Local Activities
Mercer County, PA is the perfect place for whatever your getaway needs might be:
- Gourmet and Casual Dining
- World Class Shopping
- One of America’s top-rated golf destinations
- Historical Landmarks
- Scenic Back Roads
- Indulgent Spa Services at Tara or Buhl Mansion
Or just escape from reality for a while because, after all,
“tomorrow is another day”
Sharon, PA (724) 346-3771
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Winner Properties
Buhl Mansion Guesthouse & Spa
For the ultimate experience in pampering, indulge yourself at the Buhl Mansion Spa, located 6 miles from Tara. With over 100 luxurious treatments including the exclusive patented Myoxy-Caviar Timeless facial by Pevonia, myriads of massages, body wraps and beauty treatments, you are sure to find the perfect combination of treatments to bring you peace and relaxation. The most popular is our Romance Package including side-by-side facials, massages, manicures, lunch for 2 and a bottle of champagne.
We recommend adding more relaxation to your time away from home by utilizing the spa prior to checking in at Tara. Arrive at the spa late morning or early afternoon and still be at Tara in time for check-in at 3:00 pm and the famous Afternoon Tea at 4:00 pm.
Tours available by reservation.
Donna's Diner
Sharon, PA (724) 346-7373
Serving good old-fashioned 50's diner food for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
Park Inn by Radisson
West Middlesex, PA (724) 528-2501
Home to Crystal Steakhouse and JW's Other Club, a local nightclub with live entertainment
The Winner
Sharon, PA (724) 346-WINN(9466)
Shop the world's largest off-price fashion store and save 50%-80% off designer merchandise everyday!
Frank & Julia Buhl Legacies
Buhl Farm Park
Sharon, PA (724) 981-5522
Legacy of Frank and Julia Buhl. 300 acres of scenic trees and flowers. Five miles of roads for walking, jogging and biking. Free summer concerts.
Buhl Farm Golf Course
Sharon, PA (724) 962-1943
World's only free golf course, another Frank Buhl perpetual endowment. 2,378 yards long and a par of 34.
World-Class Shopping
Tax-Free shopping on most clothes and shoes in PA!
Daffin's Candy
Sharon, PA (724) 342-2892
The world's largest candy store and home of the Chocolate Kingdom
Kraynak's Easterland & Christmas Lane
Hermitage, PA (724) 347-4511
A holiday world of make-believe with twinkling lights, glittering trees, and a magical array of life-like characters.
Philadelphia Candies
Hermitage, PA (724) 981-6341
Located in the Shenango Valley since 1919, Philadelphia Candies has been manufacturing exceptional chocolates and confections.
Premium Outlets
Grove City, PA (724) 748-3875
One of the top 20 Outlet Centers in the United States Over 140 brand named outlets with savings from 25% - 65% everyday!
Reyers Shoe Store
Sharon, PA (724) 981-2200
Located in "beautiful downtown Sharon", Reyers is the largest shoe store in the world!
Wendell August Forge
Grove City, PA (724) 458-8360
Aluminum, bronze, pewter and sterling silver painstakingly crafted using many of the same tools and techniques used by the artisans since 1923.
For the Golfer
For country club tee-times, arrangements should be made through Tara and guests should be staying at the inn within 24 hours of tee times.
OakTree Country Club
Spectacular scenery and challenging play are common elements of this 18 hole, par 71 golf course with 6700 yards from the back tees. 3 lakes come into play on seven holes. Designed by Ed Ault in 1967. Rated in top 10 golf courses in Western PA. Dress code enforced. Restrictions and cancellation penalties may apply.
Mercer County Golf Trail
Tara - A Country Inn is proud to be a member of the Mercer County Golf Trail. Mercer County was named one of America's Top 10 golf destinations with more than 20 courses within a short "drive" of Tara.