Glenlaurel, A Scottish Inn & Cottages

Came here over Thanksgiving and really enjoyed the seven course dinner. It's taken me a long time to write this review but thought I would let others know that this really is a special place for a different kind of Thanksgiving. We all really enjoyed ourselves. Nice decor, very friendly people. Met lots of "regulars" before dinner. Try Glenlaurel out. I'm sure you'll like it.

This destination is incredible!We stayed in the Douglas Suite. The balcony, in-room jacuzzi and all other accommodations were incredible. For food, the six course dinner on Friday and the seven course dinner on Saturday were unbelievably good. We attended the social hour before both dinners and enjoyed the bagpipes on Saturday. The food and service rivals that of any Michelin starred restaurant we've visited. Each course was amazing, well thought out and elegantly plated. Chef Jean Michael and Chef Hannah did a great job in flavor, seasoning and course progression. My husband has a shellfish allergy and their ability to change the menu for him and make sure he was safe was a big plus. We golfed at the Scottish links (it was a rainy day but still fun!) and enjoyed the experience. We hope to hike the trails and see the gorge next time. Complimentary breakfast was yummy as well!We have already told many friends and family about this hidden gem in Hocking Hills. This was the perfect and romantic anniversary weekend for us. We cannot wait to return!

We stayed here for the first time this weekend. We are already planning our next trip. It's only about an hour from Columbus but you feel as if you are in another world. The accommodations are immaculate and timeless. The restaurant transports you to Scotland. The Glenlaurel is my new favorite quick get away place.

At first glance the pricing at this inn seemed a little excessive but having just completed our stay I can honestly say it was worth every cent. The room was somewhat small but was clean and had two windows and a balcony facing the woods with great views. I highly recommend scheduling the six course dinner. It set us back $180 (tip included) but every course was amazing. The view from the dining venue was enhanced by two deer grazing 50 feet away. Social hour before dinner was on a beautiful deck with a large selection of spirits. After dinner back to our private balcony for a bottle of wine and star gazing spotting several meteors. Even had complimentary battery charger for our EV. Every associate of the inn was friendly and helpful.

Gorgeous, outdoors, incredible work or personal venue with impeccable menu that is simply sublime. Greatest work retreat I've ever been too.

We stayed in the Elliot and went to social hour along with the 6 course meal the first night. Everything was absolutely perfect!! Wonderful getaway for our Anniversary

A Christmas tradition to visit Glenlaurel for their Dickens Dinner in December. Always a magical experience. The winding, forested drive to the manor house is breathtaking in the snow. Luxurious lodgings with premium bedding, toiletries, robes, the full 5 star treatment. Attentive yet unobtrusive staff excel at making you feel like a welcomed family guest. The seven course dinner defies words. Tastes, presentation, service are all magnificent! A special experience that sets the wonder of the holidays each year!

