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It’s these unexpected moments in small towns I’ve come to enjoy most on our trips after growing up in big city of Los Angeles. Loudonville has fabulous shops like Books, Bangles, and Brews, offering dining, hand-dipped ice cream, homemade desserts, and previously read books. I love books, but before I could get too close Leroy quickly steered me toward door and gently reminded me I have plenty at home on my shelf to finishing reading first. That’s all right; I also like Southwest décor and found a great selection of gifts, Indian art, and jewelry in Creative Outlet, which also has a wonderful Relaxation Center . Across street I discovered unique gifts for family and friends and heavenly scented homemade bath products by Grandma’s Cupboard and at a precious shop called The Extraordinary Shoppe.
To complete our day we took a trip to Landoll's Mohican Castle located seven miles from Loudonville. We climb a tree-lined drive and take in an amazed breath of awe; here stands a German-style castle from a fairy tale with turrets and oriels, right in Ohio. It is not castle that makes man, but his compassion and kindness. We knew this was true when we shook Mr. Jim Landoll's hand.
The castle is a reflection of hard work and dedication to his family who work with him on site to make dreams of guests come true. We listen while he describes preparations for fairy tale wedding. His eyes light up when this humble man speaks about past weddings when bride becomes a princess standing on balcony of his castle and waves down at her prince below. In addition to weddings, Landoll's Mohican Castle also host conferences and banquets. Guests staying at one of eleven elegant suites or luxury cottage at castle can wander 30 miles of trails throughout 1,100 acre woodlands, or work out in fitness center adjacent to pool with sauna rooms,and a cascading waterfall. The elegant suites have convenient kitchens, luxury Jacuzzi’s, and inviting fireplaces.
Legends At The Castle Restaurant.
After a tour of grounds, which are held daily, we stop for a
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