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Beautiful Golf Course Condo, Fort Myers - close to Sanibel in Fort Myers
- bedrooms 2
- baths 2
- sleeps 4
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- community Kelly Greens Golf and Country Club
- rates (USD) $ 1,700 - $ 3,700 / month
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Beautiful location on prestigious Country Club Golf Course, Fort
Myers, South West Florida - Kelly Greens Golf & Country Club.
Our spacious corner apartment is in a wonderful position with outstanding
views over the golf course and lakes. Recently tiled and newly
redecorated throughout.
Two bedrooms - one with king size bed and the other with twin beds -
and both with shower/bathroom. The master bathroom has just been completely re modelled.
The large living room has a double aspect to catch the morning sun.
All rooms are furnished to a very high standard with 2 flatscreen tv's and dvd player
and telephone with answering machine.
The fully fitted kitchen has fridge/freezer, dishwasher, cooker and
microwave and many other appliances.
The property has air conditioning and ceiling fans and washer and
All bed linen and towels are provided with everything you will need
for a wonderful vacation.
Your own parking space is just a short level walk to the front door.
Breakfast on the screened lanai overlooking the 2nd tee!
condo rental amenities
Located within 3 miles of Fort Myers beach and 3 miles of Sanibel
and Captiva Islands the apartment is perfectly situated for the most
beautiful beaches in the whole of South West Florida.
Great shopping is nearby with a wide choice of restaurants and
Just a 20 minute drive from South West Florida airport.
activities and attractions in Fort Myers Gulf Coast South
The 18 hole par 72 championship golf course plays 6800 yards and
offers abundant challenges to the low handicapper while being player
friendly to those new to the game.
A swimming pool and tennis courts are a very short walk from the
The Clubhouse has a magnificent bar and restaurant and a beautiful
swimming pool with fitness room.
Just make contact for further details of this great vacation
vacation rental rates
Rental Rates: $per month + tax
April 2013 $2,750
May - Nov 2013 $1,700
Dec - Jan 2014 $3,250
Feb - March 2014 $3,700
April 2014 $2,750
May - Nov 2014 $1,700
Rates include local telephone calls, a cleaning charge and
Free High Speed Wireless Internet.
We are sorry but absolutely no smoking and no pets.
For UK guests - 2 or 3 week rentals considered. Please make contact
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Continuing the theme of festivals and outdoor events, this week's Day Tripper destination finds Peddler's Village (Routes 202 & 263, Lahaska, PA) readying the 20th edition of its Fine Arts and Contemporary Crafts Show.
This juried outdoor exhibition features original artwork including paintings, drawings, photographs, sculpture, jewelry and contemporary crafts with cash prizes being awarded in three categories: "Fine Art," "Contemporary Crafts," and "Photography."
Eve Gelman, public relations manager for Peddler's Village, wanted to make sure people understood this was not merely an insider's contest. "All the artists will be displaying their work on the Main Green of Peddler's Village, which is a beautifully landscaped section, and children especially enjoy watching as the art is being made there."
Aside from the presentations, live entertainment and children's activities where they will get the opportunity to make their own crafts will also be on hand.
Peddler's Village on an ordinary day offers a scenic array of colonial-style buildings, gardens, shopping options and much more. This scenic destination spot has been in Pennsylvania for 50 years, and visitors have walked its brick pathways to the area's array of dining possibilities and enjoyed family fun at Giggleberry Fair, their amusement center.
Their 50th anniversary offerings promise a year full of special birthday festivities, contests, promotions, signature 50th anniversary merchandise, and of course, the annual Fine Arts & Contemporary Crafts Show on Saturday, June 2, and Sunday, June 3, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. While Peddler's Village would always be a nice trip to take, this year's circumstances highlight its unique spirit, so we've made it this installment of Day Tripper, a weekly look at destinations that are out of town, but in reach, and worth the trip.
Estimated Travel Time: 1 hour. For detailed directions, click here.
Why it's Worth the Trip: Any day at Peddler's Village is a good day, but for 2012 you can get into the anniversary mood, and for the Fine Arts and Contemporary Crafts Show you can see creative minds and hands at work in the warm late-springtime weather.
How to Get There From Here: Detailed driving directions.
You'll Probably Get Hungry: The Buttonwood Grill is Peddler's Village's latest restaurant with scenic outdoor dining, but you also have old favorites like The Cock & Bull, Hart's Tavern, Peddler's Pub, and for the kids the Painted Pony Café at Giggleberry Fair (more in a moment) all within walking distance, so give the car a rest and go for a stroll.
