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  • Check Out This Luxury Spa Resort Just 5 Hours from Indy 

    Check Out This Luxury Spa Resort Just 5 Hours from Indy 

    Looking for your next couples getaway within driving distance from Indianapolis? Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa is a Tuscan-inspired luxury resort in Canton, Ohio just under 5 hours away from Indianapolis. 

    Picture this: You wake up in the most beautiful hotel room to birds chirping and don a plush spa robe. You brew coffee to sip and sit out on your private veranda overlooking waterfront views. Italian-style breakfast is delivered to your room, and you enjoy it before walking steps away to a spa for a couples massage with the love of your life. After you’re fully relaxed and rejuvenated, you venture just below the spa and into a cave to learn how certain wines pair with certain cheeses. Finally, you enjoy a lobster roll on a patio while sipping on a craft cocktail. A local band plays Stevie Nicks in the background.

    This dream scenario was my reality just weeks ago when I visited Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa in Canton, Ohio. 

    This post is sponsored by Gervasi Vineyard, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. 

    Roadtrip idea from Indianapolis Indiana

    The Casa

    We stayed at The Casa which is the main lodging accommodation at Gervasi. Our favorite parts of The Casa were the private veranda overlooking the water where we enjoyed (many) glasses of wine and complimentary breakfast delivery. Also, the heated towel bars. I mean, where have these been all my life?!

    We especially enjoyed the courtyard at night for fire pit conversations. We met several lovely couples and enjoyed sharing stories and sipping wine together while the sun went down. 

    Other lodging accommodations include The Villas and The Farmhouse. Side note, that The Farmhouse would also be perfect for group trips. So, if you’re searching for bachelorette party ideas within driving distance from Indianapolis, definitely look into The Farmhouse at Gervasi!

    Spa Resort within driving distance from Indianapolis Indiana

    Dining

    The Bistro – Upscale, Italian dining in a historic, restored barn. If you plan on coming to Gervasi, The Bistro is a must! Definitely make reservations and consider a more formal outfit choice for this dining experience. We got the ricotta spread, pierogies (get these – trust me!), short ribs, roasted salmon, and peanut butter, banana mousse trifle. The vibes, the food, the wine… all a 10/10!

    The Crush House – Lunch & dinner with happy hour specials, wine tastings, and patio dining. We weren’t able to try this one during our stay, but I really wish we did! Their menu consists of soups, salads, pasta, and sandwiches. A couple things that stand out to me are the deviled eggs (my jam!), seared sea scallops, and the chocolate tiramisu martini. Umm… YES PLEASE! Happy Hour is Monday – Friday 2-6pm. Just another reason to make this your mid-week getaway destination!

    The Piazza – Outdoor dining with lake views and live music. They don’t accept reservations at The Piazza, so come early and stay awhile! They have pizzas, cocktails, sandwiches, and Italian-American plates. We got the nachos as an appetizer (which I highly recommend!), the lobster rolls, and the meatball sub. Don’t miss the ice cream sandwich for dessert!

    The Still House – Coffee to cocktails with small bites, breakfast options, and live music. This is where I would get my coffee fix every morning. This is also where I tried the viral dot cake which is in fact, a cake with sprinkles all over it. Right up my alley, LOL! You can come here at night for cocktails and live music on select nights. 

    Gervasi Destinations also has two offsite restaurants, The Twisted Olive and OLINDA, in case you want to venture off the resort! 

    Winery in Canton Ohio

    The Cave

    The Cave is where you can do a guided tasting tour of the delicious wines made at Gervasi Vineyard. My husband and I agreed that this was the best wine tasting we’ve ever done (and we just got back from Italy!). The reason being that the guides really value education. They taught us the proper way to taste, why certain notes come through, and why the wine changes with certain food pairings. We learned so much from the Gervasi Vineyard team!

    Spa in Canton Ohio just five hours from Indianapolis Indiana

    The Spa

    The Spa at Gervasi Vineyard is right above The Cave and just steps away from The Casa. They offer massages, skin care, nail care, and even makeup applications! I got a pedicure while I was there and they truly made me feel like royalty with a warm shoulder compress, complimentary beverage and snacks, and, of course, excellent nail care service! If you are wanting to experience The Spa as a couple, I recommend calling and asking about their couples packages. They looked heavenly! 

    Vineyard resort roadtrip from Indianapolis Indiana to Canton Ohio

    Live Music & Concerts

    The Musica Concert Series at Gervasi Vineyard is located in The Pavilion at the resort. This is a summer concert series taking place every Thursday with tributes to Prince, Abba, Morgan Wallen, and more. We went to the ELO tribute concert and it was a smash! People were out of their seats, dancing, laughing, and having a good time. You must buy tickets for this in advance!

    Couples getaway idea from Indianapolis Indiana to Gervasi Spa Resort in Canton Ohio

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    This is just a taste of the luxury offered at Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa. Check out their website to learn more and to book your next couples getaway!

    P.S. If you’re coming from Indianapolis, there is now a Buc-ee’s on the route! Did we stop both to and from Gervasi? … Yes. Yes, we did.

    This post is sponsored by Gervasi Vineyard, but all thoughts and opinions are my own.