Amish Country, a Dairy Farm Stay, and More!
(trip #763)3 days in Rome City, IN ($$) — Noble County, Indiana, your gateway to Northern Indiana's Amish Country, invites you to stay at the Mirror Lake Bed and Breakfast, just west of the town of Rome City. Enjoy a private stay in your own Bunkhouse on a working dairy farm. Enjoy sunsets over the private lake, the Innkeeper's extensive gardens, watch their horses grazing in the lake-side pasture, or sit on the front porch and watch Amish buggies go by. Oh, don't worry about the cows looking in the bunkhouse windows or waking you up...they are located just down the road.
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Day 1
12:00PM Your own Private and Charming Bunkh...
at Mirror Lake Bed & Breakfast
Offer CVB
11463 N. 150 W.Rome City, INGet a Map
Check-in at noon and begin your special visit to Amish Country! This one-of-a-kind retreat for you and your friends. The 6 of you will share the private, detatched "Bunkhouse"..... but don't think too rustic! Featuring a queen-size bed in a separate bedroom and 2 pull-out queen sofas in the Great Room, you'll have ample space to enjoy your time away. Set time aside for a long, leisurly soak in an old claw-foot tub, enjoy the private lake, Kathy's gardens, watch the horses graze in pasture, or take a long walk down a country lane. Just do what you want. This is your time away!
- Package prices vary. Call for rates.
- 260.854.4675
How to Book — Call your hostess Kathy Fought for rates and availability. 260.854.4675. Or e-mail her at mirrorlakebedandbreakfast@hotmail.com . Please check the website for photos and more details!
1:00PM Amish Buggy Ride!
at Buggy Lane Tours
Offer CVB
Behind Boardwalk Cafe between Harrison & Van Buren Sts.Shipshewana, INGet a Map
Head through the beautiful countryside to the Amish community of Shipshewana. Take a sight-seeing buggy ride around town, or chose from a variety of tours including a buggy tour out to one of the working Amish farms and learn more about the lifestyle of our very special friends and neighbors.
- Tour prices vary.
- 1-877-825-5474 or 574-238-4498...
How to Book — When staying at Mirror Lake B&B, Kathy can book these reservations for you. Or, contact Buggy Lane Tours to pre-arrange a farm tour. Walk-up is fine for town tours; these run frequently throughout the day.
1:30PM Shop Shipshe! Northern Indiana's P...
at Shipshewana, Indiana
Offer Noble CVB
IN SR 5 just north of US 20. 20 minutes from Mirror Lake B&B.Shipshewana, INGet a Map
Shipshewana, northern Indiana's premier Amish community, is filled with specialty botiques, country stores, antiques galore, cozy alley cafe's, quilt shoppes, artisans, and all the charm of a working Amish town! Poke in and out of the many shops in the tiny "downtown" area or, if your visit brings you to town on Tuesdays or Wednesdays from May to October, visit one of the nation's largest Flea Markets!
- The sky's the limit! Shop til you drop!
- 1-800-254-8090 LaGrange Co. CV...
5:00PM Dinner
at Blue Gate Restaurant
Offer CVB
VanBuren Street in the heart of ShipshewanaShipshewana, INGet a Map
Enjoy dinner in true Amish tradition. The Blue Gate Restaurant, in the heart of Shipshewana, is famous for traditional cooking, and satisfied customers! Don't forget to shop the bakery and take pie and pastries back to enjoy later!
- 888-447-4725
7:00PM Sunset and Restful Evening
at Mirror Lake B&B
Offer Noble CVB
After a full afternoon in Shipshewana, return to your cozy Bunkhouse. Enjoy relaxing and watching the sun set. After a restful night's sleep, enjoy a full country breakfast prepared by your hostess Kathy.
Day 2
10:00AM Author/Photographer/Naturalist's Ho...
at Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site
Offer CVB
1205 Pleasant Point
The banks of Sylvan Lake are the setting of the "Cabin in Wildflower Woods" where Gene Stratton-Porter penned many of her books and nature studies. Carriage House Visitors Center, gift shop and display area. Tours of the actual cabin seasonal and on the hour.
