moments at craidelonna www.craidelonna.com

WINTER 2012

2012-01-18T16:30:00.000-08:00

Winter came barreling down the strait this week....
and SNOW LANDED upon the property...
a photo of how much snow can fall on the corner

brrrrrr....
high today = cold // low today = colder

january morning

2012-01-14T11:30:00.000-08:00

i love having FOUR SEASONS in ONE DAY

Solstice Wedding

2011-12-21T12:00:00.000-08:00

an intimate gathering
Lynn & Jason were WED today ....
a mid day solstice celebration...

falling sunset...

2011-11-19T16:30:00.000-08:00

everywhere i turn is another panoramic photo waiting to be taken
november sunsets along the horizon are a spectacular show ...

surf has returned to the west coast of vancouver island
filling the background sounds with delicious swells ...

DAZZLING SUNSET

2011-11-14T16:37:00.000-08:00

another wonderful fall season sunset
as the surf pounded the shoreline
magical panoramic
the complete of a full property
couples getaway weekend...

reMEMBERING

2011-11-11T11:11:00.000-08:00

a moment REMEMBER & reflect & project beside the water...
thank you..

11-11-11

Melissa & Austin

2011-10-15T15:00:00.000-07:00

on a glorious sunshine day in october
melissa & austin were WED
the final wedding of the year
completes season 2011

Samantha & Luke

2011-10-08T18:27:00.000-07:00

a sunset wedding in front of the main fireplace
surrounded by family and friends in a circle of flames
samantha and luke are WED...

THE RIG

2011-09-29T10:00:00.000-07:00

fishing on the rig
thanx so much for an awesome day adventure
to captain dave and lorna of
www.hookedonsooke.com
WE GOT FISH !!
(i caught one myself... how exhilarating )

Quinn & Daniele

2011-09-24T15:00:00.000-07:00

a ceremony on the wave ocean front
a celebration and sharing of cultures
quinn & daniele WED..

WEDDINGS WEDDINGS WEDDINGS

2011-09-17T15:17:00.000-07:00

another happy gathering passes through the craidelonna gateway...

Mitali & Cam

2011-09-10T15:00:00.000-07:00

the property was transformed
as a sea of coloured sari's & chunni's ( scarves)
cascaded over the railings of the lodge
creating a wonderful ceremony for the couple and their families...

Joelle & David

2011-08-20T15:30:00.000-07:00

together as a family
and a sea of children
this festive occassion finally came to be
just the way is was to be...
thank you

50th ANNIVERSARY

2011-08-12T15:00:00.000-07:00

FIFTY YEARS

the Meaghers have been WED..
today they celebrated
with family and "friends through time"
for an Octogenarian T-party
on a sunny afternoon

Chrisine & Damon

2011-08-06T15:30:00.000-07:00

a wonderful union occurred today
that bless the property
all all those that were here...
this is LOVE...
thanx

the bride & groom relax a moment after the ceremony
and dazzle with their smiles...

cara & kevin

2011-07-31T15:00:00.000-07:00

their sunshiny moment ocean edge
the smiling couple were WED
in the center of the compass wedding circle
surrounded by their family and friends.

Jacquie & Blake

2011-07-02T16:00:00.000-07:00

A magical couple WED today at craidelonna..
thank you...

father's day

2011-06-19T10:18:00.000-07:00

today...

we celebrate the wonderful men out there

that dedicate themselves to the raising of their families

BRAVO on jobs well done !!

to dad's ... here and gone ...

the new family coat of arms flag

was hoisted for the first time today

flying over the craidelonna corner

representing "owner on property"

Espalier Fruit Trees

2011-05-27T13:33:00.000-07:00

Trees in Bondage
"the secret of secret gardens at craidelonna"

three hidden espalier fruit trees
are tucked tight against the heated wall
here the nectarine, peach, and almond all have fruit this season
pruned to now shape tight against the wall
the pampered trees existing ocean front

spring gardens

2011-05-25T18:25:00.000-07:00

the gardens begin bursting into clusters of spring blooms the lupins are leaping and the snow bells are a carpet of white... the lilac's sprout their beautiful fragrance..

