Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls

SPRING WINE TASTEINN

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0000

It is only a few short weeks until our Spring Wine TasteInn! These very popular events are always fun and informative and include dinner with Innkeepers Terry and Ellen, select wines, and a fabulous dinner in our award-winning restaurant.

Our Spring Wine TasteInn will showcase French wines and will be led by wine expert, Steve Gifford. Look for dinner to complement the French wines selected, including fresh produce from the area!

Learn a little, drink a little, and laugh a lot! The TasteInn is Friday, April 23rd. Contact the Inn to make your reservation. It will be an unforgettable evening!

POLARITY THERAPY AND AYURVEDIC MEDICINE

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Sunday, March 11th, we will be hosting our final Holistic Health Now seminar through The Institute of Holistic Health Careers. These very popular workshops have included topics such as Using Herbs to Improve Your Quality of Health and Reflexology, Stress Management, and Supplements.

The final seminar, led by Mary Jo Ruggieri, Director of The Institute of Holistic Health Careers 'Education Wellness Professionals', is titled Polarity Therapy and Ayurvedic Medicine, and is promising to be just as interesting and well attended as the others have been.

Polarity Therapy is the practice of using energetic touch, reflex, and acupressure points to balance energy flow in the body. Polarity involves energetic exercise, bodywork, polarity yoga stretches, and food awareness, and is often used to reduce stress, increase energy, decrease anxiety, support better sleep, and much more.

Ayurvedic Medicine is an ancient practice of using herbs, massage, Yoga, and other methods to prevent disease and give one peace of mind. It is based on the belief that every human has three universal qualities: satva, rajas, and tamas. Developing a balance or equilibrium among these three qualities leads to health and well-being.

As with our other Holistic Health Now seminars, there will be a drawing afterward for a gift certificate for Holistic Health classes and products. So plan to join us April 11 from 1-4pm! Make sure to stay for dinner in our award-winning restaurant! Contact the Inn to make your reservation.

EASTER EGG HUNT IN THE HOCKING HILLS

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0000

There is never a lacking for things to do in the Hocking Hills - especially if you are looking for activities for the whole family!

If you have been searching for something fun to do over Easter weekend, Lake Hope State Park is hosting their 7th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 3rd. Taking place at their Nature Center at 1:00pm, kids are welcome to search for prize-filled eggs, and families can participate in 'egg'-citing games.

Hocking Valley Scenic Railway is also offering their Easter Bunny Train and Egg Hunt at 10:00am and 1:00pm on April 3rd. After an exciting ride on the train, all riders partake in an Easter egg hunt, searching for lots of prizes and candy. Certainly another fun family event!

At the Inn we have cabins that can sleep four to six people, so bring the family and plan to spend your long Easter weekend in the Hocking Hills! There is so much to do!

'SHOOT THE HILLS'

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0000

The Hocking Hills is one of the most beautiful places in Ohio and is a popular background for amateur and professional photographers alike. If you re looking for an opportunity to show off your ability to photograph all that the Hills has to offer, we have just the event for you.

The 9th Annual Nature Photography Competition 'Shoot the Hills' is coming up and is one of the largest photography competitions in the region.

Hosted by Hocking Hills State Park, the competition takes place April 16-18 and includes prizes and ribbons for a total of 53 winners. There are two divisions and the contest is open to all ages. The highlight of the competition weekend is a 24-hour digital photo contest in the counties of Hocking, Athens, Fairfield, and Vinton. If you are not a photographer, you can still join the fun. The weekend will also include vendors, photography programs, special speakers, nature hikes, and more!

So pack up those cameras and meet us in the Hocking Hills this April! The view is breathtaking.

NEW SPA TREATMENTS AT THE INN

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0000

We are very excited to add Thai Yoga Massage to our list of spa treatments offered at the Inn!

As we've recently posted, Thai Yoga Massage is an ancient art which uses a series of yoga postures, as well as palming and thumbing along the body's energy lines and pressure points, to heal the mind, body, and spirit. Together, these treatments relieve muscular tension, improve circulation, boost the immune system, and balance the body energetically. Performed on a mat on the floor, both client and practicioner are fully dressed in comfortable clothes to allow ease of movement and flexibility.

I just had my first treatment and loved it! It is just as relaxing as a therapeutic massage, but with the added element of stretches and releases.

