BNB accommodation along the way, we are still at a loss for superlatives to describe the excellence of the Air BNB hosted by Cheryl and Pat. This place is quite simply idyllic perfection: we could live here, and we were very sad to have to leave after our 2-weeks’ stay ended in August 2022. The living space itself is huge, impeccably clean, and containing every conceivable extra you could think of such as a fully stocked pantry of basic cooking essentials such as cooking oils and large collection of various spices, etc. The living room/dining room area is a big, open space, inviting one either to sit at the table or to lounge on the very comfortable couch. Being just two of us, we slept in the master bedroom that had its own ensuite bathroom – the bed was amazingly comfortable.

But that’s just the inside. Outside the kitchen door is the loveliest little secluded patio where we could sit in the shade during the day or watch the stars overhead at night. The widespread grounds have been beautifully landscaped, with an enormous variety of plants. And there is wildlife to view as well: for example, on a typical day we watched a hummingbird feed from the nearby flowers on a hedge; and coming home one evening we were greeted by a large stag – antlers and all – who watched us drive up the driveway through the glorious trees that mark the entrance.

Cheryl and Pat have been gracious and friendly hosts. They recommended trying out the 4-Mile Brew Pub & Brewery, where beer made right on the premises is served with your dinner – it was so good the first time, we ended up going there twice. But we do confess there is one thing we got that future guests might not be able to share: being able to visit daily with a brand-new puppy named Jill who had arrived just a week before we did. Jill was unabashedly loveable and greeted us with high-energy joy and affection every time we saw her – it was impossible not to leave with huge smiles! Thanks very much to Cheryl and Pat for a wonderful experience.