Ohio holds more romance than most people expect. Between its rolling countryside, historic villages, vineyard escapes, and woodland hideaways, the Buckeye State offers weekend retreats that feel miles away from the everyday. Whether it's sipping wine beside a fireplace, watching the sun rise over a private lake, or wandering castle grounds with someone you love, these getaways invite you to slow down, tune in, and reconnect. Here are nine romantic stays that offered just the kind of quiet, beauty, and togetherness we didn’t know we were missing.
Best Romantic Weekend Getaways in Ohio
For a Mohican Country holiday: Landoll's Mohican Castle - 1 hour 30 minutes from Columbus
Landoll’s Mohican Castle looked like something out of a storybook — ivy-draped towers, stone turrets, and secret pathways through the trees. But the real magic wasn’t just in the architecture — it was in how the place made us feel: tucked away, held, and just a little enchanted. I remember thinking, “Every grown-up deserves to feel like royalty once in a while.”
What I Loved Most: Warming up by the in-room fireplace after a moonlit walk on the castle grounds, wrapped in robes and the kind of silence that only comes with deep woods and deep rest.
My highlights? Dinner at The Copper Mug Bar & Grille — cozy, candlelit, and full of character. I had the duck breast with blackberry glaze and garlic mashed potatoes, followed by a dark chocolate torte that we devoured slowly, between sips of red wine and soft laughter.
Plan your romantic escape:
- Location: 561 Township Road 3352, Loudonville, OH 44842
- Price: Starting at $219 per night
- Vibe: Medieval, whimsical, woodsy
- Best Time to Visit: Fall for crisp air and golden forests
- Amenities: Whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, on-site restaurant, hiking trails
- Nearby Attractions: Mohican State Park, Malabar Farm, canoeing on the Mohican River
For a romantic cottage getaway: The Inn at Honey Run, Ohio - 1 hour 45 minutes
There was a stillness at The Inn at Honey Run that stayed with me. The world felt softer among the trees and quiet hills of Amish Country, as if the air itself whispered permission to rest. I remember thinking, “This is what it means to truly get away.” No urgency, no schedule — just the rhythm of birdsong and the slow flicker of candlelight.
What I Loved Most: The serenity of our woodland suite, with floor-to-ceiling views of moss-covered trees and a stone fireplace that crackled late into the night.
My highlights? Dinner at Tarragon, the inn’s serene dining room. I had the pan-seared halibut with a lemon beurre blanc and wild mushroom risotto — clean, comforting, and quietly elegant. We toasted with sparkling cider and said almost nothing, because we didn’t need to.
Plan your romantic escape:
- Location: The Inn at Honey Run , 6920 County Rd 203, Millersburg, OH 44654
- Price: Starting at $229 per night
- Vibe: Peaceful, nature-inspired, secluded
- Best Time to Visit: Spring for wildflowers or fall for colorful forest views
- Amenities: Private woodland rooms, fine dining, nature trails, art installations
- Nearby Attractions: Amish Country tours, Holmes County Trail, Millersburg shops
If you decide to bring the kids: The Bertram Inn at Glenmoor - 2 hours
The Bertram Inn made a dramatic first impression — Gothic towers, grand arches, and sweeping golf greens that looked painted into the landscape. It felt like a world apart, filled with echoing hallways and quiet, thoughtful elegance. I remember thinking, “This is the kind of place where time expands.” And it did — in slow breakfasts, deep conversations, and the luxury of stillness.
What I Loved Most: Wandering the grounds as mist rolled off the fairways, the quiet interrupted only by distant church bells and the soft crunch of gravel underfoot.
My highlights? Dinner at Black Heath, where I ordered the duck confit with blackberry demi-glace and rosemary polenta. It was rich and refined, yet unpretentious — like the inn itself. We followed it with crème brûlée by the fire.
Plan your romantic escape:
- Location: 4191 Glenmoor Rd NW, Canton, OH 44718
- Price: Starting at $245 per night
- Vibe: Grand, classic, tranquil
- Best Time to Visit: Year-round; winter for spa days, summer for golf and garden walks
- Amenities: Golf course, spa, fine dining, historic chapel, sweeping grounds
- Nearby Attractions: Gervasi Vineyard, Canton Museum of Art, shopping at Belden Village
For a romantic getaway overlooking the water: A Water's Edge Retreat
At Water’s Edge Retreat, everything slowed to the pace of waves. This charming B&B sat right on Lake Erie’s edge, where the horizon blurred gently into sky and the days unfolded like chapters of a novel you didn’t want to end. I remember thinking, “This is the sound of peace.” Even time seemed to take a breath here.
What I Loved Most: Sitting on the lakeside lawn in Adirondack chairs, toes in the grass, wine glasses in hand, as gulls circled and the light turned gold over the water.
My highlights? Breakfast on the wraparound porch: warm blueberry scones, spinach and feta quiche, and orange juice squeezed just that morning. Every bite felt like summer. Every moment, a sigh of relief.
Plan your romantic escape:
- Location: 827 E Lakeshore Dr, Kelleys Island, OH 43438
- Price: Starting at $185 per night
- Vibe: Breezy, lakeside, low-key
- Best Time to Visit: Late spring through early fall for ferry access and island breezes
- Amenities: Lakefront access, porch dining, garden paths, bicycles
- Nearby Attractions: Glacial Grooves, Kelleys Island State Park, local wineries
A Water's Edge Retreat is 3 hr 15 min (131 miles via OH-4 N) from Columbus.
For a golf weekend getaway: The Grand Resort, Warren
The Grand Resort felt expansive and elevated — a place that wrapped you in comfort without asking you to dress it up. With marble accents, plush furnishings, and world-class amenities, it was the kind of destination where indulgence came easy. I remember thinking, “We didn’t just book a stay — we stepped into a lifestyle.”
What I Loved Most: Soaking in the Roman Bath beneath open skies, steam rising around us as we floated side by side, eyes closed, no need for words.
My highlights? Dinner at The Atrium was both upscale and relaxed. I had the filet with garlic truffle butter and roasted Brussels sprouts — each bite perfectly prepared. We ended with espresso martinis by the fire, lingering long after our plates had been cleared.
Plan your romantic escape:
- Location: 9519 E Market St, Warren, OH 44484
- Price: Starting at $299 per night
- Vibe: Modern, refined, all-inclusive luxury
- Best Time to Visit: Year-round; summer for poolside cocktails, winter for spa indulgence
- Amenities: Spa, indoor/outdoor pools, fine dining, wine cellar, cigar lounge
- Nearby Attractions: Avalon Golf and Country Club, Mosquito Lake State Park, downtown Warren
Conclusion
Each of these Ohio getaways gave us something different — a moment of stillness, a spark of joy, a space to simply be together. Whether you’re drawn to castles or cabins, vineyards or modern spas, what you’ll find is the same: places that make romance feel easy again. These weekends reminded us that love doesn’t need grand gestures. It just needs a setting that gives it room to breathe.
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