Rose Heart Inn

Due to some unfortunate circumstances, I needed to remain in the Mount Gilead region for almost a week. Scot and Cindy and the Rose Heart Inn was such a blessing in my time of need. They went above and beyond to make me feel at home, and accommodated every need (and more!) that I had. I was stranded there in just the clothes I was wearing but Cindy was even able to find a set of clothes for me to change into while they helped with my laundry. These people are the most generous, kind hearted people you will ever meet and though I went through something awful, I felt safe, comfortable, and at ease during my time here. The rooms are adorable, and though maybe not technologically modern, have a quaint charm about them that makes up for it. Everything, down to the wallpaper, little accents in the bathroom, the parlor, library, and more radiate Victorian charm and demonstrate the owner's attention to detail to recreate an authentic experience. I felt like royalty breakfasting here every morning, with the table immaculately set, and the wonderful selection of food (their coffee is great btw)! Lots of locally sourced items and everything lovingly made by Scot. I will never forget the couple days I spent here. Most of all, it will always remain in my memory as a testament to the generosity and hospitality I experienced in this region of Ohio, exemplified first and foremost by Scot and his family. If I were ever in the area, I would 100% come back to this charming B&B.

What a horrific experience. I was scheduled to arrive at 7:30pm. When I knew I would be a bit later I called to let them know and was told it would be know problem. When I arrived I was checked in by a young man in his bare feet and when I asked why the price I was given over the phone was $10 more than the website I was told that was a mistake that he’d have to fix but wasn’t offered that price which I should have been because that’s false advertising. He said he’d have to fix the website pricing. And then even though they were expecting me from 4pm my room wasn’t ready. So I had to sit in the sitting room and then a different man came in and said room was ready and took me upstairs. Then I was told I couldn’t use the jacuzzi because it leaked. That was one of the main reasons I chose the place. Then to top it off I was told that he was the chef and he had to teach in the morning so I would have to wait until after 10 to get a hot breakfast or I could get a cold continental breakfast at 7am. 2nd reason I chose this place. I’d been on the road for many miles and I was looking forward to a relaxing soak and a hot breakfast. I got neither. I was told I could use the shower or the tub but the jacuzzi jets were filthy no way I was sitting in that tub. And the rest of the room was dirty as well. Layers of dust and cobwebs. Towels were old thin and musty smelling. I wasn’t offered another room with a working jacuzzi even though I was the only guest. I was so tired at this point I just took a shower and went to bed. Left early the next morning and went to a restaurant for breakfast. I couldn’t stay until 10am to eat and honestly the condition of the room did not make me feel confident in even the continental breakfast. So disappointed. What was supposed to be a nice break from the road was a $112 nightmare. STAY CLEAR OF THIS PLACE!!

Not that this adorable B&B needs any more good reviews, but I loved it so much I can't help myself. I was here to celebrate my uncle's birthday with family and didn't want to stay in the chaos. 5 minutes down the road, in the heart of this cute little town, I discovered Rose Heart Inn and it was more than I could have hoped for. For a super reasonable rate (I mean, we are in the middle of nowhere Ohio, after all) I received a beautiful, quant, room with a jacuzzi tub and a delicious breakfast including yogurt and fresh fruit parfait, fresh orange juice, coffee, omelet, sausage, toast, and apple butter that they make on premises. The owner and I chatted towards the end of my meal and he was seriously one of the most fascinating people I've met in a long time. If you ever find yourself in Mt. Gilead, do not hesitate one single second before booking the Rose Heart Inn.