Sculptor's Art Bungalow Hocking Hills

About the Home

The Pollinator Tiny Bungalow is an adults-only immersive escape for your solo retreat or couples getaway. Set within an eco-conscious 58-acre Hocking Hills preserve, you’ll enjoy a water view, a wellness trail, and a calm space for rest and creative inspiration. Crafted with intention from recycled materials, this living art gallery was artist-made by lifestyle-coach hosts Raven and Dustin. Optional add-ons available. Every booking supports animal rescue. Dustin Weatherby has curated many spaces on the property. Known for his work on the History Channel, Disney+, and at major public events, Dustin creates both live sculpture performances and permanent art installations - many of which can be found throughout Raven’s Retreat and along the wellness trail tucked within the nature preserve. Follow on Instagram: @ravensretreathhockinghills to see what’s happening. Longer stays are rewarded - ask about multi-day pricing! (Contact your hosts Raven and Dustin for custom retreat planning) Optional Add-on Experiences: Lifestyle Wellness Coaching, Yoga Classes, Plant Based Chefs, Meditation Workshops, Painting Classes, Sculpting Classes, Wood-Ice-Food Sculpture Performances, Sound Bathing, Massages, Somatic Breathwork, Neuro Linguistic Programming Sessions, Forest Bathing, and more! Payments for Add-ons can be submitted through the booking platform. If you like the Art Bungalow - Pollinator Tiny Bungalow, check out the “Art Lodge in Hocking Hills” at Raven’s Retreat Hocking Hills. This custom retreat space was created to feel unlike anything you’ve ever seen. This art-filled nature retreat welcomes planners, solo travelers, couples, and groups. Host your own retreat, or request a custom-curated experience in this 58-acre sanctuary. Pollinator Tiny Bungalow Layout Raven works in sleep medicine. The bedroom is thoughtfully designed for a restorative experience. ⭑Bedroom: ✔ King-size bed with premium eco-luxe linens ✔ Electric fireplace for ambiance ✔ Record player with a curated vinyl collection ✔ Ensuite bathroom with custom tile shower ✔ Forest and water view alongside bed ✔ Smart TV with Hulu Plus Live, Netflix, Disney Plus, ESPN Select ✔ 2 yoga mats & 2 blocks ✔ Tower fan ⭑Living Room Space: ✔ Open-concept living area with modern handcrafted design ✔ Custom live-edge coffee table crafted from locally sourced white oak ✔ Stunning water view with screened sliding glass doors ✔ A mix of books for relaxation ⭑Kitchen and Dining Areas ✔ Stocked kitchen with custom hardwood counters ✔ Mini refrigerator/freezer & dishwasher ✔ Coffee station with a pour-over setup, and organic fair-trade coffee and tea ✔ Double glass top burner ✔ Convection oven for baking & toasting ✔ Steel pot & pan, strainer, 2 metal mixing bowls, and utensils ⭑Dining & Workspace: ✔ Custom and locally sourced black walnut table ✔ Doubles as a dining table or work desk ✔ Water view The Pollinator gets its name because it sits next to a sassafras tree that has a honey bee hive within it. This hive is viewable out of a large window on the south side of the Pollinator. These honey bees are NOT aggressive, and their space is always respected. Bathroom: ✔ Custom shower with unique tile work ✔ Live-edge white oak counter ✔ Modern metal sculpted fixture ⭑Outdoor Space: ✔ Large hot tub with serene forest & water view ✔ Covered balcony with comfortable seating for two ✔ Stone fire pit with Adirondack chairs ✔ A mile of private hiking on the wellness trail + fitness stations + meditation areas ✔ 2-person hammock ✔ Gas grill ⭑Additional Amenities: ✔ Wi-Fi with 400 Mbps for good connectivity ✔ Stackable washer/dryer for added convenience ⭑Safety and Security: ✔ Quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. to preserve the retreat atmosphere ✔ 2 Exterior security cameras (1 at the front door & 1 at parking area for peace of mind) ⭑Entertainment and Connectivity: ✔ TV is on swivel so can be positioned to be viewed in living room & bedroom ⭑Parking and Facilities:⭑ ✔ Parking space for up to 2 vehicles ✔ Firewood and fire starter provided for your convenience Guests only have access to the EV charger - J1772 Tesla - in front of the Art Lodge IF the Art Lodge and Pollinator Tiny Bungalow are reserved together. If more space is needed for your group in addition to Pollinator Tiny Bungalow, the Sculptor’s Art Lodge can be booked with 6 bedrooms/3 bathrooms - sleeping accommodations for up to 16. The Art Lodge is located on the Raven’s Retreat Hocking Hills property, a 3-minute walk away from Pollinator Tiny Bungalow, hidden in the forest. The Art Lodge is ideal for peaceful and intentional retreats focused on wellness and