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Welcome to The Village at Winona, a thriving shopping, dining, and relaxation destination on the shores of beautiful Winona Lake. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Village is home to boutiques, emporiums, and eateries. You'll find a delightful array of quaint little shops with their own unique selections to choose from as well as a variety of dining options to satisfy a variety of tastes. The Village also hosts numerous cultural festivals and entertainment events throughout the year. Check out our Calendar of Events for a schedule of concerts, performances, and festivals. Come for a day of shopping, dining and fun. See you soon!
Before we get started, let me explain the many ways you can experience the virtual Village:
- You can click on the front facing arrow to start walking around
- You can jump to the next stop by clicking on the "Next" button
- Now, if you already know where you want to go, you can select any location by using the list or by clicking directly on the map
- Lastly, remember that you can explore any particular location in more detail by clicking on the 360, photos, or video icons.
BoatHouse Restaurant
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Welcome to the BoatHouse Restaurant; a premier restaurant featuring award-winning food in an upscale casual setting. The BoatHouse showcases an exquisite view of Winona Lake, including amazing sunsets, and offers lake-side dining year round. When in season, the outdoor seating gives an unparalleled dining experience. Offering an extensive menu including Steaks, Seafood, Ribs, Chops, Pasta, & Gourmet Sandwiches, the Boathouse fare is sure to please even the most discriminating guests. They offer a full bar including beer and wine to complement any of their signature dishes. And don't forget to look at their delectable dessert menu to top it off.
Winona Mercantile trail
Winona Mercantile
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Visit Winona Mercantile and return to an era when shopkeepers took pride in the quality of their wares and knew their customers by name.
Friendly, personal service and creative displays create a special ambience at Winona Mercantile. Browse among a delightful selection of quality gifts, collectibles, novelties and apparel. Whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for a gift for someone special, you'll find that perfect something here.
Winona Mercantile offers unique items such as DeBrand and South Bend Chocolates, Baggalini Bags, WoodWick and Warm Glow Candles, Lakegirl Apparel, Caldrea, Burts Bees, e-Cloth chemical-free cleaning products, Polish Pottery, jewelry, specialty teas, quality toys, and much more!
The Lake House trail
The Lake House
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The Lake House is Winona's premier surf shop, water sports store, and marina. They exist to provide customers a place to shop, gather, and learn about lake life. The Lake House specializes in apparel and accessories from brands such as Volcom, Billabong, The North Face, Sanuk, and many more. They are also the go-to spot for shades, surfers, swimwear, and skateboards. Want to hit the lake? They offer hourly paddleboard, kayak, and pontoon rentals 7 days a week throughout the summer months and accept reservations for large groups.
SACS & Co. trail
SACS & Co.
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SACS & Company, a local, natural bath and body company, believes in caring and showing respect for the world we live in. From the products created in traditional style by hand, to giving back to the community, SACS & Company strives to show responsibility for the people and the environment. Each ingredient is carefully chosen for the best experience and many ingredients are locally grown. Every product is designed to be gentle, natural, and luxurious. Naturally inspired and designed, the handcrafted products deliver body care that is good for the skin.
Authentic. Experience the difference.
Luxe Studio & Boutique trail
Luxe Studio & Boutique
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Luxe Studio & Boutique offers contemporary hairstyling in a luxurious setting with a focus on the finest in hair care products and services. And once you have that perfect hairstyle, it's time to pair it in the Luxe Boutique where they offer high quality women's apparel, accessories, and jewelry at affordable prices. Items come in weekly and they never bring in the same piece twice, so no matter how often you visit, there's always something new to catch your eye. It also ensures no one else in town will have your unique style! Stop in today – there's something for everyone from 19-90!
The Beaded Peacock trail
The Beaded Peacock
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The Beaded Peacock is a bead shop, but it's also so much more. You'll find handmade jewelry, fine art, and many other wares from artisans here in Indiana and across the Midwest.
Beyond just a retail store, you'll find a haven where you can explore your creativity in making your own beaded wear and jewelry items. Join the Beaded Peacock for a jewelry-making class, an afternoon of beading, a girls' night out, bridal shower, or a child's birthday party. From custom jewelry orders to minor repairs, their knowledgeable staff can help you with all of your beading needs and jewelry questions, no matter what your skill level or interest.
