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Brushwood Lodge

Furnace Run Metro Park

4955 Townsend Rd., Richfield 44286

This rustic lodge, originally constructed as a bathhouse in 1939, is situated amid beautiful green lawns, beech-maple woods and a scenic lake.

Please note: Rentals are limited to one per day on each calendar day.

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Brushwood Lodge
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Coventry Oaks Lodge

Firestone Metro Park

40 Axline Ave., Akron 44319

This stylish and comfortable wheelchair-accessible lodge is surrounded by one of the finest protected wetland areas in Summit County.

Please note: Rentals are limited to one per day on each calendar day.

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Coventry Oaks Lodge
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Details & Amenities

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Central air/heat
  • Ceiling fans
  • Indoor restrooms
  • Kitchen facilities: Refrigerator without freezer, sink, microwave, large coffee urn, and food preparation counters with electrical outlets
  • Two standard grills
  • 15 6-foot round tables (each seats 10) and 10 8-foot rectangular serving tables
  • Includes a projection screen; a podium and microphone are available upon request

Wedding Suite Rental 

A single-room wedding suite is available as an add-on for an additional $50 charge. Capacity is 7. The suite is centrally heated and air conditioned. Restrooms are located inside the Coventry Oaks Lodge lobby. The room features three make-up stations, seating, a garment rack and a full-length mirror.

Capacity & Pricing

  • Rental time frame available: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Capacity: 150 people
  • Summit Co. Resident: $375weekdays, $600 Friday through Sunday
  • Non-Summit Resident: $563 weekdays, $900 Friday through Sunday

Reservation Period

  • Summit Co. Resident: Reservations may be made up to one year in advance (to the day). Cancellation re-use events must also be scheduled one year in advance (to the day).
  • Non-Summit Resident: Reservations may be made up to 10 months in advance (to the day). Cancellation re-use events must also be scheduled one year in advance (to the day).

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Goodyear Heights Lodge – East Room

Goodyear Heights Metro Park

2077 Newton St., Akron 44305

This stylish and comfortable wheelchair-accessible lodge is surrounded by one of the finest protected wetland areas in Summit County.

Please note: Rentals are limited to one per day on each calendar day.

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Goodyear Lodge
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Goodyear Heights Lodge – West Room

Goodyear Heights Metro Park

2077 Newton St., Akron 44305

Please note: Rentals are limited to one per day on each calendar day.
 

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Coventry Oaks Lodge
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HIMELRIGHT Lodge

Cascade Valley Metro Park

1212 Cuyahoga St., Akron 44313

This lodge is a renovated 1800s-era barn situated at the Valley View Area of Cascade Valley Metro Park.

Please note: Rentals are limited to one per day on each calendar day. If you wish to serve alcohol at your event, the reservation must be made at least three months prior to your event date. 

Himelright Lodge
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Details & Amenities

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Ceiling fans and air conditioning
  • Kitchen facilities: refrigerator/freezer, microwave, 100- cup coffee urn (filters not required), food preparation counters, 10 electrical outlets for small cooking appliances, sink 
  • Available tables include 15 6-foot round tables (seats 10 each), two 8-foot rectangular serving tables, four 8-foot rectangular conference tables and two 6-foot rectangular conference tables 
  • 80" flatscreen monitor available upon request. WiFi available
  • Restrooms are located indoors, with public access from outside
  • Outdoor seating available under covered porch on two sides of the barn, with uncovered, lighted seating also available
  • Alcohol permitted with an approved Special Use Permit
  • Outside the lodge, guests can enjoy a "nature play" area (pictured)Himelright Nature Play
 

Wedding Suite Rental 

A wedding suite is available as an add-on for an additional $250 charge. There are two separate rooms; both rooms are included when reserved. Capacity is 15 per room. The suite is centrally heated and air conditioned. Restrooms are located directly next door inside the Himelright Lodge building. The rooms feature make-up stations, seating, garment racks, a changing area and refrigerator.


Capacity & Pricing

  • Rental time frame available: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Capacity: 150 people
  • Summit Co. Resident: $750 weekdays, $1500 Friday through Sunday
  • Non-Summit Resident: $1125 weekdays, $2250 Friday through Sunday

Reservation Period

  • Summit Co./non-Summit County Residents: Reservations (Friday through Sunday ONLY) may be made up to 18 months in advance (to the day). Cancellation re-use events must also be scheduled 18 months in advance (to the day).
  • All other reservations may be made up to one year in advance (to the day). Cancellation re-use events must also be scheduled one year in advance (to the day).

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Mingo Lodge

Sand Run Metro Park

1501 Sand Run Pkwy., Akron 44313

This lodge is a cozy building sheltered by the trees and hills of Sand Run Metro Park.

Please note: Rentals are limited to one per day on each calendar day.

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Mingo Lodge
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Shady Hollow Lodge

Sand Run Metro Park

1750 Sand Run Pkwy., Akron 44313

This newly built lodge has modern rustic charm with impressive views of Sand Run.

Please note: Rentals are limited to one per day on each calendar day.

Shady Hollow Lodge
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