Located in the shade of an enormous, ancient eucalyptus tree, Laura's Cottage, just behind the main farmhouse, is a cozy hideaway of 400 sq. ft., with its own deck, next to the winter creek. Set up
studio style, it has a queen bed and a sitting area in front of a wood-burning
fireplace with a hand-carved mantel. The muted blue washed walls
give the impression of age and are accented by the painted base boards
which pick up the design of the stained
glass windows located over the bed.
Of course, the cottage has a private bathroom with claw-foot tub and
shower. This cottage has its own refrigerator, hot water tea kettle, and a beautiful (but not functional) "Detroit Jewel" stove. Those who appreciate attention to detail will enjoy exploring the little desk and reviewing the 1938 financial journals of San Francisco banker Monroe Bloom, who notes that to wash, starch and press a shirt cost ten cents! |