We loved our stay here! Very comfortable and spotless home. Owners were friendly and interesting…read morepeople who wanted us to have a comfortable experience. We got engaged during our stay at a wonderful nearby restaurant, Hudson and Essex. We will always have fond memories of our stay and will return!

Quaint and very comfortable. Have stayed here on many occasions and always look forward to it.read more

My husband and I stayed here over Mother's Day weekend. We wanted to get away and disconnect from…read morethe world. I cannot say enough nice things about Ruth and Bryan. Their home was welcoming, they are friendly, interesting and gracious hosts. Even though Peter and I are fairly local, we will definitely be returning the next time we need a "staycation"

Wow, where to begin. Easily the best traditional bed & breakfast we've ever stayed at. Bryan and…read moreRuth really make you feel like family... while giving you all the personal space you need to enjoy their beautiful home. And the breakfast is delicious! I'm not sure it gets better than this...

This place books up so you better plan ahead!…read more We booked this place a few weeks ahead of our trip and luckily had a room for two nights instead of the three over labor day weekend, but our fault for not planning ahead! The ROOMS We stayed in the Stables, in a room with two queens, we just ended up pushing them together in the middle of the room, which worked fine! The room itself is huge, nice big bathroom as well, with a big jacuzzi tub, so that's fun! The decor is nice and nicely diplayed. TV could be bigger to fill the wall, but is a fine size and we didn't really come to stay in the room & watch TV much anyways. I like the thoughtfulness of the two mini dasani waters in the mini fridge! That is super helpful bc the faucet water tastes very earthy. Not enough outlets, I will say that much. Need a power strip or something b/c the outlets near the beds are just kinda far from the bed and the outlets closer are used by the bedside lamps. So just kinda an inconvenience, but not a big deal. The TV and coffee maker also can't both be plugged in a the same time, so again, not enough outets it seems. The TV itself ... needs replaced. For the love of technology that thing is ancient! The remote didn't work well at all, it was the kind that has a million buttons and you have to figure out which buttons turn on the TV and which buttons turn on the actual service that allows you to watch the TV lol oh sheesh. Plus YOU CAN'T STREAM! We had to use our laptop to watch what we wanted to b/c the TV said it needed an ethernet cable to get hooked up to internet. So I did feel like I was at my grandmas house in terms of the TV technology, watching dish available programs like NCIS and the Drew Barymoore show.. -___- This was my actual one main gripe about the room and stay itself. Like the bathroom mini toiletries available. They def seem high quality, so that's nice! Like that the room comes with mini travel size shampoo, conditioner, lotion and a few makeup remover wipes as well as has larger size shampoo, conditioner and body wash attached to the shower wall. The towels could use some fabric softener, they were definitely stiff and rough. Toilet paper was angel soft, so that could be higher quality. Very rough. So it seems like some little details are thought of while others might be overlooked. The Stables themselves are in a quite good location actually, I do prefer how it is a bit away from everything and has super cute little seating area with string lights behind the building! WITH a little walking trail that circles around and up to the pool house. The CASTLE The Castle itself is super cute, I love how there's tons of paved walkways around the entire grounds. LOTS of beautiful plants and flower beds all around the grounds. The aesthetic is just beautiful. The lobby has coffee, tea, snacks and drinks for sale as well as some small nick nacks and toys as well. I DEF took advantage of their reasonably priced mini wines and sodas to grab for the room. AMENITIES Great amentiites, not too much not too little. Not too many amenities to make it a kid-palooza, which keeps it nice and quiet at pretty much all hours. We were here on a Labor Day weekend and it seems like everyone gets out and about to go hiking and do other things throughout the day time. We chose to stay on the castle grounds the entire stay, which was nice to not have to drive anywhere. Love that there's pickle ball courts, lots of paved walkways to get some exercise, nothing is tooooo far away from each other to feel like an actual workout lol. I love that there's a pool and hot tub on site for all cabin use. The mercantile shop attached to the grill is a nice touch! Also love that they sell lots of quirky nick nacks + local beers in single cans + the local wine as well! Maybe if there were just like one or two more little things to do on the grounds it would be perfect for those that really don't want to have to drive anywhere once on site. Maybe a few oversized yard cames somewhere, a lawn chess or ... some other little things to keep the castle dwellers occupied in the quiet time on the grounds. The Copper Mug itself was really awesome, so they'll get an extravagant review separately! But very happy with them, especially as the only restaurant available on site and most likely the best thing within anything close to a short driving distance. Overall Great stay! Few recommendations for little upgrades, just to put the cherry on top of the "luxury" adjective used in the description. Overall great place to stay, we will be back in the future to stay in the castle itself!

