Ohio Bed and Breakfast
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Lake Erie Islands
The islands just offshore from Sandusky, in Central Ohio, are a Midwest summer playground. Ferries, hydrofoils, and a myriad of private powerboats and sailboats connect the coast with South Bass, Middle Bass, and Kelly's Island. The largest island, South Bass, features a lively harbor, interesting antique store, an historic winery, and the Perry Monument, a tribute to the US Lake Erie victory over the British during the War of 1812. A bed and breakfast is a natural place to stay on this quaint island. Representative of these delightful inns is:
- Drake's Getaway Inn, 140 Concord St., Put-in-Bay Ohio; 419 285-9012 - Just two blocks away from the harbor, shopping, and nightlife, this modern, wood-shingled inn features six large bedrooms, each with a private bath. Common facilities include a large lawn and a TV/recreation room with an honor bar and snacks. A full, country breakfast is served each morning.
Northeast Ohio
Northeast Ohio includes the bustling and cultural hub of Cleveland as well as the scenic and historic Lake Erie wine trail along the northeast coast of Lake Erie. Bed and breakfasts here reflect the region's diversity. Among them are:
- Baricelli Inn - 2203 Cornell Rd., Cleveland, OH 44106; 216 791-6500 - Built in 1896, the this Cleveland bed and breakfast is located within the city's charming "Little Italy" neighborhood with lots of art galleries, restaurants, and shopping. The stone mansion features seven bedrooms, filled with 19th century antiques and luxury amenities. The onsite restaurant is one of the city's most romantic eateries.
- Fitzgerald's Irish Inn - 47 Mentor Rd., Painesville, OH 44077; 440 639-0845 - This 1937 French Tudor Inn sits at the gateway of the Lake Erie Wine Trail, within a short drive of 16 wineries. The Inn features six well-appointed bedrooms, four with private baths, and their traditional Irish breakfasts are a regional favorite.
Central Ohio
Columbus, in the center of Ohio, is home to the state's government, Ohio State University, and two of the state's most charming "re-claimed" neighborhoods: German Village and Victorian Village. Staying here is like taking a trip back in time. Consider the following:
- German Village Guest House - 748 Jaegar St., Columbus, OH 43206; 614 437-9712 - This elegant three-bedroom, brick German townhouse features relaxed luxury accommodations, complete with complementary WiFi access, private baths, in-room cable TV and DVD players, and direct-dial telephones with voice mail. The inn is located in the heart of some of Columbus' most trendy restaurants, shopping, and nightlife as well as a short hop away from the city center.
Staying in an Ohio Bed and Breakfast
Ohio bed and breakfast inns offer a wide variety of locations, ammenities, and facilities. Some welcome children; others prefer guests over 16. Smoking is usually not permitted; be sure to ask. Choosing the right accommodations for you and your family requires a little research. Organizations, such as the Ohio Bed and Breakfast Association and Ohio Bed and Breakfast Online each give useful information about the myriad of Ohio inns.
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