Spring getaways in Leavenworth

I just can't resist the flower photos this time of year.  Now I need to find out just what we have blooming!

These are so delicate and have popped up in a few places close to the house.

Love my macro lens!

Along the driveway and along the roadsides on the way to Poofy's,  summer is on its way.

A favorite shot from last spring. The irises are should be blooming next week!

Spring time in Leavenworth...

Its spring time in Leavenworth! The wild flowers are starting to pop up on the trails and soon they'll be blooming at the cabin. Here's a few shots from last spring.....

I planted some more Irises, not sure what color they will be...

Marked out a walking trail to explore around Poofy's...

Welcome to Poofy's Paradise!

Patio is ready!

We have been waiting patiently for the completion of the outdoor space...and there it was, ready for us when we arrived last weekend! Book your next get away with us!

The bar counter features a live edge slab...

Barstools arriving soon...

My weekend spot...

A walk in Shugart Flats

Sometime in the fall new neighbors moved in on the other side of Shugart flats. 

This guy always comes over to say hi.

Th rest of the gang on a sunny winter morning.

...and a snowy winter morning.

This is Freddie...

Its free-range dogs in Shugart Flats, Freddie is always up for a stroll.

Uma and Freddie are friends, really...

Best sleds

Two weeks ago it was looking a lot like spring. Not any more, winter is back. We had over 2 feet of fresh snow fall over mid-winter break and it was FUN! A big thanks to our last guests for putting in a super fast banked sledding chute through the trees. We worked on the the long run and tested all our sleds.

We have a sweet wooden classic, a foam snowboogie and a basic plastic. 

I love the wooden classic....

Our sled retriever preferred the lightness of the plastic sled.

The snowboard is essential for getting the sledding run groomed and fast.

 The winner turned out to be the plastic, for control, speed and flexibility.

Black and White Photography

It was another beautiful winter weekend. Here's a few shots from in and around Poofy's.

We just got back from a walk around the neighborhood, the light coming through the trees was really special.

Checking in on the river, still a little snow left on the banks.

Sunday goals...

...my favorite spot, the master bedroom balcony.

Winter Specials

We are teaming up with the folks at Plain Valley Nordic ski trails again this year for weekday specials. Stay 2 nights, sunday-thursday and your 3rd night is free. Free cross country, snowshoe trail passes and  50% off gear rentals at Plain Hardware. Work from Poofy's, we have hi-speed fibre optic!

I'm pretty excited about my new wide angle lens my sister got me for Christmas. I've been having fun taking shots inside Poofy's.

 The master bedroom has french doors that open out onto a balcony. One of my favorite spots!

 The main floor guest room with a queen size bed and beautiful views of the trees.

My kids are always fighting over who gets to sleep in the loft. A coat of paint transformed the floor from plywood to perfect. The log rail is from trees on the property.