Dear Friends,
It is hard to believe, but in just 5 short days the Labor Day Holiday weekend will be upon us. For most of us, this signals the end of summer. There will be cooler weather, shorter days, and less time to grill out with friends and family. Friday nights will be filled with high school football games. Saturday afternoons will soon be filled with raking leaves and Sundays may be spent making comfort foods like chili and warming up by the fire.
I say, take advantage of the holiday weekend with a great weather forecast and get away from home, even if it is just for the day! See the sights in Hocking Hills. Meet the naturalists and hike the trails. There are lazy afternoon lunches to be eaten, geocaches to find, and caves to explore. If you are not a hiker, leave your stress at the front door of our spa. Schedule a massage, scrub and wrap or an energy treatment with one of our Licensed Therapists. Who needs to hike 12 miles when you can be pampered into relaxation. After your day of adventures, nothing is better than sitting down to a gourmet meal served with a smile. Make reservations for dinner at The Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls where a four course meal is a perfect way to end your day.
Whether you visit the Hocking Hills this weekend or grill burgers and stay at home, we hope enjoy one of the last weekends this summer with family and friends.
Ellen & Terry
Innkeepers
The Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls
Monday, August 31, 2009
THINK MEETING AT INN & SPA AT CEDAR FALLS-HOCKING HILLS
Twice a year a group of our closest innkeeper friends convene at one of our inns. This week they all came here to the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls. It is a time of sharing, camaraderie, education and just plain fun. Our friends from THINK (Time Honored Inns Nationally Known) began arriving Monday afternoon just in time for Chef Anthony’s appetizers and spirits. We ate a delectable dinner outside on the patio and came indoors to The Gathering Place for desserts and sharing of “what’s new at your inn”. After a little work, more drinks and chit chat was enjoyed by all. Following a good night’s sleep and a hearty breakfast, we worked all day. Willie Brown, a speaker from Acorn Internet Services, provided us with lots of information on social marketing. Mark File our webmaster always provides an update on our site, http://thinkaboutinns.com/. Terry Lingo, owner and contractor of the new meeting/event space, conducted a tour and discussed everything we did to make the building GREEN. The rest of the day was spent discussing and solving business matters with each of our inns. Inns included in our illustrious group are Inn at Honeyrun, Murphin Ridge Inn, National House, Beaumont Inn and Inn at Gristmill Square. We are blessed to have Norm and Kathryn Kinney, retired Executive Director of Select Registry, speared head our efforts. Following another great meal, we continued to solve inn problems of the world, drink more wine and went to bed. It’s always sad to say good bye to our friends, but we know they are there for us on the phone or in emails whenever we need them. And, we will see them in the spring when we get together at another THINK property.
Ellen & Terry
Innkeepers
Innkeepers
Thursday, August 27, 2009
CUSTOMER SERVICE PART 4 - LANDSCAPE DESIGN-HOCKING HILLS
Guest rave about the beautiful flowers and landscaping. The flower arrangements on the patio tables and throughout the log cabin dining rooms are stunning. They even say there's no need to leave our property and go hiking the state parks. Sit on a bench in the garden or read in a hammock under the trees. Your experience here at the Inn goes far beyond a peaceful night's slumber. The garden style, landscape design as well as indoor fragrances are carefully selected to enhance every aspect of your stay.
Our knowledgeable horticultural staff carefully chooses just the right time to tend plants and gardens. Every plant, flower and decoration is selected keeping with the natural surroundings of Hocking Hills.
Many of our herbs are organically grown right here on the property to insure the maximum taste and freshness. Talk to the chef in our open kitchen about which herbs they have selected for your dinner.
It is important to us to use local fresh flowers and plants indigenous to the area. Our chef buys as much local vegetables and products that we can.
Come enjoy a relaxing stroll through the garden.
Ellen & Terry
Innkeepers
Innkeepers
Monday, August 24, 2009
WHEN ARE THE LEAVES GOING TO CHANGE?
Dear friends,
Friday night I found myself watching football and a band performance at the first annual Jamboree Game at Logan High School. As the hours got later and the sun began to set over the field, I realized that I wished I had brought a sweatshirt. It was getting chilly. But wait! That can't be, it's still August!
It may still be August, but fall is just around the corner and this time of the year in the Hocking Hills is a sight to behold. The transformation from summer to fall will begin occurring soon. The days will get shorter and the nights will cool off. You will start to see the fawns that are getting big enough to venture out on their own lose their spots. The leaves will begin to change into their vivid fall colors and at least once a day I will get the question, "What are the peak dates to see the leaves?". I would love to be able to answer this question with certainty, but there is nothing certain about when and if the leaves will be at their brightest.
According to the US Forest Service, temperature and moisture are the two biggest factors in how bright the fall colors will be and when the leaves will fall. The more warm, sunny days with cool but not freezing nights we have, the brighter the colors will be when the change occurs. The bigger the spring and summer rainfalls an area has, the longer the leaves will stay green and on the trees. In other words, a warm, wet spring, favorable summer weather and warm sunny fall days with cool nights will produce the most brilliant colors.
