I had to go to a class reunion in Napoleon, Ohio and just didn't want to stay at one of the local motels I didn't think this small town offered much---until I "googled" a bed and breakfast.
That's when I found The Augusta Rose. I called the owners---who answered the phone. I checked out their website. To be honest their website does not do the huge Victorian home justice.
When I arrived on August 3rd ---the weather (fortunately) was like spring time. The Augusta Rose was surrounded outside by beautiful sunflowers and much more. Mary (the owner) has your "green thumb". I immediately eyed the wrap around huge porch and couldn't wait to sit outside to sip a cup of tea or something.
My friend and I were greeted at the door by Mary's warm smile. Her husband was out of town. Inside..was just beautiful--- full of antiques and much history. It is so well decorated and you feel like you're visiting "grandma's house".
Mary took us upstairs and showed us the 4 bedrooms available. Three of them had their own bathrooms...our's was across the hall. But it was fine. Our room was just beautiful---so quaint, so clean, so charming.
Mary provides you with those thick posh bath robes and wonderful towels. Just like those you get in fancy 5 star hotels in NYC.
And in the morning--she makes a delicious breakfast with great coffee.
My reunion was a great success---but The Augusta Rose and Mary made my stay just a great summer memory.
Napoleon is about 45 miles west of Toledo, Ohio. A great place to stay---and take a drive down the road along the Maumee River. You'll see hundreds of farm fields and green pastures. Good ol' Midwest. Enjoy.
FYI---the prices are super reasonable. I will stay there again!