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eave
the modern world behind for a day or a few,
while you travel back 800 years to a bit of
medieval England, surrounded by the Wayne
National Forest and just seven miles from the
beautiful Hocking Hills.
avenwood
Castle sits atop the highest hill in scenic
Vinton County's Swan township. Fifty acres of
forest and large rock formations surround the
castle which reached by a half-mile private
road.
welfth-century
Norman in style, Ravenwood Castle's crenellated
towers contain the guest rooms and suites, all
with elegant private baths which include garden
or whirlpool tubs. Most rooms or suites offer a
private balcony or deck and all have a gas
fireplace with antique mantle. All have antique
stained glass windows and/or lamps. Each has
king, queen or two double beds and good reading
lamps.
Great
Hall with a roaring stone fireplace at one end
sets the stage for overnight visits and special
occasions. At the other end are three large
stained glass windows from an old church.
Beautiful, heavily carved tables and chairs
furnish the Great Hall with a Gothic flair.
After dinner (available at an extra charge), you
can play games in the terrace-level game room,
watch a vintage video or read in the library.
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the morning, a full breakfast is served the
Great Hall or in nice weather may be taken to
the dining deck or lower level terrace. Lunch is
also available.
avenwood
Castle's entire first floor, including four
sleeping rooms, has no stairs to climb. There
are no steps into the building; instead, a
"drawbridge" leads to the front door.
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near are Ash Cave, Old Man's Cave and Cedar
Falls, as well as Lake Hope State Park, in the
opposite direction. Hiking, rock climbing,
hunting, birding, wildflower walks, nature
study, horseback riding and canoeing are a few
of the outdoor activities guests can enjoy.
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guest comfort and safety, pets are not
permitted; smoking, with extreme care, is
permitted only in designated outside areas.
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