Words cannot express how grateful I am for having been able to stay with Ivy and her little clan. The energy you feel once you step foot in the Mud Hut swindles you into a mood of comfortable happiness. As my partner in crime (lol, my boyfriend) and I are frequent campers and music festival go-ers, this place was absolutely perfect for us. It allows you the comfort of shelter while still being able to feel the love of Mother Earth. There is a covered stage that has been turned into an outdoor living room with plush couches and warm blankets. Sitting here with some tea as you gaze out into the garden; listening to the chickens softly clucking away you will feel as if you've truly escaped into a magical country cove nestled in the city of Portland. The Mud Hut lacks electricity, but I believe this only adds to its charm. There are tea light candles and a hanging candle-lit lantern for lighting when you need it and an extension cord if you absolutely must have access to your electronics while in the The Mud Hut. The outdoor kitchen is accessorized with a fridge, hot plates, dishes, and herbs, spices, tea, and jams from the garden made by Ivy herself! There is also a gorgeous and well-built fire pit for more cooking and/or outdoorsy entertainment.The outdoor living room also has electrical ports and there is a blissfully warm hot tub which you can soak the day away under the inviting star filled Oregon sky. The bathroom is only a few feet away in the main house down a stair case. Also, downtown St. Johns is only a walk away! I recommend Zip Car instead of taxis or rentals for getting to other places and definitely don't miss out on a trip to the coast!! There is a cute, cuddly, kitty named Potato that will grace you with her presence every now and then :p I adored her. Ivy's son, Thor and I would go on "Potato hunts" to try and find her and love on her. As for Ivy, C, Thor, and Jack...well, they are the most balanced family I've ever met. The knowledge 5 year old Thor and 8 year old Jack have of the garden and plants would put any botanist to shame. And as Jack plotted my death (naturally, I'm a girl after all and we have cooties) Thor would cuddle up next to me. Ivy and C welcomed us with open arms and made us truly a part of their family even helping me with a medical condition. We learned so much and I know we will be forever friends with them. STAY HERE! You will not regret it, in fact your personal and physical journey will be twice as enriching from it. Thank-you again Ivy and C, Thor, and Jack!
Peace and Love,
Jeanine and Zack