A great B&B in the south eastern part of Kelley's Island. The couple that own the place were great…read morefolks, talkative and full of details and suggestions including a great tip about an eagle's nest that we observed. The inn was comfortable with plenty of seating on the first floor for chatting. They have fire pit just across the street by the lake. We spent a couple of hours enjoying the nice weather and fire with Cedar Point off in the distance. Our room was cozy and well appointed. We had a super comfy bed and our own bathroom with shower. Sheets and blanket were perfect. Breakfasts were delicious and meticulously made with ingredients from their garden. My favorite was the frittata with veggies. Coffee, tea and water available 24/7. A nice place we'd happily return to on our next trip to the island.

We really enjoyed the gracious hospitality in this charming B&B. Rick and Tricia made us feel…read morewelcome and went out of their way to accommodate a food allergy that I have. Tricia's delicious cooking and baking was one of the highlights of the weekend, and home made afternoon sangria was such a treat. I even left the island with one of her recipes for a yummy quiche! The location overlooking the lake is beautiful and they have a private dock at the edge of the water that we really enjoyed sitting on. The rooms are very quaint and filled with antiques. They did not have central air conditioning in the room, so if you like to control the temperature please make note of that. The second floor rooms do seem to get a little warm, but we turned on the fan and opened the windows to catch a lake breeze. The property is about one mile from the ferry marina and the downtown area. A lovely on-island stay.

I've been staying at The Inn for nearly 20 years. I feel as if Pat and Lori have become friends…read moreduring that time. The only reason I don't give The Inn a five-star rating (because I love it enough to, personally) is that I realize I'm biased. So in fairness, here are the pros and cons. Pros: Wonderful, historical home that has been in the innkeeper's family since it was built. The ambiance to go with it! Antiques everywhere, interesting bits and pieces of the history of the island, cozy rooms with air conditioning or fans as you prefer, and windows that open. A view of the lake from the front, and more privacy from the rear of the house. Check out the reading nook on the second floor. Free Wi-fi. Continental Breakfast. You can put a small amount of perishable food in the fridge/freezer but not a whole lot, as the innkeepers live in the house. Lovely gardens, which Pat tends; especially his dahlias! Wait until you see them. Some are huge. You'll see. hummingbirds for sure! The front porch, which faces the lake, with a view of Cedar Point. You could see bald eagles, cormorants, geese, ducks, ospreys, and if you're there at the right time. Baltimore oriels, loons, and much more. Pat is knowledgable about the wildlife of the island, and will, for a small fee, take visitors to see unique features such as the Alvar. In season you can attend bird bandings -- ever seen a saw whet owl? Did I mention Lori's epic brownies, that she makes most afternoons? Yum! There is a private beach, but it's down some pretty steep stairs and rocky. But once down there, the water is very pleasant. Watch for endangered Lake Erie water snakes. Harmless, but they can startle you. You might find beach glass or pottery sherds from shipwrecks! Great conversations can be had here, and friendships made. The Inn was freshly painted this year and looks wonderful! Cons: The steps to the second floor are very steep, so if that's a problem, book one of the two first floor rooms. You'll share the bathrooms with other guests. I don't mind, but I know some people do, so keep that in mind, too. Kelley's Island is possibly my favorite place in the world, and The Inn one of my favorite places, too. In my heart, this is a five star stay, but it meets with my personal standards. It's a very old house, so if you're someone who wants everything new and shiny, probably not your place. But if you love atmosphere, excellent conversation, old books, antiques, front porch sitting, and the sound of the lake lulling you to sleep, it's for you!

My wife and I were looking for a place on the island for an anniversary getaway and the Inn was one…read moreof the few that had any openings. It's run by some wonderful people who are very gracious very nice and the prices is very appropriate. The house is 148 years old and it's got some amazing characteristics. The house is part of the family heritage of the current owners.It needs some TLC and I'm sure it would be a lot of work to bring it up to any kind of a five star rating but it's got a comfortable atmosphere . They could use some new mattresses and like I said some TLC but the house owners were gracious, the continental breakfast was fine, and we enjoyed ourselves very much.

