February INNformation at Cedar Falls

February 2nd, 2012 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

Dear Friends,
The falls are glistening this winter.  With the mixture of rain and snow thus far, the ice formations give way to the water flowing behind them leaving an imprint in your mind not be forgotten.   It is a photographer’s paradise.
Winter time is the perfect time of year to take extra special care of our staff. With the restaurant closed on Tuesdays, it allows us time to have parties and outings for our team.  Click here to see some photos.  Our housekeeping department went out to eat.  And, we hosted our “after holiday” staff party in The Gathering Place and Fireside Lounge.
Wellness Principles
There are seven foundational wellness principles that form the basis of health and wellness. Each principle follows the laws of nature because that is the only way to sustain good health.
The wellness principles are:

  • Think
  • breathe
  • drink
  • eat
  • sleep
  • exercise
  • detox
  • environmental
Wellness
Within each principle there are opportunities to make good or bad choices. If you make poor choices, illness may result. If you make good choices, over time you may achieve vibrant health. The principles may seem simple, and they are in a way. But in today’s world of artificial and processed foods, artificial light, toxins, limited or inappropriate exercise, and constant stress, living by these simple principles can be very challenging. The more you control your lifestyle and make healthy choices, the closer you get to wellness.
Position Open
We are sad to announce the departure of Stephanie George, our longtime Office Manager/Group Coordinator. We are searching for just the right individual to join our management team.  See details if you are interested (or know anyone) in our Guest Services Manager position.
Primary duties include managing, directing and performing all front office functions and coordinating group events related to achieve excellent service.   Experience in supervising, sales, computer skills and customer service. Weekend hours. Send resume and salary requirements to ellen@innatcedarfalls.com.
Business Center
Winter projects continue as we just completed our new Business Center.  Located in the Fireside Lounge, guests can now check their emails (if you are so inclined) and print boarding passes (for free).
Business Center
Lots of exciting events coming up in the next couple of months.  Here are just a few to whet your appetite.
*Valentine’s Day Special (almost full) on Feb 14
*Winter Wine TasteInn (almost full) on Feb 24
*Leap Year Special on Feb 29
*Inn Spirits Dinner with Middle West Spirits on Mar 9

Deals, deals and more deals! If you aren’t connected to Facebook and Twitter with us you might want to think twice. Weekley, we are offering special deals that you can only find there. Connect here today at Facebook and Twitter.
Don’t miss out hiking the Hocking Hills this winter. Cozy up woth us in the Fireside Lounge with a mug of hot chocolate.
Ellen and Terry
Innkeepers

SWEET Deals February

January 31st, 2012 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

SWEETHEARTS CELEBRATE WITH TIME TOGETHER
February brings to mind flowers, candy hearts and chocolates. But there’s really no better way to show your love than by creating unforgettable memories of shared special times. Valentine’s Day at the Inn lets couples enjoy a legendary romantic getaway and share an elegant dinner. Since Valentine’s Day falls on a Tuesday this year, we’re offering our fabulous Valentine’s dinner on three evenings: Feb. 11, 14 & 18.

Chef Anthony will sweep guests off their feet with his special menu. Lovers enjoy an amazing three course meal for just $49 per person. To sweeten the deal: Couples who stay with us on Feb. 14 enjoy an incredible 25% off of their lodging.

Not able to make it to one of our Valentine’s Day dinners? That’s alright! Give your sweetie the gift that promises to keep your romance alive – an Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls gift certificate. We offer a truly romantic getaway in every season, so give the gift certificate today and enjoy special time together when it works for your schedule. (You don’t need Valentine’s Day as an excuse to visit us!) Our gift certificates are the perfect way to make even the most last-minute shopper look like a hero.

 

FOR YOUR SWEET TOOTH…
February is National Dental Month. So we’re welcoming all dentists and dental office workers to stay with us and receive a discount Sunday through Thursday throughout February. And March is National Red Cross Month, when all Red Cross volunteers receive 25% off lodging Sunday through Thursday throughout March.

 
WINES OF THE WORLD TasteINN
Also during February, our legendary winter Wine TasteInn takes place on February 24. Get together with a group of friends and come party the evening away with inn owner Terry Lingo, chef Anthony and selected wine/beer experts. Bring all your questions and a hearty appetite. The February Wine TasteInn will feature Obscure Wines of the World. It’s a wonderful evening where you learn a little, drink a little and laugh a lot! We’ll begin at 6 p.m. with appetizers and your first pour. Cost is $75 per person. TasteInns typically sell out, so call us today to make your reservation: (800) 653-2557.

We’ve had plenty of rain this year, so the waterfalls are gorgeous right now. And winter is a spectacular time to visit the Hocking Hills. Come experience the inn at this special time of year!

