4 Creatively Designed Stays in Ohio’s Amish Country

Berlin Woods Treehouses, Millersburg

From the balcony of the three Skyview Treehouses you can look out over Ohio Amish Country’s brilliant fall foliage and roads dotted with horse-drawn buggies. 

On the private deck among the trees, guests can listen to the leaves rustle in the breeze and take in the aroma of fall, while sipping on a hot drink or relaxing in the deck’s hot tub. 

“You kind of get the best of both worlds where you’re tucked into the woods, but you get the really far view out front,” says Jeff Conn, co-owner of Amish Country Lodging, which owns and operates the units as part of Berlin Woods Treehouses. “There’s no better way to see [the fall foliage] than when you’re up in the trees on that back porch.”

Inside, there are two full bathrooms, two king-sized beds, two twin beds and a stone, two-person jetted Jacuzzi. The expansive area includes a dining room and living room complete with a stately gas fireplace and inviting, cozy couches for relaxing. 

“People think of treehouses as what we used to build in our backyard,” Conn says. “These are a luxury experience.” 5331 County Rd. 626, Millersburg, 44654, 330/893-2100, amishcountrylodging.com


Honeycombs by Homestead at the Inn at Honey Run, Millersburg 

Among the lush hills of Holmes County, shrouded, quiet patios begin to peek out of the greenery. Since 1988, the Honeycomb rooms at Millersburg’s Inn at Honey Run have been enticing visitors with their unique design and quiet atmosphere. 

This year, the Inn at Honey Run completely renovated these iconic rooms in partnership with Homestead Furniture, another Holmes County favorite. The overhaul of the rooms began in January 2026 and was led by inn proprietor Jason Nies, its director of design Jordan Calame and Homestead Furniture creative director LaVern Hershberger. 

“My vision [for the Honeycombs] was just new furniture and pretty rooms,” Nies says. “Laverne took this to a whole new level when he created the individual room types, and every piece was custom made. The care and elevation they put into it was just beyond anything I ever dreamed.”

Each of the 12 Honeycombs has a distinct design style and is furnished with custom handmade Homestead pieces that complement that theme. Room designs include the transitional style Meridian Room, the tradition-rooted Parlor Room and the midcentury-modern Icon Room. Each Honeycomb room has a QR code where overnight guests can learn about each piece of furniture and how it fits into the style and theme. 

“Honey Run is this magical, spiritual place that people come to for renewal, for rest, for reconnection,” Nies says, “every [room] gives you that opportunity to blend the beauty of what man has created with what God has created in nature outside.” 6920 County Rd. 203, Millersburg 44654, 330/674-0011, innathoneyrun.com


The Meraki House, Dover

When Beth and Jerry Hershberger first saw the shell of an old doomsday bunker in rural Dover, they saw the potential for a truly special and unusual getaway spot. 

They spent a year pouring their energy into turning the bunker of durable shipping containers into a peaceful, one-of-a-kind place to stay in Ohio’s Amish Country that is unlike anything else you’re likely to find in the area. They named their place the Meraki House for the Greek word meraki, which means to pour one’s heart and soul into what they do. Opened in 2023, the Meraki House can hold up to 32 people, perfect for a family reunion or friends’ weekend. Guests can play pickleball or basketball, unwind in the sauna or cook over the grill. 

“The outdoor covered porch area is just pretty much magic in the evening to be out there as the sun goes down,” Beth Hershberger says. 

Fall is a great time to visit because the Meraki House is surrounded by trees. Inside the structure, the rooms are cozy, with large living and dining-room areas full of windows and light, as well as a game room. 

“One of my core values with design is go with what’s there and make it work,” Hershberger says. “I just took the shipping container vibe and went with it. I just softened it up with wood, leather and plants. It’s very simple and comfy. It’s definitely a unique space you won’t find anywhere else.“ 3617 Mount Pleasant Rd., Dover 44622, 330/275-3572, treeboxstays.com


The Guest House at The Eliot Estate, Lakeville

When Alyssa Eliot first visited France’s Normandy region, the rolling hills and picturesque farmland reminded her of her family’s own farm in Ohio’s Amish Country. 

“I just really fell in love with the stone cottages and the beautiful French countryside and the very landscaping,” says Eliot, owner and creator at The Eliot Estate. “I said, ‘Let’s create a European escape. If they’re not able to get to France, maybe we can create our own French countryside.’”

She and other members of the Eliot family, who have farmed on the estate since 1965, got to work creating a place that fused rural tranquility with French elegance. In 2022, they moved an 1800s barn from the nearby village of Holmesville to the farm and completely rebuilt it.

The Guest House at The Eliot Estate is located near Loudonville and Mohican State Park and about a half-hour drive from Wooster, Millersburg and Berlin, making it a perfect home base whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure or want to explore nearby Amish Country attractions.   

The Guest House has two king-sized beds, and visitors are welcome to walk among the harvested lavender fields while taking in the fall colors. Guests can warm themselves around the crackling fire on crisp fall evenings and enjoy serene sounds of a rural Amish countryside while enjoying campfire s’mores. 

“Amish Country in general is just beautiful in the fall,” Eliot says. “You’re off the beaten path down a dirt road. It’s still a very quiet retreat.” 8080 Township Rd. 508, Lakeville 44638, theeliotestate.com  

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