How do I do justice with a review of Glenlaurel?? I have been coming to Glenlaurel for over 17 years and have watched it lovingly grow. After traveling across the globe, it is easily in my top three choices of favorite escapes. You may be asking yourself why in a small town outside of Columbus, Ohio would be such a favorite when the world has so many unique places to offer. Let me try to tell you why.Glenlaurel (Adults only) is nestled close to many hiking trails in the Hocking Hills area of Ohio. If you are the outdoorsy type you will love walking the caves and trails close by (and a few trails on property). There are so many things to do that I cannot even mention them all but zip lining, antiquing, hiking, swimming are among the many things that could occupy your day OR you could sit in luxurious appointed cottage or crofter that you have been appointed at Glenlaurel.Glenlaurel is a Scottish Inn and set of cottages with the theme of Scotland around every corner. Each cottage bears the name of a Scottish Clan.When you arrive to your croft you will enter with Scottish music welcoming you to your home away from home. Each croft has a fireplace and hot tub. All hot tubs are surrounded by privacy fences and the place is so quiet it is a true joy just to sit and relax while enjoying nature.The crofts all have individual personalities and decor. I have stayed in almost all of them and while the MacKay is my favorite there is not one I do not enjoy. The Inn leaves shortbread cookies, teas, coffee and written notes to welcome you. The beds are comfortable and the cottages are impeccably clean! Many times, we never leave the cabin we just read a book and relax. However when you have to leave to eat, you need not go further than the inn for INCREDIBLE meals. I am not sure if they still use students who are training in the local culinary school but the food is top-notch. It can be a little intimidating if you have never eaten here so I am going to explain how it works.Breakfast: You walk into the main lodge and seat yourself. There is a main table that anyone can sit at for breakfast in front of a fireplace and several other small tables inside that overlook the woods. The breakfast is seat yourself. Each time you eat breakfast at Glenlaurel they have freshly made scones (today was Heath) they are serve yourself. Your server will come to your table with fresh coffee and homemade porridge. It is ridiculously delicious served with cream and brown sugar. At that point your server will tell you the chef's menu for the day (usually you will have two choices). Today's choice was Eggs Benedict and stuffed french toast. If you are not a coffee drinker (who are you??) the inn offers a wide variety of teas. If you are a guest of the inn, you can leave after you eat (make sure you leave a tip either at table or upon check-out). If you are not a guest, they will bring you a check.Dinner: Dinner tends to be a moe formal affair. Jeans are worn to dinner by some but most tend to wear dress pants and dresses/slacks for the ladies. Saturday evening is the most formal of the dinners in my opinion. The dinners will blow your mind! When you walk in, the Laird will welcome you to dinner (he will most likely be in a kilt and you may see other diners in kilts as well). He will let you know what dining room you are seated in for the evening. Your table will be marked with your name and a Scottish quote that also bears the evening's set dinner menu. (If you have any food allergies let them know in advance and they will prepare a special menu for you- (Mine is to shellfish and they make lovely accommodations). Social hour begins at 6 in the Loch Ness Pub. Once the Laird welcomes you and tells you your table, you turn left and go downstairs to attend the social hour which consists of cheese, crackers, biscuits and a full bar (drinks are not included). The social hour is not mandatory but it is fun. At 7 you will be called to dinner by bagpipes and the Laird will come to retrieve you for dinner. Once you are seated, the Laird will read you a small bit of poetry and then the evening of delicacies begin. Last night's menu consisted of 7 courses with each being better than the last. Here is last night's menu: -Wild Mushroom Tartlet-Sacchettini of Six Cheese tossed in Roasted Red Pepper Creama & Parmesan-Bisque of Sweet Potato & Butternut Squash with Cinnamon Creme Fraiche-Seasonal Greens topped with Peppered Strawberries Honey Chèvre & Sweet Onion Poppy Seed Vinaigrette-Sorbet of Wild Raspberry ( Pallet Cleanser)- Rack of Clover Fed New Zealand LambI could go on and on but you really need to discover it for yourself... truly a luxurious and incredible place to get away. I should add there is very little wifi, cell service or and no cable. This is what makes this place so special it is truly a place to disconnect and reconnect.

Every year we travel south to beautiful Hocking Hills to visit Glen Laurel Scottish Inn for the Dickens Christmas Dinner December Sundays before Christmas they offer a French Chef curated six course meal with each dish matched to a passage of the classics A Christmas Carol read aloud before the course is served. Oysters with Gouda, Octopus Ceviche over winter greens, Roasted Poblano soup, Duck breast with Wild Rice Risotto, all out of this world flavors and decadence. The In. Itself is cozy and beautiful. A perfect getaway from the homiday rush. Have wine by your private fireplace, hike the beautiful Gorge Trail, enjoy time at the pub hour preceding dinner. An experience you will want to repeat year after year.

My husband and I stayed here for the first time New Years and left on the 3rd. We went for our 33rd Anniversary and I am so glad we did. Everyone there made our stay so nice, they make you feel like you are home. The breakfast is a three course breakfast and it is so good, then you have your six or seven course dinner that is phenomenal. The hot tub was great and the Gordon was wonderful. Usually I don't leave reviews but I had to leave one for Glenlaurel because this was a great place to getaway for a couple of days. We will be going back again.