Shawshank House

Experience the perfect countryside escape at this charming 2-bedroom raised ranch on 4.76 acres, located directly across from the historic Ohio State Reformatory, the filming location of The Shawshank Redemption. With modern amenities, a heated garage for classic cars, a spacious backyard, and games for all ages, it’s ideal for families, car enthusiasts, or group getaways. Enjoy peace, space, and adventure just minutes from downtown Mansfield. Address: 6913 E Pleasant Valley Rd, Independence, OH 44131, USA ⭐ Nearby Attractions ⭐ 🎬 Ohio State Reformatory / Shawshank Trail — Across the street 🏙️ Downtown Mansfield — 5 minutes 🍷 Wineries & Breweries — 5-5 minutes 🏞️ Malabar Farm State Park — 15–22 minutes 🎭 Renaissance Theatre — 6 minutes 🎢 Richland Carrousel & County Fairgrounds — 5–15 minutes 🏁 Mid-Ohio Racetrack — 20 minutes Step inside this inviting countryside home and feel instantly at ease. The open-concept living area is bright and welcoming—perfect for relaxing or gathering with family and friends. The fully equipped kitchen features granite countertops, a large center island that doubles as a breakfast nook, and all the appliances you need for cooking and entertaining. Two comfortable queen bedrooms, plus a convertible sleeper couch in the living room, provide restful accommodations for up to 6 guests. HD TVs with streaming apps are available in each bedroom and in the living room. Step outside and enjoy 5 acres of beautifully groomed land, featuring a spacious deck with picturesque views of the classic red barn, a patio, and a BBQ grill for outdoor dining. Guests can unwind on the swing set, explore woodland trails perfect for walking or biking, or enjoy friendly competition with cornhole and ladder toss. 🌟 Property Highlights: 🛏️ Spacious Sleeping Arrangements: 2 bedrooms with queen beds + convertible sleeper couch—comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests 🚿 Full Bathroom: Updated and stocked with essentials 🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen: Granite countertops, large center island breakfast nook, coffee station, cookware, and utensils 📺 HD TVs in living room and both bedrooms with streaming apps 🌬 Heating & Baseboard Climate Control for year-round comfort 💨 Fast WiFi for streaming, work, or browsing 🎮 Games & Outdoor Fun: Cornhole, ladder toss, swing set, and trails 🚗 Parking: Heated garage and circular drive with ample space for cars, trailers, or car haulers 🌿 Outdoor Space: 5 acres of groomed yard, deck, patio, red barn, and trails for biking or strolling 📍 Prime Location: Across from Ohio State Reformatory, minutes from Mansfield attractions 🛏️ Bedrooms Bedroom 1: Queen bed (sleeps 2) Bedroom 2: Queen bed (sleeps 2) Living Room: Convertible sleeper couch (sleeps 2) 🛁 Bathroom: Enjoy the convenience and comfort of a full bathroom, complete with all the essentials for a relaxing experience. Whether it’s a quick refresh or a long soak, everything you need is right here. 🍳 Kitchen & Dining: Gather around in a spacious kitchen designed for family moments. From cooking together to sharing meals, this kitchen is the perfect spot to bond, laugh, and create lasting memories. 🛋️ Living Room: A comfortable space where nature and relaxation come together. Enjoy a cozy, welcoming atmosphere designed for unwinding after a day outdoors, with peaceful surroundings that help you slow down, reconnect, and feel right at home. 🚗 Set up perfectly for car lovers, this home lets you bring your favorite ride, trailer it in, and park it in the heated garage that’s attached to the house—so you can enjoy your getaway right alongside your classic beauty. 🏎️ Bring your classic car, hot rod, Porsche, or Ferrari and display it in the heated, living-space garage where you and your friends can relax and admire it in comfort. 🅿️ Outside, the spacious circular drive offers tons of parking—ideal for trucks, trailers, and car haulers, with room for up to 4 car haulers or even 2 tractor-trailers thanks to the easy in/out layout. 👻 And for the thrill-seekers… this home is literally across the street from the Mansfield Penitentiary—so your stay could get a little spooky! ✨ Ready to experience this unique getaway? Book your stay today and bring your favorite ride along for an unforgettable adventure! 🚘 There’s so much to discover here! Simply search “Mansfield OH attractions” or explore Destination Mansfield to uncover gems like: 📜 Bible Walk 🏰 The Ohio State Reformatory 🔥 Mansfield Fire Museum 🎭 Renaissance Performing Arts Center 🏡 The Gill House 🎄 Herlihy Christmas House 🎬 Shawshank Trail 🍷 Wineries and Breweries 👻 Haunted Mansfield 🏁 Mid-Ohio Racetrack 🌸 Kingwood Center Gardens 🌿 Malabar Farm State Park 🎠 Richland Carrousel 🎡 Richland County Fairgrounds …and countless more exciting experiences waiting for you! ✹ When booking, dynamic pricing per guest is used to accommodate different group sizes and keep rates competitive. Stays for up to 4 guests are included in the base rate. For groups larger than 4, an additional guest fee applies to help cover increased utility usage, extra amenities, and