Authentic Restored 1840s Barn | 20 Guests | Private Pond | Hot Tub | Sports Court | Kayaks | Fishing

🌾The Barn on Evergreen Pond
Restored 1840s Barn | Pond | Hot Tub | Sport Court

Stay in a beautifully restored 1840s barn in Ravenna, Ohio, designed for unforgettable group getaways. With space for large gatherings, a private pond, a year-round hot tub, and a full sports court, this Northeast Ohio country getaway is ideal for family reunions, celebration weekends, lasting memories, and Kent State visits. Minutes from Ravenna, an easy drive to Akron, Cleveland & Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

We live just down the road and work on the property in our spare time. Our team handles the maintenance and management with as little interruption to guests as possible. Routine outdoor maintenance for the property is typically scheduled after 10 am for lawn, pond, hot tub, firewood, etc. Hot tub maintenance is communicated with guests in advance.

📍 Convenient Northeast Ohio Location
Enjoy a peaceful country setting with easy access to key locations:
5 min to I-80 (Ohio Turnpike)
15 min to Kent State University
30 min to Cuyahoga Valley National Park
45 min to Cleveland

Private drive and parking for up to 15 vehicles. Separate from the adjacent property (Evergreen Retreat), only the sports court is shared.

🌿 Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort

The Barn on Evergreen Pond blends original 1840s architecture with modern comfort across more than 3,000 square feet of living space. Soaring 13-foot ceilings, exposed barn beams, and multiple gathering areas make it one of the most unique large-group holiday rentals in Northeast Ohio.
The layout is designed for connection, shared meals, game nights, and outdoor evenings, while still offering privacy across three levels.

🛏️ Spacious Sleeping for Large Groups
The Barn is thoughtfully designed for large gatherings, with sleeping arrangements ideal for 20 guests. We provide all bed linens, extra pillows, blankets, and hangers, plus room-darkening shades in the bedrooms to ensure a restful night.

Main Floor (Step-Free Access)
- Main Floor Suite: 1 King bed + 1 Queen sleeper sofa (private ensuite full bath).

Upper Level
- Fieldside Bedroom: 2 King beds + 2 Twin beds (private ensuite full bath with bathtub).
- Pondside Bedroom: 2 King beds + 2 Twin-over-Twin bunk beds (private ensuite full bath with bathtub).

Walk-Out Basement
- Lower Level Bedroom: King bed + twin convertible chair.
- Additional Sleeping: Two Twin memory-foam rollaway beds available in the rec room.
- Bath/Laundry: Full bathroom with a bathtub, plus an in-unit washing machine and dryer (iron and ironing board provided).

🚿 Bathroom Essentials
Pack light! We provide high-quality shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in every bathroom. Each space is stocked with a hair dryer (under the sink) and a full supply of fresh towels and toilet paper sufficient for your entire stay.

🍽️ Kitchen & Dining Built for Gathering
The fully equipped kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring soaring 13' ceilings, original barn beams, and a custom 10-foot maple dining table seating 10–12. Whether hosting a graduation brunch or a reunion dinner, you’ll find everything you need:

- Appliances: Double ovens, electric stove, microwave, dishwasher, and full-size refrigerator (plus a second fridge in the basement).
- Coffee & Tea Bar: Drip brewer, K-Cup machine, tea, creamers, and a 45-cup urn perfect for large groups. A hot water kettle is also provided.
- Cooking & Serving: Gas griddle, baking sheets, farmhouse sink, and a comprehensive collection of serving platters, bowls, and wine glasses sized to accommodate maximum guest counts.
- Pantry: Stocked with spices, oils, flour, sugar, and baking essentials.
- Folding Table & Chairs: The Barn includes a 6-foot folding table and five folding chairs, providing additional flexible seating and table space for meals, games, gatherings, or other activities during your stay.

🎮 Entertainment on Every Level
The Barn offers multiple activity zones so everyone has room to relax or play.

Main Level
- Open-concept living space with a piano for your enjoyment.
- Woodstove (wood provided).
- Large streaming-ready TV, Pool table, and Shuffleboard.

Basement Game Lounge
- Ping-pong, Foosball, video game console, board games, and a game table with lounge seating.

👶 Family Friendly
Travelling with little ones? We offer a Pack ’n Play/travel cot, children’s books and toys, and children’s dinnerware. For safety, the home is equipped with outlet covers, smoke/CO alarms, fire extinguishers, and a first aid kit.

🌊 Private Pond & Outdoor Recreation
The Barn overlooks a private recreational pond. Guests may enjoy:
- 3 kayaks and 1 paddle boat.
- Floating dock for swimming.
- Catch-and-release fishing (gear not included).
- Life jackets provided.
- Note: All water activities are at your own risk.

🛟 For guests enjoying time around the pond, we provide four adult life jackets. These are available for guest use during your stay and offer an additional safety option while enjoying the pond. For your convenience, the Barn is equipped with a clothes drying rack, making it easy to air-dry swimming costumes, towels, and other items during your stay.

🛁 Outdoor Living, Patio & Sport Court
Step outside to a spacious patio designed for gathering, featuring comfortable outdoor furniture, a year-round hot tub with tub-side bar seating, and a covered pavilion for relaxing, dining, or spending time together in any weather.
- The Grounds: Large open fields perfect for football, football, and outdoor games, with a covered pavilion offering a shaded space to gather.
- Fire Pit: A backyard fire pit near the pavilion and pond, made for s'mores and evening stories.
- Lawn Games: Cornhole and croquet provided.
- Sport Court (Shared): Access to a full-size court for Basketball, Tennis, and Pickleball (shared with the neighbouring Evergreen Retreat). Basic equipment, including balls and paddles, is included.

🎉 Reunions, Retreats & Intimate Celebrations
The Barn is frequently chosen for family reunions, graduation weekends near Kent State, retreats, and intimate weddings.
- Events must be pre-approved. Fees may apply.
- Parking at The Barn accommodates approximately 15 vehicles. Larger vehicle capacity is available when booking the combined Evergreen Acres listing.
- Guests manage catering/rentals.

🐶 Dog-Friendly
Dogs are welcome with prior approval ($150 for the first dog, $50 per additional dog).

Perfect for regional gatherings, we are positioned just 5 minutes off the I-80/Tollway—roughly 30 to 45 minutes from Akron and Cleveland, and within easy reach of Youngstown and Pittsburgh