The Overnight Adventure Near Cleveland That Will Take You Back In Time
By Nikki Rhoades|Published December 11, 2018
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
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Parts of Northeast Ohio are surprisingly historic. Old-fashioned cities like Medina, for example, once enjoyed an annual parade that brought a menagerie of animals like giraffes and rhinoceroses into the city square. Bay Village was the birthplace of E. Harold Munn, a man who campaigned for the presidency under the Prohibition Party. Everywhere we turn is a unique history waiting to be uncovered; however, Oberlin is one local community that seems to hide many historical secrets. Now is your chance to stay overnight in this pretty place, surrounded by Civil War-era artifacts in what may have been a stop on the Underground Railroad.
Welcome to the historic 1830 Hallauer House Bed & Breakfast!
Located in Lorain County, Oberlin is a historic community with unique roots. This community has strong abolitionist roots and was regarded as a terminus on the Underground Railroad.
Once upon a time, thousands of runaway slaves quietly traveled through the scenic landscape on their way to freedom.
The town was planned to be an integrated community from very early on, and people of all backgrounds attended Oberlin College. Many graduates remained staunchly abolitionist, going so far as to travel through the South assisting escaped slaves.
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Samuel Wightman and his family occupied what is now a B&B during the Civil War, and they're believed to have assisted those on the Underground Railroad.
The house purportedly contains a hidden room. Above it is said to be a hole that allowed the family an opportunity to provide provisions to the occupants below.
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Today, the home is decorated with authentic Civil War-era artifacts and reproductions.
In the Confederate Room, guests will immediately spot a reproduction of an artilleryman uniform. Beside it is an authentic sword found buried in Tennessee.
You'll find yourself immersed in stories of Oberlin's unique history and will feel a connection to the devoted abolitionists from the area and the brave souls they helped obtain freedom.
The Asian Spa experience at Hallauer House always kicks off with a romantic dinner and concludes with a bit of relaxation. This spa includes an elegant bathtub surrounded by glowing candles and a steamy sauna. You'll enjoy a glass of wine or champagne, so be prepared for ultimate relaxation if you choose this package.
You can book your room here. The B&B is located at 14945 Hallauer Rd. in Oberlin, just four miles from Tappan Square.
This entire region has a fascinating history, and you’ll be amazed how close to home much of it feels. Would you enjoy spending a night in this Civil War-themed beauty?