Some of our other spa treatments include Polarity Therapy, Relaxation Massage, Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage, Pregnancy Massage, and much more.

Join us at the Inn this spring and you'll return home pampered, rested, and relaxed!

Ellen
Innkeeper

EASTER BRUNCH IN THE HOCKING HILLS

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:00:00 +0000

The days are getting longer, the sun is shining brighter, and Easter is right around the corner!

Join us at the Inn for Easter this year and enjoy Chef Anthony's delectable menu, including pastries, the Inn's homemade granola, Chicken Ratatouille & Roasted Potatoes, Salmon Cakes, the Inn's Eggs Benedict - English Muffin, and much more. You'll want to leave room for Dark Chocolate Bread Pudding or Lemon Pound Cake with fresh berries!

What could be a better way to spend Easter than with family and good food? Join us! Contact the Inn to make your reservation.

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 03:10:00 +0000

As we've mentioned over the last month, we've had some interesting, informative, and entertaining events at the Inn lately.

The first week of March we hosted a Thai Yoga Massage class led by Anthony Conard from OM Yoga Studio. Students spent five days at the Inn, learning proper body alignment and stances, how to apply energy balance through acupressure and Thai energy sen lines, perfect safety precautions, as well as the history and philosophy of Thai Yoga Massage.

In March we were also very excited to have Via Vecchia Winery join us for one of our very popular wine tastinn events. Guests were treated to some of Via Vecchia's excellent wine, while enjoying good company and of course Chef Anthony's fabulous food. A truly wonderful time was had by all.

Check back soon for information about more great events we will be hosting at the Inn! There's always something going on in the Hocking Hills!

REFLEXOLOGY, STRESS MANAGEMENT, AND SUPPLEMENTS

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:00:00 +0000

It's almost time for the third session in our Holistic Healthcare Now series. On March 21st, Mary Jo Ruggieri, director of the Institute of Holistic Health Careers 'Education Wellness Professionals' will teach Reflexology, Stress Management, and Supplements.

Reflexology is a system of applying pressure to certain points on the hands and feet to reduce such things back pain, migraines, infertility and much more. Supplements that you might discuss include glucosamine for joint pain relief or intestinal cleanser and colloidal silver for any number of other ailments.

As with all of our Holistic Health Now sessions, there will be a drawing after the seminar for a gift certificate for Holistic Health classes and products. So plan to join us March 21st! Contact the Inn for reservations.

SPRING IS IN THE AIR IN THE HOCKING HILLS

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:00:00 +0000

We are starting to see the first signs of spring in the hills, but this would not be complete without the 'harbinger of spring', the American Woodcock.

For all enthusiasts who don't want to miss its beautiful and unique show, just down the road from the Inn, at the Hocking Hills State Park, bird watchers will be given the unique opportunity to observe the elaborate courtship rituals of the American Woodcock. On Friday, March 19th,at 7:30pm, meet a naturalist on the Expedition Trail just behind the Naturalists Office. Bring your binoculars and experience the zigzagging, banking, musical flight of this bird.

Have delicious dinner in the restaurant before you head down to the park, and return for a cozy evening in one of our cottages or cabins. Spring is indeed in the air!

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:13:00 +0000

We are very excited to be included in the SBCA Award Program.The SBCA 2009 Award Program recognizes the top 5% of small businesses throughout the country. Using statistical research and consumer feedback, the SBCA identifies companies that we believe have demonstrated what makes small businesses a vital part of the American economy. The selection committee chooses the award winners from nominees based off statistical research and also information taken from monthly surveys administered by the SBCA, a review of consumer rankings, and other consumer reports. Award winners are a valuable asset to their community and exemplify what makes small businesses great.

FABULOUS NEW SPRING MENU

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 17:52:00 +0000

You know that spring is at least on the way when Chef Anthony rolls out the Inn's Spring Menu. And what a menu it is!

Start off your dinner with Herb & Gorgonzola Beignets or the Inn's Wisconsin Cheese Ball & Olive Tapenade Basket. Enjoy a salad with our House-Made Vinaigrette or our Homemade Soup of the Day. Or both!

Brandied-Peach Pork Loin, Seared Wild Striped Bass, Twin Pan-Seared Crab Cakes, and of course the very popular Oven Roasted Filet Mignon, are among the delicious entree options. And you won't want to miss dessert items like Seasonal Creme Brule and Chef Anthony's Flourless Chocolate Torte. Definitely a favorite!

