GUEST NOTES · MADISON, OHIO

What our guests are saying.

What our guests are saying.

What our guests are saying.

A warm welcome. Dinner that turns into a long evening. A room above Lake Erie. Here’s what guests remember about their time at Vincent William Wine.

The Vincent William Wine inn and vineyard beside Lake Erie

4.9 / 5

Average post-stay survey score

959

Guest ratings received

April 2024–September 2026 · Direct post-stay surveys. 868 of 959 ratings were five stars (90.5%). This is our guest survey, not a Google rating.

What stays with people.

A few excerpts from guests’ own words. Read their full notes in the guestbook below.

01 · THE WELCOME

Made to feel at home.

Made to feel at home.

Tours of the house, help settling in, and familiar faces at breakfast.

The staff have made the mansion like a home. Warm, welcoming, and so comfortable.

The staff have made the mansion like a home. Warm, welcoming, and so comfortable.

Lisa A.

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02 · FOOD & WINE

Dinner, breakfast, and a glass of wine.

Dinner, breakfast, and a glass of wine.

Guests write about meals in the dining room, drinks on the patio, and breakfast before heading home.

Every moment of my stay was restful, wonderful staff, amazing grounds, the most delicious food, not to mention the wine, Cabernet Franc reserve a delight.

Every moment of my stay was restful, wonderful staff, amazing grounds, the most delicious food, not to mention the wine, Cabernet Franc reserve a delight.

Carol P.

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03 · THE ROOMS

A comfortable place to stay.

A comfortable place to stay.

Spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and time to settle in.

Our room was spacious, luxurious & very comfortable, staff is friendly & efficient, highly recommend, looking forward to future stays

Our room was spacious, luxurious & very comfortable, staff is friendly & efficient, highly recommend, looking forward to future stays

Michael H.

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04 · TIME BY THE LAKE

A few days away.

A few days away.

The setting is part of the stay: lake views, the grounds, and an unhurried afternoon.

It was perfect. Exactly what we were looking for in our getaway. Relaxing, great food, beautiful scenery. Everyone was so accommodating and really nice!

It was perfect. Exactly what we were looking for in our getaway. Relaxing, great food, beautiful scenery. Everyone was so accommodating and really nice!

Carol Z.

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The guestbook.

Notes from guests, in their own words. This collection includes written responses from guests who gave our post-stay survey five stars, alongside testimonials previously shared on this site. It is a curated collection, not every response we received.

Names are shortened for privacy. Contact details and private follow-up messages are omitted; mixed feedback is preserved.