First Wedding 2011

2011-05-21T16:00:00.000-07:00

Megan & Randy
were married today

the season 2011 begins

the cloudy skies held out all day
and wonderful memories were created

smiles everyone
congratulations to the NEWly WEDS..

Silly Seals

2011-04-25T17:55:00.000-07:00

these seals lounge on a warmed rock

on a low tide after noon

they seemed mildly interest as i walk past

TENTS

2011-04-25T17:00:00.000-07:00

the addition of three rental tents

for the property

now bring a breath of relief

on those rainy event days

Full Moon lowtide

2011-04-16T16:20:00.000-07:00

tonight's full moon
often comes low low tides
a wonderful day to walk on the sandy beach.

check out the moon phases for you visit to craidelonna
both full moon nights with the brilliant moon
or new moon nights with no moon but lots of stars
are magical...
with limited light pollution
take time to admire the night skies from craidelonna vantage points and comforts
http://stardate.org/nightsky/moon

a DOGS DAY

2011-03-28T15:00:00.000-07:00

while walking the beach
this brisk march afternoon
i came across these two very handsome
labradoodle/goldendoodle friends
they played and romped
along the very low tide sandy beach
a playground for dogs and humans

craidelonna is very pet friendly
please let us know if your four legged friend
will be joining your vacation

MRS. Livingston

2011-03-20T13:04:00.000-07:00

i think mrs.livingston has a new gull mate
her long time alone seems to be completed
as she shows off her new bow today...

the eagles are building nests in the upper branches

& spring is in the air...

SNOW !!

2011-02-24T17:49:00.000-08:00

with a blast of cold and snow this year

FEBRUARY & WINTER ENDS

the budding gardens snuggle below a blanket of white snow...

nature in communication..

Tubbie Time

2011-02-11T17:28:00.000-08:00

mid february at sunset - ocean front craidelonna

tempted??

a breath of spring

2011-02-03T13:00:00.000-08:00

the anticipation of ...
spring begins

the gardens are awakening ..

giZa & the new sprouts...

( tiger lily + tulips & dafodils arise first from their garden slumber )

SKYof FIRE

2011-01-20T23:17:00.000-08:00

the sunsets' of january
seem most brilliant and colourful
something to do with how the sun is positioned on the horizon ??
as the sun setteth in the WEST-ish

Corporate MEETING ROOM

2011-01-07T08:55:00.000-08:00

Transformation

of the upper level NEST BEDROOM

INTO A CORPORATE MEETING SPACE

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2011

2011-01-01T00:00:00.000-08:00

sunRISE

to a

HAPPY NEW YEAR

and to a

WONDERFUL SEASON 2011

( photo from the deck of craidelonna nest - thanx Max )

start december

2010-12-01T18:48:00.000-08:00

the first sunset of december days

a sandy beach and walk on the ocean edge

a balmy day clearer as sun set...

to a crystaline crisp winter night sky full of stars...

SNOW !!

2010-11-22T18:30:00.000-08:00

summer guests often ask...

does vancouver island get snow ?...

here's proof of the frosted ocean edge...

this little "blizzard"

kept us in the dark for about 16 hours...

the lodge fireplace warmed the spaces...

and candles enlightened the winter night...

this pretty whiteness lasted about two days

before the sun came out washed it away...

SUNSET

2010-11-01T17:40:00.000-07:00

even on a cloudy rainey day
there is time for a breath taking SUNSET
in fall and winter
the show of nature should not to be missed
as it positions itself over the olympic mountain range

Surf's UP

2010-10-28T18:30:00.000-07:00

SURF has returned in full today
we welcome the powerful sounds of the waves
AND THE OCEAN COMES BACK TO LIFE !!

a lone surfer rode the break

at the mouth of muir creek this evening

front porch of craidelonna

after bobbing around waiting for the right wave

this surfer caught a wonderful ride..

so wonderful to fall asleep to...

sweet dreams...