All entree's can be ordered as three courses or ala carte, so feel free to indulge, or not. Join us for dinner. And welcome to spring!

A SPRING BREAK

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:00:00 +0000

With a promise that spring is almost upon us and April right around the corner, there is still time to make plans for your Spring Break vacation.

There are few places more beautiful, peaceful and relaxing in the early spring than the Hocking Hills. With the amount of snow we've had this winter, the 50-foot waterfall at Cedar Falls is sure to be a sight to see. The crisp clear sky will make watching the courtship displays of the raptor easy to spot and at night you can enjoy the call of the Barred Owl as it searches for its mate.

Forget all of your cares and let go of the long winter under the skilled hands of our massage therapists and enjoy a delicious, romantic dinner at our award-winning restaurant.

Contact the Inn to make your reservation today and let us welcome you to your peaceful spring break retreat.

DRIVE AND DISCOVER THE HOCKING HILLS

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:00:00 +0000

The third Saturday of every month is the perfect time to take a scenic and relaxing drive through the Hocking Hills. While perusing Old Man's Cave and Cedar Falls, and of course Ash Cave, make a stop at some of the area's finest shops.

Each third Saturday, five shops in the hills will offer a special discount to those taking a drive for the day. Find gifts and treasures such as art glass, candles, wind chimes, ceramics, fabrics, books, and much, much more. Many of the items that you'll find are handmade by local artisans, who will often offer demonstrations, free workshops, and even refreshments.

The shops to visit include Scenic Way Gifts & Art Glass Studio, Christmas Treasures, Honey Fork Fabrics, Ruby's Country Cupboard, and of course our own Inn & Spa At Cedar Falls gift shop.

So plan a trip out to the Hocking Hills on the third Saturday of March - and take some of the local beauty back home with you!

DINE ORIGINALS WEEK

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:08:00 +0000

As proud members of Dine Originals Columbus, we are excited to be a part of the upcoming Dine Originals Week, March 8th - 14th!

Dine Originals Columbus is a group of more than 40 of your favorite independently owned and operated restaurants in Central Ohio. Throughout Dine Originals Week, these restaurants offer a special prefixed menu for $10.10, $20.10, or $30.10. The Inn's menu will include options such as Smoked Peking Duck Flatbread, Blackened Hanger Steak, Calypso Style Jumbo Shrimp, and much more. Certainly a meal not to be missed!

This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy some of your favorite restaurants, as well as visit a new one. Dine Originals Columbus even shares a portion of the proceeds from the week with Local Matters, an organization which, among other valuable things, takes nutrition education into schools and teaches kindergarteners through second graders about health and wellness. Such important work!

So mark March 8th - 14th on your calendar and make a reservation today! Or two! Or more! It's Dine Originals Week. Keeping it local and loyal.

MAPLE SYRUP IN THE HOCKING HILLS

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:13:00 +0000

There are few things more delicious than the taste of pure maple syrup on a stack of buttermilk pancakes, especially on these cold winter mornings. At the Inn we are proud to serve 100% pure Ohio maple syrup and it certainly helps to make our breakfasts popular affairs!

March is the perfect time to make maple syrup and on March 13-14 Hocking Hills State Park is offering just the opportunity to experience it yourself. At Maple Sugaring in the Hills, naturalists will demonstrate historic methods used to make maple syrup and candy, including how sap is boiled down and what it tastes like fresh from the tree. A pancake breakfast will even be available at the park lodge, of course accompanied by local maple syrup!

The event takes place from 12-4 each day at the naturalists cabin behind the Old Man's Cave visitors center and you can contact the park office for more information. Just one more reason to make a trip to the Hocking Hills this spring!

FINAL FRIDAYS IN NELSONVILLE

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:51:00 +0000

Nelsonville is the place to be on the final Friday of every month!

The home of dozens of studio galleries, antique stores, and gift shops, Nelsonville's Historic Square Arts District has become a center for arts in Southeast Ohio. On the final Friday of each month, the square becomes an even hotter arts spot, with galleries and retail shops staying open late and featuring special art events.

From 6pm - 10pm, visitors can enjoy art chats, watch artists at work, watch drum circles, street musicians, dancers, and other entertainment. You can also check out new art exhibits around the square, as well as plays and musical shows at Stuart's Opera House.

