Nestled on the shores of Lake Wawasee in the charming community of Syracuse, Indiana, Oakwood Resort is a perfect gathering place for families, friends, and people needing a relaxing time away. It has a rich history starting in 1893, and its most recent update in 2012 has made The Oakwood Resort the destination for rest, rejuvenation, and celebration!
Relax
Oakwood Resort offers an array of events and experiences to help you relax and unwind. You can catch a lakeside concert or try some peaceful yoga on the lawn. Explore the 27-acre property featuring walking trails, biking paths, and scenic hiking routes. They have a variety of stunning rooms with lake views. If you are bringing the whole family for a getaway, you should look into their four vacation homes to enhance your lake stay.
The resort also features a coffee bar with specialty drinks, a game room, and a cute gift shop. You will also have access to their private beach on Lake Wawasee. Lake Wawasee is the largest natural lake in Indiana and is a popular destination for swimming, fishing, boating, and skiing. The lake was once a vacation spot for the gangster Al Capone. Eli Lilly also had a home on the lake that is now a popular landmark. Catch a ride on the SS Lillypad for a unique lake tour. Wawasee Golf Club is a short drive away for golf enthusiasts.
Eat
The Pier and Back Porch is the resort’s in-house bar and restaurant. It has a charming lake atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating options. The menu boasts some mouthwatering appetizers and entrees like Goat Cheese Bruschetta and Blackened Mahi Mahi with whipped potatoes, broccolini, and mango sauce. It's the perfect spot to grab a drink and watch the sunset over the lake.
Celebrate
The resort has nine unique venues for all sorts of events. Their events team will help curate any event, including weddings, private functions, and business meetings for up to 700 people. They have beautiful wedding locations on the lakeside patio, grand lawn tent and gazebo, or the adorable little white chapel. They also have several conference and board rooms for corporate and business events.
A Serene Hidden Gem
The Oakwood Resort and Lake Wawasee are hidden gems you’ll wanna tell your friends about. Pack a bag and spend the weekend relaxing lakeside and rejuvenating with great food, drinks, and activities. Be sure to check out local happenings before you visit, and if you are looking for a 4th of July activity, the lake puts on a great fireworks show you can watch from the resort beach.
