Here’s your Friday getaway:

patoka lake winery

Where to go: Patoka Lake Winery

Drive time: 3 hours 9 min

This trip is perfect for travelers:

who love wine tasting and weekend escapes.

Sometimes, you just need a quick escape…a fun adventure…a unique experience. Head north to this small winery we discovered on the outskirts of French Lick, Indiana: Patoka Lake Winery.

Patoka Lake Winery is in Indiana.

Here’s what else you need to know:

• Bring your ID or you can’t enter the winery.

• This winery is known for its wine slushies, which are available year round. It sounds crazy, but people rave about them in reviews!

• Here is the list of wines available for tasting.

• They have lodging on site at the winery.

• A popular event at the winery is Yoga Class with a Glass.

• If you can swing a visit Mon-Fri, there are mid-week specials!

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Lodging options include:

1) Winery Suites: are located above the Tasting Room. Each Suite has a king bed, full bath with jacuzzi tub & shower, and granite counter tops. The living room areas feature a fireplace, flat screen satellite TV, WiFi, and a furnished kitchenette with dining table and chairs.

2) Silo Suites: are attached to the Winery...and yes, the rooms are ROUND! The open upstairs bedroom has a king bed, WiFi, and flat screen satellite TV. The full bath has a jacuzzi tub/shower unit. The first floor living area features a fireplace with comfortable seating and a flat screen TV.

Nearby attractions?

• Ski at Paoli Peaks

• Rent a boat at the nearby marina.

• Visit the town of French Lick, Indiana.

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