The Speckled Fawn trail
The Speckled Fawn
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The Speckled Fawn is the place to pamper precious little ones. Specializing in uniquely inspired children's clothing size newborn to 7 years, these are brands you are sure to love. Owners Devan and Ryan Sands are passionate about selecting only brands they dress their own little ones in. The best part, you don't have to shop online for brands like Bailey's Blossoms and Milk Snobs; guessing at sizing and fabrics. Experience them first hand at the Speckled Fawn. But, you'll find more than fashionable clothing. The Speckled Fawn carries a large variety of unique and hard to find gifts and accessories as well, such as wraps, nursing covers, toys, shoes, blankets, and special occasion items. You can also follow them on Facebook or Instagram through @shopthespeckledfawn.
The Mucky Duck trail
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At The Mucky Duck, it's truly a family affair with sisters Melanie and Angela and mother Carole. They have a passion for all things home décor, so they've taken the challenge out of finding that perfect "something". Whether it's that unique gift for someone special or you're looking for your own cherished little treasure, you've come to the perfect place. The Mucky Duck is overflowing with home accents, wedding and bridal gifts, original local artwork, lighting, jewelry, accent rugs, men's items, and much more. With brands such as Mud Pie, Voluspa Candles, Sea Grove Pottery, and Spartina, The Mucky Duck is sure to please. You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram at the mucky duck in the village.
The Mucky Duck
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At The Mucky Duck, it's truly a family affair with sisters Melanie and Angela and mother Carole. They have a passion for all things home décor, so they've taken the challenge out of finding that perfect "something". Whether it's that unique gift for someone special or you're looking for your own cherished little treasure, you've come to the perfect place. The Mucky Duck is overflowing with home accents, wedding and bridal gifts, original local artwork, lighting, jewelry, accent rugs, men's items, and much more. With brands such as Mud Pie, Voluspa Candles, Sea Grove Pottery, and Spartina, The Mucky Duck is sure to please. You can also follow them on Facebook and Instagram at the mucky duck in the village.
Spice Merchants trail
Spice Merchants
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Look for a natural, healthy way to change your cooking at Spice Merchants. Only pure, fresh spices and sea salts are blended. Take in amazing smells and taste samples as you explore this charming store.
They carry everything to 'spice' up your meals. Try a flavored sea salt, pepper, rice, or quinoa. Gluten-free soups, chowders, and risotto mixes are in the grain room. When baking, try a flavored sugar, vanilla, or chocolate.
Loose leaf tea your passion? Spice Merchants' has over 100 varieties of black, green, white, herbal, and oolong. Sample the 'tea of the day' and browse products such as tea pots, mugs and infusers.
Cooking classes are available.
Trailhouse Village Bicycles trail
Trailhouse Village Bicycles
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Trailhouse Village Bicycles exists to serve cyclists from all walks of life. Whether you live on a saddle or just enjoy getting out for a family stroll, they understand cycling is more than just exercise. Cycling is about friendships, being part of a community, and finding nature. You'll find bikes of every variety from mountain to road to cruisers and even for little tikes, along with a full line of accessories and apparel. With all the paved trails and lakeside views, you'll appreciate their cruiser rentals. And, with over 10 miles of 5-star, single-track, off-road trails, you'll quickly come to love our top-notch bike repair service as well.
The Olive Branch trail
The Olive Branch
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The Olive Branch has a variety of fine extra virgin olive oils & aged balsamic vinegars with unique flavors and blends. The olive oils are all extra virgin, first cold pressed, unrefined, and imported from the world over to provide the freshest oils possible. Their balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy are aged 12 to 18 years. The Olive Branch encourages you to sample products before buying.
Shop quality selections of related products such as handmade pastas, cruets, weighted spouts, bread dipping seasonings, dipping dishes, Italian relishes, and salads, Wind & Willow and Robert Rothschild products, gift baskets, and gift certificates. The Olive Branch - Where Health & Good Taste Come Together.
