07/28/2026
Some of the most meaningful reviews aren't written... they're painted.
Over the past six weeks, we've received three incredible gifts from guests, and we're honestly still a little speechless.
Vanessa spent an afternoon relaxing on our front porch and painted a beautiful watercolor of Vine Cottage while she was here.
Landon, who stayed with us for just one evening, surprised us with a detailed pencil sketch of the inn. We were amazed that a 12-year-old could capture it so beautifully after such a short visit.
One gift especially touched my heart.
Last summer, Kiely, the 16-year-old-daughter of a long time returning guest, asked me what my favorite place in the world was. I told her it was the beach at Pentwater, Michigan, where I spent many summers growing up. I never thought another thing about our conversation.
When she returned this year, she surprised me with this beautiful painting. She had looked up photos of Pentwater online, even though she'd never been there herself, and painted it just for me.
I'll admit... I got a little teary-eyed when she told me the story.
Each of these gifts now has a special place inside the inn. The artwork will hang on our walls for years to come. The kindness behind it will stay with us even longer.
To Vanessa, Landon, Kiley, and to all of our guests who have become part of the Vine Cottage Inn family...
Thank you!
