German Village Guesthouse

This is a nice little getaway place. Located in a quaint part of Columbus. It has nice places to eat within walking distance, even in the winter.

This place exceeded every expectation we had. A true perfect trip. We will return.

Not only are the facilities and atmosphere of the German Village Guesthouse absolutely superb, but the helpfulness and service provided by their staff are among the best I've ever seen. I reserved the Whittaker Suite at the Guesthouse for two nights for my girlfriend and myself, as a romantic anniversary getaway. The suite is out of this world: Gorgeous bedroom, living room, kitchen and bath, with all of the amenities one could want for a weekend to remember. Unfortunately, I discovered just as we were heading to the guesthouse that I had mistakenly reserved room #2 rather than Suite #2 when I signed up online. The guesthouse owner was incredibly helpful at helping make the best of things: The suite wasn't available Friday night, but they had it free on Saturday. She even offered to help move our luggage from one to the other while we were out Saturday, and gave us a late checkout on Sunday morning to help make up for the disappointing mistake. There was champagne and strawberries waiting in the suite when we arrived. It was even more wonderful than I had remembered. And a few days after I got home, a package arrived from the guesthouse containing a necklace and iphone plug that I had left in the suite--they had sent it back to me without even asking. One can find other top-of-the-line, beautiful B&Bs with great amenities several places around the country, in the middle of delightful neighborhoods filled with shops and beautiful buildings...but service like the German Village Guesthouse's is very hard to come by. This place stands out in every way. Come and visit--I guarantee you won't regret it!

A very classy place - breakfast was great, and we enjoyed the garden. A bit pricy, but worth it!

My wife and I found this B&B to exceed our expectations in virtually every way. Well kept, clean, updated with every amenity. Wonderful surroundings. I would highly recommend it to everyone. We will most certainly return.

My girlfriend and I had a great time in the Village. The accomodations were more than we expected. Our stay was wonderful. Centrally located. We were able to walk everywhere.

This is the perfect place to enjoy an extraordinary community with wonderful shopping, dining, and wandering opportunities. It was perfect for my visit to the La Grange Insurance Audubon Center. A wonderful blend of city and wild.

My rooms were secluded and personal. From the moment I walked in, warmth and hospitality greeted me. My fiance and I spent the night here before he shipped off to Afghanistan and anything we could possibly need was provided. In the morning we were able to spend time in the kitchen making each other breakfast and enjoying the ambiance ... it was even better than being home! :) We are planning to make this a yearly tradition. I cannot wait til we can stay here again.

Business trip/overnight. This B & B was the cleanest, most comfortable and beautiful lodging I have ever experienced - better than the Columbus Hilton by far and less expensive. Definately will come back when in Columbus - and maybe even just for a getaway weekend

This my wife and I's first time in Columbus and also our first time at a B & B. We will probably never stay at a hotel again. The house is gorgeous and the room we stayed in was modern, clean, and comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with anything we could need. And we made use of the wonderful outdoor fireplace. We recommend and we will definitely be back. Additionally the German Village is beautiful place to roam.

I reserved a room here for my best friend's wedding night and they LOVED it! Amazing location and totally secluded and cozy. I highly recommend!

What a wonderful place to have a restful break on a long trip. Everything from the tasteful appoinments to the stress-less checkin/out seems intended to let the guest relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Fantastic service, surroundings, gardens and rooms. One of the best B&B experiences around -- thank you!

We arrived in the late afternoon and got refreshed before strolling around German Village. I had called earlier and staff was very helpful in suggesting places that might be special and suitable to dine at for a special occasion. Their suggestions were excellent. Room was VERY clean and spacious (we had the king bed room). Patio was peaceful and relaxing for just hanging out in the morning. Was a little surprised that breakfast had no hot choices but perhaps I had not read the literature closely enough. King bed is made up of two single mattresses (I am sure due to limitation in bringing up a king size) and I did find it a bit uncomfortable with the crack in the middle. I certainly however would recommend it and next time will ask for a queen. :-)

