Gambier, OH

As part of our 365 Things To Do in Knox County Ohio we visited Gambier, Ohio and Kenyon College to see a restored train in Knox County Ohio.  This steam engine is an "American Locomotive Company" train that was restored for the Kokosing Gap Trail Bike and Walking Path. The Kokosing Gap Trail is one of Ohio's most successful rails to trails.  

Be sure to check out check out our featured blog which includes a short 2 minute video: Gambier Ohio Train

Quality living abounds in The Village of Gambier, Ohio, home of Kenyon College. Gambier is home to nearly 2,000 residents, 300 households, all within 0.9 square miles. A walkable community that strives toward sustainability, The Village of Gambier, Knox County, Ohio has implemented forward-looking programs and amenities such as a community recycling program and a dog park, located near the 14 mile long Kokosing Gap Trail.

Famed Middle Path in the heart of the village offers residents and visitors The Kenyon Bookstore, offering a wide array of books, gifts and college wares. Middle Ground Cafe (amazing coffee and tea!), The Village Inn (nice variety of draft imports and resonably priced gourmet fare and live music on Sat nights). The Gambier Deli, The Gambier Grill and The Weathervane (eclectic women's wear) are some of my favorite places to visit on a lazy Saturday afternoon.

Kenyon College, a private liberal arts college, was founded in 1824. Kenyon is the oldest private institution of higher education in Ohio. Residents of The Village of Gambier are welcome to use the state-of-art facilities of the Kenyon Athletic Center. The new facility opened in 2006 and also features an arena, indoor tennis courts, indoor track, a recreational gym, dance/yoga/aerobic rooms, a 120-seat theatre for game film review and video analysis, racquetball and squash courts, as well as conference rooms, offices, and a cafe (serving sushi!).

Wiggin Street Elementary School, located in the heart of the Village, enjoys a symbiotic relationship with the college's student body through volunteerism and program support. The Bolton Theater and the Hill Theater offer the community a wide array of entertainment offered through Kenyon's Dance & Drama Department.

A strong sense of community is found within the village. Indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities and a wide array of cultural amenities make The Village of Gambier one of the most desireable and liveable communities in Ohio. Oh, did I mention the scenic Kokosing River runs along the Kenyon College property? Canoeing, fishing, kayaking abound!

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Sibley Poland of the Sam Miller Team of RE/MAX Stars Realty

For more details on this Gambier, Ohio and Kenyon College area home visit 19144 Porter Road

Sam Miller | RE/MAX Stars Realty | (740) 397-7800 19144 Porter Road, Gambier, OH Gambier / Kenyon College Country Location with Acreage 4BR/3BA Single Family House offered at $250,000 Year Built 1970 Sq Footage 2,350 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial Floors 2 Parking 3 Car garage Lot Size 8 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Near Kenyon College on a gorgeous 8 acre setting with amazing views from high on top of a spectacular hilltop setting, nicely updated and features a soft contemporary feeling with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, a large and inviting entry foyer, spacious living room with a corner fireplace, gorgeous maple cabinet filled kitchen with granite top center island, adjoining dining area and attractive breakfast bar, fantastic lower level family room, 3-car garage/workshop with paved drive, private tennis court, beautifully manicured grounds & landscaping, private setting with an expansive view of the valley below, this is an amazing property! see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace - Family room - Living room - Bonus/Rec room - Breakfast nook - Dishwasher - Stove/Oven - Granite countertop - Basement - Laundry area - inside - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES - 8 Acres of Land - Private Setting - Hilltop View of Valley ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Countryside View Entrance from Porter Road Rear View of Home Tennis Court Side of 3 Car Garage Garage / Workshop Garden Space Family Room Deluxe Custom Kitchen Amazing Kitchen Cabinetry Open To The Dining Granite Top Center Island Open to the Living Room Living Room Alternative View Office / Bedroom Master Bedroom Another Large Bedroom Contact info: Sam Miller RE/MAX Stars Realty (740) 397-7800 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Feb 15, 2010, 12:40pm PST

Call Sam Miller of REMAX Stars Realty (740) 397-7800  SamMiller.com