the added maintenance required for larger groups. This allows us to maintain a fair and balanced pricing structure for all guests. ✹ This space has been prepared for guests traveling from out of town! We love to host guests who have previously stayed in short term rentals and earned favorable reviews. ✹ There would be a $99 pet fee if you're going to bring a pet ✹ While we appreciate the interest in staying with our property, please note that we do not cater guests who live in the area and are looking for an alternate venue for their affairs or events and reserve the right to turn these guests away. ✹ If you have any allergies or sensitivities, please let us know ahead of time. It will help us better prepare for your reservation. ✹ There is no daily housekeeping service provided at the rental rate. Before check-in, the unit will be thoroughly cleaned and inspected. For longer stays, Mid-stay cleaning services can be requested for an additional fee. ✹ Please gather excess trash and place it in large receptacles at the back of the house. ★★ RULES AND GUIDELINES ★★ ✹ We ask our guests to enjoy and treat our house with the same love and respect as they would their own home. ✹ For the comfort and better enjoyment of all present and future guests, SMOKING is not allowed inside the house (e.g. marijuana, vapes, cigarettes, etc.) ✹ This cozy home is NOT for parties, large gatherings, or events. If a guest violates the house rules and allows unauthorized guests, everyone will be removed from the property without a refund. ✹ STRICT QUIET HOURS 9PM - 7AM "Especially Outdoor" ✹ Damage to the property will incur the following charges: ✔ Damaged towels $20 Each ✔ Damaged Linens $30 Each ✔ Comforter $200 ✔ Duvet Cover $100 ✔ No undeclared guests ✔ Pet cleanup $400 ✔ Party cleanup $500 ✔ Smoke remediation $700 ✹ Please note that security cameras are present for exterior monitoring only. A noise monitoring device is installed inside the property. ✹ To ensure a seamless check-in and a clear understanding of the rental terms, guests are required to complete the following upon booking confirmation: ✔Upload a valid ID ✔Fill out the Check-in Form ✔Sign the Rental Agreement ✹ LEFT ITEMS: $25 will be charged on items that was left in the property on top of the shipping fee ✹ Early Check-in: If there is no reservation from the previous day, we can consider an early check in. Alternatively, you can book the previous day to guarantee the early check in. ✹ Late Check-out: Late check-out requests are rarely approved, as our cleaning team is scheduled to arrive promptly at 11:00 AM to prepare our home for the next guests. ✹ CRIBS/BABY GEAR: Let us know at least a week in advance if you’ll need a crib, so we can have it ready and waiting for your little one before you arrive! ✹ EXTENSION REQUEST: When you feel like time runs out too fast and wish to have more time in our home, we’ve got you covered. We’d appreciate it if you let us know as soon as you find out the need to extend your stay. We would like to inform you that we only allow extension requests until 12:00 am on your last day in the property. Any requests that come in after midnight while the cleaner is already scheduled for that day will have an additional cleaning fee. ✹ NOTE: We provide complementary consumables like toiletries which include soap, shampoo, conditioner, coffee, packets of creamer and sugar, and other bathroom amenities. For your convenience, we offer mid-reservation supplies replenishing at minimal cost. ✹Our space includes a laptop-friendly workspace with a table, comfortable seating, and easy access to power outlets—perfect for remote work or catching up on emails. ★★ PETS ARE ALLOWED – TERMS AND CONDITIONS ✹ We welcome well-behaved pets. Only 2 pets are allowed per reservation (More than 2 pets are negotiable, please seek host approval first before making the reservation) ✹ Pets must be house-trained and under their owner's control at all times. They should not be left unattended in the rental property at any time. ✹ Pets are not allowed on furniture or bedding. Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets, both indoors and outdoors. (Pet cleaning fee minimum of $500 may be charged after the reservation if proven that there was neglect on this item) ✹ If a pet causes damage to the rental property, the guest is responsible for the cost of any repairs or replacements. ✹ Guests must provide proof of their pet's up-to-date vaccinations and flea/tick treatments before check-in. ✹ If a pet becomes a nuisance to other guests or neighbors, the guest may be asked to leave the rental property without a refund. ✹ Guests are responsible for any injuries or damages caused by their pets to other guests or neighbors. ✹ By booking this rental property and bringing a pet, the guest agrees to abide by these pet policies. Please note that failure to comply with these policies may result in additional fees or the cancellation of the reservation. We are here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. We are only a message away. You will be able to self check-in upon arrival.