Wow. We were charmed by Angela’s place the moment we pulled up the driveway and saw her tulips and sweet garden. The house was wonderful and sparkling clean. Angela gave clear instructions and such a warm welcome. She even keeps gardening shears in the kitchen, so guests can clip a bouquet of blooms from her yard. We loved walking the vintage neighborhood. We had chilly rain (and some snowflakes), so it was awesome to have the cozy gas fireplace in the evenings with a cup of tea or good coffee (provided by Angela!). There was a bedroom and bath on the main floor, which was great for my mom so she didn’t have to go up and down the stairs. We’d never spent time in the Willamette Valley before, and this was the perfect base. So easy to get to Riverfront Park with its carousel, downtown Salem (delicious lunch at the Wild Pear) Silverton, the Oregon Garden, Silver Falls State Park, and Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm (spectacular!). Honestly, we can’t wait to go back. And we would DEFINITELY book this cottage again.