Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center

What Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center does

Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center is a state-park resort located at 5201 Lodge Road, College Corner, Ohio, within the 3,000-acre Hueston Woods State Park and operated by U.S. Hotel & Resort Management, Inc. (also referenced as Regency Hotel Management) under a partnership with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The property provides lodge rooms and a tiered cabin portfolio (family, couples, premier, pet-friendly, and ADA-accessible), six meeting rooms totaling 6,000 square feet accommodating up to 200 guests, wedding venues (Teepee Ballroom and Fireside Room), three dining outlets (The Smokehouse, Johnny Appleseed Lounge, and seasonal Outback Shack), an 18-hole championship golf course, a seasonal marina on Acton Lake, indoor and outdoor pools, a 27-hole disc golf course, and a Nature Center with a raptor rehabilitation program. Revenue is generated across seven streams: lodging accommodations, meeting and conference services, wedding and celebration events, dining, golf, marina and water activities, and add-on packages such as Romance in the Woods and the America 250 bundle. Pricing is transactional with published rates (Savvy Seniors $99-$109/night, $2,000 ballroom rental, $500 deposit on pontoon rentals) plus a 7.25% sales tax, 6% bed tax, and a 3% beautification fee earmarked for property improvements. Distribution is direct-to-consumer through the Synxis booking engine, phone reservations, walk-ins, and the Great Ohio Lodges network of 11 Ohio state park lodges.

Name

Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center

Legal name

U.S. Hotel & Resort Management, Inc.

Website

https://huestonwoodslodge.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center is an Ohio state-park resort in College Corner, OH offering lodge rooms, cabins, an 18-hole golf course, conference facilities, weddings, dining, and a marina, serving leisure travelers, corporate groups, and wedding parties via U.S. Hotel & Resort Management.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Resort and Conference Hospitality

NAICS

Accommodation (721), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Resort Convention Hotels (THAGALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

National Park & Conservancy Lodges (THAGAIAI), Corporate Conference Center Hotels (THAGALAF), Conservation & Research Lodges (Citizen Science, Field Stations with Guests) (THAAAHAJ)

Keywords

• Resort lodging services
• Conference and meeting facilities
• Wedding and event venues
• Hospitality dining services
• Outdoor recreation amenities

Headquarters

HQ city

College Corner

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Lodging Accommodations: Revenue from overnight stays in lodge rooms and cabin rentals. Rooms include various configurations (king, queen, suites) with lake views and balconies. Cabins offer full kitchens and multiple bedroom configurations for families and groups.
2. Meeting & Conference Services: Revenue from corporate meetings, retreats, conferences, and group events. Six meeting rooms totaling 6,000 square feet accommodate groups up to 200. Services include AV equipment rental, catering, and professional event planning.
3. Wedding & Celebration Events: Revenue from wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and celebrations. The Teepee Ballroom (up to 200 guests, $2,000 rental fee) and Fireside Room (up to 100 guests, $1,000 rental fee) are primary venues. Catering is required and includes 20% service charge plus state sales tax.
4. Dining Operations: Revenue from three dining outlets: The Smokehouse (full-service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner), Johnny Appleseed Lounge (cocktails and light fare), and The Outback Shack (seasonal poolside casual dining).
5. Golf Course: Revenue from 18-hole championship golf course (7,044 yards, par 72), pro shop sales, golf cart rentals, and group golf outings. Course designed by Jack Kidwell, opened 1969.
6. Marina & Water Activities: Seasonal marina (Memorial Day through Labor Day) offering pontoon boat rentals, fishing boat rentals, kayak/canoe/paddleboard rentals, and dock rentals. Acton Lake provides fishing for largemouth bass, crappie, channel catfish, and bluegill.
7. Specials, Packages & Add-ons: Revenue from enhanced stay packages including Romance in the Woods ($90), Firewood Bundle ($25), Feed the Fridge ($50), Game On! ($75), Round of Golf with Cart, and America 250 Picnic Bundle ($30).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center operates a full-service resort within Hueston Woods State Park offering lodge rooms and cabin accommodations, three dining outlets, an 18-hole championship golf course, a seasonal marina with boat rentals, indoor and outdoor pools, hiking and disc golf, and a Nature Center with a raptor rehabilitation program. The property also operates a 6,000-square-foot conference center with six meeting rooms accommodating up to 200 guests and dedicated wedding venues (Teepee Ballroom and Fireside Room) with on-site catering and bar service.

Product overview

Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center is a traditional hospitality resort offering a diverse portfolio of lodging and recreational services. The core offering comprises accommodations in lodge rooms (including accessible options) and cabins (family, couples, premier, pet-friendly, and accessible variants), along with dining at three on-site venues (The Smokehouse restaurant, Johnny Appleseed Lounge, and seasonal The Outback Shack). Recreation facilities include an 18-hole championship golf course, marina with boat rentals, indoor/outdoor pools, a nature center with raptor rehabilitation, and a 27-hole disc golf course. The property also features conference and meeting facilities (6 rooms, 6,000 sq ft) and wedding/event venues (Teepee Ballroom and Fireside Room) accommodating up to 200 guests. Add-on packages and a rewards program enhance the guest experience. The lodge operates as part of the Great Ohio Lodges network under Regency Hotel Management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Great Ohio Lodges: A collection of Ohio State Park lodges operated under a unified brand, including Hueston Woods along with Burr Oak, Deer Creek, Geneva Marina, Hocking Hills, Lake Hope, Maumee Bay, Mohican, Punderson Manor, Salt Fork, and Shawnee.

