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Experience Berlin
Berlin is probably Holmes County's most "commercialized" area outside of Millersburg. It's tourist oriented and gives a great opportunity to shop, browse or just stroll around Amish Country. The concentration of shops, stores and attractions in the area makes it perfect for walking. Just park your car and begin your quest. Whether searching for antique gems or newly hand-crafted items, the modern or nostalgic, you can surely find it at one of the many shopping locations. You'll be absolutely amazed at the variety of stores and shops - it's almost overwhelming. Grab lunch, a snack or dinner while you’re here. You can spend the night if you choose, then get an early start for another day - you'll most likely need it if you want to see everything!
Bakery With a Heart
While perusing the area, we checked out Der Bake Oven. My wife, four girls and I all trouped in the door. It’s a simple little bakery and ice cream shop that offers a great aroma upon entry. We picked up some discounted bakery items from their bargain rack—we were being thrifty! I don’t know if it was because we looked hungry, but when we went to check out, the lady gave us one of the items at no charge. She said that someone wanted to bless us! We were quite surprised by this act of kindness and expressed our gratitude. We determined to share this kind deed with everyone we could. So, we give Der Bake Oven a high recommendation and ask that you stop in when in the area and sample some of their great-tasting baked items or get a scoop of their delicious ice cream. Heirloom Furniture
Another favorite of ours is J & J Woodcraft. We love real wood furniture and wanted to get a solid oak pedistal table and chairs for our kitchen eating area. So, naturally we began our search in Amish Country. After looking, shopping and comparing we found the table & chairs of our dreams for a great price at J&J Woodcraft. The quality is superior—it even has the initials of the Amish craftsman who built it signed on the back side. We've had the table & chairs for several years and use them daily. They still looks as beautiful as the day we got them. Amish Farm & Village
Another Berlin must-stop for our family (ok, for my daughters) is the Western Leather & Shoe store in the Schrock's Amish Farm Village complex. The girls absolutely love looking at the western wear, sadddles and boots! You'll want to check out their Amish Handcrafted Items & More - with Amish handcrafted leather belts, wallets, handbags, purses, saddles, baskets, and other handcrafted items. They feature quality merchandise made to last a lifetime! There's also an antique shop, craft shop, buggy rides and even a train ride to experience here as well. Get a Great Night's Sleep!
Looking for a great place to stay so you can get your early start the next day? We stayed in the Simple Blessings Cabin. Though they have a Millersburg address, they are just on the west edge of Berlin actually within walking distance to the shops. We absolutely loved our experience in this beautiful log cabin - it is newly constructed, spacious and clean. An Amish couple tend to the cabin for owners Mark and Brenda Zimmerman. We had fresh, homemade cookies hand delivered to the kitchen table. So, whether its heirloom furniture, great shopping, good food, or a peaceful night's rest that you're seeking, you'll find it all in Berlin! For more things to see and do in the area, check out the following links: ShopsAttractionsRestaurants and DiningLodgings and AccommodationsLocal Churches_________________________________________________________________Return from Berlin to Where are the Amish Locations in Ohio?
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