One can usually estimate that for a few weeks in October, our leaves will be at their brightest. For those of us in the Hocking Hills this means that we will see a huge increase in traffic on the roads. Our park trails will be overflowing with people hiking and taking pictures, and our normally quiet corner of the state will be buzzing with activity.
The fall foliage will bring visitors, but there is definitely more to do than just hike. Many things are happening in our area in the coming months. There will be football games to attend, concerts in the park, dinner with the Innkeepers and wine tastings. There are hummingbirds to feed by hand. Frogs, toads and turtles are waiting to be discovered. There are late night canoe excursions and shops to explore.
If you have never experienced the beauty of the Hocking Hills in the fall, this is the time to plan your trip. Whether you only have a day to spend with us or you have a whole weekend to relax and unwind , you will leave the Hocking Hills at the end of your visit feeling refreshed and renewed. You will have seen some of the most breathtaking scenery in the midwest and you will have a new appreciation for the nature that surrounds us.
We look forward to seeing you soon,
Ellen and Terry
Innkeepers
Friday night I found myself watching football and a band performance at the first annual Jamboree Game at Logan High School. As the hours got later and the sun began to set over the field, I realized that I wished I had brought a sweatshirt. It was getting chilly. But wait! That can't be, it's still August!
It may still be August, but fall is just around the corner and this time of the year in the Hocking Hills is a sight to behold. The transformation from summer to fall will begin occurring soon. The days will get shorter and the nights will cool off. You will start to see the fawns that are getting big enough to venture out on their own lose their spots. The leaves will begin to change into their vivid fall colors and at least once a day I will get the question, "What are the peak dates to see the leaves?". I would love to be able to answer this question with certainty, but there is nothing certain about when and if the leaves will be at their brightest.
According to the US Forest Service, temperature and moisture are the two biggest factors in how bright the fall colors will be and when the leaves will fall. The more warm, sunny days with cool but not freezing nights we have, the brighter the colors will be when the change occurs. The bigger the spring and summer rainfalls an area has, the longer the leaves will stay green and on the trees. In other words, a warm, wet spring, favorable summer weather and warm sunny fall days with cool nights will produce the most brilliant colors.
One can usually estimate that for a few weeks in October, our leaves will be at their brightest. For those of us in the Hocking Hills this means that we will see a huge increase in traffic on the roads. Our park trails will be overflowing with people hiking and taking pictures, and our normally quiet corner of the state will be buzzing with activity.
The fall foliage will bring visitors, but there is definitely more to do than just hike. Many things are happening in our area in the coming months. There will be football games to attend, concerts in the park, dinner with the Innkeepers and wine tastings. There are hummingbirds to feed by hand. Frogs, toads and turtles are waiting to be discovered. There are late night canoe excursions and shops to explore.
If you have never experienced the beauty of the Hocking Hills in the fall, this is the time to plan your trip. Whether you only have a day to spend with us or you have a whole weekend to relax and unwind , you will leave the Hocking Hills at the end of your visit feeling refreshed and renewed. You will have seen some of the most breathtaking scenery in the midwest and you will have a new appreciation for the nature that surrounds us.
We look forward to seeing you soon,
Ellen and Terry
Innkeepers
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
INN CUSTOMER SERVICE PART 3 - HOCKING HILLS
Housekeeping means more than just knowing how to make a bed or clean a whirlpool tub. At the Inn, prior to your arrival, your entire reservation is reviewed with our housekeeping staff. In addition to cleaning, special request, large or small, even while you are here, are taken care of by our housekeepers. Wine, picnic baskets, cheese/fruit plates, chocolates and flowers, as well as our homemade cookies are carefully placed in your room, cabin or cottage by them.
Our housekeeping staff is full of information and tidbits about the Hocking Hills area, nearby attractions and the state parks. They are happy to provide directions too. Just ask!
Ellen & Terry
InnKeepers
InnKeepers
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
INN & SPA AT CEDAR FALLS- AUGUST NEWS
Dear Friends,
August is a very busy month for us even though summer is almost over and schools are getting ready for students. Teachers take last minute vacations, mother-daughters come for a getaway and families sneak away for a few days. And, there’s lots going on at the Inn.
A few happenings coming up! Details are on our website.
Sept 11 Fall Wine TasteInn-Pacific Northwest
Sept 13 National Grandparent’s Day Discount
Four times a year Dine Originals Columbus releases gift certificates at 30% off. These certificates can only be purchased on line. The Inn sells $25 gift certificates for $17.50. This is a terrific opportunity to explore restaurants you haven't tried before. Please log on to www.DineOriginalsColumbus.com
The Gathering Place will be open for FOOTBALL SATURDAYS. The season is almost upon us and since we have a flat screen TV and ample place for you to cheer on your favorite team, we will open from noon on for game days. This is based on availability as we have some prescheduled group events. Snacks and alcohol may be purchased.
Innkeepers
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