I really wanted to like this place as the grounds are beautiful…read more On the positive side, the staff was great and did what they could. The person working the front desk was friendly and looked like she was doing 3 jobs at once. The bartender was fast efficient and made great cocktails. Some of our concerns go to more managerial issues. As an example, the heat in our room did not work and our room was as cold as the outside. Being middle of January we were literally sitting in our rooms in hats, gloves and coats. The staff did bring up some space heaters to help raise the temperature, which eventually worked. The wine pairing dinner we attended was just ok, but at 70 dollars a person I would expect more than using small plastic cups for the pairings. The food itself was really good, so my compliments to the chef. If the room price was more reasonable and not 450 per night I would be less critical. The cost just didn't match the expectation

If you like cold showers, stained towels and a little mold hiding under the sink, then this is the…read moreplace for you! Bad smells, dirty floors and missing furniture also come along with your room with no extra charge! Clogged sink, tv that won't connect and no WiFi will give you a chance to really unwind! It's almost embarrassing that a company paid for my room here and I actually stayed.

The staff at this place truly made it feel like home. Yes, the property could use a little TLC, but…read morethe room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was plenty good for me. Every staff member I talked to was friendly, chatty, and accommodating! And the prices are incredible. Absolutely would visit again!

We stayed here for the weekend & have zero regrets. Only the top floor suite accommodates children…read more The suite sleeps up to 5, but only one bed; two cots & a pull out bed were the other options. As for food, our burgers were a bit well done, but still delicious. The pretzel sticks with Gouda cheese were a hit. And the strawberry rhubarb wine was amazing. We can home with multiple bottles of it. And, of course, you can't forget the cheesecake. The service was a bit slower, but well worth the wait. My biggest takeaway is if you're between two menu items: get the one with the Gouda!

My husband and I stopped in for a glass of wine and a charcuterie board and got to speak with the…read moreowner who is truly amazing. His staff is an attentive and make sure you feel like a king and a queen just while sitting and having a glass of wine. I didn't stay here, but I wish I hadn't stayed somewhere else. This place is meticulous. It is so beautiful. They had live music in the garden and a view of the park next-door. This is really a special place. This is a definite stop while in Ohio or a definite destination.

Short Review I slept…read morebetter here than at the Hilton and the Hamilton I stayed at on the same trip. The room was clean and comfortable, with a fridge and microwave. Hot water, genuinely good toilet paper (yes, that matters), and the heat kept the room very warm--which mattered since I stayed the first week of February. The place is clearly in the middle of being modernized, so your stay may not look exactly like mine--but that's part of the appeal. I'm honestly looking forward to coming back and watching it evolve. The Long Review I grew up in this town. I've been back on and off over the last 20 years, more off than on. This time around, I realized I'm an old man now and didn't want to stay with family the whole trip. I asked my brother where I should stay, and he recommended Hemlock Inn. The owners, Taylor and Leanne, are the kind of people who--once you meet them--you may find yourself unconsciously humming John Cougar Mellencamp songs. Two American Kids doing the best that they can. They're earnest, kind, and clearly invested in what they're building. When I was a kid, this place was called the Little Brown Inn, and honestly it always kind of creeped me out. It sat off the road, wasn't well lit, and had that slightly eerie small-town motel vibe. Taylor is clearly in the process of changing all of that. I stayed during the off-season, the first week of February--and I'll say this: if you want to actually feel small-town life, winter is the time to visit. Summer here is chaotic. Winter is when the town exhales. Loudonville in the winter feels real and it's beautiful. The room itself was simple but solid--clean, quiet, and warm, with everything I needed. No nonsense. No surprises. Just comfortable lodging run by people who care about the details. I also had a chance to chat with Taylor during the first couple nights I was there, and what stood out wasn't just what's happening with the inn--but what's happening in the town. He talked about young professionals moving back, investing time and energy, and quietly reshaping Loudonville for the better. And honestly, I was astonished this time through. The town feels different--in the best way. That's part of why this review probably reads like more than just a hotel stay--and I'm okay with that. This place feels like a reflection of the town right now: being cared for, improved thoughtfully, and built with intention rather than flash. Not everything is finished yet--and that's actually part of the charm. It feels honest. It feels like people doing the work, not pretending it's already done. If you value comfort, sincerity, and a sense of place over perfection, this is worth your time. And if you're returning to a hometown you haven't seen in years, staying here might surprise you in the best way. I'll be back--and I'm genuinely curious to see what it becomes

