Welcome to The Springs Motel


		3601 U.S. 68 (on the south end of town) Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387 937-767-8700 info@thespringsmotel.com N39' 47.147 W 083' 54.171

>>>>> Locally owned and operated since 2002 <<<<< Welcome

Skip all this and just show me the rates!

It's time for a kind word of warning... Both the B&B and my little motel often times operate with no one "at the helm". These are one person operations and often times you will find the owners out and about, shopping, visiting family or friends, etc. Be prepared to check yourself in when you arrive. I have special ways for you to check in when there is no one home so please don't be offended when you get here. At night, I put out the breakfast, set the coffee maker on auto-pilot, count the sheep and head off to blissful slumber. Again, check yourself in make yourself at home (and be very, very quiet... the other guests will thank you!). You will find most of the town is this same way... but I still have a camera in the lobby...

What makes a cheap motel a great motel? It's difficult to price the motel correctly... if you are from a big city or from the east or west coast, a motel for $59 must be a dump. If you are from the midwest or suburbia, USA then $59 sounds kinda high (after all, you can get a Super 8 for less than that!). The point here is that you get a cute little room (about 12' x 14'), filled with amenities in a beautiful country setting and close to our little downtown (about a mile and a half). My challenge is to get people to stop in and see the place. Too often these little gems have become run down or worse. Not here! It's cheap because I'm comfortable with that concept, I've been in the travel business for about 15 years and since I love a bargain, I love giving a bargain. If you want a pool, 24 hour desk service, etc. hmmm... best go someplace else. My brother at the travel agency can help you. 1-800-We-Go-Far

As of Sept. 14th, 2007 we now have cable TV! It only took five years (I hate to act too impulsively!).

As of Nov. 27th, 2007 room #4 has a Select Comfort Sleep by Number bed!

Antioch Graduation '08... I will have a four night minimum stay that weekend to accommodate as many of the yoga and longer stay guests as possible. For information about Antioch, please go to www.ysnews.com and read all about it. As you can imagine, I have had to talk about Antioch and it's future with about 500 guests this year so forgive my kinda "blah" attitude. I do care and I am interested but I'm feeling like a broken record.

Get on a waitlist if you don't see a date that fit's into your life journey to Yellow Springs (come on, you know what I'm talking about or you wouldn't be thinking of coming here!). I don't take your credit card unless/until the room becomes available so there's nothing to lose.

Rent the entire motel! In the past year I have hosted family reunions and a few wedding groups. It's a great deal and more fun when the whole place is yours. Put the party poopers in rooms #1-3 (the smaller rooms) and keep the all nighters close to the commons area...


Rent the entire motel for only $549* plus taxes. That's right, your own personal 12 bedroom/12 bath chateau in the country for just you and your friends/family. Call 937-767-8700 for a brochure. (*2008 price)

There is a small fridge in the lobby on the honor system for sodas and snacks... honor system, ok? No, really, put the 50 cents in the jar. Thanks! There is also a small microwave in the lobby to warm up your leftovers but don't use it while I'm brewing coffee or the office fuse will blow... no, I don't want to talk about it...

Going to see a show at Peach's? Please, please, please check in BEFORE you go to the show. I can't stay up until 1am and raise a young child and keep a good temperment. This doesn't mean I won't welcome you with open arms if you check in late... it just means that I'll probably have bad breath and B.O... credit cards are required for walk-in guests. Also, if you stay up late, please head for the gazebo or fire circle... it's impolite to park yourself outside the rooms for late night conversation. (thanks!)

Go to the bottom of the page for a room-by-room chart with my amazingly low rates for each room. Remember, you'll also get my famous continental "breakfast basket" and a "Clean & Cozy" room!

Want to compare the Springs Motel and the B&B in town? I'll try to keep it fair... click here

This is what I have done from 2002 to present (I'll just keep adding items):

Wireless Internet    Select Comfort bed (room #4) Cable TV    All non-smoking rooms!
Hairdryers     Larger plush towels     Upgraded bed linens     New fluffy pillows     Better porch lights
Phones    Brighter rooms      New drapes     Improved lighting     New night stands     Clock radios
Breakfast baskets     Aroma therapy soaps/shampoo     Full length Mirrors     New shower heads!
Tiled windowsills     Hot water recirculator     Split rail fence     Makeup removal towels
Fire circle    Screened gazebo    Two-person canopy swing    Bathroom Fans    Dressers    Honor-system snacks
Cards are in your nightstand and games are available at the office.

Check Availability & Make a Reservation!
Remember to reserve quickly because I only have 12 rooms!


