Bale & Trail Retreat | House in Akron

Welcome to Bale & Trail Retreat — a one-of-a-kind modern rustic straw bale home tucked at the end of a quiet dead-end street, directly next to the Towpath Trail through Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Step outside and you’re on the trail.
Walk 0.2 miles to Lock 15 Brewing Co. and 0.4 miles into the Northside District, or bike straight into the national park.
Morning coffee on your private balcony. Afternoon ride into the park. Sunset brewery walk. No car needed.
Modern Rustic Adventure House | Towpath Access | Game Room | Walk to Restaurants and Breweries
Why Guests Book This Home:
- Direct Towpath Access + 2 Bikes Included
No loading up the car. No parking fees. Just step onto the trail and go.
- Fully Loaded Game Room
Atari arcade, basketball arcade, ping pong, foosball, poker table + set, board games, and lounge TV space. Rain or snow — the fun doesn’t stop.
- Four-Season Cozy
Gas fire stove inside. Fire pit outside. Naturally insulated straw bale walls make the house quiet, peaceful, and comfortable year-round.
- Balcony + Porch Living
Primary suite features a private walk-out balcony overlooking the Towpath and trees. Large front porch for morning coffee. Grill and yard for summer evenings.
- Sleeps Up to 6
• 2 Queen bedrooms
• Dedicated office space with sleeper sofa (remote-work ready)
• Spacious living areas
- Pet Friendly
Bring your adventure buddy.
- Easy Private Parking
Long concrete driveway + detached 1.5-car garage.
- A True Four-Season Adventure Hub
Fall: Peak foliage right outside your door.
Spring/Summer: Bike, hike, brewery-walk, grill evenings.
Winter: Snow-dusted trail views + fire stove + game nights.
Privacy of a dead-end street. Access to everything.

Bale & Trail Retreat is located in Elizabeth Park Valley. Bale & Trail Retreat provides accommodation, featuring Laundry, Parking, Internet, among other amenities. This House features Laundry, Parking, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Bale & Trail Retreat has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 persons. The minimum rental for this property is 1 night, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Elizabeth Park Valley has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Elizabeth Park Valley, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.