Romance Your Sweetheart In The Hocking Hills

January 28th, 2012 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

Treat your sweetheart to a relaxing and romantic weekend in the Hocking Hills this Valentine’s Day!

Experience a weekend away and take part in Hocking Hills State Park’s Annual Sweetheart Hike on February 11. Take a leasurly stroll with Ohio State Park Naturalist Pat Quackenbush along the 1/4 mile trail to Ash Cave. Mingle around the campfire, enjoying the soft light of dusk and the magic that is the Hocking Hills.

Return to the Inn to warm up in the Fireside Lounge and enjoy Chef Anthony’s special Valentine’s menu, featuring Baked Brie with Fig and Pear Chutney, Shrimp Bisque with a Chive Creme Fraiche, or Rocket Salad with Shaved Fennel, Pine Nuts, Pomegranate and Parmesan with Campaign Viniagrette. Followed by Braised Beef Short Ribs with Cognac-Green Peppercorn Reduction, Lobster Ravioli in a Sherry Creme Sauce, or Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi with Maple Beurre Blanc. You’ll want to leave room for decadent desserts like Fresh Strawberries with Dark Chocolate Fondue or Inn-Made Chambord Chocolate Truffles!

Stay with us Friday, February 10 or Sunday, February 12 and also experience Chef Anthony’s Winter menu, full of gourmet delicacies such as Pan Seared Duck Breast with White Bean-Oreganatta Ragout, and Phyllo Wrapped Salmon with Pomegranate Beurre Rouge Vin. Or stay with us on February 14 and receive 25% off of your lodgings and and spend the evening enjoying a candlelight dinner with Chef Anthony’s special Valentine’s menu.

Bring your sweetheart to the Hocking Hills this Valentine’s Day for some extra loveinn! There is no place more romantic than the Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls!

Holiday Family Fun Night

January 22nd, 2012 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

This month the wonderful staff at the Inn came together for an evening of family fun and yummy food.

The festivities took place in the Fireside Lounge and Gathering Place, and included a gift exchange, games, Just Dance on the Wii, and even a professional musician, sitting by the fireplace singing and playing everyone’s favorites on his guitar. It was a fabulous time!

Chef Anthony and his family

Some of our staff completing their wordsearch.

 

There was even a prize!

One of the highlights of the evening was a guest appearance by Charlie, one of the beagles that were born at the Inn in November.  He is  now living quiet happily with Chef Anthony and his four boys.

We believe we have the best staff at the Inn and that they are responsible for the Inn’s reputation and success. We know that when you visit us, you will agree!  Join us in the Hocking Hills this winter! Welcome, and Enjoy!

2012 Filled with Fun at the Inn

January 19th, 2012 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

This year, the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls has loads of fun-filled days, deals and packages planned for you, our guests.
Our crazy-fun Groundhog Day Special starts at just $159 and includes lodging for two for one night in a cozy inn guestroom or cottage, Feb. 2 (Groundhog Day), along with dinner for two prepared by the Inn’s renowned chef, Anthony Schulz.

Then, you’ll enjoy a special showing of the quirky comedy “Groundhog Day,” starring Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell, — complete with popcorn — in the inn’s Gathering Place. After a full country breakfast for two, guests can search for a groundhog on their own while hiking through the hundreds of acres of state parks and state and national forests that surround us here at the inn.
Leap Year comes just once every four years, making it worthy of a special Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls celebration. Since the “added day” falls on Feb 29, we’re offering 29% off any room or cottage overnight stay, along with our hearty country breakfast.
We had so much fun cooking up these specials for you, we’ve added a whole series of unique discounts — one offered nearly every month, including:
• All dentists and dental office workers will receive a discount Sun.-Thurs. throughout February, which is National Dental Month.
• Red Cross volunteers will receive 25% off lodging Sun.-Thurs. throughout March, which is National Red Cross Month.
• Guests on Earth Day, April 22 will receive an earth-friendly goody bag.
• April 25 is Hairstylist Appreciation Day and all stylists receive a 25% discount.
• We will offer a 25% discount on two nights of lodging on June 25, Log Cabin Day
• Guests age 50 and older will receive 25% off lodging on Aug. 14, Senior Citizen’s Day.
• Anyone arriving in a costume on Halloween, Oct. 31, receives a $25 discount and a treat.
• Guests during Thanksgiving weekend, Nov. 22-24, will enjoy a $25 gift shop voucher.

We’ll keep you posted on other packages. But for now, reservations are available right here on our website, or by calling (800) 653-2557 (1-800-65-FALLS).

47th Annual Hocking Hills Winter Hike

January 14th, 2012 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

The hills are finally covered in a beautiful dusting of snow, just in time for the 47th Annual Winter Hike!

