One of the goals we had when we started the journey to build Cottages at Willow Pond was a hot tub for every cottage. That goal became a reality last fall. Each cottage has a different type of hot tub. The Green Willow has a large four person tub, the[…]
We are blessed with three goats. Each has her own unique personality and they entertain us daily. Meet the Girls Hanna Hanna loves goat treats! She digs into Lloyd’s pocket to get a treat and she follows him in a dead run whenever he heads to the pen. She is[…]
We are so excited to announce we have internet available in the Blue Hide Away and Prairie Willow Cottage. We have switched to ProValue and love it. The speed is very fast and it provides unlimited data. The Green Willow will have internet in the future, but because of it’s[…]
The Prairie Willow Cottage hot tub has been installed and is ready for you. A vintage fence with a charming gate surrounds the area where the hot tub sits. A secret garden will be planted during the spring to add a dramatic backdrop to the area. The Prairie Cottage is[…]
It has been a long time coming, but the gazebo is finally completed! It is truly beautiful. These pictures are of an elopement at dusk. So lovely. There are so many ideas for weddings swirling through my head. A wedding at sunset (the gazebo faces west) would be charming. Twinkle[…]
Spring at the Cottages is the beginning of Guinea Season. During the late fall and winter, our guineas hang out with the chickens, ducks and Clarice, our turkey. The minute the days become warmer, the guineas fly out of the confines of the chicken yard and begin roaming on our 10[…]
When you come to Guthrie and stay at the Cottages at Willow Pond, make sure you let us know any special dietary needs you may have. I can make you breakfast to suit you. I have made breakfast and snacks that are gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian or vegan. Just[…]
I love weddings at Willow Pond! The bouquets, the cakes, and the cake toppers are great fun to make. The vows, I feel a recommitment to our marriage every time. The brides! So beautiful. Finally, the love between the couples who get married. It makes my heart sing to participate[…]
April 18-23 are the dates of the 89’er Festival in Guthrie. It is a lot of fun while commemorating the Run of 1889. Little known fact, the Prarie Willow Cottage was inspired by my great-grandmother who was part of the run. She and my great-grandfather came from Vienna, Austria and[…]
Here’s what Andrea wrote: “Beautiful secluded cottage! We were close to town yet felt like the woods! Caroline made an amazing quiche and homemade candies! Lloyd was so nice and we appreciate all the gorgeous details!”