Rocket Fizz trail
Rocket Fizz
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Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shop will make you feel like a kid in a candy store – literally. Rocket Fizz is a one-stop shop for your sweet tooth. There are thousands of soda pops and candies from all over America, and beyond. Try new flavors or indulge in old familiar favorites. Their ginormous selection of taffy will launch you back in time to when you were a kid—and if you're still a kid, welcome to your dream come true. Rocket Fizz is a mix of fun and nostalgia. More than just yummy treats, they also have hundreds of retro and gag gifts, posters, and tin signs too.
The Green Earth trail
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Green Earth Multisport is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles by connecting people to nature through the love of walking, running, biking, and swimming. Races aren't won at the finish line. They're won the moment you decide to be the best competitor you can be.
Whether you walk, run, ride, or swim, they have the gear to get you there, including specialized running shoes, apparel, and gear from top brands like Brooks, Saucony, Mizuno, Salomon, SmartWool, TYR, and Zoot. Green Earth offers gait analysis and expertise to help ensure you find the best shoes and gear for your needs.
Come visit and become a part of the Green Earth Multisport community.
Green Earth Multisport
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Green Earth Multisport is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles by connecting people to nature through the love of walking, running, biking, and swimming. Races aren't won at the finish line. They're won the moment you decide to be the best competitor you can be.
Whether you walk, run, ride, or swim, they have the gear to get you there, including specialized running shoes, apparel, and gear from top brands like Brooks, Saucony, Mizuno, Salomon, SmartWool, TYR, and Zoot. Green Earth offers gait analysis and expertise to help ensure you find the best shoes and gear for your needs.
Come visit and become a part of the Green Earth Multisport community.
Cerulean trail
Cerulean
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Located along the Winona Lake Canal, Cerulean Restaurant provides a relaxed dining experience designed to bring people together.
Cerulean's globally-inspired menu includes a selection of fresh sushi, Asian-inspired lunch items, and Midwest-modern dinner courses made with the best locally sourced ingredients. Complement your meal with one of their handmade cocktails, craft beers, or a selection from their world-class wine list.
During the summer months visit the outdoor beer garden and enjoy craft beer on draught, summer cocktails, and picnic inspired food.
No matter your taste, Cerulean offers something for everyone to savor.
Light Rail Cafe & Coffee Roaster trail
Light Rail Cafe & Coffee Roaster
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Just steps from the greenway, Light Rail Café & Roaster specializes in serving coffee, pizza, and sandwiches in a relaxed atmosphere. Start your day with a cup of their single-origin house-roasted coffee, paired with a made-from-scratch breakfast treat. You can also grab a bag of coffee to enjoy at home.
During the day, relax on the porch and savor a pizza or sandwich made from local ingredients and served on house-baked breads and crusts. Complement any meal with a craft-beer, tea, coffee drink, or juice. Their Kid's menu makes it easy to bring the whole family.
Be sure to stop by Saturday mornings to check out the week's rotating brunch selection.
Kelaineys Ice Cream and Sandwiches trail
Kelainey’s Ice Cream and Sandwiches
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Stop into the family-owned Kelainey's Ice Cream Shop to experience the pleasures of premium hand-dipped ice cream served in homemade waffle cones and bowls, as well as sundaes, smoothies, and shakes in a multitude of delectable flavors. But, Kelainey's is more than just sweet treats! They have gourmet sandwiches including Grilled Paninis, Reubens, Swiss Melts, and Pork BBQ on a pretzel roll.
Don't forget their signature salads and many other mouth-watering selections. You can also find all of your favorite espresso drinks served hot, blended, or over ice. No matter what you choose, Kelainey's has something for everyone to enjoy. They're your one-stop destination to indulge all your taste buds.
Signature Studio trail
Signature Studio
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The Signature Studio goal is to provide you with personal portraits that are unique and fun along with products that reflect your individual style and flair. The idea is to let your family's true personality, character, and spirit shine through, illuminating sheer beauty and originality. At Signature, they love photos that are real -- photos that evoke emotion and invite you in. Come in for a full studio session, or they can meet you at your favorite location. The perfect photo is just the start. Signature offers a wide array of unique products to fit your individual style, from framed portraits to canvases, mounted stand-alones, and custom coffee table books.
Pottery Bayou trail
Pottery Bayou
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At Pottery Bayou, you're the artist! This paint-your-own-pottery studio allows you to create your own unique masterpieces in a creative, fun atmosphere. Pottery Bayou offers a variety of creative activities including pottery painting, glass fusing, wet clay hand building and wheel throwing. No time to sit in the studio to create your own piece? Consider Pottery to Go or custom artwork done by one of the talented staff.
