Packing for a bed & breakfast getaway looks a little different than packing for a typical hotel stay. At The Timbrook, many of the comforts are already waiting for you, which means less time stressing over what to pack and more time getting excited for your trip. So, before you zip up your travel bag, here are a few packing tips we’ve put together to help you save luggage space and make the most of your trip in Columbus.
Pack Light: The Timbrook Has the Essentials Covered
One of the best parts about staying at a bed & breakfast? You don’t have to pack for every possible scenario. At The Timbrook, we’ve already taken care of many of the everyday items that take up valuable luggage space. Each suite includes fresh towels, hand soap, and essential toiletries, so your travel bag can stay a little lighter. Instead of overpacking just to get home, you didn’t use half the items in your luggage; focus on the personal items you use every day, and leave room for the local items you pick up while exploring small businesses in Columbus.
Bring Comfortable Clothes for Exploring Columbus
Columbus is a city made for exploring, which is why we suggest packing comfortable clothes and a pair of shoes you’ll actually want to walk in (trust us, your feet will thank you). It’s easy to find yourself strolling through charming neighborhoods like Worthington, Franklinton, and the Short North. Each of these cities (and others in Columbus) makes it easy to pop into local shops, grab coffee, check out galleries, or enjoy a bite to eat at hidden foodie gems like The Whitney House. If time allows, we also suggest trying out a local studio to get some movement. There are seriously so many little gems waiting to be discovered around the 614. After all, exploring is kind of what we do best.
Don’t Forget Your Favorite Beauty Items
We all have those beauty items we refuse to travel without: the vitamin C skincare that makes us feel refreshed, the hair products we’d never leave home without, or those little extras that turn a normal morning into a mini self-care moment (hello, cooling under-eye masks). And yes, The Timbrook takes care of the basics with toiletries and essentials in your bathroom, but don’t forget the personal items that are part of your everyday routine and make you feel like asking Siri to cue up your walk-in song, Unstoppable by Sia. Toss those favorites into your travel bag or packing cubes. And if you forget something? Oasis Face Bar or Woodhouse Day Spa might just have what you need.
Leave Room in Your Luggage for Local Loves
Our biggest packing tip? Leave a little extra room in your suitcase. Columbus has a way of tempting you with one-of-a-kind finds, whether it’s a cozy sweater from Evolverie in Worthington or something special from Ladybird or Samson Men’s Emporium in the Short North, or a piece of art from the Columbus Museum of Art or Short North’s Art Galleries. Because let’s be honest, the best items to buy on a getaway are the ones you can actually show off once you get home.
Pack a Few Things That Help You Slow Down
Not every vacation needs to be filled from sunrise to sunset. Sometimes the best part of a bed & breakfast stay is having nowhere you need to be. Bring along a few things that make slowing down easier: a favorite book to read in the Nui Hut, a Five Minute Journal to capture thoughts over your morning coffee in the Cozy Commons, or a saved podcast episode for a relaxing afternoon at Leilani’s Lagoon or Puna Pond. Whether you spend your day exploring Columbus or never leave the inn, creating space to simply relax is part of the experience.
Don’t Worry About Breakfast: We’ve Got That Covered
Luckily, breakfast food is one thing you can cross off your packing list. At The Timbrook, your morning meal is included with your stay and made fresh each day using locally sourced ingredients. And here’s a fun insider tip: some of the eggs on your plate may just come from the guesthouse’s own hens, who are the stars behind favorites like seasonal frittatas and Jill’s Egg Roulade. And be sure to grab another cup of coffee, too — refills are always encouraged.
Ready to Pack Your Bags?
Packing for a bed & breakfast getaway doesn’t have to be complicated. Bring the things you love, skip the extras you won’t use, and leave a little room in your bag for all the Columbus finds you’ll discover along the way.
With breakfast ready each morning, cozy spaces to unwind, and plenty to explore nearby, The Timbrook makes it easy to settle in and enjoy your stay.