Salmon in the river

2010-10-15T14:00:00.000-07:00

Muir Creek and Sooke River
are filling with the salmon
that are returning after their years at sea
to spawn in the rivers from which they came...
" the circle of life"

Torsten & Fiona

2010-09-18T16:30:00.000-07:00

ON A FOGGY AFTERNOON

Torsten and Fiona

and their two sons

Dominic & Sebastian

became ONE

- FAMILY WEDDING -

magically
the sun broke through the foggy day
just as guests began to arrive ..
then as the ceremony ended
with enough time for some photos
the skies opened and poured rain into the evening...

Warm Hearts

around a crackling fireplace

with fabulous food and lots of champagne

as candles were glowed like beacons in the fog

creating an ENCHANTING EVENING...

of family and friends in celebration

Tom & Joscelyn

2010-08-28T14:30:00.000-07:00

On the last sunshiny saturday of august 2010
the Klassen's WED the Verigan's today ..

" and two became one"

in a beautiful intimate ocean front ceremony

the happy smiles of the bride & groom newly weds

Campbell / John Wedding

2010-08-23T15:00:00.000-07:00

Jess & Kevin
were WED today
married on a monday
on a sunny day before the august full moon

Leif & Miao

2010-08-18T15:00:00.000-07:00

8 -18 - 2010

a midweek wedding
ocean front on a sunny august day
many guests travelled long distances to gather for this wedding

the brides family from China were in awe how far out sooke is...

while the groom was a local "sookite"
Leif & Miao 's Jubilee celebration

Bianca & Andrea

2010-08-14T15:00:00.000-07:00

Two Brides
Two goddesses
( a celebration of LOVE & progress in time..)

First Peaches

2010-08-10T18:59:00.000-07:00

these are the first peaches that have ever grown

on the craidelonna property

the young espalier tree has provided

a small harvest in its second year

tasty and delicious !!

Catherine & Tim

2010-08-07T15:30:00.000-07:00

a NEW FLAG

was hoist high upon the pole at Craidelonna

Designed and created for their special wedding occasion

Tim & Catherine have donated this to the property...

( thanx folks so very much... )

" two hearts come together as ONE "

Moriarty / Elder Wedding

2010-08-01T17:00:00.000-07:00

Today the morning began with thick fog

but by noon the sun broke through and burnt away the mist

creating a beautiful sunny day wedding for...

CAMERON & MICHELLE

the couple danced ocean front with

70 close friends and family into the early hours of the morning..

CONGRATULATIONS ...

July Gardens

2010-07-26T16:34:00.000-07:00

the automatic water system is so helping with the gardens

at four in the morning the gardens are nourished & refreshed...

with the hot days of summer...

the "english style garden"is looking beautiful alive and fresh

thanxs "friend of craidelonna" - neil for these photos

wedding of Mongillo&Neale

2010-07-17T17:30:00.000-07:00

in all beauty - the bride

fiona & michael wed today

in the center of the compass

an intimate gathering of 33 guests joined together on a sunshiny blue ocean day..

first wedding 2010

2010-07-11T15:30:00.000-07:00

the Bride

Lucie Wanseythe Groom

Mike Duffy

Today was the first wedding of the season 2010

we congratulate the newly weds

as they pronounced their vows ocean front

on the new wave patio.. overlooking the pacific ocean..

a sunny day and an intimate ceremony

with 60 guests and one bagpiper..

Martini Madness

2010-07-05T12:00:00.000-07:00

The summer season officially begins with the annual Bushell Bash
"Martini Madness & Scotch Tasting"
the festivies began with a flag raising ceremony
of the flag of Vancouver Island colony
and Martini celebration fun flag

the aged participant line up of bottles was unveiled

and the celebration and merriment began

SUMMER IS OFFICIALLY ON !!!

oh Canada

2010-07-01T12:01:00.000-07:00

OH CANADA

we stand on guard for thee...

Craidelonna now has its own flag pole

today the Canadian flag was the first to go up the new pole

we invite our guests to wave their colors

and hoist their own flags during their stay on property

Waves-Compass Patio

2010-06-02T20:48:00.000-07:00

all but the final sweep and interloc

the slate waves and compass patio
over looking the ocean is completed !!