So make a trip down to the Hocking Hills this weekend. Spend Friday night in Nelsonville and Saturday hiking around the beautiful Hocking Hills. Don't forget to stop by the Inn for lunch or dinner. Happy final Friday of February!

FULL MOON TOUR OF ASH CAVE

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 15:54:00 +0000

In the beautiful Hocking Hills lies the largest and most spectacular recess cave in Ohio. Measuring 700 feet from end to end and handicap accessible, it is a favorite spot for visitors of all ages. The massive cascading waterfall in the center of the cave is stunning and the approach through massive hemlocks, beech trees, and other hardwoods is truly breathtaking. Hocking Hills State Park is offering a unique opportunity to experience the beauty and serenity of this cave.

On Friday, February 26th, hikers can explore the many mysteries of Ash Cave by the light of the full moon. Participants may join a park naturalist in the parking lot area who will lead the way along the half-mile path, experiencing the uniqueness of Ash Cave first hand.

When you are finished with the hike, warm up around the fire in our Fireside Lounge and join us for dinner in our award-winning restaurant. What could be a better way to finish off the cold and snowy month of February? Contact the Inn to make your reservation. We look forward to having you!

CHEF ANTHONY AT THE COLUMBUS HOME & GARDEN SHOW

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 16:00:00 +0000

Our very own Chef Anthony will be staring at the Columbus Home & Garden Show and it is sure to be a show you won't want to miss! Presenting on the Home Idea Center Stage at noon on Sunday, February 28, 'Cooking with Chef Anthony Schulz' will lead off the day's activities that will include an Amateur Cake Decorating Contest.

Art in Bloom is the theme of this year's event and the 14 gardens showcased are sure to feature dazzling living landscapes, stunning sculptures, paintings, and more. The Show features more than 400 exhibits and attractions and attendees can talk one-on-one with experts and shop for almost every imaginable tool, accessory, or service for any home or landscaping project.

The Home and Garden Show takes place at the Ohio Expo Center and runs February 27 - March 7. But February 28th is the day to be there!

THAI YOGA MASSAGE AT THE INN & SPA AT CEDAR FALLS

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:39:00 +0000

In a little over a week we will begin our five day Thai Yoga Massage course with instructor Anthony R. Conard from OM Yoga Studio. This intensive program, running February 28 through March 5, will give you an introduction to this ancient healing practice and is the first of two steps toward certification.

Thai Yoga Massage is a sacred healing art from Thailand and is performed with 'metta' or loving kindness. Called Nuat Phan Boran in Thai, it is considered one of the oldest medical systems in the world. The Massage consists of a system of assisted yoga postures, performed fully clothed, on the floor, with 'palming' and 'thumbing' along sen lines or energy meridians. It combines safe stances, rocking, and touch tecniques that unfold in a beautiful dance. Traditionally, Thai Yoga Massage was considered to be a spiritual as well as medical treatment and is intended to promote wellness in mind, body, and spirit.

Participants of this course will learn how to maintain proper body alignment and stances, apply energy balance through acupressure and Thai energy sen lines, perfect safety precautions to prevent injury and avoid contraindications, and discuss the history and philosophy of Thai Yoga Massage, as well as much more.

We are very pleased to have Anthony Conard at the Inn. He has been practicing yoga for 23 years, has studied with Master Kam Thye Chow, is a certified teacher of Lotus Palm Thai Yoga Massage, and is a Kripalu Yoga Instructor, having been initiated by Kripalu's founder, Yogi Amrit Desai. His relaxed and inviting teaching style makes him an effective teacher and gives students access to both beginning as well as deeper practices of yoga.

Contact the Inn today for more information about this program and the course options. The snow is beautiful and the atmosphere is peaceful in the Hocking Hills - the perfect environment to learn and experience ancient arts such as Thai Yoga Massage. Join us and see for yourself!

WINTER WINE TASTEINN WITH VIA VECCHIA

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:00:00 +0000

On Friday, February 26 we will be welcoming Columbus based Via Vecchia Winery to kick off our first Wine TasteInn of 2010, and we couldn't be more excited!

Via Vecchia is known for using natural and simple winemaking that draws upon traditional methods that trace back to a small village named Grondola in Tuscany, Italy. Over the years they've tested tradition to see if methods of old could scale to volume, with nothing added and nothing taken away. Their wine is truly something special and unique and this Wine TasteInn is not to be missed!