creativity, eco-conscious events, micro weddings, reunions, and offsite workshops. Send a message for more information about the Art Lodge and questions about a property buyout. ________________________________________ This 400 square foot Art Bungalow is just an hour from Columbus, Ohio and only a few minutes from the local Hocking Hills town, Laurelville. Groceries, gas, supplies, local cider, and 6 family-owned restaurants are all less than a 5-minute drive away. Located on a 58-acre nature preserve, the Art Bungalow took years to design and create. Your stay at the Art Bungalow promises peace, artistic inspiration, eco-friendly comfort, and unforgettable moments surrounded by nature. Reserve your stay and make your Hocking Hills adventure extraordinary! Upon booking, Raven and Dustin’s personal cell numbers are provided. State Parks/Nature Preserves nearby are: Rockhouse (6.5 miles) Conkles Hollow (10.5 miles) Whispering Cave (14 miles) Old Man's Cave (14 miles) Ash Cave (13 miles) and several more! Domestic animal friends/pets cannot be accommodated. Domestic animals have killed wildlife living within the nature preserve many times in the past. You may see senior dog Peanut somewhere around the property during your stay. Peanut is a 15-year-old-25-pound dog. He is very friendly with humans but does not do well with other domestic animals. This is the second reason domestic animals are not allowed on the property. For art enthusiasts, the Sculpt Decor Studio, run by sculptor Dustin Weatherby, is on the 58-acres closest to the Art Lodge located at the bottom of the driveway. Dustin specializes in animatronics, steel sculptures, wood carvings, and mixed media sculptures. In 2025, he started offering live art performances and experience packages for guests. Feel free to stop by the studio and say hello. The host’s home is on the same 58-acre property. Although the home cannot be seen from the Art Lodge or Tiny Bungalows, the hosts are often nearby to assist you if needed. Local Airports: (CMH) Columbus, Oh - 1 hour (LCK) Rickenbacker, Oh - 1 hour (CLE) Cleveland, Oh - 3 hours (DAY) Dayton, Oh - 2 Hours ~Weddings, Events, Photoshoots~ Planning a wedding or special event? Want to book this beautiful location as the backdrop for your experience, photos, and videos? Hosting is available if it’s a good fit. Please note additional fees and contracts apply - reach out for more details. Ask about live sculpture performances, interactive art tours, guided hikes, best local restaurants, hiking spots, retreat planning questions, event planning options, and micro-wedding and elopement accommodations. If booking on Airbnb and exploring optional add-on experiences or events, payments will be collected via the resolution center on Airbnb. Pollinator Tiny Bungalow is a retreat where art and nature beautifully intertwine. Reserve your stay at the Art Bungalow and immerse yourself in nature, self-care, and tranquility. Message from the hosts: Built over 5 years by your hosts - artists and life partners - this Unique Art Lodge and Tiny Bungalows sit on a protected nature preserve with the intention of providing a one-of-a-kind experience. The feeling is like sleeping in an art museum in the middle of a forest with eco-luxe amenities. The immersive nature retreat experience and symbolism throughout the custom art installations are designed to build connection, inspire wellness, and spark creativity. If the connection between nature, wellness, and creativity resonates, this retreat space is for you. -Raven/Dustin- Raven’s Retreat Hocking Hills Security: There are 2 outdoor cameras at the Pollinator Tiny Bungalow. One of them is pointed towards the front door. The other camera is pointed towards the gravel parking area. More Details For People Who Enjoy Reading: Raven’s Retreat is a 58-acre Nature Preserve, located in the Hocking Hills of Ohio. While here, you will experience the opportunity for a mindset change leading wellness and creative activation. Being submerged in nature on this private property can help you reset and focus on what matters most to you. People that stay at Raven’s Retreat are here to be immersed in nature, reset, and reconnect. Guests often visit the nearby Hocking Hills State Parks. While here, guests experience Seclusion, Peace, Tranquility and an Escape from Everyday Life. All dwellings and spaces are inspired by Nature, Art, and overall Systemic Health. Raven and Dustin shifted focus from competing in various combat sports to lifestyle wellness inspiration and education - supporting mental health through creativity and self-expression, along with nutrition and physical fitness. The decorative tiling to your left when you