We spent 1 night at the GVGH over Labor Day weekend, in Room 1 on the first floor, and I really wish we could have stayed longer. We felt welcomed from the moment we walked through the front door: jazz music played softly in the common area, a tray with iced tea was set out, cupcakes and plenty of other snacks were ours for the taking, our room and bathroom were comfortable, and everything was beautifully decorated and immaculate. We were enjoying the common sitting area when Darci, the proprietor, stopped in to drop off some extra fruit. She introduced herself and was very nice but didn't hover, which I liked. The backyard garden area is also lovely, with an outdoor fireplace and 2 sitting areas. We ended up relaxing in our room watching a video on the German Village and then a movie from the selection of DVDs right outside our door. We got a great night's sleep and walked out of the room the next morning to find a delicious selection of fruits, banana-nut bread, hard-boiled eggs, cold cereal, yogurt, coffee, tea, milk and juice all set up in the kitchen. The bathroom shower was spa-like with its tiled floor and stone-tiled wall and bench, nice towels and 2 robes hanging on the door. We didn't feel at all rushed to leave. All in all, it was a perfect stay; my only disappointment was that we didn't get a visit from the owners' dog, Cookie! If we get to return, hopefully we'll get to meet her next time. :-)

We really enjoyed our stay at the German Village Guest House. It was as if invisible hands were keeping everything beautiful while giving us plenty of privacy. The room was comfortable and spacious, and we really enjoyed the breakfast of coffee cake and fresh fruit. Overall, it was a pleasant experience and I'll recommend it to my friends.

Amazing accommodations. beautiful furnishings, comfy bed, gorgeous gardens, tasty treats -- in the heart of German Village. Love it!

Waling distant of restaurants, grocery store and bars in a historical area. Enjoyed breakfast. Nice garden but it rained the day we stayed.

Traveling from Springfield, IL to Philadelphia, PA we decided to stop in Columbus, OH to explore the area for one night. After deciding upon visiting the German Village, I researched places to stay and found the German Village Guest House with rave reviews. It has definitely earned them! Extremely clean, immaculately kept and beautifully decorated the GVGH will not disappoint. The garden is serene and beautiful. A nice feature of the place is that the owner is on hand next door but check-in and out are done remotely so there is no possible awkwardness "staying" in someone else's house as some B&B's can feel. Great restaurants are a near-by walk as it is a residential neighborhood with a lot of pride and community feel. We stayed one night as planned but I would like to stay over longer next time. BTW, we were in Room 3 which has a private bath and very roomy quarters overlooking the garden. Enjoy!

By chance, we booked our one-night stay at the German Village Guesthouse on the same day as the German Village Haus und Garten Tour event. What a tremendous way to spend the day in German Village, touring the amazing homes and beautiful gardens and ending up at the equally amazing and beautiful German Village Guesthouse in the heart of it all! It was our first stay (but won't be our last!) and we were extremely impressed by the decor and comfort of our room. We rested up after a long day of standing in line to view the tour stops and then walked a few blocks down Jaeger to the wonderful Barcelona restaurant. (Insider tip - Sunday nights they feature the entire wine list at wholesale price plus a small mark-up). After an excellent dinner we walked back to the Guesthouse and sat under the stars in the beautiful back yard garden, sipping a final glass of wine. In the morning, the breakfast choices were filling and healthy and then we moved on with fond memories of our stay. Put this spot on your list to stay when you come to Central Ohio!

We learned of this B&B from a lady at the Ohio I-70 Welcome Center. She highly recommended it to us. Luckily, one room was still available so we booked it. What a wonderful experience. We especially enjoyed meeting the Superintendent of Grounds, a black lab named Cookie. We were impressed by the quality of everything from the furniture, fixtures, food, and fun that we had during our short stay. In fact, we loved it so much, we returned a week later on our way home to Illinois. This time we had time to build a fire in the outdoor fireplace and relax and enjoy the beautiful back yard. We highly recommend the German Village Guest House to anyone looking for a wonderful alternative to the typical hotel room.

Out visit at GVGH was outstanding. The amenities were great; they thought of everything! We only wish we could have had a chance to enjoy the patio/garden but it was rainy.

If you are going to Columbus for any reason at all, you must stay at the GVGH. If you aren't, then find a reason. While the website photos might adequately capture the quality of the rooms, they dont fully reflect how incredible the backyard garden/grotto/patio area is. Try to go when it still gets cool enough at night to enjoy the outdoor fireplace.