	Most rooms have either one queen bed or one double bed with a twin. Room #4 is the largest room with a Select Comfort queen bed. Breakfast baskets are available in the lobby each day until about 10am Cable TV in all rooms Sorry... no swimming pool. Microwave is in the lobby. All non-smoking


Check Availability & Make a Reservation! Email Affordable Rates Non-Smoking Rooms Cable TV Continental "Breakfast Basket" Weekly Discounts All Major Credit Cards Picnic Table Gazebo Beautiful country setting! For more information about Yellow Springs call the Chamber of Commerce. 937-767-2686 or on the Web: www.yellowspringsohio.org I am very sorry but the hotel was built in the 50's and there are no handicapped rooms. Please leave your pets at home, they would not be happy here. I have a few exceptions for dogs but NO CATS please. Sometimes when you call you will get the voice mail. I'm not trying to avoid you... anytime I can get some good weather, I'm outside sprucing up the place. Please leave a message and I'll call you back right away. Rent the whole motel for only $549* per night + tax. This INCLUDES your breakfast baskets, 24 cans of soda, snack bags and more. Perfect for family reunions, weddings, small gatherings. Call 937-767-8700 for more information and date restrictions. 2 night minimum on weekends and holidays. (*2008 price!)


Welcome! We hope you enjoy your stay with us. We offer small cozy rooms in a classic "by-ways" type motel. We are located on the very edge of the scenic village of Yellow Springs, just 1.5 miles south of downtown. As of 11/1/06 all rooms are non-smoking! Enjoy a picnic in our screened gazebo, ride the bike trails, hike the waterfalls and springs or just enjoy a day in town shopping. We will try to make your stay fun and enjoyable. Remember, Yellow Springs is not for everyone. It's a bit "retro". The shops are not filled with your typical touristic junk. This is a community of artisans; both in food and art.

Make your reservations well in advance! We have only 12 rooms and the many festivals and activities in town cause us to fill up quickly. If you are planning to dine at the Winds Cafe, let me know. You will want a reservation.
And now a message from my evil twin: * Alert - my 2 day advance cancellation policy is very strict! If you do not cancel at least two days in advance your credit card will be charged. Holding more than one room? Then it's 7 days in advance! Please don't give me your credit card unless you are fully aware of this policy. *
Activities nearby: Extensive Bikeways Glen Helen Nature Preserve John Bryan State Park Historic Downtown with fine and casual dining Clifton Mill Clifton Antique Shops Clifton Gorge State Park Skate Park Not too far from USAF museum Dollar General is just down the street
Need more info? www.ysnews.com - our local newspaper online www.ystravel.com - car rentals or alternate area hotels www.windscafe.com - top 10 restaurant in the Dayton area www.peachsgrill.com - multitude of beers on tap & great food www.youngsdairy.com- family fun, animals, ice cream, mini golf, battng cages www.cliftonmill.com - working water power grist mill, restaurant, more www.littleart.com - specializes in foreign and art films
Major Industries: Yellow Springs Instrument Co. (next door) Morris Bean The Antioch Company Vernay Labs
Universities & Colleges: Antioch (1.2 miles) Wright State Central State Wilberforce Wittenberg Cedarville Clark State Most of these are 15 to 20 minutes away
Festivals: Street Fair - Second Saturday in June and October Blue Jacket - All summer Book Fair - First Saturday in August Art on the Lawn - Second Saturday in August AACW Blues Fest - Usually second weekend in Sept. Holiday in the Village & the Nature Arts and Crafts Show - Saturday & Sunday before Thanksgiving There are many others not listed here... go to the bottom of the page.


The Springs Motel is located at 3601 U.S. 68 (Xenia Ave.), 1.5 miles south of downtown Yellow Springs.

Enjoy your "breakfast baskets"! It's a great way to have an a.m. snack before going out on you hikes, bike rides or just hanging out downtown. But please, let me keep the basket and bandana...

My "clean & cozy" rooms are quite affordable. No, not the cheapest thing in the area but certainly the best! With all the money you save staying here you can leave a little $omething for my cleaning crew...hint, hint. Starting April 1, 2007 - small rooms: $49, standard rooms: $59, Largest room: $69 (Select Comfort Sleep by Number queen bed), whole motel: $549 (two night min. on weekends/events) These rates INCLUDE a breakfast basket for each guest. Check in time is 3:00pm (call if you need to check in earlier) Check out time is 11:00am (late check out, if available, $20 until 1pm or $30 until 5pm - must arrange in advance) Quiet time starts at 10:00pm - Please respect the needs of others for a good night sleep - the gazebo is best when late All rooms are NON SMOKING rooms - I trust your ability to respect mine and other's needs I know if you sneak your dog into a room because my dog will sit outside your door and whine! Please note: I am NOT trying to be the cheapest motel in the area (just the best)! Heading north on the bikeway? The entrance to town is marked by a large iron and wood bridge you will pass under. After about 500 feet, look for the (horse) riding center. After about another 500 feet look for Allen St. (it only goes left). Sorry, it's uphill. Take this road until it ends on Xenia Ave. (Rt. 68), turn left and go for about 3 blocks. The motel is on the right shortly past the Dollar General store. If you stay on the bike trail for about another 1/2 mile (instead of turning left onto Allen St.), you can visit the downtown area first. From the Dayton airport. Take I-70 east to I-675 south. Take the Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd. exit (#20) Turn right at the light and go about 6 miles until the road dead-ends into Xenia Ave. (Rt. 68). Go right for 1 1/2 miles. When you get to the car wash, slow down. Look, to your right... It's the motel! This is the easy way to the motel... not necessarily the fastest, but this way you will get to drive through the village. Directionally impaired? Take I-70 all the way to Rt. 68 (exit 52A) and head south for about 8 1/2 miles. From the Columbus airport. Take I-70 west to Rt. 68, exit 52A (just past Springfield). Go south about 7 miles. Once in downtown Y.S. go another 1 1/2 mile. We're on the right. From Cincinnati**. Take I-75 north to I-675. At the Dayton-Yellow Springs Rd. exit (#20) turn right at the light. See "from the Dayton airport" for the rest of the directions.


