Dear Friends.
The peace and quiet our guests receive while visiting our Inn is similar to the serenity Terry and I reflect upon at our lakeside cottage at Buckeye Lake. Last fall, we purchased a quaint, small getaway where we retreat to. For us at the lake and you visiting us in the Hocking Hills, we can renew time together, visit with family, staff and friends and reflect on how lucky we are. As I look our over the lake, it is nice to take time to write all of you.
This past month I have traveled several times for business. Terry and I went to the Beaumont Inn in Harrodsburg, KY for our THINK meeting. A great time was spent with our innkeeper friends. As the VP for Select Registry, I traveled to Atlanta to embark on a two day intensive training on the Carver Method of Policy Goverence. From there I flew to Louisville, KY, where Lanie, our Sales Consultnat, and I participated in the annual MPI (Meeting Professionals International) trade show. Lanie and I had the opportunity to introduce The Gathering Place to meeting planners to schedule Executive Board Retreats and Staff Development meetings. This week I travel to Cleveland to meet with another group of business travel companies to introduce them to everything we have to offer for corporate events.
Who knows us better than you, our guests! Perhaps, you know of a company that might use our meeting space. Anyone sending us a meeting of 10 or more people receives a FREE night’s stay. Send your referral today.
With spring in the air…ok, so the weather hasn’t been the warmest, but the flowers are in bloom…we have a nice schedule of events for April-May. Celebrate Easter on April 24 or Mother’s Day on May 8 with a delectable Brunch prepared by Chef Anthony. Lunch times are from 11:30-1:30 and reservations are required. Call today as we will be full.
Don’t miss the 7th Annual Nelsonville Music Festival the weekend of May 13-15. If blue grass and country music aren’t “your cup of tea”, join our spa therapist for the Inn’s Mind, Body and Spirit Renewal Workshop.

Terry, I and our staff wanted to create an ongoing event that would give back to the community. What better way than partnering with the American Red Cross to donate blood. We all know someone that has needed blood. Come give of yourself on Saturday, April 16 at our Second Bi-Annual Blood Drive. You don’t need to stay the night, come visit the Hocking Hills for the day. Terry will be cooking on the grill for those donating and Chef Anthony is providing the fixinns for lunch. Call 740-385-7489 to reserve your time slot.
We are a very proud member of Dine Originals Columbus. Offered only 4 times per year, a limited supply of 30% Discount Certificates are now available.
Thanks to all our guest who continue to post blogs, Facebook and Twitter to their friends about your stay. We truely appreciate you letting others know about us.
As you can see, there us a lot going on this spring. Come join in the fun. The patio is set and ready to go for outdoor dining. And, Terry is putting the finishing touches on the rooftop garden for the summer season. It always warms our hearts to see our Inn friends. We look forward to your return. Visit our calendar of events for a Complete list of events.
Ellen and Terry
Innkeepers