Georgian Manor Inn - Bed and Breakfast Norwalk (Sandusky area), Ohio Highly rated AAA Four Diamond Inn - B&B Northwest Oh near Sandusky, Lake Erie Islands ferries, Cedar Point, Anniversary pkgs | Contact the Innkeepers | Guest Rooms/Rates | Guest Comments | Public Rooms & Dining Room | A Brief History | About Your Hosts | Special Packages | Grounds and Gardens | Area Attractions | Our Favorite Recipes |

Highly rated! ... AAA "Four Diamond Lodging"...... In 2010 received its tenth "Four Diamond Award" among a very select group of only eleven Ohio lodgings (including Ritz Carlton) to receive the distinguished award (only about 3% of all lodgings evaluated by AAA receive a Four Diamond Award). Recognized as a premier bed and breakfast, the Georgian Manor Inn was recently featured on the cover page of the Nov. 19, 2006 "Columbus Dispatch" Travel section. Written by Dispatch travel writer Steve Stephens, the page and half article titled "Immaculate manor" - "Elegant Norwalk inn serves as base to visit Lake Erie sites or enjoy quiet getaway" has large color photos of the inn with Steve's write up about the property and the Norwalk area. Click to review article. In addition, the Georgian Manor Inn has been featured on the cover page of August 2002 "Ohio Magazine" and in its article "Garden Getaways". Also featured live on Channel 5 TV's "Good Morning Cleveland" and in the February 1999 issue of "Ohio Magazine" - "Winter Retreats". Rated at the top with 5 stars in "the Unofficial Guide to Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns in the Great Lakes States".

After a year of complete restoration and the addition of private host quarters and additional bathrooms, the Inn opened in November 1996 with four spacious guest rooms (click here for room descriptions, rates and reservation info). A small inn with the amenities of a large first class hotel has large well appointed rooms with fine antiques and reproduction furniture, lovely Victorian and nautical artwork in plush surroundings. Private and lighted off street parking with separate guest entrance.

Five gorgeous public rooms provide a spacious "House Atmosphere" where couples or small groups of guests can enjoy the well stocked library, mahogany paneled dining room, overstuffed sofas and fireside chairs in the living room with oak mantled fireplace, and a wicker furnished sun porch overlooking the sandstone patio, pond and stream and lavish gardens.

Ohio Magazine - August 2002 issue - Garden Getaways - Flower Beds

Outside, guests can stroll the well manicured grounds and gardens with 14 flower beds with plantings of colorful perennial and annual flowers, roses and hostas. A focal points in the rear gardens is large formal center garden divided into quarters with a brick and stoned walkways traveling from the sandstone patio directly through the center garden to the 32 foot pergola backed by large douglas fir trees. Stoned walks also circle the rear property with a few benches set in room like areas.

This area is the vacation hot spot in Ohio with many attractions and things to do and see including the voted number one amusement park on the planet, Cedar Point with 16 roller coasters, several rides and live entertainment. Several of our guests have visited one or more of the Lake Erie Islands ( Kelleys Island or Put-In-Bay) via ferry boats departing from various spots along Lake Erie. If the Islands interests you, check out the Goodtime I which has daily cruises to both Islands departing from downtown Sandusky. If you have interests in auto racing, you may want to attend a drag race at one of the top drag strips in the country, Norwalk Raceway Park. For golfers, we have several golf courses in the area and a very good one, Eagle Creek Golf Club, located not more than ten minutes away and there's a nine hole course even closer. For the history buffs, we suggest a visit to our local Firelands Museum (an easy walk from us), President Hayes Center in Fremont or Thomas Edison's Birthplace in Milan. There are three wineries within 45 minutes and one, Mon Ami has two restaurants. Once you've seen our stately homes, you'll want to take a walking tour of the Historic West Main Street District where periodically, summer guided walking tours are given by the local Firelands Historical Society. Many guests have also taken the 15 minute walk to the revitalized and historic uptown area with several unique shops including an Amish Oak and Lace store, an art gallery, a coffee shop, two jewelers, an antique mall, a florist shop (home decorating and Christmas items) and other unique shops. You deserve a massage and we have one ! A nice Day Spa in the Uptown area with a full floor dedicated to spa services. For those who enjoy local wines, there are a number of wineries in the area. And just north of Milan, the Culinary Vegetable Institute offers an unparalleled fine dining experience that focuses on locally sustainable grown products. For those who wish to participate themselves, we have tennis courts available in the next block, biking trails in the area, bird watching at Ohio State preserves, the Marblehead Lighthouse, fishing, horseback riding and more. We have several brochures plus we can provide touring suggestions with ready made maps and on places to visit while in the area. And, you don't have to drive anywhere once you arrive as you can make use of five public rooms, two patios, porches, or read a book on a bench in the gardens. Let us assist you with options on things to do while you are here. Several attractions and many links are listed on a separate web page for you convenience. If you didn't find an attraction or site that interests you , we'll be happy to provide assistance.

