Windmill in the Willows-Vacation Rental

Windmill in the Willows-Vacation Rental Ever wanted to stay inside a real windmill? Welcome to Windmill in the Willows—a one-of-a-kind, 5-story tower tucked into a quiet corner of Lorain.

This isn’t just a place to sleep—it’s an experience you’ll be talking about long after your trip. We are nearing the finish line of our 4-year project turning this 1950 Gristmill into a unique vacation home. Joseph Ule broke ground on this iconic building in 1950 making this year the 75th Anniversary of his dream. Paul and I are not investors just flipping to make a buck. We are a husband-and-wife

team that do things right the first time. Our craftsmanship, attention to detail, and design are custom works of art. Our heart and souls, blood, sweat, and tears go into what we create. We demand high standards and respect for our property. We seek guests who are interested in what we have to offer combined with a truly unique experience. This isn't just a hotel room. We will sleep in these beds too, we will shower in these bathrooms, we will make memories here as well as you. Each and every aspect of your stay, has been given a test run by our family. We offer a highly comforting, cozy, and serene atmosphere. As our mission continues, we plan to have a working farm on the premises so guests may pick their own fruit and vegetables during their stay. Fresh farm eggs will be complimentary with a stay in our windmill. We don't wish to take a hands-off approach. If you would like to meet up and talk with us about the history of the property we would like nothing more than to do so. We also plan to offer additional optional perks in the future such as learning opportunities about farm life and sustainable, homestead living.

Attempting to propogate some new willows now that we have lost a couple 🤞🏻
06/19/2026

Attempting to propogate some new willows now that we have lost a couple 🤞🏻

06/17/2026

It's fawn season 🥰

I have tears in my eyes!! THIS is why we bought a windmill, THESE are the people we did it for. We are beyond grateful f...
06/16/2026

I have tears in my eyes!! THIS is why we bought a windmill, THESE are the people we did it for. We are beyond grateful for the extraordinary and respectful guests that have been enjoying our dream!

06/12/2026

Thank you to our friends at Two Dads Express LLC for providing our West Virginia guests, a safe ride to the Jet Express so they can enjoy a fun day on Put-in-Bay! Any guest can make a reservation for location stops!

Hi friends, exciting news!We found an article with a photo of the only blades that have ever been on the windmill. The f...
06/11/2026

Hi friends, exciting news!

We found an article with a photo of the only blades that have ever been on the windmill. The fan-tail is a secondary, smaller windmill mounted perpendicular to the main blades at the back of a traditional windmill's cap. It's purpose is to automatically rotate the entire top mechanism (or cap) of the mill so the main blades always face the wind perfectly. Joe Ule did intend to install the main blades but he moved away before it happened.

Find us on Airbnb and VRBO to book your stay!
06/08/2026

Find us on Airbnb and VRBO to book your stay!

Meet Korri (striped shirt), she's our deep cleaner and she does a fantastic job getting everything sparkling. I'm Ashley...
06/03/2026

Meet Korri (striped shirt), she's our deep cleaner and she does a fantastic job getting everything sparkling. I'm Ashley- co-owner with my husband Paul of the Windmill and your host! I handle all the linens and extra touches. Together, we create the most comfortable and fresh stay you've ever had!

This weekend and July 4th weekend are still open, our last ones for the next 8 weeks, snag one before they are gone!
06/02/2026

This weekend and July 4th weekend are still open, our last ones for the next 8 weeks, snag one before they are gone!

05/28/2026

Watch for this impressive leap 🦌

This weekend's guests, extra special review of their stay! Keep the great guests coming....please!
05/27/2026

This weekend's guests, extra special review of their stay! Keep the great guests coming....please!

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4630 Kolbe Road
Lorain, OH
44053

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