Our TasteInns are a fun time spent learning a little, drinking a little, and laughing a lot. Contact the Inn for more information and to make your reservation today!

DISCOVER OHIO

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 02:39:00 +0000

Congratulations to Donna Smith of Huntsburg, Ohio for winning the DiscoverOhio monthly contest!

Donna has won a weekday two-night stay in one of our cozy cottages, with a cheese and fruit welcome basket, and a three-course gourmet dinner at our award-winning restaurant! Donna and her guest will enjoy a hearty breakfast each morning and will spend a day canoeing or kayaking on the Hocking River with Hocking Hills Canoe Livery. To complete her stay, she will receive a surprise gift upon checkout as well as a copy of the Select Registry Guidebook to Inns and B&Bs so she will never have to search for a great place to stay.

Congratulations again to Donna! We look forward to your visit.

COZY CHATS IN THE HOCKING HILLS

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:50:00 +0000

As the winter weather settles in, our cozy Fireside Chats continue to be popular Sunday night events. So far participants have discussed techniques for beating the winter blahs, genealogy, and global warming

In the coming weeks, look forward to The Wonderful World of Medicinal Herbs with Cindy Parker, Hocking Hills Flora and Fauna with Paul Knoop, Storytelling by Adele Brown, Renewable Energy - What You Can Do with Jerry Hutton, and Ancient Earthworks with Wanda Hambrick.

Don't let the snow keep you at home. Join us in the beautiful Hocking Hills and curl up around our fireplace for a chat.

LUMINESCENT ORCHESTRII AT STUART'S OPERA HOUSE

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:00:00 +0000

If you are a fan of music, you should plan a visit to Stuart's Opera House in Nelsonville this month. The playhouse offers a wide variety of fabulous events and this month is no exception.

On February 19 Luminescent Orchestrii will put on an incredible musical event featuring Romanian gypsy melodies, punk frenzy, salty tango, hard-rocking klezmer, haunting Balkan harmony, hip-hop beats and Appalachian fiddle. Hailing from different scenes in New York City, the members come together through their love of Balkan and Gypsy music. After touring throughout Europe and the United States, they are making a stop in Nelsonville and it's shaping up to be an awesome experience!

Tickets are on sale now. And while you're in the area, plan for dinner in our award-winning restaurant and to spend the night in one of our luxurious cottages or cabins. We look forward to seeing you!

SWEETHEARTS HIKE IN THE HOCKING HILLS

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:59:00 +0000

The Hocking Hills can be one of the most romantic places in Ohio and is a perfect place to spend Valentine's Day. Beautiful waterfalls, rugged cliffs, and undisturbed forests. What could be more romantic?

Hocking Hills State Park is offering an opportunity to experience all of this with their Sweethearts Hike on Friday, February 13th, from 5-7pm. You are invited to take your sweetheart on a romantic stroll to Ash Cave in the soft light of dusk. Naturalist Pat Quackenbush will lead this half-hour walk, where romantics can linger around the campfire and enjoy free cookies and hot chocolate.

And when you're finished, you can join us at the Inn for a romantic dinner in our award-winning restaurant and time to cuddle with your sweetheart around the fireplace in our Fireside Lounge or in one of our cabins or cottages. What more could your Valentine ask for!

YOUR BEST VALENTINE'S DAY YET

noreply@blogger.com (The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls) — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 16:00:00 +0000

This Valentine's Day there is no place more romantic to be than at the Inn. We have a fabulous Honey LoveInn Package to make your Valentine's Day perfect!

Join us Friday through Sunday, February 12-15, and allow us to provide you with a relaxing and romantic winter wonderland weekend in the Hocking Hills. From a Gourmet Picnic Basket dinner ready when you arrive on Friday evening, to homemade chocolates, to rose petals scattered about your room. Stay in one of our cottages and enjoy a soak in the whirlpool tub with chocolate candles burning and your own fireplace flickering.

Experience a Couples Massage on Saturday or Sunday before joining us in the restaurant to select from Chef Anthony's mouth watering menu. Sunday's special Valentine's Day Dinner will include Potato-Leek Soup with Chive Creme Fraiche, Roasted Filet Mignon with Pink Peppercorn Demi or Broiled Lobster Tail with Champagne Pear Slaw, Warm Hazelnut Cake with Dark Chocolate Ganache and much, much more.

Make a trip to the Hocking Hills for the weekend! Let us make this your best Valentine's Day yet!