The Union Township/South Lebanon joint fire district provides fire and EMS service to the village. Bethesda Medical Center at Arrow Springs offers the region state-of-the-art outpatient medical care, including 24-hour emergency services and comprehensive diagnostic testing. Across the county is Atrium Medical Center, and just a few minutes south on I-71 is Bethesda North Hospital, one of the area’s busiest hospitals.

Settled in 1795, South Lebanon is one of the the oldest villages in Warren County. Originally known as Deerfield, the village was a stopping place for many early settlers. It currently has 4,100 residents.

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TriHealth Bethesda Arrow Springs is located near South Lebanon. The UC Health West Chester Hospital is located near I-75 in West Chester. Children’s Hospital Liberty Campus is also located off of I-75 in Liberty Township. Other major Cincinnati hospitals are located to the south within a 45-minute drive. Atrium Medical Center is located to the north off of I-75.

Lebanon was voted an “Ohio Best Hometown” in 2012 by Ohio Magazine. Tranquil settings, old-fashioned shops and a main street from the pages of a turn-of-the-century novel envelope the community. Located 29 miles northeast of Cincinnati, this beautiful Warren County town was first settled as a farming community in 1796.

Countryside YMCA, the Beach Waterpark, Ft. Ancient State Park, Caesar’s Creek State Park and Paramount Kings Island Amusement Park offer recreational facilities and fun. Professional baseball and football, and the Cincinnati Symphony, Opera and Ballet are within a 30 minute drive. The city hosts four events annually: Country Applefest, Horse-Drawn Carriage Parade (Christmas time), the Lebanon Blues Festival and the Lebanon Country Music Festival. 

Lebanon has over 350 acres of park spaces with disc golf course, dog park area, walking paths, hiking trails, playgrounds, athletic fields, tennis and basketball courts as well as picnic areas. The city offers several youth sports organizations. Residents enjoy the Lebanon Sports Complex as well as 10 neighborhood mini parks. 

The Lebanon Symphony Orchestra presents concerts throughout the year. The Lebanon Theatre Company has its productions in a 108-seat theater in downtown Lebanon.

There are several shopping centers located around the city: Lebanon Shopping Center, Harts Plaza, Colony Square and Country Side Place. There are also many smaller retail and antiques stores in Lebanon’s downtown district. Be sure to stop by the Village Ice Cream Parlor for an old-fashioned treat. The Golden Lamb restaurant has been in operation since 1803 and is Ohio’s longest continuously operating business. 

If you are in need of a mall, head south on I-71 to Kenwood Town Centre with its 100+ national brand stores and Nordstrom, Macy’s and Dilliard’s. The Mason, Fairfield and Liberty Township areas offer even more excellent shopping experiences.

Today, it is home to some of the most spectacular Victorian homes and converted farm houses in Greater Cincinnati. Many Lebanon homes sit gracefully on acres of lush green lawns just minutes away from parks, recreational play fields, tennis courts, swimming, harness racing and a nine-hole golf course. Modern conveniences, such as major banks, hospitals and major highways quietly intermingle with the quaint antique stores and restaurants that attract many homeowners. And, of course, Lebanon has modern city services, communications and community assistance. For an escape from hectic urban life, look to Lebanon, Ohio for a change in lifestyle. With a convenient location between Cincinnati and Dayton, you can look north or south from Lebanon.

Lebanon

Lebanon is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 42 and State Route 63, with immediate access to I-71 from an interchange with State Route 48. I-75 is just minutes away. Indiana & Ohio Railroad, a short line passenger train, services Lebanon. The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is an 50 minutes by car. Or, you opt to fly from the Dayton International Airport which is located 45 minutes away towards the north off of I-75.

Local merchants provide daily necessities. Larger shopping facilities can be found in nearby Lebanon, Landen and Symmes Township. West Chester and Deerfield Township offer many stores and shopping centers.

Morrow was founded in 1844 by Clement, Keck and Williams (employees of the Little Miami Railroad) when the railroad was extended to the mouth of Todd Fork Creek. It was named after Governor Jeremiah Morrow, the ninth governor of Ohio and president of the Little Miami Railroad. The village has now 1,200 residents.

Nestled in the Little Miami River Valley, Morrow offers a number of outdoor recreation opportunities. The Little Miami River is a designated state and national scenic river that offers canoeing, kayaking and fishing in the most beautiful setting in southwestern Ohio. Many canoe liveries operate in the area. The Little Miami Scenic Trail is a 60-mile paved multi-purpose pathway through southwest Ohio that offers year-round exercise, excitement and outdoor adventure. In Morrow, the Jeffery Phegley Memorial Park is adjacent to the trail. The park offers children’s amusements and picnicking. Whether it’s peddling or paddling, Morrow is the place for great fun. Morrow is home to the Valley Vineyards, host of an annual fall wine-tasting festival. The Bel-Wood Country Club and Whitacre Oak Hill golf course are nearby. The Little Miami Bike Trail, a former railway that has been converted to a multi-use trail that runs between Milford at its southern terminus and Yellow Springs at the northern end, winds through the area along the river. Fort Ancient is nearby and is a national historic landmark.