We were fortunate to be able to rent the entire guest house for a famiy graduation. It was a beautiful and relaxing place to pause and count our blessings. We were able to entertain guests in the garden and simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings of German Village. It was such a pleasure NOT to stay in a hotel for this weekend. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we will be back!

The GVGH has thought of every detail. Clean, beautifully decorated, in a great location, with all of the touches of home, without the awkwardness of staying with a stranger! This place is perfect!

We very much liked the style of this bed and breakfast. We were given a key code to get in the door and a room key for our room. There were lots of snacks available in the kitchen and a nice dining table and sofa and fireplace available. The next morning breakfast was laid out for us. We very much liked the privacy, amenities and location. We will definitely be staying again!

If you like relaxation and quiet this is the place for you. Kitchen was well appointed and good background music.

We were visiting our daughter at OSU and wanted a restful change from a hotel. We definitely got exactly what we wanted; the property is immaculate as well as being convenient. We stayed in room 3; it had a beautiful garden view with dogwoods blossoming outside and a restful modern decor. The house has a kitchen with fantastic loose teas--such a nice touch for a tea drinker. We were all exhausted, and sitting in the lovely garden drinking tea was just what the doctor ordered. Just the right combination of privacy and openness--one of the best B & B's I've ever stayed in.

This place was absolutely stunning! It exceeded my expectations and I would highly recommend it for anyone looking for an awesome getaway. It was extremely clean and a great walking distance to the wonderful little German Village town. We will def. be back again!

We have stayed in all the locations available for this owner. Always everything is perfect. This is our first choice for any business or vacation in the area.

All was great with our stay in the German Village neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio. Beautiful area and location, wonderful living space, bed/bath, and gardens. The only slight disappointment was the "continental" breakfast of bagels, fruits, coffee and juice. For the price, we would have expected a full, hot, homemade breakfast.

I surprised my new bride with an overnight stay in Suite #1. We could not have been happier. The place was amazing and quite!!! I loved the ease of access and the kitchen was well stocked. The staff provided champaign with chocolate and strawberries on our wedding night, very nice. The bed was very comfortable and the decor was beautiful. The shower was unbelieveable and nice touch with the duck!!!! The staff was very friendly and made everything convenient. German Villiage has a lot to see and do, day or night. I would recommend this place to anyone. In fact, we are hoping to make this a yearly event on our anniversary.

Superb B&B. Great service and beautiful rooms. Would stay there again in an instant.

I usually stay at chain hotels and this was quite a departure for me. But, it was like a breadth of fresh air! What a wonderful place and I will stay there every time I come to Columbus!

Great get-away! Hospitality un-matched--a little piece of heaven close to home. Quiet and peaceful, and within walking distance to great restaurants, shoppes, and historical landmarks.

The guesthouse is fabulously clean, very well appointed, and conveniently located in the heart of German Village - a very cool historic neighborhood. Our every need was anticipated. It is at the top of my list!

Loved our weekend experience at your charming in. very clean, well decorated, and we felt right at home. We wish there was more counter space in the bathroom, but otherwise loved our stay.

Very well decorated interior, very clean and inviting. I found myself content to hang out in the living room in spite of the fireplace being temporarily out of commission. John met us at the door and we didn't see him again - there was no need. Breakfast was very tasty with fresh berries, the best pumpkin donuts I have had, great coffee, homed bread, melons and hard-boiled eggs. We recommend this place and hope to come back. For those who love chocolate and/or coffe, a visit to Pistacia Vera is a must

...I'd rearrange MY schedule in order to stay there. It's the most perfect B&B. Ever. If I lived in the general area I'd book a stay on a regular basis; who needs a reason?

Everything was perfect!! Very relaxing. Be assured you will enjoy your stay.

My husband and I stayed at the house this summer and enjoyed it very much. It was walking distance to many shops and restaurants and the room was delightful!

The German Village Guesthouse and Whittier Suites was the perfect stop during a trip through Ohio. The suite was spacious and very clean. The attention to detail, from iced tea with cookies set out for arrival, the wide assortment of continental breakfast options, Wi-Fi, helped to make the stay convenient. The German Village area of Columbus also provided quaint restaurants and stores.