While You're in the Area: For the kids, Giggleberry Fair is an amusement center featuring an indoor obstacle course, a carousel, a game room and a lot more – designed to get your kids good and tired. Peddler's Village is in the midst of lots of purchasing options, from Bucks County outlet shopping to Antiques Row along Route 202, to New Hope, PA shops and flea markets.
More than 40 of the region's best artists will exhibit and sell a variety of work including paintings, photography, wood creations, mixed media, jewelry, pottery, glasswork, fiber creations, and ceramics.
Gelman said the definition of "region" however is rather broad. "We're really talking about the entire Mid-Atlantic Region, so we have artists and craftspeople arriving from Pennsylvania, New York State, New Jersey, Delaware and the Washington D.C. area."
Artists were juried in by a committee of art experts, ensuring only the highest quality of exhibited work. Judges ranging from fellow local artists, art professors, and art dealers will select show winners on Saturday, awarding $2,000 in cash prizes. One artist will receive the Founders Award and Peddler's Village will purchase the artwork for the Jamison Family's art collection on permanent display in the Village.
"The origination of the show came from Peddler's Village's founder Earl Jamison who wanted to celebrate the arts as well (as the Village's historical setting)," Gelman said. "It started very small but now we're up to more than forty exhibiting artists and participants."
The Village also has live entertainment planned for visitors: Saturday, June 2 from Noon to 2 p.m. features jazz ensemble A Perfect 5th at the Main Green Gazebo. Peter Pix will play cover songs at the Courtyard starting at 1 to 3 p.m.
2 to 4 p.m. offers Rendition, a swing-jazz group, at the Main Green Balcony.
Sunday, June 3 finds the duo The Overtones playing the Main Green Balcony from Noon to 2 p.m.
1 to 3 p.m. has blues/funk musician Tony Alosi at the Courtyard.
1 to 3 p.m. gives Jersey Harmony Chorus, an a'Capelle unit, strolling the grounds as they perform. Last but not least, 2 to 4 p.m. has the Eric Mintel Quartet at the Gazebo.
The Peddler's Village 50th Anniversary Landscape Design Competition in partnership with Delaware Valley College also kicks off on this weekend. Students from DelVal were chosen from a group of ten landscape design students who competed for their designs to be planted on the Peddler's Village Street Road Green flower beds: Christopher Casola, Junior, Ornamental Horticulture/Environmental Design; Cecilia Probst, Junior, Ornamental Horticulture/Environmental; and Kristen Ryan, Senior, Floriculture. The public can vote at Peddler's Village for their favorite design from June 2 through Aug. 13. The winner of the competition will be announced on Sep. 15.
The show is held rain or shine. Admission and parking are free, and Eve Gelman reminded all that, "The area is very visit-friendly with thousands of parking spaces all throughout Peddler's Village. Come early and stay all day. We look forward to seeing you here!"
For more information, please visit www.peddlersvillage.com or call 215-794-4000.

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Does anyone notice this trend? I'm one that monitors lens prices and have noticed that every time there's a "discount" it's just an excuse for an increase in pricing. The so called discount is actually the current price and they actually raised the base price. So once, the "promotion" period is over, the lens prices actually gets increased. I'm very sure that 70-200 IS II was going for less than $2000 last year! Of course, the general public wouldn't notice and there's nothing we can do about it either! Argh!
I bought my 70-200 II last year for $1999 refurbed from canon, new retail price at the time was $2499. I don' t think they are raising the prices when they have rebates.


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Marquez, Ward, Froch and Katsidis make this a great weekend for boxing fans.
Shane Mosley hopes to rebound after "the loss".
I encourage everyone to read it this week, as it's filled will all kinds of great material (some of which I may write on independently, once I get the time). Most interesting tidbits: Michael Katsidis may face Robert Guerrero on BAD on March 27; on April 17, a Pavlik-Martinez / Bute-Miranda doubleheader looks likely; and promoters are working on a Darchinyan-Donaire rematch. In his blog, Rafael also mentions the possibility of a Andre Berto-Paulie Malignaggi Haiti benefit fight, Timothy Bradley-Marcos Maidana, and Zab Judah-Carlos Quintana or Victor Cayo.
In Dan Rafael's latest blog entry, he notes that some potentially interesting matchups are being discussed, including Juan Manuel Marquez-Juan Diaz (with a possible Marquez-Barrera rematch if that falls through) and Jermain Taylor-Lucian Bute. He also mentions that Berto-Mosley seems unlikely (not enough extra $$ for the risk of fighting Mosley instead of Collazo, plus he'd have to vacate his belt) and that Tarver actually did not have a rematch clause for the Dawson fight.
