Everyone deserves a getaway from responsibilities like taking care of the children, pets or household. All couples, married or unmarried, can stay in accommodations that are adults-only. This means only adults are allowed within the facility, and many of these facilities focus on romantic activities and atmospheres.

Country Cottage and Gardens

Country Cottage and Gardens is an adults-only romantic getaway in Mineral City, Ohio. Sitting on 17 acres, this destination offers woods, a private pond and three cottages. "The Contemporary" cottage has a modern edge and includes a bedroom with a loft and stainless steel items in the kitchen. The "Moose Lips Lodge" is decorated in a rustic style with an antler chandelier and a handmade antique sink in the bathroom. "The Cottage" is complete with a wood-burning fireplace and an outdoor patio with a view of the pond. All cottages are equipped with queen-size beds, televisions, CD players, full-sized kitchens with microwave ovens and complimentary coffee, tea, pastries, muffins and chocolates. Romantic activities include enjoying a fine dining, swimming in a private pool, relaxing in a hot tub, fishing, boating, golfing, and visiting the scenic gardens. Country Cottage and Gardens also offers gourmet private dining for guests within the suites and provides for outdoor weddings.

Country Cottage and Gardens 6612 McKee Rd. NE Mineral City, Ohio 44656 330-343-9374 www.zcottage.com/index.html

Glenlaurel Inn and Spa

Located in Rockbridge, Ohio, Glenlaurel Inn & Spa an adults-only Scottish country inn on 140 acres. It consists of six cottages, seven crofts (small houses), three suites, and three inn rooms. All of the accommodations include private bathrooms with whirlpool tubs or hot tubs, gourmet breakfast, wireless Internet access, telephones and televisions, although DVD players are available only in cottages and west crofts. Some of the units come equipped with queen- or king-size sleigh beds, private decks, screened porches, fireplaces, and kitchenettes with refrigerators, coffeemakers, microwave ovens and toasters. The inn as an on-site restaurant and spa, and guests can have meals served in the rooms. The facility also has rock cliffs, waterfalls and walking trails.

Glenlaurel Inn and Spa 14940 Mt. Olive Rd. Rockbridge, Ohio 43149-9736 740-385-4070 www.glenlaurel.com/index.htm

Bed Rock Cabins

At Bed Rock Cabins in Beaver, Ohio, the policy is adults only with no smoking in rooms, no overnight visitors, no children and no pets. All cabins are secluded and sleep two adults. They come equipped with full kitchens, bathrooms, hot tubs on a private deck with a gas grill and dining table, Norwegian gas fireplaces, DVD/CD players and stereos. Located in the 200-ft.-tall historic landmark of Bed Rock, the facility sits on 60 acres of woods, filled with wildlife and rock formations. Cabins are designed for romantic getaways, honeymoons and wedding anniversaries.

Big Rock Cabins 4348 Big Run Road Beaver, Ohio 45613 740-988-5120 www.bigrockcabins.com/index.htm

About the Author

Heather Neuharth received her B.A. in psychology with a minor in multicultural and ethnic studies at Westfield State College. She has been employed as a direct-care professional for the mentally ill, a job coach for individuals with disabilities and an activity assistant for the elderly. Neuharth writes for various online publications.

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