It was April 8, 2024, and we were looking for a place to spend the night on a trip from Vermont to…read moreour home in Chicago. I mention the date only because a full solar eclipse occurred that day, and all the places we could easily reach were in areas that experienced a 100% total eclipse. While we normally pay less than $150 a night for hotels, we were seeing prices from $250 a night to over $900 a night because of the eclipse. When searching the Internet for overnight lodging during our trip from Chicago to Vermont, we'd seen an article about The Hemlock Inn that explained a couple had purchased an old motor inn and were in the process of refurbishing it. We normally use Interstate 90 when traveling between Chicago and Vermont, and, while the idea of supporting a couple trying to build a business really appealed to us, we decided to stay in AirBNB along I-90 on our way to Vermont. On the way home, however, in an effort to avoid spending $250 or more for our April 8th stay, we gave the Hemlock Inn a call and were quoted much less than $150 for a room with a queen size bed. So we decided to spend the night at the inn and follow U.S. Route 30 back to Chicago from there. I'm guessing The Hemlock Inn was built before the I-71 Interstate was constructed - back when anyone traveling from Cincinnati to Columbus to Cleveland took U.S. Route 3, often referred to as "3-C Highway." Today, the building appears to be in very good condition, but it does have the look of a motel someone might have stopped at while driving their brand new 1959 Chevy Impala from Columbus to Cleveland. Every room has an exterior door that opens to the parking lot and a second door that opens to a common hallway leading to the office. We were very happy with our overnight stay. The guy we spoke with was very friendly and helpful. The room, while not huge, had a queen size bed, television, small table, two chairs, small fridge, and microwave. We didn't feel cramped, there was room for our 65 pound Labrador Retriever's crate, the bed was comfortable, and everything was very clean. Our room was on the back side of the Inn, neither or us heard any road noise, and we both enjoyed a good night's sleep. As an added bonus, there's a walking/bike path at the front of the hotel that allowed me to easily walk our dog both north and south from the inn. Don't get me wrong - The Hemlock Inn isn't the Ritz. But we got a nice, clean, comfortable room at a very reasonable price. If you like to support small businesses and really appreciate businesses that provide great value for reasonable prices, then I'm very comfortable recommending that you stay at The Hemlock Inn.

My Dog and I loved this place, fun trails and good variety of views.read more

Last year, I took the kids to ride at the Clear Fork ATV park. It was a good experience. We had a…read moregood lunch at the onsite restaurant before paying the fee ($20 pp, regardless of age) to ride the property. There were not many people there, but I don't think the defunct-ski-resort-turned-ATV-park had been open for very long. The lodge/Bar/Restaurant building was clean and air conditioned with decent restroom facilities. Sunday was the fourth time that I've ridden the Clear Fork Adventure Park in the past two years. Unfortunately, the park was in the worst shape ever. The restaurant is permanently closed. They used to mow all of the ski hills and the land surrounding the adult and kids' dirt tracks. The kids track was so overgrown, I had trouble finding it. Almost all of the grass on the property was 2-4 feet tall. I encountered many thorny vines growing across the poorly-marked trails (dark-red spray-painted dots on trees mean wrong-way; dark-green spray-painted dots mean right-way). I used to like to ride this place on the weekend for safety reasons (rather than face the high-traffic trails at Wayne on weekends). It was a nice place to take the kids, and it's only an hour away from home. Unfortunately, it is not going to survive by charging riders $20 per day and failing to perform minimal maintenance on the property. The hours of operation are pretty strange as well: Wed - Sun, noon - 7 PM. We were told the resort has been sold two or three times, and it is currently owned by an investment group in Utah that owns 27 other resorts (this is the only one that is an ATV park).

Beautiful house that is situated on a scenic rolling landscape. The house has everything you need…read morefor a family getaway or a retreat. I recently saw pictures from a yoga retreat here. I look forward to a relaxing weekend with my girlfriends. This house is simply amazing!