Hummingbirds

Posted on March 28, 2019 by admin

Hummingbirds will be back soon. We have so many. Here is a photo of one feeder with a few hummingbirds around it.

Glycerine soap

Posted on March 6, 2019 by admin

We love our glycerine soap that we provide for our guests. This soap is hypo allergenic and moisturizes. Jan’s skin is sensitive and she loves this soap. If you stay with us, check it out for yourselves.

Bald Eagle Days

Posted on January 15, 2019 by admin

January and February are popular months to see Bald Eagles along the Illinois River. Many area towns along the river have Bald Eagle days where spotting scopes are available to see them up close. Nearby town of Chillicothe is participating … Continue reading →

New carving

Posted on December 18, 2018 by admin

Here is one of Denny’s latest carvings. It’s a half size saw whet owl. It’s available to purchase along with other birds. Some of the birds are at Annie’s Little Pots in Princeton, Illinois. We also have gift certificates for … Continue reading →

Beautiful snowfall

Posted on November 28, 2018 by admin

We recently had a blizzard in our area and it produced some amazing artwork on the trees. Here is a photo of a road near us. We still have availability for this weekend.

Shoreline renovation is finished

Posted on October 22, 2018 by admin

The major shoreline renovation is finished. We have enjoyed a fire in the new fire pit a few times already.

New patio area

Posted on September 20, 2018 by admin

The old deck is gone and a new wall, walkway along the water, patio, and firepit is almost finished. All of the blocks are in place now for the wall. We hope our guests enjoy these improvements. … Continue reading →

Artisan Market

Posted on August 29, 2018 by admin

On Saturday, September 15 from 10am to 4pm we will be at Hornbaker Gardens outside Princeton, IL for their Artisan Market. Denny will have his carvings on display and for purchase. Other venders will have pottery, photography, painting, jewelry, fiber, … Continue reading →

Wildlife

Posted on August 21, 2018 by admin

Sitting in the office just the other day and looked out to see this young deer. It was eating berries on the ground but it didn’t stay long after jumping around a little.

Tanners Orchard

Posted on August 8, 2018 by admin

Summer is in full swing but fall is fast approaching. A fall favorite that just opened for the year is Tanners Orchard. Tanners is very close to Mission Oak Inn and a guest favorite. They have the best apple cider … Continue reading →

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