Products and services

• Lodge Rooms
• Family Cabins
• Couples Cabins
• Premier Cabins
• Pet-Friendly Cabins
• Accessible Rooms and Cabins
• The Smokehouse Restaurant
• Johnny Appleseed Lounge
• The Outback Shack
• 18-Hole Championship Golf Course
• Marina and Boat Rentals
• Conference and Meeting Facilities
• Wedding and Event Venues
• Indoor and Outdoor Pools
• Hueston Woods Nature Center
• Disc Golf Course

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,000 acres of outdoor recreation accessible to guests
• +3 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• U.S. Hotel & Resort ManagementcoreOthersThe property is operated and managed by U.S. Hotel & Resort Management, Inc. in partnership with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. U.S. Hotel & Resort Management assesses a 3% beautification fee on all purchases, with funds designated for continual improvement of lodge, cabin accommodations, and recreation amenities.
• Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState government partner that owns and oversees Hueston Woods State Park. ODNR collaborates on park operations, maintains natural resources (3,000 acres), and partners on beautification fee funding for lodge and recreation improvements.
• Great Ohio LodgescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork of 11 Ohio state park lodges providing cross-promotional marketing, centralized reservations through shared Synxis platform, and Ohio State Park Gift Card acceptance valid at all member properties including Hueston Woods, Burr Oak, Deer Creek, Hocking Hills, Lake Hope, Maumee Bay, Mohican, Salt Fork, Shawnee, Punderson, and Geneva Marina.
• Touchstone EnergyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Thunder Sunday celebrations at the lodge. Touchstone Energy co-sponsors events with Hueston Woods Lodge, Butler Rural, US Hotel & Resort Management, and the Visitors Bureau of the Hueston Woods Region.
• Butler RuralminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Thunder Sunday celebrations. Butler Rural co-sponsors events at the lodge along with Touchstone Energy, US Hotel & Resort Management, and the Visitors Bureau of the Hueston Woods Region.
• Hueston Woods Region Visitors BureauminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional tourism partner promoting Hueston Woods area attractions and events. Collaborates on event sponsorship including Thunder Sunday and promotes 3,000-acre park as regional adventure destination.
• Preble County Convention & Visitors BureauminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCounty-level tourism organization promoting Preble County attractions including eight historical covered bridges, agricultural heritage, and local events near Hueston Woods.
• Oxford, OhiominorOthersAdjacent college town home to Miami University. Partnership for local events calendar and community activities. Oxford offers shops, dining, and cultural attractions for lodge guests.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Kalahari Resorts & Conventions (Sandusky, OH): Large Ohio-based resort and convention center featuring indoor water park, meeting/event space, and lodging. Operates in adjacent competitive set within Ohio for group, family, and wedding bookings.
• Boyne Mountain Resort (Michigan): Multi-season Midwest resort with conference/event venues, golf, lodging, and outdoor recreation. Comparable as a destination resort business model serving leisure and group segments.
• French Lick Resort (Indiana): Large Midwest destination resort with conference facilities, golf, dining, and wellness amenities. A scaled benchmark for a state-park-adjacent, event-capable resort offering.

Direct peers

• Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center: Great Ohio Lodges property situated at Maumee Bay State Park near Lake Erie. Provides lodge rooms, conference facilities, dining, and recreation under the same management, serving as a near-direct peer for benchmarking.
• Mohican Lodge & Conference Center: A fellow Great Ohio Lodges property located within Mohican State Park. Operates lodging cabins/rooms, conference facilities, dining, and recreation including golf and pool. Direct sister property under the same management group and network.
• Mohican State Park (ODNR-operated cabins): Ohio Department of Natural Resources-operated state park lodging (cabins and campgrounds) that compete for nature-seeking travelers in Ohio, often at lower price points within the same parks.
• Salt Fork Lodge & Conference Center: Great Ohio Lodges property at Salt Fork State Park offering rooms, cabins, conference facilities, dining, golf, and marina. Comparable resort-conference business model within the same network.
• Hocking Hills State Park Lodge & Conference Center: Another Great Ohio Lodges property, similarly positioned within an Ohio state park with conference facilities, dining, cabins, and outdoor recreation. Most directly comparable in mission, scale, and customer mix to Hueston Woods.

Regional players

• Lake Cumberland State Resort Park (Kentucky): Kentucky state park lodge providing lodge rooms, dining, conference facilities, golf, and marina on Lake Cumberland. Highly comparable state-park resort concept serving neighboring regional travel demand.
• Cedar Point's Hotel Breakers: Resort hotel on Lake Erie owned by Cedar Fair, offering family leisure lodging, dining, and recreation pools. Competes regionally in Ohio for family/vacation travel demand.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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