(what celebrations will now happen on this space? )

67th Swiftsure Weekend

2010-05-29T14:22:00.000-07:00

Today the race sailed past by the front of the property.
Swiftsure is proud to dedicate this year’s race to our Canadian Navy,
in celebration of its 100th Anniversary.
The Swiftsure organizers are pleased to announce
that 180 yachts have registered for the 67th running of the race

NEW gatehouse

2010-05-28T20:40:00.000-07:00

the red cedar post & beam work with pergola & zen style cedar roof
now completes the creation of
the upper entrance gatehouse
a slate floor will be the final portion of this project
we await the laser etched slate crest to be completed
for the center "welcoming area" - all about the details -

... to ensure the privacy of our guests on property
we request new arrivals to phone
from the upper phone booth...

on FACEBOOK

2010-05-26T17:11:00.000-07:00

we welcome our guests to become a fan of

Craidelonna Oceanedge

on facebook

the SPHYNX

2010-05-19T15:13:00.000-07:00

Welcome a new member to the family

giZa

(like the pyramids of egypt)

she is a pure breed hypoallergenic blue tabby

sphynX

then on may 31st -2010 a second feline also joined the household

a pure red sphynX named

kYra

(they live in the caretaker's studio)

XYZ

work in progress

2010-05-15T15:29:00.000-07:00

an artwork masterpiece on the ground

emerges with the continual efforts of Alex Gagnon and his crew

with compass pointing to "the true north strong and free"

the wave patio is a continuation of the amphitheater wave

a tribute to the numerous surfs that help here on property

( no more gravel on ones journey to the large hot tub & sauna..)

ART - Marian White

2010-05-12T14:04:00.000-07:00

Introductions to the textured acrylic artworks of Marian White
this young victoria born artist was raised on queen charlotte islands
her vibrant art is influenced by a deep love of nature
and inspired by her west coast surroundings
she calls it "silent poetry"

most of the artwork in the hallways of Craidelonna is for sale

- shipping can be arranged when need -

thank you to those who support local artists and original art pieces

It all about OUR GUESTS

2010-04-17T22:37:00.000-07:00

some days it is so easy to get wrapped up

into the construction & new developments creation and design...

then along come a group of wonderful young future entrepreneurs

to remind us to stop and remember

it's all about OUR GUESTs

and how much they appreciate CRAIDELONNA

this weekend welcomed the students of

ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITY

and the mentorship program - personal development retreat

progress

2010-04-14T21:21:00.000-07:00

"pave paradise"

has a whole new concept
- the charcoal brick deck emerges -
as sun sets at the end of a long day...

laying the groundwork

2010-04-10T21:58:00.000-07:00

a compass is now forming on the ground
with the waves finding their places and positions
it all just looks like dirt right now..
as alex and his crew begin to lay the foundations and groundwork
for the new slate wave deck and compass
it becomes....

the DEstruction for CONstruction

2010-04-06T21:38:00.000-07:00

the old entrance archway and gate house is coming down today
in anticipation of a new phone booth with information center
a fully gated entrance this season
is intended to keep as many wild critters out of the fruit trees as possible

a second project on the go always keeps things interesting
so today we begin the excavation of the side patio
with the plans for the continuation of the slate wave
and charcoal interlock brick
( thoughts of a compass emerge)

windstorms & tulips

2010-04-02T21:24:00.000-07:00

Easter Weekend

(95+ km/hr) WINDSTORM

had little effect to these sturdy tulips that grow below the bull kelp railing on the crest of the ocean front cottage porch, these delicate flowers turned into the powerful winds seemingly engineered for no damage to their structure

(nature in harmony & balance )

numerous trees along the sooke road sides didn't fair as well, this weekends' storm filled the house with guests..regardless of being without power for 31 hours.. with a bit of survival training and a touch of community, a bunch of candles and loads of boardgames.. the wood burning sauna was stoked up, all our guests were kept happy and warm.. everyone had a memorable weekend..

since the each one of us got to experience first hand

THE EYE OF THE STORM
CRAIDELONNA STYLE

handmade furniture for the cottage

2010-03-31T20:59:00.000-07:00

we have renovated the cottage bedroom

with handmade cedar furniture

new colors of paints on the walls

and a comfy duvet wave of covers

A COSY BEDROOM HIDE-A-WAY

( overlooking the ocean )

original art work is for sale

on the gallery walls of craidelonna

representing the works of numerous local artists

BLOSSOMS of March

2010-03-05T18:15:00.001-08:00

the yellow plum

has burst into full blossom with the beginning of march

balmy 15+ c weather

SPRING IS HERE !