Come alone or with a group to create personalized treasures. The party room is available for birthday parties, bridal showers, or a gathering of friends.
The Village Barber Shop
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The Village Barber offers contemporary hairstyles from a traditional barbershop where friends gather to visit and chat. A full range of barbering services offered including haircuts and beard trims.
Alleyway Belove trail
Belove
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Located in the Village's only garage shop, Belove is a gift shop offering handcrafted jewelry, pottery, and a curated selection of goods and vintage finds. We are 'A Give Back Gift Shop'; ten percent of every purchase is given to clean water projects, orphan care, or to aid in the fight against human trafficking. In addition to our own locally handcrafted goods, we also carry other brands that have a heart for making a global impact.
The Letterwood Paper Company trail
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Letterwood Paper Company is truly a rare find. Looking for a more personal touch? They are a cheerful greetings and gifts studio specializing in social stationary, wedding invitations, Artwork, jewelry, art prints, scripture cards, and much more. But what truly sets them apart is their one of a kind craftsmanship. Almost everything in the store is crafted in house. Even their stationary and special occasion cards are original artwork designs created on site. For an even more personalized touch, they do hand painted portrait stationary. And all of their products are environment friendly. Want to really show that someone special you care, or even do a little self-indulging, Letterwood Paper Company is the place. You can also follow them on Facebook, Instagram, or website at Letterwood Paper Co.
The Letterwood Paper Company
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Letterwood Paper Company is truly a rare find. Looking for a more personal touch? They are a cheerful greetings and gifts studio specializing in social stationary, wedding invitations, Artwork, jewelry, art prints, scripture cards, and much more. But what truly sets them apart is their one of a kind craftsmanship. Almost everything in the store is crafted in house. Even their stationary and special occasion cards are original artwork designs created on site. For an even more personalized touch, they do hand painted portrait stationary. And all of their products are environment friendly. Want to really show that someone special you care, or even do a little self-indulging, Letterwood Paper Company is the place. You can also follow them on Facebook, Instagram, or website at Letterwood Paper Co.
Chestnut House Bed & Breakfast trail
Chestnut House Bed & Breakfast
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If you're looking for a cozy getaway or executive business suite, you're invited to stay at the Chestnut House Bed and Breakfast. This impressive Princess Anne-style home was built in 1906 and meticulously renovated to create four elegant guest suites. All suites are beautifully furnished and include queen-sized bed, sitting area, private bath with jet tub/shower, cable TV, and Wi-Fi. Appointed with early 20th century style furnishings, the Chestnut House exudes historic beauty. Expect luxury accommodations, including a delicious breakfast. You're within walking distance of shops, restaurants, the park, beach, lake, and walking trails. Relax. It's the only to-do on your list when you stay with the Chestnut House Bed and Breakfast.
The Wagon Wheel Theater trail
The Wagon Wheel Theater
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While not part of the Village, the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts is just a short distance away and an integral part of the culture of the surrounding communities. Home to Symphony of the Lakes, Wagon Wheel Jr., Center Street Community Theatre, and the award-winning Wagon Wheel Theatre, it's best known for Broadway quality, professional plays, and boasts alumni seen on Broadway, television, and film. The Center's mission remains alive and vibrant: Serve the greater community by providing premier arts and cultural experiences that inspire and empower creativity, learning, and achievement for generations to come. Visit the Wagon Wheel for a unique, entertaining experience for the whole family.
Thanks for Visiting The Village at Winona trail
Thanks for Visiting The Village at Winona
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Take the kids for a sweet treat, spend a romantic night out, or shop in a unique, relaxing atmosphere, all at the Village at Winona. While exploring, you may bump into one of over 1,500 students who frequent the Village from Grace College, which is known for its academic innovation.
Come for an hour, an afternoon, or a weekend. You can kayak, bike, paddleboard, shop, grab a latte - or maybe you're looking for a cozy, quiet spot by the lake to spread out your blanket, and do absolutely nothing. No matter how you want to spend your time, The Village at Winona offers a little more "or even a little less" for everyone.
