The 2026 season of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival brings an exciting mix of Shakespeare classics, award-winning musicals, and powerful contemporary plays to Ashland. With its peaceful setting just minutes from the theaters, Country Willows Inn offers the perfect place to relax and recharge during your theater getaway.

Celebrate the Oregon Chocolate Festival with a delicious weekend of tastings, special events, and chocolate-inspired experiences in Ashland. Make it even sweeter with Country Willows Inn’s exclusive chocolate-themed breakfast and, of course, a relaxing stay at your favorite inn!

Even after the Oregon Shakespeare Festival pauses for the season, the Rogue Valley continues to shine with live theater, musicals, concerts, and performances that make winter and early spring an ideal time to visit.

This Roasted Pumpkin and Apple Cider Soup is one of our favorite winter comforts at Country Willows. With slow-roasted pumpkin and a touch of apple cider, it’s gently sweet, deeply warming, and perfect for cold mornings or quiet evenings by the fire.

Celebrate Valentine’s season with a hands-on cookie decorating class from Sugar by Shelly at Country Willows Inn. Enjoy festive designs, beginner-friendly instruction, and plenty of sweet take-home treats in a cozy, creative setting.

This January, Country Willows Inn thanks teachers and teacher’s aides with a well-deserved winter escape: book one night and enjoy the second night free!