Inn with Private Cabins in Ohio Amish Country
Business Description
Donna‘s Premier Lodging is a collection of 17 charming and well-constructed suites, cottages, cabins and villas in the heart of Ohio’s Amish Country. The business comprises of multiple parcels in two distinct locations in Holmes County; The Main Inn & eight guest units surround a central property in downtown Berlin & nine cabins and villas located on six beautifully wooded acres less than a mile away in the surrounding farmland of Millersburg.
The primary inn in downtown Berlin houses the guest check-in area, commercial kitchen, front desk, gift shop, back-office, and storage areas. The kitchen is well equipped with commercial grade appliances & the lower level storage area could be renovated as an owner’s or manager’s quarters. The downtown area includes a spa suite, 2 bridal suites, 2 cottages, 3 connected villa units and an expansive laundry facility with 6 commercial washers and 5 commercial dryers. All of the in-town units offer flatscreen smart TV’s, jetted tubs, gas fireplaces, elegant king or queen beds, and kitchenettes. There is a central gazebo and gorgeously landscaped waterfall creek that is an ideal backdrop for intimate elopements & weddings. The property features red brick pathways & manicured seasonal garden beds surrounding the buildings. The property offers parking spots located at each individual unit along with further spaces for staff and additional guests.
Less than 1 mile from the Main Inn on nearly 6 wooded acres are 2 brick chalets & 7 cabins. These units range in size from roughly 400 to 1,600 square feet. Each of the cabins is ideal for couples getaways with full kitchens in the cabins and kitchenettes in the Chalets, private decks, electric grills, gas fireplaces and jetted tubs. Each of these 9 units also come with dedicated parking space and seasonal farmland views. The set up and landscaping of the area allows for the cabins and chalets to blend into the relaxed wooded environment. The entire area is well-lit with security cameras at all parking areas, cabins and chalets. This lot also houses a utility barn and storage building, currently used as equipment storage for maintenance and landscaping.
The current owners have developed the property into one of Amish Country's premier lodging destinations with a grab & go breakfast, optional full breakfast, daytime front desk staff, concierge services and a selection of packages and enhancements. The business is the #1 ranked Hotel on TripAdvisor® with a sterling reputation. The buildings are well constructed and professionally operated offering an authentic and memorable Amish Country guest experience.
Donna’s Premier Lodging is ideally located in downtown Berlin, the epicenter of Holmes County, a thriving tourist destination in Ohio. The separate properties offer two distinct Amish Country environments. This agricultural tourist region attracts nearly 4,000,000 annual visitors, attracted by the shopping, dining and cultural attractions related to the Amish community. The primary inn is ideally located within walking distance to a number of restaurants, antique shops, boutiques, artisans & the renowned Amish Country Theater. A short drive from Berlin are the neighboring towns of Millersburg and Walnut Creek for guests to experience the dining, crafts, shopping and activities that Holmes County has to offer only 1 hour to Akron, 1.5 hours from Cleveland, under 2 hours from Columbus & 2 hours from Pittsburgh.
The primary inn in downtown Berlin houses the guest check-in area, commercial kitchen, front desk, gift shop, back-office, and storage areas. The kitchen is well equipped with commercial grade appliances & the lower level storage area could be renovated as an owner’s or manager’s quarters. The downtown area includes a spa suite, 2 bridal suites, 2 cottages, 3 connected villa units and an expansive laundry facility with 6 commercial washers and 5 commercial dryers. All of the in-town units offer flatscreen smart TV’s, jetted tubs, gas fireplaces, elegant king or queen beds, and kitchenettes. There is a central gazebo and gorgeously landscaped waterfall creek that is an ideal backdrop for intimate elopements & weddings. The property features red brick pathways & manicured seasonal garden beds surrounding the buildings. The property offers parking spots located at each individual unit along with further spaces for staff and additional guests.
