Merrymaker
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 4.0
Reviewed by Wayne
"We sure had a good time here at the Merrymaker over Christmas. It was a great place for friends and family to come visit. We hope to come back and experience different seasons. As you probably don't know, I grew up here in Derby. It's been a long time since I spent Christmas in Derby; really ..."
Utopia
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 5.0
Reviewed by John & Ardy Lefler
"Utopia - the perfect spelling for a perfeclty serene and peaceful location above the majestic Ohio River. We spent our 44th Anniversary there in Sept. 2010 and we will be back. Many thanks to the hosts and their proficient helpers. The cabin is cozy and very clean and contains practically ever..."
Shady Creek Retreat
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 5.0
Reviewed by Deb
"I've stayed in a lot of inns and B & B's-this cabin was one of the best. Online description doesn't do it justice. My Mom & I came down to visit friends in the area. I'm mad we spent so much time with them instead of @ the cabins! Staff are great too-took care of the only question I had witho..."
On The Rocks
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 4.0
Reviewed by Cousins
"We five cousins/siblings & spouses have surely enjoyed this leisure & respite together. Beautiful weather let us be outside some. At one point we saw two barges we'd seen at the Cannelton Locks "coming" & two barges going! Add to that the moon on the calm 'Ole Man River' plus the katydids croo..."
Shady Creek Retreat
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 5.0
Reviewed by Elizabeth
"The Shady Creek was beyond our expectations. We have searched and searched for a nice cabin and we have finally found it close to home. We are just 1 hour and 20 minutes from this great cabin. It is much nicer then the pictures on the web site! "
Hideaway
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 4.0
Reviewed by Mark & Leigh Ann
"We always love coming back to Derby! It is so relaxing to watch the river go by. Love to see the tug boats. We also love driving the scenic roads!"
Utopia
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 5.0
Reviewed by BW:RN
"Enjoyed the cabin VERY much! The folks around here were friendly. Canoeing was a great deal of fun! Apparently there are 3 deer that visit regularly. They show up around dusk and are unafraid of cars and trucks. The turkeys on the other hand run at the sound of a camera shutter. Thanks for s..."
On The Rocks
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 4.0
Reviewed by Lynn
"May husband, Keith and I just moved our daughter into University of Evansville for her senior year, and then we came here for our first visit to celebrate our 30th anniversary. We fell in love with the place, and we plan to return some day with the rest of our family. Being an English teacher,..."
Utopia
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 4.0
Reviewed by Penny Berry
"This was our first visit to Ohio River cabins but it wont be our last. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the cabin immensely. It was quiet and peaceful. Although the cabin is not on the river, we saw the most incredible moon ove the river when we arrived in Derby. The hot tub was wonderful. The..."
The Cottage
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 5.0
Reviewed by Paul S
"This was our 6th time to ORC! Enjoyed a fire by the riverside on Saturday Night. Great views wherever you go. Thanks for a wonderful weekend and hope all who visit are as blessed as we are."
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THE RETREAT CHOICE OF THE INDIANAPOLIS COLTS CHEERLEADERS AND CAMPBELL'S OUTDOOR CHALLENGE 

 Our new cabin Day Break is available for rent !! 

Surprise your friends or loved ones with a gift certificate

Call for our Winter Special of $125/Night 

7 night stay in Lodge $999 for 4 guests 

7 night stay in all other cabins $899 for 4 guests

Additional guests $5/night

(Good for reservations thru March 31)

This special excludes the Hideway, prior reservations, and holidays

 Offer expires Jan. 17

 
Ohio River Cabins
Welcome to beautiful Derby, Indiana - the home of Ohio River Cabins!

We invite you to come experience Indiana's Deep South in Beautiful Perry County. Experience life in Southern Indiana on the banks of the Ohio River. The Sunrise is magnificent and the full moon is spectacular. Watch the haze disappear from the Kentucky hills across the river as the morning stillness of the water embraces the new day. You may be lucky enough to see the Delta, Mississippi or American Queen as they cruise by your cabin.

Sports Afield Magazine

Sports Afield
50 BEST OUTDOOR SPORTS TOWNS
Derby, Indiana
Winner for Indiana 2 years in a row...
"There's one in every state. A low-key town where genuine outdoorsmen go to immerse themselves in serious sporting pursuits. Where the prices are low, the people are friendly, and the quality of the experience is unmatched."

Midwest Living Magazine

Midwest Living

"People have no idea how beautiful it is down here," says Gary Johnson, who's never regretted trading the city for the country. "This whole river region is just being rediscovered."

 
Travel Holiday Magazine

Travel Holiday

For many years dreamers have been searching for, and finding, paradise in an unexpected place: Southern Indiana. The 320 mile-long Ohio River Scenic Route has been declared a National Scenic Byway, a title bestowed on only a few other roads, including the Blue Ridge Parkway, The Natchez Trace and the Pacific Highway.

Extra! Newspaper Article

Extra!

Newspaper section from The Indianapolis Star

Quiet, restful and largely unknown, the three recently renovated dollhouse-like Ohio River Cabins in tiny Derby, IN, are a perfect place to pull up a rocking chair, park your feet on a porch railing and be mesmerized by the slow parade of river traffic.

A message to all of our visitors and supporters...

We hope you have a great experience on the river's edge! Many thanks go out to those who gave us credit in their printed material with a true appreciation of what nature has to offer in our southern Indiana region.