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Enjoy a unique, private country vacation with your family. With this farmstay you have the experience of farm living without all the hard work! Observe farming and livestock maintenance by Amish neighbors and off site owners while you relax in the main farmhouse......all to yourself.
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Welcome to your family farm vacation!
+++ July 1, 2008 +++
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Approaching the 1866 built farmhouse from the country road, you will pass a windmill powered pump for the Amish family across the way. The drive down the wooded lane to the farmhouse will provide you with a glimpse of our goats awaiting your arrival.
Your first view of the house is of the spacious furnished porch with great northern exposures. The cozy yet open living area is equipped with TV connected to DVD/VHS player (no local or satellite service to the house)
The main floor guest room, decorated with antique furnishings is just off the living room.
The Kitchen is equipped with modern stainless steel appliances and a gas stove/oven set within local Amish crafted beautiful cabinetry. Original wood flooring in the the kitchen and dining room. All cookware, dinnerware, cutlery, and glassware are provided. The downstairs shower room is finished in tiles, converting an old pantry into a full room shower with modern Moen shower fixture. LG Washer and dryer are just off the kitchen.
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The steep original stairway leads upstairs to the three bedrooms and an oversized bathroom with a walk in closet. The bathroom is furnished with a cast iron stand alone tub and vintage pedestal sink. Soak in the tub while gazing out the window upon birds and farmland.
The entire house has been renovated with new electrical, plumbing, heating and septic systems while maintaining the original wavy glass windows to the main frame. Ceiling fans have been added in the living room, master bedroom and porch. The shade provided by the hard maples, oaks and black walnut trees surrounding the house naturally keep the home cool even on the summer’s hottest days.
All bed linens and bath towels are provided to accommodate one queen bed, one full bed, one full size futon, and two twin beds. Hair dryer, iron, ironing board are also provided.
Take a walk down our street past Amish and Mennonite farms. Visit the farmers market in town on Saturday mornings or attend an old fashioned, but authentic, hay and produce auction on Friday mornings. Cook country meals with all local natural ingredients. Play with the goats, watch the Belgian Horses graze in our pasture. Watch our Turkeys forage on bugs and grass. Cook out and enjoy meals on our Amish made picnic table in the back yard. Enjoy the fresh smells of herbs and spices growing in our gardens. Buy a home made pie and fresh sweet corn from a farmer and his wife whose family has been farming their land for generations. Have a glass of Ohio wine and watch the sun set through the trees from our comfortable porch furniture, as hummingbirds feed from Rose of Sharon bushes that line our front lawn along the lane. Nature never felt so good!
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Clear Creek Township - Immediate area
Visit area Amish farms to buy fresh brown eggs, produce and butter.
Hike or bike the area with our bikes (maps provided). Pick your own strawberries, go to a hay and produce auction or visit a farmers market.
Olivesburg General Store
4778 State Route 545
Ashland, 44805
Phone: (419) 895-1038
Bailey Lakes General Store
910 Main Street (RT 250)
Ashland, 44805
Phone: (419) 962-4967
City of Ashland
The city of Ashland has become a well-respected center for the arts, beginning with Ashland University. The Hugo Young Theatre on the Ashland University campus hosts world-renowned speakers, as well as top-notch musicians and plays. On campus, explore the museums, art galleries, and beautiful gardens.
Ashland is well known for its Parks and Recreation facilities, there are seven parks in all, with activities for young and old - including the challenging Brookside Golf Course. Myers Memorial Bandshell hosts the Chautauqua series and a variety of musical acts, highlighted by the Ashland Symphony. BalloonFest July’s BalloonFest and Ballon Glow take place at Freer Field, a 72 acre park surrounding a huge restored barn, dedicated to protect the land from development.
Honey Haven Farms
Visit the greenhouses in the spring and summer There is no better way to enjoy the Fall than to pick your own pumpkin or make your way through a corn maze.
Fin Feather Fur Outfitters hunting and fishing superstore carries one of Ohio’s largest selections of outdoor gear under one roof
Grandpa’s Cheesebarn and Village featuring Sweeties Jumbo Chocolates, home of delicious handmade chocolates. Shop at the Cheesebarn for Grandpa’s favorite summer sausage and over 70 varieties of cheese
Tiger Paw Exotic Rescue Center - See rare tigers up close!!
Finnish Farm Alpacas - Visit this farm to enjoy these unusual peruvian, award winning animals
Ashland County
The Lincoln Highway, America’s first coast-to-coast rock highway, runs through Ashland and has been designated a State Historic Byway.
The Ashland County Park District conserves natural areas of forest, woodland, farm, and fields for the enjoyment of the people and to promote multiple uses for these areas, including: hiking, walking, biking, hunting, fishing, bird watching and other outdoor pursuits. Byers Woods, Crall Woods, and River Walk Natural Area are just a few of the parks that are under the care of the Park District.
The southern tip of Ashland County revolves around Mohican State Park and Forest, the Scenic Mohican River, and Wally Road Scenic Byway. These natural attractions and the recreational opportunities they create are a source of livelihood for the village of Loudonville. If you prefer the great outdoors and enjoy camping, canoeing, and hiking and horseback riding, Southern Ashland County is the place for you. There are many campgrounds, canoe liveries, and recreation businesses that offer something for everyone.
Mohican Country
A five county tourist destination in North Central Ohio encompassing Ashland, Holmes, Knox, Richland & Wayne Counties. We have volumes of history and recreation to discover and explore.
Ohio’s Amish Country new website...
http://www.oacountry.com/
Holmes County and the Amish
When European immigrants fled post-reformation religious persecution and settled in the verdant valleys of Holmes County, Ohio, they brought with them a self reliance and independence from the rest of the world that remains today. These Amish and Mennonite settlers farmed for a living and grew, produced or crafted most of what they needed to survive. When you plan your trip to beautiful Mohican Country, make sure you stay long enough to visit Ohio’s Amish Country. Nearly every mile of state road in Holmes County is designated as an Ohio Scenic Byway and a National Scenic Byway Route, so slow down and enjoy the scenery. And while you’re here, take in the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of another era.
Visit the Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center, Berlin, Ohio to learn much more.
Richland County
Malabar Farm State Park was once the home of Pulitzer Prize-winning
screenwriter and author Louis Bromfield, a friend of Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, who were married at Malabar. Guests can tour the grounds, work on the farm and even tie the knot right where Bogey & Bacall did.
Don’t miss the historic Ohio State Reformatory, which was featured in
Shawshank Redemption and several other Hollywood movies. This eerie
structure was preserved to offers tours, overnight ghost hunts and seasonal haunted tours throughout October. Pontoon Boat rentals are available at Charles Mill Marina
Spring/Summer/Fall '08 Rates
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