This Dreamy Neighborhood Near Cleveland Will Become Your New Favorite Getaway
By Nikki Rhoades|Published November 11, 2018
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
Life is good in The Land, but things are particularly cozy in the suburbs. In the summer months, these communities are abuzz with friendliness, festivities, and the smell of backyard barbecues. As winter arrives, the landscape becomes covered in snowmen and pretty lights. Each suburb is unique, but this one is particularly so. Armed with small-town appeal and a variety of attractions, this city has captured the heart of Clevelanders.
Welcome to Beachwood, one of Northern Ohio's friendliest communities.
Charm is deeply entrenched in this city of roughly 12,000. With incredible shopping, epic dining opportunities, and gorgeous parks, visitors are always in for a treat.
In the summer, their landscape is enhanced by the Family Aquatic Center.
This charming mini waterpark is open to Beachwood residents, but visitors can swing by if they're accompanied by an area resident. There's no better way to cool off under the summer sun!
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And, of course, the warmer months also bring an abundance of outdoor shopping opportunities.
The North Union Farmers Market and Paradise Flower Market are local favorites, and it's easy to see why. Visitors are treated to all sorts of surprises as they peruse each booth.
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As winter rolls around, the seasonal shift definitely doesn't slow Beachwood down.
Previous winters have included public ice rinks and cozy events like Taste of Beachwood. Local parks become irresistibly beautiful, and adorable homes are transformed by the presence of holiday decor.
Whether or not you personally have Jewish heritage, this fascinating museum is well worth the visit. It's a celebration of diversity, heritage, and the entire American experience, and it is located right in Beachwood.
The area parks are also a must-see on any Beachwood itinerary.
David Berger, you may or may not remember, was an American-born weightlifter that was killed during the terrorist attacks at the 1972 Summer Olympics. Though he and 10 others lost their lives in the tragedy, this gorgeous sculpture ensures their memory remains.
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This charming suburb is one of Greater Cleveland's best-kept secrets, and in just one visit, you'll understand why.
We big-city dwellers sometimes need an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, and it can always be found in suburbs like Beachwood. Which Cleveland ‘burb is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!