New Outside Staircase

2010-02-28T19:38:00.000-08:00

repairs lead to a total resortation/rebuild
the rotted fir steps have now been replaced
with a fresh cedar staircase with cool no-slip treads..

unexpected POTATO harvest

2010-02-15T19:30:00.000-08:00

so the potato crop was under the ground

go figure !

the tire gardens experiment actually worked...
this year we'll modify from last years lessons learnt in farming 101
and create an even bountifullier harvest next season
( the first potatoes i ever grew !! - delicious )

a season of the buddleia

2010-01-26T16:57:00.000-08:00

the eagles were extremely vocal today

as they perched in the tree tops above the lodge

( could love be in the air already??... sure feels like spring!!.. )

we began the first day to work in the gardens for season 2010

seems already that the plants are beginning to awaken

with + 10 degrees weather

today's sunshiny day was perfect of some early spring pruning

first of the kiwi vines

then a website lesson on early spring pruning of buddleia

that stated "be brave" and " prune it back hard"

please follow the adventure for a season of this beautiful plant

as additional photos are added as 2010 progresses

Buddleia davidii Butterfly Bush

today - January 2010

( for the non gardeners - that's the buddleia in the bottom right corner )

can't get enough SUNSET

2010-01-24T16:55:00.000-08:00

another

sunset photo !!

( just can't stop taking them)

each one unique and breathtaking

thankful to be on this island

this wonderful January Day - 2010

+ 17 degrees

seasons greetings

2009-12-25T21:13:00.000-08:00

Thank you

for a wonderful christmas morning beach walk

along the shoreLINES of craidelonna

this weeks holiday warm weather

has made for a rather colourful NOT WHITE season

our 2009 holiday sunset

Art - dak-O-ta

2009-12-01T21:41:00.000-08:00

the bull kelp field in the ocean waters in front of craidelonna

has stirred a fondness to this beautiful sea plant

this consignment request to artist
has created a"bullkelp like" image
this holiday season's newest gallery artwork

by dakota hamilton

ART -Caitlin Ambery

2009-11-30T16:56:00.000-08:00

welcome and introductions to caitlin ambery

and her vibrant "WHALEs PLAY "

(with kayakers in sooke basin)

original acrylic painting

this magical piece is created by a young victoria artist

who blessed our path and now lodge...

check out this very exciting link on youtube

from our local friends at west coast outdoor adventure rentals

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2M-ScKMzFHk

notice also in this photo

the new works of frederic baldwins - new maple burrel platters

adorn the craidelonna main room fireplace

ART - Patricia Carley

2009-10-24T22:14:00.001-07:00

a resurgence in the appreciation of FABRIC ART

has made Patricia Carley a celebrated local artist
with a new twist to an ancestral art form

CRAFTSman - Peter Elves

2009-10-23T21:45:00.000-07:00

Peter has created

a grand cedar slab bed

for the sunRISE bedroom of Craidelonna Lodge

build from the timber of a cedar that was fallen on the property a few years ago these slabs have had a long haul journey up the hillside of Craidelonna, to the mill for plaining in Sooke, then back to the workshop for its' design & creation, then the final journey back down the hillside ..

ART - Sue Perello

2009-10-15T20:41:00.000-07:00

one hundred walks on the beach
provide the working materials
for creator Sue Perello's
beachwood frames

the detail of craftsmanship
( artist christopher lucas painting reflectes in mirror)

ART - DAKoTA Hamilton

2009-10-12T18:44:00.000-07:00

original gold leaf de'copage'

"northern princess"

created by DAKoTA Hamilton

stands silent at the end of the hallway

guarded by her art by nature

"the warrior"

created by Steven VanVugt

ART - Frederick Baldwin

2009-10-05T21:24:00.000-07:00

the wood turnings of :
Frederick Baldwin

this little bird from salvation army story

has laid "three eggs" with some help from Fred

his candle art carvings are smooth polished & a wonderful gift

beautiful accent with detail to natural beauty ...

