Meet the Innkeepers at Tara - A Country Inn
Your Innkeepers
Meet Our Owner – Donna Winner
Donna Winner and her late husband Jim both began life on simple Mercer County, PA dairy farms. From those roots of hard work and commitment came two people driven to succeed. Known globally for his creation of “The Club” anti-theft device, Jim Winner was the consummate entrepreneur. Donna, likewise, was very business-savvy and has the distinction of being the first female stockbroker in Western PA.
With a passion for saving historic landmarks, the Winners started in the hospitality business in 1979 when they purchased the Shenango Inn, a 72-room Colonial hotel. The hotel was featured in Norm Simpson’s “Country Inns and Back Roads”, the forerunner of the prestigious collection of inns now known as Select Registry.
The Winners sold the Shenango Inn and purchased an abandoned 1854 building in Clark, PA that would, after two years of renovation, open in June 1986 as Tara – A Country Inn. After adding two wings to the Greek Revival mansion Tara – A Country Inn now has 27 deluxe guestrooms, casual and gourmet dining, outdoor pool, banquet facilities, elegant gardens and offers group tours.
In 1996, Jim and Donna Winner saved another neglected landmark, Buhl Mansion. With a multi-million-dollar restoration the 1890s stone “castle,” listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is now one of the most romantic inns in America. Buhl Mansion Guesthouse & Spa offers ten stunning guestrooms, beautiful gardens fit for fairytale castle weddings and a full-service spa with over 100 indulgent and rejuvenating treatments.
We lost Jim Winner in 2010, but his legacy lives on. Other Winner companies include The Winner woman’s fashion store, Hampton Inn & Suites, Winner International (The Club), and several other entities in the Sharon area. Through it all the family has given back to the community that they call home: the Winner Foundation has remained an anchor of philanthropy in the Shenango Valley
Meet Our General Manager – Samantha Schultz
Samantha Schultz brings over 20 years of expertise in hospitality and event management to her new role as General Manager at Tara – A Country Inn. She previously had worked with the Winner family for more than a decade, establishing herself as a trusted and dedicated leader. Samantha’s passion for exceptional guest experiences and her deep understanding of the industry make her an invaluable addition to our team. Samantha is excited to be taking the helm, saying, “I am looking forward to working with the staff of Tara and creating memorable stays and events for all past, present and future guests.”
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