Homestead

ABSOLUTELY a wonderful surprise. So delightfully peaceful. It’s operated by this lovely couple who make you feel right at home. They left us spiced pumpkin bread… home made… I just can’t wait to go back!

We stumbled on this B&B while looking for a hotel for the wedding of good friends that were getting married nearby. There are not that many options in the area and we decided to take the main house (they have the main house that sleeps four) and a guest house. We shared it with another couple who was also attending the nearby wedding and I remember it coming out to less than $ 100 night per couple.
The house was charming, but rustic. It is a updated 19^th century house that is cozily decorated. We never met the hosts, the Haydons, but they left us notes, fresh banana nut bread and a well stocked pantry and fridge for snacks, continental breakfast items and assorted beverages. We shared a spacious bathroom that had plenty of linen, shampoos, lotions, soaps and a hair dryer if you needed them.
We were there in high summer during one of the worst droughts in history. So the grounds were a little scorched. However, they were still beautiful with graceful oaks and stone fences. The AC worked hard to keep up with the heat during the day, but at night the temperature was comfortable. There was a TV, DVD player and games, but we were otherwise occupied with the festivities to enjoy any of these amenities. We came and went as we pleased and pretty much had the run of the place.
After the wedding we invited another couple over for drinks and we stayed up chatting. They were from the area and never had heard of the place. They were really surprised how cozy the house was and well maintained. We definitely recommend it and will use the Homestead if we need accommodations in the area again.