Lovely! Chic but comfortable. Had the guesthouse to ourselves the first day, which was a nice surprise. No detail has been overlooked - beautiful furnishings, comfortable bed, lovely garden in the back, yummy cookies, wonderful breakfasts, fridge stocked with water and juices, fresh flowers,a nice collection of books and DVDs. The innkeepers are not intrusive, which is appreciated when one just needs a little quiet and privacy. Perfect location for visiting German Village and exploring Columbus. A gem!

Booked from the Internet & was very pleased. Charming, complete privacy, great location, easy to find. Breakfast was great!

We had a great time at the German Village! We could walk/bike to some special resturaunts. We went to the Guest House and that was really cool there! It was a wonderful time in Columbus, Oh.

My husband and I stayed at the German Village Guesthouse in June, 2010 and were very pleased with our accomodations. This was our first visit to a B & B, and were surprised to find out that we had the entire house to ourselves for the first two days. The owners who run the Guesthouse live next door. We enjoyed the privacy and the service was superb. Breakfast was excellent, with fresh fruit, tasty bread loaves, good coffee and more! We ate breakfast outdoors on the back patio. The backyard is landscaped beautifully and is very serene. Staying at the Guesthouse allowed us to explore all of German Village. We found several interesting shops and restaurants. We had a wonderful time and would happily recommend the German Village Guesthouse to anyone who is planning a visit to Columbus, Ohio.

We enjoyed our one year anniversary here. The room was nice and clean. They had great food in the refrigerator for us to enjoy and an enjoyable breakfast in the morning. The only slight downside was privacy. We were in the first floor room, so we could often hear other guests in the kitchen. This is to be expected though in a bed and breakfast. Overall, it was a great stay.

Comfortable bed, quiet neighborhood overlooking a wonderful garden within walking distance of many good restaurants and pubs. Home away from home atmosphere with a fully stocked pantry that invited you to have a late night snack or sit outside by the fire and make smores. Way above average continental breakfast.

Very comfortable accommodations. Generous breakfast. We liked being able to do our own! Great location in an interesting city. Felt very pampered.

What a find! I was visiting friends in German Village and decided to stay close by at the GV Guesthouse. I loved coming back here at the end of the day and unwinding in the perfection of this place. The gardens, my room, the great chocolate chip cookies--loved it all! I will definitely be back.

Guesthouse was very clean. We enjoyed the patio. Nice, quiet location. We felt right at home.

We enjoyed the room overlooking the beautiful garden. The room itself was very clean and welcoming. The fresh flowers were a nice touch. It was our first time at a B & B and we were impressed with the room, and the breakfast. We felt there could have been another easy chair in the room. One of us had to sit on the bed to see the TV.

The chocolate chip cookies and ice tea were a welcome treat as we arrived. The bathroom was terrific, loved the pebble floor and slate at the Whittier Suites. Felt relaxed, bed was very comfortable(pillows were too).The fresh cut fruit and stock of food went beyond our expectations and we very much enjoyed location and comfort. Fresh cut flowers made us feel welcome!

This is such a charming, trendy and perfect B&B in a great neighborhood. If you want to enjoy a nice, romantic weekend, this is the place to be. Plenty within walking distance for a nice walk and incredible food, or if you want to party, you can easily make your way to the great bars Columbus has to offer. You're missing out if you don't stay here - try the banana bread!

I've never stayed anywhere so quiet and pretty. This home accomdates any need a guest could have and is immaculate and beautiful.

Classy rooms, chocolate chip cookies, wonderful outdoor fireplace, and fantastic setting makes this one of our favorite B&B's so far.

What an amazing B&B. There were 3 couples and we had the German Village Guesthouse to ourselves. Of course we shared with Cookie, the property dog. This place exceeded our expectations. What a clean, inviting, homey atmosphere. We truly enjoyed our stay! The owners & other support staff were very friendly and accomodating. The Guesthouse felt like home. We will definitely come back so we can take advantage of the fireplace in the backyard. Keep up the good work with an amazing B&B.

A 19th century gem of a house, a beautiful garden, most gracious hosts and a friendly dog named Cookie are waiting in Columbus, Ohio's German Village. Be prepared for a magnificent continental breakfast and a neighborhood worth investigation.