Local merchants provide daily necessities. Larger shopping facilities can be found in nearby Lebanon, Landen and Symmes Township.

Old and new, there are all kinds of home available in Morrow in all prices ranges. Some homes are situated on land while others are located in subdivision communities.

Morrow

Morrow is located at the intersection of U.S. 22 and State Route 123, about five minutes east of I-71. Downtown Cincinnati is about 40 minutes away and Lebanon is less than 15 minutes to the west. The Lebanon-Warren County Airport is north of Lebanon.  The Dayton International Airport is located to the north and the Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport is to the south.

Fire Protection is provided by the Hamilton Township Fire Rescue Department. The closest hospital is a few minutes south on I-71 – Bethesda North TriHealth Hospital, one of the area’s busiest hospitals. TriHealth Bethesda Medical Center at Arrow Springs to the north of Maineville offers the region additional state-of-the-art outpatient medical care, including 24-hour emergency services and comprehensive diagnostic testing. Children’s Hospital Liberty Campus is a short drive in nearby Liberty Township. University of Cincinnati West Chester Hospital is located near I-75 in West Chester.

Settlers from the state of Maine founded the village of Maineville in 1815. Its original name was Yankeetown. Around 1821, the name Maineville began to be used by the local Baptist Church members to identify the growing village and to pay tribute to the original settlers’ home. There are currently 1,000 residents.

Rural pursuits like outdoor sports, horseback riding and enjoying nature are the main activities of residents. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the historic Ft. Ancient, and Caesars Creek State Park. Ralph J. Stolle Countryside YMCA nearby is a popular destination with its indoor water park and running track. Ideally situated in one of the region’s most active areas, Maineville residents don’t have to go far to have fun. Kings Island and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park offer the thrill of roller coasters and splash parks. Those following pro sports can choose to watch professional tennis and volleyball tournaments, or catch the motor sports at the Lebanon Raceway.

Rivers Crossing Retail Park in nearby South Lebanon offers convenient shopping to village residents. Just to the south in Loveland are many retail options for Maineville residents. Fifteen minutes to the south via I-71 is the very popular Kenwood Towne Centre with over 100 national brand stores and department stores including Nordstrom, Macy’s and Dilliard’s. Nearby Deerfield Township has the Deerfield Towne Centre, a 420,000-square-foot lifestyle center for your shopping pleasure with anchors stores including Dick’s Sporting Goods, Whole Foods and Bed Bath & Beyond as well as more than 60 specialty stores and restaurants. Arbor Square has a 70,000 square foot Kroger store along with several retail stores. Liberty Center in nearby Liberty Township features many stores and restaurants and is only 15-minutes away. Cincinnati Premium Outlets in Monroe, Ohio, is a short 15-minute drive with hundreds of stores to browse and shop.

The village has all styles and prices of homes from larger, newly constructed homes and condominiums in subdivisions to more modest, older homes.

Maineville

St. Rt. 48 is the main access road not only for the village but for surrounding areas of the township as well. Foster-Maineville Road crosses through the village connecting to other parts of the township. I-71 is the closest major highway.

Walkers and joggers will enjoy the system of trails and pathways connecting residents to all areas of the community plus access to the 70+ miles of the Little Miami Scenic Trail and Little Miami River. Ideally situated in one of the region’s most active areas, residents here have a lot to choose from. Kings Island and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park offer the thrill of roller coasters and splash parks. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the historic Ft. Ancient and Caesars Creek State Park. Those following pro sports can choose to watch professional tennis and volleyball tournaments, or catch the motor sports at the Lebanon Raceway.

Rivers Crossing and The Pavilion at Rivers Crossing offer convenient shopping to village residents. One finds Kohls, Target and other national stores. Cincinnati Premium Outlets in Monroe is a short drive away. There are more shopping opportunities in Lebanon with its antique stores.

The village of South Lebanon sits along the border of Union and Washington Townships in central Warren County 25 miles northeast of Cincinnati. The largely undeveloped acreage of peaceful creeks and rolling landscape of the area has it poised for a rapid population boom with the recent housing developments. This corner of Warren County remains one of the fastest growing housing areas in the region.

South Lebanon

I-71 and St. Rt. 48 are the primary access to the village. The James M. Cox Dayton International Airport is 37 miles away, with the Lebanon Airport just six miles away.