ART - Christopher Lucas

2009-10-01T20:44:00.000-07:00

the artwork of numerous local artists

now fills the spaces of craidelonna

shipping is available for guests who wish to

encouraged our local talents and the arts

introducing a few of the works of:

Christopher Lucas

During the month of October...

this blogg will be dedicated to the artists

whose works decorate our spaces

http://christopherlucas-art.blogspot.com/

Sunny September WEDDING

2009-09-26T16:00:00.000-07:00

the joining of

mcgrath & domingo

with love in their eyes

surrounded by their intimate circle

of family & friends

seamus & liz

were married today

at a sunny day ceremony

ocean front at the craidelonna amphitheater
the couple & guests dined on a sumptuous six course meal

prepared by the folks at

http://www.foodforthoughtcatering.net/
the room was set using the outside benches & tables
seating a festively decorated room seating 44 guests

the HUT

2009-09-16T17:55:00.000-07:00

the HUT has emerged

refreshed and set inside the forest lushness

the new exterior completed in local reclaimed board&baton cedar

the newly covered deck/veranda provides glimpse of the ocean
and the ultimate privacy of forested cosiness and nature
created for the rugged at heart...
this woodsie cottage has cold water only
and an outside composting toilet

there is a queen size bed located by ladder to a loft
above the modest kitchen that leads to the outside patio

this two room cabin has a front seating room
that can hold an additional blowup bed when needed

remote privacy & seclusion

Hannah & zacH WEDDING

2009-09-06T17:00:00.000-07:00

today our bride and groom planted at fruit tree

( an isu persimmon from Hannah & zacH )

exotic and different much like its planters

under the umbrellas of their guests

the couple was determined to their quest

an inspirational ceremony amidst the downpour of rain

we stood warmed by the love in their hearts

then all retreated to a fine dinner in the main room of the lodge

with fireplace crackling and candles glowed

a magical rainy day wedding

precious moment are planted

with Hannah & zacH

the FRUITS of our labour

2009-08-28T16:00:00.000-07:00

this season's golden plums
were shared and enjoyed fresh with numerous guests
it was mentioned how magical it is to take and eat direct from the tree
( fruit does not only come from grocery stores with sticker codes on them...)
some of the plums were preserved to a sweet/zesty plum sauce

the anticipate kiwi harvest looks great for the fall
these little ones will fill with falls rain
and be excellent by the beginning of winter for picking

back to basics ... back to NATURE-al

SUMMER's SUNSHINE

2009-08-20T17:18:00.000-07:00

"the life of a cat"

lazy SUNNY SUMMER days

soWell finds the best warm morning sunbeam spots ..

relaxed and soaking in the views of blue blue skies...hot august days

with cool evening ocean breezes in the evening

SUMMER IS AT CRAIDELONNA...

sowell has left the planet

7th December 2009

form to formlessness

this ancient creature

my friend

Alex & Dan

2009-08-15T17:00:00.000-07:00

Alexandra Simpson & Daniel Cunin

were married today

their guests released many monarch butterflies

at the ceremony of their marriage

the love within this beautiful couple

shines for all around them....

JULY GARDENS

2009-07-08T11:09:00.000-07:00

the gardens are in full glory

blooms and color everywhere

http://darshanphotography.com/

the gardens

2009-06-29T23:47:00.000-07:00

The gardens are full of life

with butterflies scampering from flower to flower

the neighbours honeybees
http://www.tugwellcreekfarm.com/

are enjoying the kiwi blooms and honeysuckle

SWIFTSURE

2009-05-23T17:06:00.000-07:00

the 66th annual International SWIFTSURE Yacht Race

a sunny beautiful afternoon for a race & a ride on the ocean
166 yachts took to the strait today

passing by the front of Craidelonna

Woodsie Cabin Restoration

2009-05-22T19:49:00.001-07:00

this week has begun renovations/restorational face lift

to the WOODSIE CABIN

located beyond the toilet herb gardens

of parsley/ chocolate mint / cilantro/ chives /sage & oregano

Pampered Fruit Trees

2009-05-02T19:28:00.000-07:00

hidden from all but the exploring guests

three espaliered fruit trees have found a home
with a glass roof and full southern exposure