Less than 1 mile from the Main Inn on nearly 6 wooded acres are 2 brick chalets & 7 cabins. These units range in size from roughly 400 to 1,600 square feet. Each of the cabins is ideal for couples getaways with full kitchens in the cabins and kitchenettes in the Chalets, private decks, electric grills, gas fireplaces and jetted tubs. Each of these 9 units also come with dedicated parking space and seasonal farmland views. The set up and landscaping of the area allows for the cabins and chalets to blend into the relaxed wooded environment. The entire area is well-lit with security cameras at all parking areas, cabins and chalets. This lot also houses a utility barn and storage building, currently used as equipment storage for maintenance and landscaping.
The current owners have developed the property into one of Amish Country's premier lodging destinations with a grab & go breakfast, optional full breakfast, daytime front desk staff, concierge services and a selection of packages and enhancements. The business is the #1 ranked Hotel on TripAdvisor® with a sterling reputation. The buildings are well constructed and professionally operated offering an authentic and memorable Amish Country guest experience.
Donna’s Premier Lodging is ideally located in downtown Berlin, the epicenter of Holmes County, a thriving tourist destination in Ohio. The separate properties offer two distinct Amish Country environments. This agricultural tourist region attracts nearly 4,000,000 annual visitors, attracted by the shopping, dining and cultural attractions related to the Amish community. The primary inn is ideally located within walking distance to a number of restaurants, antique shops, boutiques, artisans & the renowned Amish Country Theater. A short drive from Berlin are the neighboring towns of Millersburg and Walnut Creek for guests to experience the dining, crafts, shopping and activities that Holmes County has to offer only 1 hour to Akron, 1.5 hours from Cleveland, under 2 hours from Columbus & 2 hours from Pittsburgh.
About the Business
- Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- Donna‘s Premier Lodging is a collection of 17 charming and well-constructed suites, cottages, cabins and villas in the heart of Ohio’s Amish Country. The business comprises of multiple parcels in two distinct locations in Holmes County. The primary inn houses the guest check-in area, commercial kitchen, front desk, gift shop, back-office, and storage areas. The downtown area includes 8 guest units, an expansive laundry facility with 6 commercial washers and 5 commercial dryers. There is a central gazebo and gorgeously landscaped waterfall creek while red brick pathways & manicured seasonal garden beds surround the buildings. The property offers parking spots located at each individual unit along with further spaces for staff and additional guests. Less than 1 mile from the Main Inn on nearly 6 wooded acres are 2 brick chalets & 7 cabins, ranging in size to 1,600 square feet. Cabins feature full kitchens/kitchenettes, private decks, electric grills, gas fireplaces and jetted tubs.
- Website
- https://whitestonebrokers.com/listings/amish-country-ohio-for-sale
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Donna’s Premier Lodging is ideally located in downtown Berlin, the epicenter of Holmes County, a thriving tourist destination in Ohio. The separate properties offer two distinct Amish Country environments. This agricultural tourist region attracts nearly 4,000,000 annual visitors, attracted by the shopping, dining and cultural attractions related to the Amish community. The primary inn is ideally located within walking distance to a number of restaurants, antique shops, boutiques, artisans & the renowned Amish Country Theater. A short drive from Berlin are the neighboring towns of Millersburg and Walnut Creek for guests to experience the dining, crafts, shopping and activities that Holmes County has to offer only 1 hour to Akron, 1.5 hours from Cleveland, under 2 hours from Columbus & 2 hours from Pittsburgh.
- Opportunities for Growth
- The current owners have developed the property into one of Amish Country's premier lodging destinations with a grab & go breakfast, optional full breakfast, daytime front desk staff, concierge services and a selection of packages and enhancements. The business is the #1 ranked Hotel on TripAdvisor® with a sterling reputation.
Donna’s has an excellent post-Covid track record of steady top and bottom line revenue since 2021. The current owners have already expanded the number of units to 17 & offer an exemplary array of packages and add-ons, using the kitchen as a revenue generator with add-on breakfasts and other culinary offerings. Available marketing initiatives include launching a new website and increasing OTA visibility to drive revenue growth.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Not included in asking price
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Ready to find the next steward of this award winning property.
- Transition Support
- Training would be included before, during and after the property ownership transition.
- Financing Options
- Strong Historic Performance. Financials Upon Request.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2531843
- Listing Views
Business Location
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