I received a friendly welcome from Patrick and could tell immediately that he enjoyed having guests and wanted them to have a memorable stay. He gave me a tour of his elegant mansion--a true feast for the eyes--and showed me my second floor accommodations, which included a tastefully furnished and comfortable room, private bath, and kitchenette area. Patrick's beautiful home is complemented by lovely outdoor gardens and the location is perfect--near lakes, restaurants, great ice cream, and the Walker Art Museum, all within walking distance. The neighborhood is quiet, which provided a welcome respite from the busy days I had. Whenever I saw Patrick on my way in or out he always wanted to know if I needed anything (I did not--everything was so well thought out), and had lots of interesting stories and information to share if asked. One regret is that I wished I had been able to spend time having breakfast in the garden.

I hope to be able to return to Minneapolis soon, and I will make a booking at Patrick's home a priority!