* red haven peach

* Apricot

* early red Nectarine

a BEAUTIFUL rainy day WEDDING

2009-05-02T16:00:00.000-07:00

from morning into the afternoon a sprinkling of rain persisted
bench seating was set for 60 guests under the veranda
protected from a drizzle of wet

a violinist & cellist played wonderful music..
the clouds parted as the newlyweds were married
in front of the ocean - under the sky that held it drops

until the guests were seated for their dinner in the dining room

... and then it poured....

a rainy days' wedding blessing - warmed by the love of

Meaghan & Shane

HUMMINGBIRDS in the HONEYSUCKLE

2009-04-26T13:17:00.000-07:00

hummingbird have found "nectar nirvana" in the honeysuckle bush

creating a very small nest for their safe home

inside are two tiny "jellybean" size eggs
this new housing development is located
above the dining table of the side deck..

(THANX GUEST LAURA SCHNEIDER FOR CLOSE UP PHOTOGRAPHY)

RUBARB & fruit trees

2009-04-01T23:42:00.000-07:00

"grandpa's" rubarb plant

emerges from the ground
heralding the beginning of spring
this season has seen the planting of numerous fruit trees

- red haven peach ( espalier )

- apricot ( espalier )

- gravenstein red apple

- triple apple graph

with spartan/junagold/royal gala apples

- dessert fig

- flemish beauty pear

- lots of varieties of blueberries (early/mid & late season producers)

- asparagus & potatoes are also now in the ground

this seasons gardens reflect more sustainable local food security

http://solutions.viu.ca/affordable-sustainable-living-resources/local-movie-island-on-the-edge

RAINbows

2009-03-18T19:00:00.000-07:00

thanxs to guests erin & scott for the wonderful photo

outside the window of the sunset bedroom

"rainbow over the lighthouse at sherringham point"

a majical blue day of march

EAGLES - " love is in the air "

2009-03-13T15:27:00.000-07:00

the eagles have been mating all day today !!

furniture

2009-03-04T18:47:00.001-08:00

handmade cedar luggage racks and side tables

create a new look for the sunrise & rookery bedrooms

functional art with solid clean lines

and a new shelf in the sunset bathroom...

guests have spoken and we have listened

a space to place "bathroom gear"

ever changing...

getting better..

thetrench

2009-03-03T19:03:00.000-08:00

thanxs today for a water line trench that now extends to the lodge
this new line trenched deep into the earth protecting it the few days of winter's freeze that this hillside gets
- today was the first day for "tony's-trench "

it was once said "in all things one should even sweep a floor with the same passion that michaelangelo painted the systine chapel ceiling" -it is all about the details

way-far-UP VIEWS

2009-02-26T18:53:00.001-08:00

thanx brian for a cool vantage point photo
of the shore line of vancouver island
( craidelonna is hidden & snuggles in at the right shore of the "V"
bottom left corner of upper photo)
amazing vantage points await for those willing

to head up & hikes into the woods...

ATOP OF THE MATTERHORN

GARDENS AWAKEN

2009-02-18T17:10:00.001-08:00

Sowell inspected the new sprouts

today the first blooms of the season 2009 are uncovered
"the primula" heralds spring with beautiful bloosoms the tiger lillies are popping out everywhere
along with the tulips and early spring bulbs

THE GARDENs begin to some back to life!! ..

west coast rocks

2009-02-16T19:50:00.000-08:00

the Magic of a ROCK

exploring the beach in front of craidelonna

brings new adventures everyday

Swell & Surf

2009-02-14T20:01:00.000-08:00

A day of rolling swells in the ocean

turned into a night of pounding waves

Happy Valentine's

january SUNSET

2009-01-26T19:05:00.000-08:00

breathtakingly beautiful MOMENTS