- Admission fees vary. Please call for details.
- 260-854-3790
12:00PM Lunch in Victorian Splendor
at Kimmell House Inn
Offer CVB
1397 N. U.S. Hwy. 33Kimmell, INGet a Map
Victorian splendor awaits you at the Kimmell House Inn B&B. A lovely lunch stop right on your way to your next museum! (Be sure to take time for one of the delicious desserts!)
- 260-635-2193
How to Book — Groups frequent this charming destination, so it's a good idea to call ahead.
2:00PM Remarkable Medical Collection!
at Luckey Hospital Museum
Offer Noble CVB
The corner of US 33 and IN SR 109Wolf Lake, INGet a Map
You'll leave feeling lucky that you can experience today's modern medical procedures after seeing this fascinating collection of medical memrobelia from year gone by. Luckey Hospital, named for Dr. James Luckey, who met the medical needs of generations in the tiny community of Wolf Lake, is the setting for this unique museum. The museum holds an extensive collection of medical artifacts and equipment displayed in the 1930's era.
- 260-635-2419
How to Book — Call ahead for times and/or to arrange for a private tour.
3:00PM A Hidden Treasure!
at Chain O'Lakes State Park
Offer Noble CVB
2355 E. 75 SouthAlbion, INGet a Map
This afternoon you'll only have time to sample just taste of what this gem on Noble County offers! Enjoy a drive through our beautiful State Park, take a hike on any number of trails, relax by one of the lakes.....or rent a kayak and explore the "chain" of 8 lakes on your own. Make plans to return again, as there is much to see and do at Chain O'Lakes State Park!
- Gate fee.
- 260-636-2654
5:30PM Dining in an Historic Setting
at St. James Restaurant
Offer Noble CVB
204 E. Albion St.Avilla, INGet a Map
Enjoy a delicious dinner at the historic St. James. Family owned and operated, the Freeman family welcomes you to northern Indiana's oldest restaurant. Established in 1878, this full-service restaurant features house specialties such as German fare, BBQ ribs, chicken and fish dishes and prime rib. Enjoy homemade soups and desserts, along with your favorite beverages.
- inexpensive to moderate
- 260-897-2114
Day 3
10:00AM The Convicted and Accused!
at Old Jail Museum & Sheriff's Home
Offer Noble CVB
Corner of West Main and Oak StreetsAlbion, INGet a Map
After another peaceful evening and full breakfast, set out today for Albion, our county seat. Drive by our historic County Courthouse, and locate the Old Jail Museum 2 blocks west of Albion's only stoplight. Here the Noble County Historical Society maintains artifacts reflecting life in Noble County since its inception in 1836. Constructed in 1876 of thick Indiana limestone, the jail itself is on the National Register of Historic Places and features beautiful exterior architecture.
- 260-854-3701
How to Book — Open weekends from Memorial Day through mid-September from 1:30 - 4:30. Groups anytime by pre-arrangement. Call 260-854-3701 for appointments.
10:30AM Lions, and Tigers, and Bears! Black...
at Black Pine Animal Park
Offer Noble CVB
1426 W. 300 N.Albion, INGet a Map
Welcome to Indiana's finest animal sanctuary! Just minutes from the heart of Albion you'll find Noble County's exotic animal park. It is here you'll find our rescued and retired exotic animals, including big cats, primate, reptiles, birds, and more! Tours are entertaining, educational, and informative!
- $5.50 - $6.50 per person depending on age. 2 & under are free. Discounted group rates. Higher rates for special tours.
- 260-636-7383
How to Book — Park is open daily 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Tours by appointment prior to Memorial Day and after Labor Day. Groups should call ahead to reserve tour guides for their group. Additional charges may apply for optional, special guided tours. 260-636-7383.
Suggested Trip Idea provided by Kathy Fought, Innkeeper (Rome City, IN). You won't find a more charming, friendly, and down-to-earth hostess than Kathy! While her husband and family tend to the chores on the dairy farm, Kathy will make sure that you have what you need to enjoy your stay at their Mirror Lake Bed & Breakfast..
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