Big Oak B&B

A 1879 Victorian farmhouse with 14 rooms furnished with antiques & family heirlooms, four rooms are guest rooms. Enjoy the sunken family great room with fireplace, games and books. Also patio, terrace, horseshoe pit, fire pit, and several small gardens, including a herb garden. Playground for children. Hiking trail. The hosts will happily provide you with tips for your visit to Cedar Point and local museums, cruises to Lake Erie Islands, golfing, swimming, dining, shopping and entertainment.

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"Felt like one of the family" 9/16/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

Incredibly enjoyable stay. The owners immediately made you feel like you were a family member, and not a complete stranger. Rooms were clean and well-kept, and breakfast was delicious.

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"Return visit" 9/11/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We stayed at The Big Oak B&B lastyear and are going back to races in Sandusky and did not hesitate to book with Jim & Jeanne again. Everything was great and they are wonderful people. Just like being at home. "a home away from... read more
"Wonderful" 8/19/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

My husband and I were celebrating our 40th anniversary. Our children had set this up. We were welcomed warmly. Our room was adorable, very clean and comfortable. We were welcomed so warmly

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"Big Oak B&B" 8/19/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

Excellent! Delightful inn and owners. felt like visiting home. Will stay again.

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"Our home away from home" 8/7/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

the warm welcome we received was better than we've ever had! Jim and Jeanne make sure your stay is enjoyable, help you find your way everywhere. we left with new friends in Ohio! read more
"fun at the Point!" 8/6/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

The Big Oak is a great place to stay while in town for Cedar Point. read more
"Feels like home" 7/30/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

We immediately felt welcome at The Big Oak. The rooms were appropriatelty priced & accommodations were exactly as anticipated. We had a lovely stay. read more
"Wonderful Experience" 7/30/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

Stayed at our first B&B. Innkeepers are very friendly, hospitable. We felt very welcome and they made us feel as if their home was our home. Rooms are very clean. Breakfast was delicious. Truly enjoyed our conversations and our stay at the... read more
"like family" 7/20/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

There is nothing like the warmth and personal attention you receive at a B&B. A great stay for a great price! read more
"home away from home" 7/20/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

Very comfortable stay in a private room. Owners were very helpful and friendly. read more
"Sandusky Escape" 7/20/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

Big Oak is a delightful and retreat into the past. This lovely old home is filled with heirloom treasures and the hosts are very kind. Ms Jeanne's breakfasts are delicious! read more
"charming!" 7/16/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

Jeanne and Jim were delightful and gracious hosts! We so enjoyed our time with them! read more
"comfortable stay" 7/15/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

The Big Oak is very comfortable- Jeannie and Jim provided the warmest welcome. read more
"Sandusky visit" 7/10/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

Very quaint and pleasant! Excellent breakfast!

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"very nice" 6/30/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

Homey, comfortable with great breakfast. Innkeepers were personable and helpful. Nice place to stay. read more
"A great place to stay in Sandusky" 6/15/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

I had a great time in this couple's home, and the breakfast was outstanding. I am not a garden person, but thoroughly enjoyed walking in them during my stay. They also helped out with finding us a movie theater and on information taking the boats... read more
"Mother's Day getaway" 6/8/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

We had a very nice stay. it was good to talk and learn about the family of the innkeepers. Also, knowledgeable about the city and surrounding islands. read more
"It's Like Visting Grandma's House" 8/21/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

A cozy home to lay your head down for a comfortable night's sleep. It is a true "Bed and Breakfast" as the owner's have opened their home to you. For the Professional B&B person, whom enjoys the character and charm of an Inn or B&B... read more
"Big Oak B&B" 8/20/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

our stay was outstanding

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"Big Oak B&B" 8/20/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Our stay exceeded our expectations

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"Big Oak B&B" 8/20/2008
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Great place to stay, they are nice people. read more
"Big Oak B&B " 8/20/2008
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Felt as if we were right at home ! read more
"Big Oak B&B" 8/19/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Everything was great! thank you!

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"Nice stay" 8/15/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

The Big Oak was a nice place to stay. It was a little hard to find as the sign out front was not very big and partially hidden. It is an older house but the rooms were very clean. The Innkeepers were exceptionally friendly and helpful. the Bed... read more
"Weekend Getaway" 8/8/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

The stay was outstanding.

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"Wonderful Experience!" 8/8/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Excellent stay, owners were very accomodating and very friendly. Recommended very strongly.

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""...years of loving care..."" 8/8/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

The hosts are very personable and their home, garden demonstrates years of loving care.

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"Cozy and comfortable" 8/4/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Love the garden.

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"Welcoming" 7/31/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We were made very welcome and treated like part of a big family. Everything was great!

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""...felt very much at home..."" 7/31/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We had a lovely time at this B&B. Jeanne and her husband took good care of us. They gave us suggestions of what to do. The breakfasts were delicious! Very hospitable. I felt very much at home and welcome here.

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"Big Oak B&B" 7/25/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2007

What can be more delightful than to stay at a charming older home with a family that has a big heart for making people comfortable and welcomed. We greatly enjoyed our one night stay and wished we had time to stay longer.

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Big Oak B&B Bed and Breakfast
Big Oak B&B
2501 Campbell St
Sandusky, OH 44870-5310
USA
Phone: +1-419-627-0329
Innkeeper(s)
James & Jeanne Ryan
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$60 - $135
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The Dining Room is decorated in blue delft, and several antique furniture pieces. The crocheted tablecloth from the hostess godmothers estate. Used for 6 to 8 guests.The Silhouette Room is a large room, with private bath. Decorated in peach and teal, dried flower arrangements, private air conditioning. TV. A chocolate mint on your pillow and a basket fo fresh fruit and carafe of ice water upon arrival.
The Godey Room is decorated in blue and pink,antique furniture,dried flower arrangement, cut and pierced lamp, shared bath with one other room, ceiling fan, full sized bed, can have a rollaway bed , chocolate mint on pillow, carafe with ice water and basket of fruit upon arrival.The Amish Room is decorated in Mauve and cream, antique furniture, dried flower arrangement, shared bath, private air conditioning,full bed, chocolate mint on pillow, basket fresh fruit and ice water carafe upon arrival.
The Rockwell Room offers two twin beds, green decor, private air condition, shared bath,dried flower arrangement, chocolate mint on pillows, and a basket of fresh fruit on arrival.The Herb Garden is located outside the kitchen, a path winds through the garden with a trellis covered with lace vine at the end. It can also be seen from the Gazebo Porch.
The Rose Trellis is in bloom from June to the middle of July. It is located at the back of the sunken garden and leads to The Perennial Garden , Picking Garden and Vegetable Garden.