Photo of our lot as seen by our neighbor above, NancyOur new beach house is located in an area known for wild winter storms and high wind. And we got it over the weekend! 75 mph gusts, thunder and lightning, torrential rains, even hail. Our neighbor captured the sunny aftermath of water flowing across our property.
While the builders make their final touches on the house, I am designing berms and paths and planting schemes. Our mission: only Island County native plants, self sustaining, no maintenance, let the grasses grow wild, protect from deer, and make it look natural. Bonus boulders are unearthed and plopped on top of the berms. Perfect perching spots for kids and dreamers.
In contrast to Kenda's elegant purple pumps... here is what my feet are up to!
Those wellies and your feet look like they've been very productive! Already the shape of your new garden is starting to emerge and it's looking GOOD! I love the 'indigenous only' approach and how those berms and boulders make the cottage look and feel even more comfortably nestled into its spot on the property... It's going to be a place of delight for kids and dreamers alike!
ReplyDeleteOh, and the view... aaaaaaaahhhhhh! Breathtaking.
ReplyDeleteStunning view! Cute wellies!!! Glad to hear that you weathered the storm. Hugs, Terri
ReplyDeleteso envious of your fabulous views!
ReplyDeleteOh how fun it would be if I could my feet dirty too and help you guys. Seems fun to me.
ReplyDeleteBeverly, What a great location. How wonderful for you to have a beautiful retreat like that. I hope to see it one day!
ReplyDeleteWhen I lived in Ketchikan we experienced extreme weather like you described. I found it very exciting!
ReplyDeletebeautiful beautiful view! you must be so excited to get things done over there - wind, rain and all :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely spot! Should be great for feeding your muse...
ReplyDeleteI agree with Arlene - extreme weather can be exciting!
Planning is the best part of implemaentation!
ReplyDeleteIf not purple, go plaid! And the added 'essence' of true grit, well...proves that plaid is not just for fashion anymore.
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning location! Extreme weather is always so much more dramatic and beautiful out of the city. I wish I was there!
ReplyDeletewow, beverly! just look at that beautiful view! i really do need to stop into your blog more often as there is all sorts of beautiful happening around here :)
ReplyDeletei don't have your direct email and i wanted to try to help you out with the calendar snafu? e me at lesophie(at)comcast(dot)net if you'd like :)
Beverly, what an amazing location for your new beach house! You have chosen well and are obviously giving all aspects of the design, home & yard, careful thought. We are working to transform our yard plantings gradually to only North Florida natives. In fact, I have been blogging about some of that just lately. I look forward to seeing your landscaping as it develops.
ReplyDeleteThe green space gradually decreasing so make green space in your surrounding through landscaping.
ReplyDeleteWow! What a breathtaking view, Beverly! This is one of the best things about having a beach house. You have a beautiful view of the sunset and it wouldn't take you long to feel the sand and the ocean waves. For me, the place was clean, friendly, and very wonderful!
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