We woke to a beautiful crisp frost. The land was covered in a blanket of white and the silence was complete. Not a thing stirred. It really was magnificent and perfect for a walk across the land. As the day warmed up so life stirred once more and we enjoyed a day outdoors.
The New Year has brought beautiful frosty nights and glorious moons. It is a wonderful time of the year with the countryside seemingly asleep but still showing signs of life and waiting for the Spring.
We would like to wish all our guests, both past and future, a very Happy Festive Season.
I’ve been busy clearing ivy away from the ancient dog kennel and am really appreciating the beauty of the ruscus aculeatus which is growing at the base of the wall. It really is a wonderful winter plant.
Needless to say we watched the programme following Rick Stein travelling through France and the Dordogne. It certainly showed why we love living here and the wonderful places to visit as well as the cuisine to savour. The shot of the balloon coming down over the river which worried him for a moment is one … Read more
It may have been a bit damp but the market was as busy and colourful as usual. Among the vegetable stalls there was the wonderful honey stall which is a favourite of mine as well as plants for the window boxes and craft made bird tables. A warming cup of hot chocolate ended a very … Read more
It has been a busy time collecting the leaves but the exercise and the pleasure of being outdoors means it has been fun. The front terrace is once again looking neat.
At the ‘Jardin d’eau ‘ they make excellent use of water sculptures that not only create wonderful sounds but also provide focal points in the water beds.
Yesterday we took ourselves off to visit the Jardin d’eau. This is a lovely water garden with two different styles of garden. The first consists of walkways across the pools filled with different water lilies and lotus plants. The second is a stroll around a natural pond that showcases bog plants as well as lilies.
It has taken three years of patience for the Campsis Bignone to eventually flower. Having envied magnificent displays in neighbouring gardens hopefully we are now on the way to a beautiful show of our own.