20 Great Lakes Getaways
From Minnesota to Ohio, towns along the Midwest's Great Lakes capture the summer vacation spirit. Here are some of our favorite Great Lakes getaways, with tips on exploring each one.
Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio
Vintage boardwalk fun draws families to the summer resort town of Geneva-on-the-Lake, while the surrounding wine country offers upscale restaurants and fine wines to sample. (800) 862-9948; visitgenevaonthelake.com
Five Fun Stops
1 The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake, a resort near Geneva State Park, has contemporary country-inn appeal. A delightful 2-mile paved path links the lodge to the state park beach. (866) 826-9975; thelodgeatgeneva.com
2 Patrons at Ferrante Winery and Ristorante sample hearty Italian dishes and wonderful wines made on-site, about 9 miles south of Geneva-on-the-Lake. (440) 466-8466; ferrantewinery.com
3 A charming soda fountain and old-fashioned malts draw customers to Ree's Corner in downtown Geneva-on-the-Lake. (440) 466-0785; reescorner.com
4 Try to visit South River Vineyard at sunset, when the views are spectacular. About 10 miles south of Geneva-on-the-Lake, this winery is housed in a classic, white-steepled church, where the sun streams into the tasting room through stained-glass windows. (440) 466-6676; southrivervineyard.com
5 The Lakehouse Inn and Winery (pictured), one of the area's only wineries on the lake, features a glassed-in tasting room with great views of Lake Erie, as well as cottages, a B&B and restaurant. (440) 466-8688; thelakehouseinn.com
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