Our Roots

We are a small owner-operated family and veteran owned business in the Hocking Hills region of southeastern Ohio. Slate & Stone gets its name from the rich deposits of slate, black hand sandstone, and other unique rocks and minerals that can be found throughout the property.

Slate & Stone is the vision of Tom and Connie Williamson. Both US Army veterans, Tom is a southern Ohio native, father of 4 and retired Airborne Army Ranger. Connie is a Green Bay, WI native and former school teacher.

Travel is an immense part of Tom and Connie’s life and has been since both of their military experiences. This love for exploration has certainly inspired their vision for Slate & Stone to be a space for travelers to unwind, explore, and unplug from their daily stresses.

In their spare time Tom and Connie love hosting gatherings for family and friends that always involve great food and wine. Tom is a beloved storyteller and is known for his gregarious personality. He loves to share stories from his 20 years in the US Army as well as Appalachian folklore passed on from his family (some based on real life experiences and others..its up for discussion) Being a former school teacher Connie loves educating friends, family, and travelers on their property. She is known for getting her hands dirty and can usually be found outside working on projects, beautifying her property, hosting gatherings and of course she doesn’t miss a Green Bay Packers game!

We hope that you’ll visit us and experience our warm, neighborly hospitality while enjoying everything our 120 acres has to offer. Including: over 5 miles of hiking trails, wildflowers, rippling creeks, ponds, pine tree groves, river birch forests, and of course the rich natural deposits of sandstone, slate, and coal adding to the rugged natural beauty of our property.