Title: Tower Ridge Camp. A Cabin in Hoosier National Forest and near Lake Monroe. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Tower Ridge Camp. A Cabin in Hoosier National Forest and near Lake Monroe. ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41360000/41355300/41355201/8a500a4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41360000/41355300/41355201/w1125h835x0y13-234cc7f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41360000/41355300/41355201/fce300ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41360000/41355300/41355201/385321e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41360000/41355300/41355201/w1124h854x0y18-63138bff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tower Ridge Camp. A Cabin in Hoosier National Forest and near Lake Monroe. provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bathroomSleeps 5394 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tower Ridge Camp. A Cabin in Hoosier National Forest and near Lake Monroe. Located in Heltonville, Indiana. Minutes away from Monroe Lake and many boat ramps. Cabin is a great retreat for couples, or outdoorsy people. Cozy 394 square foot studio cabin with direct assess to Hoosier National Forest & Deam Wilderness. Biking, hiking, and horse trails right outside the door. If you enjoy camping, boating, fishing, kayaking you will love this. Short drive to Bloomington and Brown County State Park. Special features include, a double bunk bed setup with full beds, a full sized futon, Roku Tv, DVD player, 2nd outside shower, and large parking area with 2-30 amp RV hookups. Small outdoor Weber grill and fire pit are provided. You will need to bring your own wood for fire pit. I do not supply wood. This cabin is a quaint small red cabin in the woods. It has access to 202,814 acres, 266 miles of hiking, horseback riding & mountain bike trails in Hoosier National Forest right outside your door with connecting trails to Brown County State Park. You can hike to the lake if you want a nice long hike. This is perfect for people who love to hike, mountain bike, fish, boat, kayak and camp. Also note that the living space is a studio style cabin. The cabin has a full bathroom with stand up shower. Plus outdoor shower as well. Great after hiking. It does have a small water heater so quick showers are needed. This space has a Double futon and 2 full size mattress bunk beds. It can accommodate up to 5 people max. The outdoor shelter house is one of the cabins best features. Plenty room for a great picnic and s’mores over the fire pit. Also if you have a boat or camper there is a circular drive around cabin for easy turn around and plenty parking. The cabin is approximately only 100 yards off SR 446. Cabin has no direct neighbors. It is surrounded by woods. Cabin is located approximately 25 minutes from Indiana University Campus. Conveniently located 4 miles from Cutright or Paynetown boat launching ramp and Lake Monroe. Please be aware we do have one small security camera in the door keypad. It activates when keypad is touched. You can request it to be turned off. Food: Trailhead pizza (with great Karaoke), Scenic View Restaurant, and ample places if you go into Bloomington. Gas and Groceries: The Heltonville Deli and Grocery in Heltonville. The fishing Shed in Bloomington. A couple miles away. The Dollar General in Bedford. About 7 miles away. Bloomington is not a far drive if you want more selection. Shopping: 14 miles to College Mall in Bloomington Lake Monroe 4 miles away \*\*\* If you used the fire pit, please make sure the fire is out before you leave premises. Also please bring firewood. \*\*\*Please do not use or lite fire pit under shelter house. It makes a horrible mess. If you do you may be subject to $100 cleaning fee. It cause major soot build up. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Karaoke - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: No smoking inside. ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the marina ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 394 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: $15 Pet Fee ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking inside. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C39.01477%2C-86.40026&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tC0fsfPChuZ9HObglFflwPz60wk=) Heltonville, IN #### What's nearby - Paynetown Beach - 16 min drive - 9.1 miles - Indiana University Bloomington - 29 min drive - 18.9 miles - Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall - 30 min drive - 19.4 miles - Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center - 30 min drive - 18.3 miles - Memorial Stadium - 31 min drive - 20.0 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Fairfax Inn - ‬34 min drive - ‪Sahm’s at Eagle Pointe - ‬35 min drive - ‪The Dining Hall-RSR - ‬15 min drive - ‪Wind Jammer Grill - ‬38 min drive - ‪Cabana Bar - ‬35 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tower Ridge Camp. A Cabin in Hoosier National Forest and near Lake Monroe. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Tower Ridge Camp. A Cabin in Hoosier National Forest and near Lake Monroe. ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tower Ridge Camp. A Cabin in Hoosier National Forest and near Lake Monroe. ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Tower Ridge Camp. A Cabin in Hoosier National Forest and near Lake Monroe. located? > Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Monroe, Allen's Creek State Recreation Area and Hardin Ridge Recreation Area. Cutright State Recreation Area and Two Herons Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tower Ridge Camp. A Cabin in Hoosier National Forest and near Lake Monroe. Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 106 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew K. 14 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for hiking in the Hoosier National Forest. Charles Deam wilderness area. Great location. Beautiful weather so we had a lot of traffic going up the road but overall the place was awesome. The inside is quaint and the porch was a big winner. ##### Matthew K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kamil K. 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Place Beautiful place to get away from daily life. ##### Kamil K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela R. 25 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely getaway This cabin makes for a wonderful getaway. My dog and I loved being so close to nature and the trails ##### Angela R. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula R. 27 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tower Ridge Cabin stay Cozy cabin in an easy to find location. Had a pleasant stay. ##### Paula R. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JOSHUA K. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Location Cabin was clean and full of amenities ##### JOSHUA K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Delbert F. 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peace and Quiet The cabin was amazing. Thank you Starr for sharing your wonderful place. The daffodils were a pleasant surprise. Thank you ##### Delbert F. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine T. 7 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We enjoy seclusion We always love to stay at this property. ##### Catherine T. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn H. 12 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishing Escape Great little place to stay. ##### Dawn H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald 25 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was an adorable little cabin. It is in the perfect location for hiking and enjoying nature. We enjoyed our stay and plan on bringing our young grandkids here. ##### Donald Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon R. 6 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Graduation Stay We stayed here for the Indiana University Graduation and it was a great price and a great proximity to the University! ##### Shannon R. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kamil K. 5 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Host Awesome Cabin Everything was clean and very well setup. Highly recommend this rental. ##### Kamil K. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla G. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time The cabin was a perfect location for activities we wanted to do in the area. We hiked in the Hoosier National forest, rented a boat on Lake Monroe and enjoyed dining in Bloomington. Perfect family get away spot! ##### Carla G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler L. 29 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tower ridge camp Great location for outdoor recreation. ##### Tyler L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David T. 3 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for fisherman Clean, covered outdoor area, close to boat ramp and easy boat parking. ##### David T. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful and nice and peaceful with lots to do! Perfect size and uaf everything we needed! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ZACH 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! We had a great time! The property was quiet and very clean. Communication was quick with the owner. Highly recommend ##### ZACH Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and Quiet This place was great and even comes with an outdoor shower. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth B. 11 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cabin stay It was great as always ##### Kenneth B. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### eugene c. 6 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice and quiet Nice place. Close to the lake. One of a kind in the area ##### eugene c. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler L. 2 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tower Ridge Great location for outdoor enthusiasts. ##### Tyler L. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan 16 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We enjoyed this clean, cozy cabin with easy access to walking trails and a short drive to Bloomington. I would love to have had more time to enjoy the games, hammock, fire pit etc. - a terrific getaway. ##### Susan ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackson J. 8 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Break Escape Great little cabin to spend a few days in. Wouldn’t recommend with more than about 3 people, but the other people I was with were tiny humans. ##### Jackson J. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian H. 9 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location. Great cabin. Well stocked. Very clean. Will be back soon. ##### Brian H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mindy P. 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint Very clean - good space - close to trails ##### Mindy P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha C. 8 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place on the edge of the forest! Wish we could’ve stayed longer! This cabin was perfect for my family of 3. Our 3 year old loved being there! It’s not far off of the main road but it has a great view in the back from the amazing covered patio. It’s so close to Lake Monroe and even Bloomington without feeling like it. The scenery all around is incredible! We would definitely come back! ##### Samantha C. 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