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A Romantic Escape - A Treat For Shawshank Prison Fans!

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Cozy Christmas getaway!
Luxurious King size bed!
Room
Dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 234.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Crestline, OH
  • Kingwood Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Ohio State Reformatory
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Mansfield, OH (MFD-Mansfield Lahn Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

A Romantic Escape - A Treat For Shawshank Prison Fans!

Lock yourself INN for a romantic get-away in our all NEW re-designed space inspired by the movie Shawshank Redemption! This space is sexy and moody with comforts Andy and Red could only dream of! Snuggle in the luxurious king sized bed beside a glowing fireplace and/or watch your favorite "prison movies" on the 40” smart TV.
This studio apartment has a kitchen area with electric stove, small fridge/freezer (see pics), microwave and coffee bar with fresh beans and flavored syrups to create your perfect cup of morning coffee! You will have a full bathroom with step-in shower, towels, soap, shampoo/conditioner and hair dryer. Free hi-speed wifi internet is provided inside the room. There is a private entrance with smart code lock; your own parking space directly in front of your unit, and front porch security light. Be sure to take photos using some of the fun props inside!

Situated amid four surrounding cities, (Shelby, Mansfield, Lexington, Crestline, Galion), we offer the serenity of the country with the advantage of getting to town and most area attractions in 10-20 minutes! Mid-Ohio Race Track and OSR Shawshank are just a short 15 min. drive! Beautiful Kingwood Center Gardens; Clearfork Reservoir & Marina and the Ohio Bird Sanctuary are also only a 15 min. drive as well as several access points onto the beautiful paved B&O bike trail.

Many great restaurants, wineries and breweries are within a 15 minute drive as well as three large grocery stores, gas stations and the whole gambit of fast food restaurants. (there is a listing inside the studio)

An outdoor "door-cam" in in use that covers the parking lot and outdoor entrances.

Property manager

Traci
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Not suitable for children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
To avoid unexpected and costly charges, be aware that temporary hair dyes can stain the linens/bedding resulting in replacement costs.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Mansfield

Located in Mansfield, this apartment is in a rural area. Mansfield Art Center and Mansfield Memorial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cinemark Ontario Towne Center and Clear Fork Reservoir Marina. Kingwood Center and Eastside Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crestline, OH

What's nearby

  • Kingwood Center - 12 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Ohio Bird Sanctuary - 14 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Renaissance Theatre - 15 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Ohio State Reformatory - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course - 15 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Marion, OH (MNN-Marion Municipal) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪O'Charley's Restaurant + Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Romantic Escape - A Treat For Shawshank Prison Fans! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Romantic Escape - A Treat For Shawshank Prison Fans!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Romantic Escape - A Treat For Shawshank Prison Fans!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Romantic Escape - A Treat For Shawshank Prison Fans! located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Mohican River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Maize Memorial Dog Park and Avita Health System - Ontario Hospital. Avita Health System - Ontario Workwell and Cinemark Ontario Towne Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawnda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

All was good except for hot water. It took forever for water to get hot. Shower control was a bit weird.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shawshank get away

Nice little place for 2. Anything you want is minutes away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

After prison tour stay

We came to do the Mansfield Prison Tour and this was the perfect place to stay! Quiet and peaceful. Just a great place to kick back and relax after the tour.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

I booked this stay for Valentine’s Day, and it exceeded expectations. Hosts were easy to communicate with, the room included recommendations on nearby activities/food and location was great-not too far from anything. The vibe of the room was my favorite. Small details played a huge part of our comfort and relaxation. I couldn’t have asked for a better stay.!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Gorgeous

Me and my husband stayed for our 10 year anniversary and loved it! Bed was comfortable, coffee bar was amazing, and the "photo booth" is the cutest. Thanks for having us! It was beautiful and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALICE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Gem of a Room!

What a cozy place to fall upon! Everything was perfect! We will be returning!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Romantic Rental

Very nice place. The theme is awesome after touring the reformatory.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a gem of a place - extraordinary fun !

Thoroughly enjoyable stay from start to finish. That room is exactly as gorgeous and cozy/romantic as it look on the photos. Everything is in tiptop shape, and it is very clear that the owners pay a lot of attention to each little detail. Communication before and after the stay was impeccable - all of our needs were thoroughly taken care of. Next up for us will be the adjacent Old Schoolhouse !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worth every penny

Property was just as described. Beautiful and cozy. Loved the Shawshank theme since we visited the Reformatory. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away

Very clean, and feels just at home
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Christy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway retreat

We stayed for one night while we attended the Blood Prison Haunted House. It was as cute as described. I highly recommend it if you are visiting the Reformatory. It was decorated for Shawshank prison movie.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and romantic!