The frozen waterfalls and ice formations make for a breathtaking back drop as you trek the 6 miles from Old Man’s Cave to Ash Cave. Better known as the ‘Grandma Gatewood Trail’, the trail is named after the first woman to walk the Appalachian Trail, at the age of 67, no less!

Taking place on Saturday, January 21, this very popular event brings more than 5,000 hikers every year and is free for the whole family. The park offers continuous starts from 9am – 11am at the Old Man’s Cave Visitor’s Center, and shuttles are provided to transport hikers back from Ash Cave. Layered clothing and good footwear are recommended and refreshments will be available at Cedar Falls.

When you’ve finished the hike, warm up in front of the fire in our Fireside Lounge or in any of our cabins or cottages! Relax with a massage at our Spa, and enjoy a delicious gourmet dinner in our award-winning restaurant!

Join us in the Hocking Hills this winter!  Things don’t slow down just because there’s snow on the ground! Welcome, and Enjoy!

Chef Anthony at The Hills Market

January 6th, 2012 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

At the Inn we are very pleased to be lending our own Chef Anthony to The Hills Market next week for an evening of instruction and delicious food!

Join us on Wednesday, January 11 at 6:30pm and learn how to prepare these favorites from the Inn, all featuring Canal Junction Cheese. Start the evening with an hour in the kitchen as Chef Anthony prepares Twice-Baked Wabash Erie Canal Souffle, Pan Seared Halibut with Portobello Risotto, Lock 21, and Scallion Oil, and Black Walnut & Charloe Cheesecake. Then move to the Wine Department, where you’ll enjoy each of these delicious items, complete with wine pairings, of course!

These cooking classes are always a great time and are not to be missed! Reservations are required so contact The Hills Market at 614.846.3220 to reserve your spot! See you there!

January INNformation at Cedar Falls

January 3rd, 2012 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

Dear Friends,

Happy New Year to all.  From our family to yours, we hope you had a glorious holiday season.  As we begin to take down the decorations, we do so with excitement for the upcoming year.  We have lots in the works and here is a sneak preview:

*New kitchen floor

*Business center in the Fireside Lounge

*Tile floor in all inn bathrooms

*New living room furniture in RedBud and Hickory Hollow

*New queen bed in Hickory Hollow

 

Stay tuned for more new photographs on our website.  Once again, we’ve hired Jumping Rocks Photography.  They arrive in early January to take photos of rooms, cottages, food, and hopefully snow!

 

Congratulations to Nancy Campbell, Guest Service Specialist.  For the second year in a row, she won the Employee Recognition Award.   Innkeeper Ellen says, “We are blessed to have such a loyal and dedicated staff member who takes excellent care of our guests.  Nancy has been with us for so long she is part of our family.”

 

Lots of exciting events coming up in the next couple of months.  Here are just a few to whet your appetite. 

*Annual Winter Hike on Jan 21

*Winter CookInn Class on Jan 27-28

*Groundhog Day Special on Feb 2-3

*Valentine’s Day Special on Feb 14

*Winter Wine TasteInn on Feb 24

*Leap Year Special on Feb 29

 

Deals, deals and more deals!  If you aren’t connected to facebook and twitter with us you might want to think twice.  Weekly, we are offering special deals that you can only find there.  Connect here today at Facebook and twitter.  

Over the holidays, we hiked Rose Lake and Cedar Falls with our children Sarah and Ben.  The Hocking Hills are spectacular in the winter season.  Hope you can visit us.

Ellen and Terry

Innkeepers

 

 

Happy New Year!

December 31st, 2011 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

Happy New Year from the Hocking Hills!

Delicious Winter Offerings in the Hocking Hills

December 19th, 2011 by Innkeeper, Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls

The midst of the busy Christmas season is the perfect time for Chef Anthony to roll out his winter menu. This year’s selections are sure to keep the cold weather at bay while offering you the relaxation and rejuvenation that we all so need this time of year.

Join us for dinner and look forward to starters like Golden Beets & Goat Cheese, a Lump Crabmeat Cake with Flashed Spinach, or of course our famous Cheese Ball and Olive Tapenade Basket.

Delicious entree options include Pan Seared Duck Breast with White Bean-Oreganatta Ragout, Butternut Ravioli with Peppered Sage Cream Sauce, Seared Diver Sea Scallops and Scallion-Wild Mushroom Risotto, or Phyllo Wrapped Salmon with Pomegranate Beurre Rouge Vin, just to name a few.

If you have a sweettooth you’ll want to leave room for our decadent desserts like Chef Anthony’s Flourless Chocolate Torte, the Inn’s Mixed Berry Cobbler, or even a selection from Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream!

Plan a trip to visit us in the Hocking Hills this winter and look forward to rest, relaxation, and a truly fabulous meal! Welcome, and Enjoy!

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