, heating, electricity) without in-cabin plumbing will find a comfortable, communal camp-style stay.
3
Travelers requiring private plumbingNot ideal: the cabin has no running water or private bathrooms; guests must use the nearby shared restrooms and showers.
4
Solo renters under 18Not permitted: rentals require the primary renter to be age 18 or older.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Sleeping bags and pillows are required; bring food and non-alcoholic beverages (alcohol is not permitted).

Communications

Cell coverage in the area is supported by Verizon towers only; plan accordingly.

On-site amenities

The cabin provides electricity, bunk beds, heating/air conditioning, grills, picnic tables, a dorm-sized refrigerator and an outdoor fire pit; free Wi‑Fi is available at the gift shop.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How many people can Cabin 4 sleep?

The cabin sleeps up to 14 guests.

What are the nightly rates?

The rate is $84 per night for the first six people; additional guests are $14 each, up to a total of 14 guests.

Are there bathrooms or showers in the cabin?

No — the cabin has no running water, no showers and no bathrooms; restrooms and showers are a short walk from the cabin.

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m. and checkout is by 10:00 a.m.

Are there minimum-night requirements?

Stays range from 1–3 nights; there is a two-night minimum on holidays, weekends and during the busy season (March–October).

Is alcohol allowed and what should I bring?

Alcohol is not permitted; guests should bring sleeping bags and pillows plus food and non-alcoholic beverages.