Fun romantic room! I would definitely recommend 👌
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and vibe

We stayed here for our one year wedding anniversary. We loved the fun decor and vibe of the place! It was a great location that wasn’t too far away from things to do, and we took some of the recommendations out of the binder on the table 😁 thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and peaceful

Just as described. We had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

I took my husband for an extended weekend and this was exactly what we needed. The space is perfect and has all the accommodations you could need. The owners are onsite but you don't see or hear them. The view is amazing as well. Thank you Traci & Bob for giving us a relaxing weekend full of fun and new adventures!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10/10 Recommend!

Very sweet and quiet place. Felt like a home away from home! Perfectly accommodating, thankfully for all the amenities. We really appreciated the birthday wishes, experience and ambiance all pre set before our arrival! Would highly recommend this stay which compliments the history of the area. Thank you again to Bob and Traci.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

More than 5 stars!

We had an amazing time here! It was the perfect touch to add to our Shawshank Redemption/Ohio State Reformatory activities! Super clean, quiet country setting yet so close to town, activities and restaurants! We will definitely be back and can’t wait to bring another couple to stay in the “school house” located on same grounds. The owners definitely take good care of the place and take pride in making it a wonderful couples getaway! Also purchased homemade candles made by them, they smell like you could eat them!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shawshank Weekend

What a great property! Both the room and the property are immaculate, and I highly recommend both Inn Carceration and the schoolhouse next door. It's a very serene setting perfect for relaxing and still only a short drive into titan.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem Close to OSR

My wife and I stayed here during a music festival and it was close to everything but far enough away to enjoy some fresh air. The bed was very comfortable and the space was exactly as described. The hosts were very communicative and helpful. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I have already encouraged other family members to book a stay here! We came to the area to see Indy cars race at the Mid-Ohio track, and it took only 17 minutes (on pretty, uncrowded roads) to arrive at the gate. Our suite was clean and comfortable with a roomy bathroom, a lovely bed, and a well-supplied kitchen. We enjoyed the fun colors of the "fireplace" and all the Shawshank decor and props. The Ohio State Reformatory is a 15-20 minute drive away, and absolutely do not miss it! We learned so much. Oh, and don't forget to explore the charming backyard, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax and unwind

Great place, in a country setting. We slept well and enjoyed the theme of Shawshank. The bed was comfy and the kitchenette and bathroom were all we needed for a short stay. We would recommend this listing as a quiet and peaceful place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary getaway

Shawshank theme went perfectly with our weekend plans of doing OSR tour. Room was well done, comfortable and cozy. The property grounds and landscaping are beautiful and peaceful. I highly recommend staying here. Location is close to alot of restaurants etc. 15 minutes in either direction. Even took home a beautiful smelling candle made by property owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing visit

Beautiful property with a very unique decor! Very quiet location in the country. Everything needed for a short stay. Bed was comfortable & outdoor space was very nice. Hosts were wonderful and friendly. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eclipse

A newly renovated prison “escape” theme was on point. Lovely and comfortable decor. They could have not been more welcoming. Lawn chairs to view the eclipse and a quaint group. We will plan another “escape” when we plan a visit to the prison.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Traci

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Hello, we are Bob and Traci Zacharias and we have lived on and loved this property for going on 15 years now. We like to travel, ride bikes, visit with friends and family and are kind of addicted to auctions! We have spent many years collecting, buying and selling and many of these things can be found in the two properties that we rent as well as in our own. When we aren't traveling, we are very happy here in the country but we can hop in our cars and be to town in less than 10 min.! It really is the best of both worlds!

Why they chose this property

While we are just a short 10-20 min. drive to many attractions that bring travelers to town (Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course race track, Ohio State Reformatory, Clearfork Reservoir & Marina, Kingwood Center Gardens, Apple Hill Orchard, etc.), we are also able to get away from the traffic and noise and enjoy the peace and serenity of being "away from it all".

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What makes this property unique

Bob and I have really enjoyed creating this space for couples to relax, refresh and just have some fun! So many of our guests visit this area to tour the Ohio State Reformatory so we thought it would be fun to design something that coordinated with that experience! For you racers, we have ample parking for towed vehicles and/or trailors. We are only 15-20 min. drive to most area attractions and we are also conveniently located amid four adjoining cities which gives our guests many choices of places to eat, visit, play!

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