Holly's Handy Guidebook
Neighborhoods
Known for its beautiful homes and wooded lots, Fairlawn Heights is a hillside community with a country feel, yet only minutes from downtown Akron and a multitude of shopping and service conveniences.
The homes of Fairlawn Heights houses range from approximately 3,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet, with most having been built in the 1920s-1930s and again in the late ‘40s and mid-‘60s. The variety of the community’s graceful, attractive architecture set it apart from any other neighborhood in the area. A drive through the streets of Fairlawn Heights reveals Tudor and Georgian revivals, French Norman and Chateaux styles, mixed carefully and thoughtfully with Bauhaus, and large country ranches.
Many of the neighborhood’s most historic-rich and beautiful homes were built by Roy Firestone, one of Akron’s best-known architects and native son.
Fairlawn Heights
Known for its beautiful homes and wooded lots, Fairlawn Heights is a hillside community with a country feel, yet only minutes from downtown Akron and a multitude of shopping and service conveniences.
The homes of Fairlawn Heights houses range from approximately 3,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet, with most having been built in the 1920s-1930s and again in the late ‘40s and mid-‘60s. The variety of the community’s graceful, attractive architecture set it apart from any other neighborhood in the area. A drive through the streets of Fairlawn Heights reveals Tudor and Georgian revivals, French Norman and Chateaux styles, mixed carefully and thoughtfully with Bauhaus, and large country ranches.
Many of the neighborhood’s most historic-rich and beautiful homes were built by Roy Firestone, one of Akron’s best-known architects and native son.
Sightseeing
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
714 N Portage PathCuyahoga Valley National Park
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
1100 E 9th StPro Football Hall of Fame
2121 George Halas Dr NWAkron Zoo
500 Edgewood AveAkron Art Museum
1 S High StGreat place to learn about the history of the Cascade Locks on the Erie and Ohio Canal. Adjacent Hike/Bike trail that runs alongside the Canal.
Cascade Locks Park Association -Mustill Store Museum
57 W North StGreat place to learn about the history of the Cascade Locks on the Erie and Ohio Canal. Adjacent Hike/Bike trail that runs alongside the Canal.
Polar Express
27 Ridge StRuns in Nov and Dec each year. Must purchase tickets in advance.
Food scene
A must experience once in Akron Ohio. Expect to wait:)
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Luigi’s Restaurant
105 N Main StA must experience once in Akron Ohio. Expect to wait:)
Ken Stewart's Grille
1970 W Market StFantastic pizza and indoor/outdoor atmosphere. Walking distance from the house! Bonus!
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Pavona's Pizza Joint
32 Sand Run RdFantastic pizza and indoor/outdoor atmosphere. Walking distance from the house! Bonus!
Romeo's Pizza
2283 W Market StGreat pizza and our daughter works there! Right down the road.
Lock 15 Brewing Company
21 W North StFantastic food, brews and outdoor patio.
Rockne's Restaurants
2914 West Market StreetA fantastic local brewery with outdoor dining right in the heart of downtown.
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Akronym Brewing
58 E Market StA fantastic local brewery with outdoor dining right in the heart of downtown.
THE place to stop for food and drinks before or after taking in The Cuyahoga Valley Park System.
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Winking Lizard Tavern
1615 Main StTHE place to stop for food and drinks before or after taking in The Cuyahoga Valley Park System.
Great breakfast and service! Can accommodate larger groups.
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Akron Family Restaurant
254 W Market StGreat breakfast and service! Can accommodate larger groups.
Shopping
Summit Mall
3265 W Market StHomeGoods
7055 Market Pl DrTarget
2801 W Market StWalking distance from the house!
Allie M Designs Boutique
2299 West Market StreetOne of my favorite places to shop! Walking distance from the house.
Village Discount Outlet
2930 State RdBest thrift store around!
Wine Scene
A quaint wine bar walking distance from the house. Outdoor patio.
750ml Wines Akron
2287 W Market StMusic /Concert Scene
A great place to enjoy music on the lawn with wine.
Blossom Music Center
1145 W Steels Corners RdCleveland Orchestra
11001 Euclid AveTheatre
PlayhouseSquare
1501 Euclid AveA great local theatre just 10min down the road.
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Weathervane Playhouse
1301 Weathervane LnA great local theatre just 10min down the road.
Porthouse Theatre
3143 O'Neil RoadAnother great local outdoor theatre next Blossom Music Center…..just 15min away.