We came to Columbus to visit friends and they recommended that we stayed here for 3 nights. On entering, you are welcomed into the most lovely and intimate guest house, it feels like a home from home. The decor and furniture is gorgeous and modern and the bed was one of the most comfortable we have slept in whilst away. Breakfast was lovely and plentiful and having tea was a real touch! We had a room facing the road but had no problems with noise whatsoever. Gardens were also beautiful and we were greeted by Cookie, the lovely friendly black lab. It was a very relaxing and comfortable stay and we would thoroughly recommend.

We stayed at the Whittier Suite #2 on a Friday evening in August. My husband surprised me with this stay. We walked into the suite and I was amazed on the cleanliness and modern feel. I am a chef and loved all the details in the kitchen. The breakfast foods that were supplied were fantastic. We look forward to a return visit and hope to bring friends next time. P.S. the restaurant selection within walking distance was ideal!

Great house, all the amenities, modern, but hated the shower- no door and the water went everywhere, a bit pricey, too!

GVGH has a charming exterior, right at home in brick-paved GV. Completely modern interior suitable for Architectural Digest, every furnishing and material chosen for beauty and comfort. Lots of 'oohs' and 'ahhs' at every turn! The garden is a must see!

My wife and I spent the night recently for our anniversary. The rooms are lovely and the home itself is lovely with modern furnishings and a beautiful garden out in back. The food was simple, but very fresh. The whole place was very clean and very intimate. We'd recommend it to anyone staying in Columbus.

Just a beautiful B & B! So comfortable and spotlessly clean. The attention to detail was superb. If your in Columbus and are looking for a B & B...this is the place to stay.

I enthusiastically recommend the German Village Guesthouse. My stay was during the Village Valuables sale, a community-wide yard sale that I like to come to every May. The innkeepers made this home welcoming, comfortable and relaxing. I had a large room with a little den area and a beautiful view of the backyard garden.

Good e-mail communications made reservations easy to negotiate. Property was easy to find, there was ample parking, easy access, and good security. This traditional home with eclectic furnishingd was immaculate. Beautiful garden was delightful spot for enjoying a glass of wine. We will definitely go again.

My husband and I were on a motorcycle trip through Ohio. The German Village in Columbus was on our list of must see's and we had done some research on B&B's in the area before we left but had made no reservations. Late one afternoon we called the German Village Guesthouse to see if they had any rooms available. Luckily they did and by the time we arrived there was fresh brewed tea and cookies waiting for us on the counter. The outside of the house was beautiful and very much what you would expect in a historical area, but the inside was very modern and chic. Everything was very clean and we were most impressed with the personal touches such as fresh flowers, water in the bedrooms, robes, candy dishes and supplies for making smores in the romantic outside fireplace! Simply gorgeous! Very convenient to all shops and restaraunts in German Village. We were able to walk to everything we wanted to see. I would defintely stay here again.

As an Innkeeper myself I am very particular about the B & B's I stay at. The pics of the German Village Guesthouse looked wonderful and it was located in the middle of historical German Village so I decided to stay there. And I am glad I did as it is a beautiful and nicely appointed Inn. It reminded me of a European boutique lodging facility. The continous offering of refreshments was much appreciated. The garden area is very peaceful. And even though my room faced the street on the first floor it was very quiet as it is primarily a residential street. And importantly it was located in the center of German Village and allowed me to walk to the shops and view the magnificent homes in this National Landmark. If you haven't visited German Village then do so, and stay at this very comfortable guesthouse. I have paid more for less so it is clearly a good value. And the Ohio State students who assist in running the guesthouse are a bright group of welcoming helpers.

My husband and I wanted to visit some friends in Columbus, after having moved away from the city (German Village, specifically) a few years prior. We wanted to stay in GV because the area is so quiet, historical, and attractive. When I stumbled upon the GVGH, I took one look at the photographs and was sold on booking a room with them. Upon arrival, our jaws instantly dropped. The entire house was clean (yes, sparkling!), so organized, and every time we turned around we noticed different novelty things about the decorations in the house. I would recommend the Guesthouse to anyone.