| there's a heated outdoor pool and a meeting room. occupying 2 victorian houses and annexes, this low-key hotel is a block away from portage river and a 3-minute walk from downtown port clinton. suites add whirlpool tubs, sofabeds and separate living areas; some have kitchenettes and fireplaces. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. all the straightforward rooms have microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers, as well as cable tv and free wi-fi. parking is free
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 1 hr 32
Perry's Cave Family Fun Center (57 min)
Family-fun complex with a limestone cave, mini golf, gem mining, a rock wall & a butterfly house. Sandusky Bay (11 min)
Although known by native peoples for many years, this bay was named by the French in 1718. Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Society at Marblehead Lighthouse State Park (23 min)
Lakeshore park featuring a storied lighthouse with a museum & public tours, plus picnic tables. Port Clinton Lighthouse (4 min) Liberty Aviation Museum (8 min)
Aviation museum and museum South Bass Island State Park (55 min)
A ferry-accessible retreat with dock rentals, a boat launch, a small beach, cabins & a campground. Heineman Winery (57 min)
Longstanding winery with cellar tours & tastings, plus a geode with crystals up to 18 inches long. South Bass Island (57 min)
Picturesque island featuring a 33-acre state park alongside caves, wineries & water sports. Crystal Cave (56 min)
Massive celestite geode at a winery, filled with pale blue crystals from 8 to 18 inches long. Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands (25 min)
Lake and roller coaster African Safari Wildlife Park (11 min)
Large park with a range of African animals such as monkeys & ocelots, plus shows & tours. The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark (Monsoon Lagoon) (10 min)
Indoor/outdoor family fun center with waterslides, a go-kart track, an arcade & a mini-golf course. Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial (59 min)
Scenic park with a 352-ft.-tall column dedicated to those who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie. Miller Ferry (16 min) East Harbor State Park (15 min)
Recreation area on the shores of Lake Erie with scenic wetlands, wildlife, a beach & camping. | 
