Tiny Home Rentals in Hocking Hills

[Marybeth Niple]

I know there have been multiple posts in the past on this but hoping for some more recent advice/connections. I'm originally from the area and I'm looking to get started in the Air Bnb/STR world and have property on the Vinton County/Hocking County line about 10 minutes from the parks.

I'm hoping for some general advice on getting started! I'm leaning towards tiny homes as that seems the most in line with my budget but open to hearing others experiences. I have never built before so open to any advice even down to picking the best spot to build, utility access, etc. 

[Brett Deas]

I have 3 places in Hocking Hills, soon to be 5 at the end of the month. We find that the new cool styles of properties don't perform as well as people might think. There are a surplus of rentals in the area and many are now failing after the 2020 boom, that includes tiny homes. 

The one things that does make properties profitable that are struggling is the natural amenities that appeal to families. That could be cool property (Water falls, streams, rock formations), or a family gathering ground. Family gatherings are really popular for the area so appealing to that demographic can help.