This is the events calendar as I know of... Unless noted, regular prices apply. Dates/events are subject to change or cancellation by the event coordinater (I'm just the messenger).


2008	Call now if you are going to rent the whole motel! 937-767-8700	Whole motel rentals are also subject to minimum stays
3rd Friday every month	Friday Fling in Yellow Springs	Shops stay open late usually some other events
April 26 - 30th 2008	Yoga! Judith Lasater is alive and well!	4 night minimum
May 3	Cedarville/Central State/Wilberforce graduation	2 night minimum (Fri/Sat or Sat/Sun)
May 16 - 18	Hamvention at Hara Arena	no minimum
June 14th	Street Fair	2 night minimum (Thurs/Fri or Fri/Sat or Sat/Sun)
Independence Day	4th is on a Friday this year	2 night minimum
July 12 to 19	Antioch Writer's Workshop	6 night minimum
July 24 to 26	Private event (whole motel rented)	Get on the waitlist just in case event is canceled
July 27 - Aug 2	Greene Co. Fair	no minimum
July 17 - 20	Greene Trails Cycling Classic in Xenia	no minimum
July 19 - 20	Dayton Air Show in Vandalia	no minimum
August 2 (?)	Ph.D. residency	6 night minimum
August 16 and 17	Sweet Corn Festival in Fairborn	no minimum
August 30 - Sept 1	Cedarfest in Cedarville	2 night minimum due to Labor Day
Sept 5 and 6	Yoga!	2 night minimum
Sept 12 - 13	Blues Festival!	2 night minimum
Sept 19-21	Wool Gathering	2 night minimum
October 11	Street Fair!	2 night minimum
October 24 - 26 (?)	Peak Oil Conference	3 night minimum
Weekends after Thanksgiving	Holiday in the Village (shop 'til you drop!)	$10 room discount with receipt from Yellow Springs merchant on same day only.
Nov 28 to January 1, 2009	Clifton Mill lights	Do NOT miss this display of 3.5 million lights
Be sure to call and get on a waitlist for sold out weekends! There are often last minute cancellations. 937-767-8700


Compair the Springs Motel and the B & B	Springs Motel - $49+	B & B - $95+
Private Bathrooms	X	X
Veeery clean rooms!	X	X
Cooked to order breakfast	.	X
Continental breakfast basket (muffins/juice/fruit/coffee/tea)	X	.
In room phones w/ dataport	X	.
WiFi	X	X
Small playground / basketball hoop / fire circle / gazebo / canopy swing	X	.
Public playground	.	X
Downtown	.	X
Country setting (1.5 miles to downtown)	X	.
TV	Cable TV	.
Eat in rooms / pizza delivery	X	.
All non-smoking inside building/rooms	X	X
Hairdryers	X	.X
Commons or public area	.	X
Owners often out shopping or having some fun!	X	X
Well, you get the idea, we are both wonderful but offer different styles of accommodations. Was this chart unbiased? If not, tell me why and I'll fix it!


Room by room descriptions - All rooms have a small fridge, a/c, small desk, cable TV, phone with dataport, clock radio, hairdryer with nightlight and more! Want to see pictures? Click the "Check Availability..." link below
#1 / $49	Small room - Double bed, single loveseat/futon, small dogs ok (but any barking will banish them to the car!)
#2 / $49	Small room - Double bed, single loveseat/futon
#3 / $49	Small room - Double & Twin beds
#4 / $69	Largest room - Select Comfort sleep-by-number queen pillow-topped bed, two comfy chairs in a "sitting area", iHome clock radio
#5 / $59	Queen bed, comfy chair
#6 / $59	Queen bed & single loveseat/futon (best for younger kids under 12)
#7 / $59	Queen bed, comfy chair
#8 / $59	Double & Twin bed, wood paneling (like a cabin but it's not dark or gloomy!)
#9 / $59	Queen bed, comfy reclining chair (my current favorite room)
#10 / $59	Double & Twin
#11 / $59	Queen bed, comfy reclining chair
#12 / $59	Double & Twin
Rates starting 4/1/07 You are welcome to request a specific room but if I need to move you to a similar room for some reason, please don't get upset. Ready to Check Availability, See Pictures of the Rooms or Make a Reservation?