Corey and I had the best time at Vincent William Wine! Every staff member we had the pleasure of meeting was outstanding, hard working, and super helpful! The grounds are absolutely stunning and well kept, the food was incredible, and the room had everything we needed with spectacular views of the lake. I was able to thank the chef this morning at breakfast for inn guests, he is wonderful! We can't wait to come back and tell our friends and family about our time. With that being said, I'd rate our stay a 5/5 and would go higher if I could! THANK YOU ALL! A special thank you to a few workers we got names from... Gwen! Both Tracy's! Ashley!
Gabrielle J.
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Jen, Mike, Matt, our dinner server, and our housekeeping assistant answered all our questions and helped us get whatever we needed. The food was delicious and the grounds and beach are beautiful. Very restful. The room was nicely appointed and spotless! The staff have made the mansion like a home. Warm, welcoming, and so comfortable. A very different and wonderful derivation of a resort stay. The beautiful lake is the star, and the wine is delicious too! ;). We live close by and hope to return again and again! I've already recommended it to several of my friends; both couples and single folks. We celebrated our wedding anniversary with a 2 day stay. One of my friends has already decided to go to the Winery for their June anniversary dinner too!! I will sing your praises with all my family and friends. Thank you for all your kindness and graciousness. We had a wonderful time. Vincent William is a a little precious gem in NE Ohio. We are so lucky!
Lisa A.
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Our stay at Vincent William was amazing and my favorite weekend vacation I've ever done. The staff and every little detail you all thought of was impeccable! Restaurant and wine are top notch. You guys set the standards very high and telling all our friends and family they need to go. I can't wait to come back. Thank you for making our weekend beautiful and treating us like we belong there. You guys are awesome
Camille M.
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My wife and I recently stayed here for a quick getaway, and we had an absolutely wonderful experience. The sunsets over Lake Erie were breathtaking, and the food was excellent. We enjoyed the fantastic cocktails and wine selection, which added a perfect touch to each evening. The service was top-notch, and our room was comfortable and cozy.
Sonny S.
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We had the most wonderful time! Your winery is beautiful and the Inn was so luxurious, yet very comfortable. The staff went above and beyond to make sure our visit was perfect. Thank you!
Karen T.
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Every moment of my stay was restful, wonderful staff, amazing grounds, the most delicious food, not to mention the wine, Cabernet Franc reserve a delight. I can't wait to come back! Thank you for my mini vacation at your estate
Carol P.
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dinner was fantastic, salmon, lamb chops, beet salad was all excellent, wine is outstanding. Our room was spacious, luxurious & very comfortable, staff is friendly & efficient, highly recommend, looking forward to future stays
Michael H.
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We had a fantastic time and can't stop telling people about it! The wine, food and the inn itself were all above expectations! Matthew at the bar was particularly enjoyable to talk with and Tracy went above & beyond to make us feel comfortable. Also loved the breakfast prior to departure. Everything was excellent!
Julie N.
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It was perfect. Exactly what we were looking for in our getaway. Relaxing, great food, beautiful scenery. Everyone was so accommodating and really nice! Can't wait to go back.
Carol Z.
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Beautifully designed & tastefully decorated Inn! Fantastic, attentive staff & wonderful menu, drinks & terrific service!!! Especially enjoyed your estate Moscato wine!! Five stars!! Thank you to Vince , Katie & staff (Gary) for their personal assistance & tour/history of The Inn & Winery!! We will definitely return for another visit & hopefully the weather will cooperate so we can utilize the heated pool & hot tub!
Susan N.
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From the moment we arrived, we were met with exceptional hospitality. Tracy welcomed us at the front desk, personally escorted us to our room, and once we were settled, took us on a quick tour of the breathtaking property. Not only is the winery itself stunning, but its story is truly remarkable.
Jessica C.
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It was an absolute 5. Your staff was so warm and welcoming and your property was perfect for a relaxing getaway. Chloe and Gwen went out of their way to make us feel right at home. Thank you for making us feel most welcome. P.S. The food was great, too!
Kathleen M.
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Tracy was amazing, giving us a tour and the history of the winery and inn! She took care of us at breakfast, as well! Her kindness and hospitality were outstanding! We were also amazed with the hard working staff members who were attentive throughout our stay!
Jan F.
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The entire staff at the wine bar and the restaurant were so friendly and helpful. Chloe's warm smile and personality added a great beginning to our stay. Can't say enough about Tracy's help in making all the arrangements for our stay. She was wonderful.
George K.
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Everyone was incredibly inviting and it made my wife and I feel right at home. Along with the beautiful atmosphere, our stay was relaxing and comfortable.
Curtis L.
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I took my husband here for his birthday weekend. The view pulling into the winery was breathtaking. Tracy greeted us, gave a history and tour of the property then showed us to our room, which was spectacular. Chef Matt has an amazing menu that was all so delicious. Can't wait to return.
Mary B.
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The room was beautiful, dinner was incredible, the cocktails were great, breakfast was delicious.
Chip T.
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Hospitality is second to NONE. All dishes were DELISH. The 1st floor suite provides comfy quarters and beautiful views of the lake. The high end bedding takes it up an extra notch. The owner and management made regular appearances and were super engaging.
Maggie S.
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12 to 9 pm

Thursday

12 to 9 pm

Friday

12 to 9 pm

Saturday

12 to 9 pm

Sunday

11 to 8 pm · Brunch to 2

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