enter the front door of Pollinator Tiny Bungalow is designed to represent fungal species that grow on the property. Large windows allow you to connect with the outdoors, with the option to close the curtains for added privacy or to darken the space. Leaving the curtains open, you can look at the stars at night from the comfort of indoors. The windows are screened to bring in the Appalachian air while keeping insects out. Raven’s Retreat is a beautiful, 58-acre property located in the Hocking Hills, 2 miles east of Laurelville, Oh. With 2 separate 1/2-mile-long driveways - one to access the top of the ridge and one to go down in the valley - this land has remained mostly untouched. The land was purchased due to its resemblance to the deep woods of West Virginia, home to Raven’s mother, Lisa Mahaney. The property is deeply protected and cared for in its natural state. It contains 4 creeks, hiking trails, a pond, and the top of a ridge. There are several endangered species including whippoorwills and two lined salamanders that reside at Raven’s Retreat. Wildlife is abundant due to keeping this property as wild as possible. While no hunting or fishing is allowed, wildlife viewing stations have been setup for guests to observe the creatures. Birdwatching is abundant here, and local environmental specialists are being engaged to help create a thriving, healthy place for many types of wildlife. Wellness trails have low human traffic. Feel free to explore them and challenge yourself. There is over a mile of hiking trails on the nature preserve. The elevation change from the top of the ridge to the deepest part of the creek bed is over 220ft. If you plan to hike the trails, please keep strong scents such as perfumes to a minimum. This is often overlooked, but it can be confusing and disturb the wildlife. Natural springs and water sources are respected and protected here. No hunting, fishing, or swimming is allowed on the property. Raven’s Retreat Hocking Hills is a wildlife release site for orphaned and rehabilitated animals that have lost their families and been injured due to habitat loss and human encroachment. Always stay on the trails while on the nature preserve and practice leave no trace ethics. Eating Out? Two miles away, in Laurelville, there are 6 family owned restaurants. The State Parks & Nature Preserves nearby are: Rockhouse, Conkles Hollow, Tar Hollow, Cantwell Cliffs, Ash Cave, Old Man's cave. Laurelville is a small town on the western end of the Hocking Hills. It is mostly comprised of nice farmers and kind hearted hill people. The closest larger towns are Logan, Circleville, and Chillicothe. Ravens Retreat is a 2 mile drive up off Thompson Ridge East from Laurelville. A 25 to 35 min scenic walk on the heavily wooded two lane road, if you feel like you would like to walk to town. Laurelville has several businesses. Those being the Hocking Hills Visitor Center, Laurelville Fruit Company , Salt Creek Valley Bank ( AKA Vinton County Bank), Youngs Family Market, Gas Station, Family Dollar, Whites Hardware Store, A Grain Mill, Car Wash, USPS Post Office, and 6 restaurants. Those 6 restaurants are The Ridge Inn, The Village Café, Old Town Diner, L & J's Ice Cream & Pizza, Mam's Rusted Skillet, and Laurelville Pizza. Laurelville Pizza makes delicious vegan/plant based pizza with vegan cheese upon request. If you are up for checking out some local art while away from Ravens Retreat, check out The Jack Pine Studio located 6 miles/10 min drive from the property. This studio focuses on glass work and is well known for intricate glasswork and live demos. If for some reason you are meeting a group of people in the Hocking Hills, Laurelville has a nice playground and shelter house near the family Dollar. If you only have one day to visit a Hocking Hills State Park, check out Conkles Hollow located 11 miles/18 min drive away. If you have more time, check out Rock House located 6.5 miles/11 min away. There is a tree near Pollinator Tiny Bungalow containing honey bees. If you are allergic to bees, you can visit when the weather is cold and the bees are less active. These bees have not attacked anyone but this is just for prevention purposes. There is one senior, 15 year old, jack russel terrier mix named Peanut that lives within the preserve. He is on 24 hour security duty and likes to interact with guests. He is friendly with humans and knows how to charm for snacks. Big time! Peanut does not do well with other domestic animal companions; do not bring domestic anaimals. No trash, liquid chemical fire starters, or cigarette butts are allowed in the firepit. Keep your fires within the fire pit at all times and no higher than 2 feet.