End of Fall

After fall in Leelanau County one thing came to mind, and that is that I am so glad I live in a world with Octobers.  Best stated in the book Anne of Green Gables.  Leelanau County is breath taking in the fall.  Beautiful colors, perfect hikes, and lovely wineries.  I loved the way all of our favorite towns celebrated the seasons and it looked beautiful.  






Our Airbnb/VRBO season came to an end sooner than we expected.  In mid October Leelanau County had a large wind storm.  Our lovely willow tree in the back yard didn't make it.  We feel so gracious that despite loosing a tree and having to close up for the season to guests that this occured when the house was empty and that nobody was hurt and the house was not hit.  




Given the age and size of the tree we know it stood with the home for a LONG time.  As I type, it is getting cleaned up.  Thank you to all of our guests for making our first season memorable.  We hope you enjoyed sunny days, beautiful beaches, the relaxing pace of all of the local towns, shared and loved local products and restuarants, enjoyed fall days, and made many memories.  Come again soon!  And to my "favorite co-worker" Laura, we couldn't have done this without you.  You are the very heart of our business and we appreciate you SO much!  

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