I used to read the Frommer's guides with great interest -- it was wonderful to be a guest on the property where much inspiration stems, and continues to flow.
Words cannot describe the spaciousness and vast greenery of Magnolia House. The apartment itself was quite lovely as well -- everywhere I turned, I saw a new book or a glowing antique from a faraway land. There is a small kitchenette outside the porch, where one can sit and look out to the roses, with many goodies stocked.
Danforth was extraordinarily welcoming, taking many precautions to keep the place tip-top, clean as a whistle, and continually refreshed. On a cool evening, a friendly Franklin stove sung me to sleep. I am a city-dweller; after a hop, skip and a ferry away, I was at the lovely estate. No subways or bus needed!