For as long as we’ve owned the inn (which has been quite a few years now!) we’ve recognized how much our guests enjoy watching all the birds and wildlife around the inn. And Central Ohio has plenty of both. So each year, some time in late April, I bring out my hummingbird feeders, clean them […]
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Our Murder Mystery season is almost over; we have had numerous private mysteries booked this year and they have all been a great success! Those of us who are working in the kitchen during the mystery evenings, helping to prepare the four-course dinner, can’t help but chuckle at the sounds that come from the dining
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The map shows The White Oak Inn is not exactly located in the Arctic, but the past few weeks have made us question that! With overnight temperatures often dropping below zero and frequent snow squalls we could be forgiven for wondering whether we were suddenly transported to another part of the world. But there are
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Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching and we can’t wait to pamper our guests on the most romantic weekend of the year. We enjoy these special event weekends because it gives us a chance to come up with theme menus and change our routine a little. Not to mention that this particular weekend gives us an
The joke among the inn staff is that whenever guests ask us how long it will take to get to a nearby activity or attraction, you’re always safe to say “about a half hour drive”. Because it seems to be true. Although our catch-phrase used to be Escape to the Middle of Nowhere, it really
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While road-tripping across the beautiful countryside of Central Ohio,whether it be on your way to Roscoe Village with the family orjourneying to one of the many fine Ohio Wine Tastings, be sure to stopand visit us here at the White Oak Inn. We are busy as always withromantic outdoor weddings and hosting an assortment of
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What makes Christmas special? When we think about the holidays, we usually think about spending time with family and friends, opening gifts, and listening to lively music. One of the other main ingredients for a great Christmas is delicious food! See what we did there. It’s important! If you’re thinking of making some delicious dishes
Let’s Get Cheerful! Here Are Holiday Recipes That Are Sure to Be Crowd-Pleasers! Read More »
Just thought we’d give you a sneak peak at our New Years’ packages and menus.Both our one and two night packages include a New Year’s Eve clebration of pre-dinner appetizer party, dinner, midnight celebration followed by a dessert buffet, and brunch on January 1. Our two night package also includes a light buffet
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Mushroom hunting is a favorite pastime for many local residents. Morel season, in particular, is a particularly busy time, as Morel season begins in mid April in Central Ohio. The elusive morel mushroom starts appearing in the woods around the middle of the month, right in the height of spring, depending on weather conditions. Apparently
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A few weeks ago we had Mark and Matthew from Jumping Rocks Photography come to the inn to photograph some of our rooms and take more food photographs. We were just delighted with the results and hope to have them back again later this summer to do more of the rooms and get some outdoor shots when
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