Vacation rentals in Berlin Ohio

Take a once in a lifetime trip to this quiet, unspoiled corner of the world in north eastern Ohio where time stands still and where you will find yourself in the heartland of Ohio’s Amish country. This tranquil, rural paradise is beautiful in all seasons and offers a wide range of unusual, interesting and quirky activities perfect for families and couples keen on experiencing the heartbeat of rural America. Many of the immaculate, tastefully decorated, rentals in the area have lovely, rustic, traditional wood paneled interiors, a cozy fireplace and a peaceful tree-filled yard for unwinding after a day in the fresh air, sampling country life!

This unique heritage area offers an opportunity to slow down and appreciate an unhurried pace of life in an area that has so much to offer in terms of family activities. There are a wide range of outdoor activities available to make the most of the loveliness of this rural landscape. Drive just 40 minutes west of Berlin en route to Loudonville and find yourself surrounded by the startling, 4525 thousand acre natural beauty of Mohican Memorial Forest. Magnificent Clearford Gorge has towering hemlocks and huge old growth white pine trees for an authentic forest adventure. There is something exciting to do every day from camping in the woods to fishing, swimming, kayaking, tubing or rafting up the river. Let the kids unleash their inner Tarzan with an aerial adventure course and enjoy mini golf and go cart racing as an added bonus to a bonanza of healthy, outdoor fun!

Just a 1 hour 30 minute drive south of Cleveland and roughly two hours west of Pittsburgh PA, this haven of country lanes and small town American life provides an unforgettable snapshot of traditional Amish living as well as an opportunity to relax and enjoy a different way of life far from the hum and roar of city hustle and bustle. Browse local stores for delectable, homegrown food items and shop for wonderful handmade finds. Expect to see peaceful rolling hills, beautiful pastoral scenes and gorgeous farm buildings and barns in lush, summer countryside that becomes a shimmering frosty paradise in the winter months.

The location of this area in Amish country offers plenty of opportunity for unique and fun experiences. In and around Berlin horseback riding, exciting traditional buggy tours of the towns, farms and villages of the Amish heartland, browsing flea markets and adorable stores that sell beautiful handcrafted items and sampling delectable goods from local cheese, chocolate and sweet factories are sure to delight kids and adults alike in all seasons. There is a wonderful array of quirky local eateries to try out and you are sure to return home with plenty of lovely, unique, high quality purchases!

Begin the day with a delicious fresh baked breakfast pastry made by hand in a non-electric kitchen! You will have a unique opportunity to explore the history of the local Anabaptist population and their unique traditions that have made this part of America such a delight to visit. The small town of Berlin is an iconic shopping destination for Amish Country goods and wares. Here you will find over 30 shops, restaurants and attractions. Browse fabric and homeware stores, high quality food stores and buy beautiful, unique handmade gifts and crafts such as exquisite quilts.

IOne of the best reasons to visit this area is the abundant recreation available in splendid natural surroundings. Spend the day outdoors filling your lungs with clear country air and enjoying a variety of activities. Dundee Falls are a highlight of the BeachCity Wildlife area. The falls plunge into a jagged gorge in the middle of a magical, cool, green forest in Beach City wildlife area just 17 minutes east of Berlin. This beautiful, relaxing picture perfect destination for lazy days of hiking, fishing, picnicing, horse riding and cycling for the whole family is just one of many tranquil nature spots that will delight the senses in this special corner of Ohio.

Situated just 2.5 miles north east of Berlin and nestled in the rolling hills of Amish Country, this extraordinary animal ranch features 500-600 exotic animals from around the world! This is more fun than any zoo you have ever visited! You will be taken on an old fashioned cart ride through a hill trail and will have an opportunity to feed animals along the way with supervised animal rations. Children will be absolutely delighted by the petting zoo. With over 200 acres for animals to roam and an hour long wagon ride with wonderfully interesting and inquisitive animals (no lions, tigers or ferocious beasts here) coming right up to you, this makes for a most wonderful day out for animal lovers!

For 60 blessed years fresh milk has been delivered daily to the Guggisberg factory from local farmers where it is transformed into delectable Guggisberg cheese. The scenic green pastures of the lush Doughty valley provide the fresh dairy milk that gives the cheese it’s unique, creamy flavor. Visit the birthplace of the renowned Baby Swiss Cheese and see the award winning Guggisberg champion cheeses being made on this memorable excursion. Shop a variety of cheese, fun souvenirs and local goods at this quirky attraction!

This placid, 29 mile Holmes County trail passes through miles of unspoiled peace that showcases the breathtaking natural beauty of this off the beaten track region. This is a half and half trail consisting of an asphalt lane for biking, walking, rollerblading and running and an alternate lane specially surfaced with chip and seal for horse drawn vehicles and riders on horseback. Meander through delightfully quaint Holmes County from the village of Fredericksburg to Holmesville to Millersburg and on to Knox County via Brinkhaven.

Experience the wonderful world of artist, genius and iconic inventor, Ernest Warther in this unique museum located just 19 miles east of Berlin at 331 Karl Ave in Dover. This attraction showcases the genius and perfection of Warther’s awe inspiring earnings that are considered priceless artworks by the Smithsonian Institute. Marvel at the life work of this small town legend who created 64 exquisitely carved, scaled, working representations of the history of steam travel. The museum is located in lovely gardens perfect for a relaxing stroll and also features an astounding collection of buttons and Indian artifacts and arrowheads.

The glorious Victorian era architecture of historic downtown Millersburg oozes charm and an authentic, unique, small town atmosphere. Visit the Victorian House Museum just 0.4 miles from downtown and wander the 28 rooms of this magnificent, historical residence where you can admire the splendor of fine Victoriana. There are delightful pubs and breweries and a variety of authentic eateries serving scrumptious classic American fare to indulge your taste buds. Browse unique stores where you can find stunning Amish Made clothing in trendy styles, one of a kind handmade items and an eclectic assortment of lovely handmade and antique decor items and home goods!