We were blessed to spend the weekend at Eagles Nest this past weekend for our anniversary. What a…read morewonderful place! Our room was just beautiful! It was just so comfortable. The back balcony was quiet and peaceful. Robin and Mark we're just so kind and friendly, you felt like family! And we even got a warm welcome from the family dog, Honey. If your looking for a place that's peacefu, quiet, and friendly, you have got to stay here!! You walk in feeling like a stranger and definitely leave feeling like family!! Thanks Mark and Robin !!!

We have stayed with Mark and Robin many time over the years. Nice and clean rooms with private…read morebaths. The property is away from the action which is one of the things we love about it. The owners are very friendly and accommodating. Pricing is good for an island stay. (On a side note Honey (the dog) is a sweetheart!

Buyer beware! We made a 2-night (required) reservation to stay at the Inn based on the positive…read morereviews we read. I suspect many of the reviews are fake. The Inn is absolutely not what is advertised. The house is cluttered and dirty, full of bugs (if you hate spiders--do not stay here), and not air conditioned in any common areas, including bathrooms. Speaking of bathrooms, we were quite surprised to learn that we had to share a bathroom with another unhappy family: 8 people, 1 bathroom. The owners live in the house, and the towels provided look like the owners' personal towels. No real breakfast to speak of, so don't count on that, and don't expect to use the kitchen to cook...like I said, the owners live in the house. You're just there too. The picture on this website is a joke. The house has not been painted (inside or out) in years. The gardens are not kept up. There is no cute dock to sit by the water--it's a mess. The owners clearly do not take pride in their establishment. We left after 1 poor night of sleep (note this seems common a

This place is in Lakeside - a Chautauqua that we have visited for over 30 years. This is our…read morefavorite place to stay. The rooms are sweet and each has a bathroom with a shower. The breakfasts are gourmet. One year, many of our family stayed because our niece got married here and it was lovely to all be together!

We recently stayed at the Red Fern Inn, in the Kelly's Island suite. We had a wonderful stay,…read moreand I can't say enough about the staff, the amenities and the comfortable vibe of the Inn. The decor is so interesting and tasteful, perfect for the area. The kitchen was equipped with full size refrigerator, microwave, toaster, stove/oven and all the other items you could need. We had two children with us, so it was great to have a fully stocked kitchen. Bonus - they have a winery on the property, Rocky Point Winery. It was so fun and convenient to be able to go downstairs and order a glass of wine (beer/mixed drink), enjoy a tasty snack and sit at the lovely patio and garden areas. It has a nice selection of gifts to purchase at the winery as well. As I mentioned, the owner and staff were so accommodating and responsive. I highly recommend the Red Fern Inn for your next stay up at the "islands".

Amazing spot nestled in the cutest town of Marblehead. They…read morehad a great selection of wine and amazing outdoor seating. It's such a great spot to come and have a nice glass of wine, or 5.

The Maxwell House is a gem in Lakeside! The location couldn't be better, being just up a bit from…read morethe several small businesses that line walking only street. The porch is a perfect place to sit with a cup of coffee and watch the day go by or talk to the always engaging owner, Jeanne. Maxwell's is right across the street from the Lakeside auditorium so, when shows are occurring you can enjoy the sound from the porch. Just a great family run, period bed and breakfast!

You will be greeted by the oh so lovely Jeanne and you will thoroughly enjoy your stay at this…read morelovely bed and breakfast. 4 minute walk to the shore and the cutest shooed surrounding. " Guest House. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day at Lakeside Chautauqua. Victorian Home with terrific front porch. Home available off season for groups. Retreats, Reunions, Study. Come relax with us for a weekend or a week or longer!"

Ben coming here for years. Cozy, great breakfast, nice owners/staff.read more