When Alli and Marin were living in Japan, a friend asked Alli what her life dream was. She answered, "I want to have a B&B," He said, "Then why don't you?" So, she bought a book titled "So You Want To Be An Innkeeper", googled B&Bs for sale in their price range, found one in Ohio, and somehow convinced Marin that it would be an exciting adventure, especially since they had never been to Ohio. They then boarded a plane in Osaka and landed in Ohio a few hours later. That was 11 years ago. When they started out people told them would burn out after 3 years, but they’re still loving (almost) every minute of it. It takes a special type of personality to stay content and calm running a B&B. They say the trick is to keep every thing easy and casual. Some call it "lazy", they prefer "laid-back". Whatever you call it, it works. And it’s contagious, you will realize it the second you step through the door. This atmosphere is why The Pines is consistently a top-rated B&B in the area and has won national awards such as "Top 10 Best Innkeepers" from a internationally acclaimed website. Together they have built The Pines into a popular destination getaway that brings guests back again and again.

Located on a 2-acre oasis in the heart of Dresden Village, The Pines is miles away from the stresses of the outside world. The historic three-story restored farmhouse was built in 1812, making it the oldest home in Dresden, but stocked with all the modern amenities, including wireless internet access. Wake up to a full gourmet breakfast and end the evening with a homemade dessert. When our 4 guest rooms fill up, we have a second property just blocks away. Located right on Main Street, The Ivy is the second floor of a historic building. It also has 4 rooms each with a private bath, and is walking distance to shops and restaurants. We invite you to join us at The Pines for the evening dessert and return for a wonderful breakfast to start the day. Please contact us and we will be able to personally tell you what rooms are available and guide you in booking the one that suites your needs.

Besides being smack dab in the middle of the best Whitetail Deer Hunting in the country, surrounded by wineries and award-winning golf-courses, there are many other attractions close to The Pines of Dresden. Here are just a few of the places you might like to visit while you are here: The Wilds Animal Safari-the largest animal preserve in North America Roscoe Village- a restored living history canal town with canal boat rides The Longaberger Basket Building - one of the most iconic buildings in America The Virtues Golf Club (formally Longaberger)- #1 public course in Ohio Amish Country - The largest Amish settlement in the world Historic Zanesville- visit the only Y-shaped bridge in the world The Prospect Place Mansion - as seen on "Ghost Hunters", among others... Main Street Dresden and the Longaberger Shops- step back in time Granville, a quaint college town- Dennison University and Historic homes Raven's Glen Winery - award winning wines and Italian restaurant Stone Crest Winery Flint Ridge Vinyard and Winery The Velvet Ice Cream Factory -visit the historic Mill Ripple Rock Fish Farms The Alpacas of Spring Acres. Dresden is the perfect base for so many surrounding attractions.