I stayed at this property for nearly five weeks with my two dogs. First, let me say that Gail & Elton Johnson are the most hospitable, accommodating hosts you will ever meet. Examples: The charcoal grill wasn't something that I felt comfortable operating. So they bought, assembled and delivered a gas grill for me. I had guests that came to stay with me for an evening, and Gail worked tirelessly to prepare the upstairs bedrooms for their arrival, and Elton cut up and delivered wood for us to have a campfire that night. Both of my dogs ended up having surgery while I was at the cottage, and Gail not only helped me nurse them both back to health, she picked up their medication from the vet's office for me AND she brought me two dozen red roses because she knew my stress level was at max capacity. She is, without a doubt, the sweetest woman I have ever met. Gail and Elton were both constantly asking if I needed anything and checking up on me. It was calving season on the farm while I was there, and every day I got updates on the new faces of the calves that had arrived. One even got out of the pasture, and Elton and I rounded him back up -- an experience I never would have had anywhere else.
As for the cottage and the grounds, it's about as private as you can get. It is the equivalent of a luxury resort. It will soothe and heal your soul. There's a canal on the property, with chaise lounge chairs beside it, as well as a hammock, under HUGE cottonwood trees. Stunningly magnificent. Outdoor seating areas are clustered around the lush green property, as well as flower beds and lilac trees.
Inside, the cottage is the most well-stocked property that you will EVER visit. Here are just a few of the luxuries that Gail has ensured every guest enjoys: Home baked banana bread, quiche, nuts, crackers, chocolates, organic butter, milk and eggs, fresh fruit, fresh flowers, etc. On top of that, the farm is a working farm, which means that Gail and Elton have delicious steaks and eggs available for sale, too. The kitchen has everything imaginable; Kuerig, crock pot, all utensils, dishware, vases, etc. The home itself is beautifully and tastefully decorated. It's gorgeous.
Living on the farm means that you'll watch the guinea hens (they're like a group of little old ladies running around & gossiping), swans, peacocks, ducks and geese just walk on by, as if to say, "Good morning! How are you?"
The Johnson's cottage is good for your soul