Valentines Package Valentine's Day Package (2 nights, dinner, flowers) that includes: 2 night's stay in room of your choice, a $50 dinner certificate to great area restaurant, flowers in your room, breakfasts , and taxes. Price range of $300 to $350 depending upon room selected. Please check rates and photos at our domain web site GeorgianManorInn.com. Valentine One Night - If you want to stay only one night during this weekend, we will accommodate you. Check our room rates and check for room availability on line and call us. ALTERNATIVE --- For quests who would like to have a truely superb fine dining dining experience, check out the website of the Culinary Vegetable Institute (CVI)(http://www.culinaryvegetableinstitute.com/cvi_cms/), the premier venue for the finest in culinary experiences including Earth to Table Dinners, Wine Tastings, and special events. Fine dining dinners are prepared by nationally renowned chefs from around the country at the CVI facility located within 15 minutes of Norwalk. Reservations at CVI are required 419-499-7500. If you wish to have dinner at CVI, we'll book you in here at the Georgian Manor under the standard room rates. Getaways for Gardeners Voted by guests through 'Inn Traveler' magazine Number one in Ohio and fifth in the U.S. -- B & B with Best Gardens. Gardens appeared on the cover page of "Ohio Magazine" in August 2002 addition and featured in article "Garden Getaways". From early spring throughout the summer into fall there is something blooming in one of the 14 gardens on the 1.3 acre property. Some of Ohio's finest gardens are within 50 minutes of our location such as the +40 acre Kingwood Center. AAA Four Diamond Lodging with elegant, yet cozy four guest rooms plus there are five spacious public rooms guests may use. One room, Lady Anne, has private balcony overlooking gardens and small pond, stream and waterfalls. Wicker furniture makes the balcony a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy a soft drink or glass of wine while you view the rear gardens and pergola. And yes there's a few fish and a few frogs in the pond. No extra charge for the frog singing. Check out our Romantic package for weekend stays. If you have a group of gardners, please call us at 800-668-1644. Be sure to visit our web site at GeorgianManorInn.com to see photos of some of the garden areas, guest rooms and public rooms. Mother's Day Package For mother's and father's day treat mom or dad to two nights at a highly rated bed and breakfast. Package includes Two Nights Stay, a $50 Dinner certificate, Flowers in your room, a wonderful full Breakfast each morning, and taxes. All this for with a price range from $370 to $450 total depending on the room of your choice!! See the Honeymoon special for prices per room and additional information. Father's Day For mother's and father's day treat mom or dad to two nights at a highly rated bed and breakfast. Package includes Two Nights Stay, a $50 Dinner certificate, Flowers in your room, a wonderful full Breakfast each morning, and taxes. All this for with a price range from $370 to $450 total depending on the room of your choice!! See the Honeymoon special for prices per room and additional information or check out our two golf packages. Unique Fine Dining Experience Although we do not serve dinners at the Georgian Manor, we can offer you a variety of excellent nearby restaurant alternatives from casual to unique fine dining. For quests who would like to have a truely superb fine dining dining experience, check out the website of the Culinary Vegetable Institute (CVI)(http://www.culinaryvegetableinstitute.com/cvi_cms/), the premier venue for the finest in culinary experiences including Earth to Table Dinners, Wine Tastings, and special events. Fine dining dinners are prepared by nationally renowned chefs from around the country at the CVI facility located within 15 minutes of Norwalk. Reservations at CVI are required 419-499-7500. Book your stay at the Georgian Manor to coincide with one of CVI 's special dinners or one of their special events. Anniversary Special Includes two nights, dinner, and flowers....(more) 50% Off 2nd night of 2 night stay Great winter escape for you and friends at this spacious and cozy AAA Four Diamond Lodging.....(more) Visit north central Ohio Wineries Great elegant lodging for visits to North Central Ohio Wineries. Enjoy wine in front of the Oak mantled fire place.....(more) Weekday Golf and Lodging Pkg Great Savings ! 2 nights lodging and 18 holes golf w cart for 2 people @ Eagle Creek Golf Club. Cont'l Brkft-Taxes Inc....(more) Weekend Getaway, Golf & Dinner Package Includes 2 nights of lodging, 18 holes of golf and a $ 50 gift certificate to an area steakhouse.....(more) Honeymoon Package AAA Four Diamond B&B-well appointed 4 guest rms, 5 public rms. In historic area of large estates. Gardens, Wineries....(more) Romantic Getaway Package Includes two nights, a $50 dinner certificate, and fresh flowers in your room.....(more) Gift Certificates Available Need a special gift for a freind, relative or business person. Get them a certificate at the Georgian Manor.....(more)

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