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Forgive but I forget the manager's name who helped me but my movers were hours late in arriving to pick up my items from my apartment. I called Uncle Bob's and the manager was willing to come back to the storage unit and help me activate my unit and get everything set up. Otherwise I would have been in major trouble with a full truck of items with nowhere to go. Awesome service. -BradBrad from New York, NY
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I have rented storage at Uncle Bob's for many years, I am very satisfied with every aspect. Both Halima and Ricardo at the Bay Shore facility are great !! They are friendly and knowledgeable. The facility is always clean and well taken care of. I never hesitate to recommend it to others.Robert from Brightwaters, NY
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Romney Ahead in Rural America Voting Intentions Survey
The election is approaching quickly - and Farm Journal Pulse sent a text message survey to farm country asking how they will vote in the Presidential election. After 1,984 votes - 85-percent say they are voting for Mitt Romney. Romney calls farmers and ranchers the backbone of America - saying they play a critical role in ensuring Americans across the country have access to safe and affordable food. Romney says the fruit of their labor nourishes the world - and he admires farmers and ranchers' hard work in harvesting this country's bountiful resources. While he seems to have won the heart of a majority of rural America - everyone will see on Tuesday if he has won the heart of the majority of the rest of the country.
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WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 27: U.S. President Barack Obama looks at the Cancer Research project of Elena Simon, New York City during the 2014 White House Science Fair at the White House, May 27, 2014 in Washington, DC. Obama hosted the science fair to announce new steps as part of his Educate to Innovate campaign, and celebrated student winners of a range of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) competitions from across the country. (Photo by Aude Guerruccip-Pool/Getty Images)
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LAWRENCEVILLE - An off-duty DeKalb County police officer is in serious condition after a collision early Monday on Interstate 85 in which his disabled vehicle was struck by a tour bus, police said.Gwinnett police spokesman Cpl. Illana Spellman said the officer was traveling northbound on Interstate 85, near Jimmy Carter Boulevard, when his dark-colored pickup truck hydroplaned and struck the median wall. Moments later, the vehicle was struck from behind by a tour bus, she said. The incident occurred about 1 a.m. Monday. The officer, who has not been identified, is in serious condition at Gwinnett Medical Center. The driver of the tour bus was not injured. No passengers were on the bus. Police did not release the tour bus company's name. The officer's truck was in an angled position, investigators said, and its taillights may not have been visible to the driver of the bus. The roads were slick due to early morning rain showers. It is unknown if the driver of the tour bus will face charges, Spellman said.
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The injured driver of the tanker truck that overturned Monday morning in Posey County is out of the hospital and back home with his family.
The driver of the tanker truck, 59-year-old John Schmitt, said that he feels perfectly fine. Schmitt does have stitches and some bruising, but no broken bones. Seeing pictures of the overturned tanker he was driving makes that all the more shocking.
Both John Schmitt and his son, Greg, have expressed how thankful they are to everyone who helped get him home safely, from the drivers who stopped, to the state police, and those in the emergency room. They say it's just another reason for the family to be thankful this holiday season.
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General wedding policiesThe couple and 80% of their guests must stay at the same Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed. Only 20% of the total group can stay at another hotel chain.
Guests staying in other hotels must purchase a day pass to attend the ceremony and dinner reception.
For weddings at Riu Yucatán guests staying at a sister hotel do not have to pay a day pass.
If wedding guests for a ceremony to be perform at Riu Yucatán are not staying at a sister hotel, they will have to pay a day pass of $65.00 USD per person. *Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
Couples must respect the arrival date, they have to arrive at least two (2) full business days for symbolic/religious ceremony and three (3) full business days for a civil ceremony, prior the wedding date (not counting weekends, National Holidays and the arrival day).
Weddings are not performed on Sundays & National holidays.
Confirmed weddings cancelled within a month of the ceremony date or upon arrival to the hotel will be charged a cancellation fee of $250.00 USD.
Maximum capacity of Riu Yucatán: 80 persons.
External vendors are allowed if they are staying at the Hotel where the wedding will be performed or if they pay a Vendor's Fee of $250.00 USD per person.
Documentation (Only for Civil/legal Ceremonies)
- Regular Copies of Passports (Bride, Groom and 4 witnesses)
- Regular Copies of Tourist Cards, provided at your arrival to Mexico (Bride, Groom and 4 witnesses)
- Blood Test (It can be done only at the resort)
- Couple under 18 years parents must be witnesses.
If applicable:
- Divorce Decree (Regular Copy)
- Death Certificate of previous partner (Not needed)
* * * Please notice that we require 4 witnesses that must have at least 18 years old. They would have to arrive three full business days prior the ceremony as well as the couple * * *
- All documents must present the same names or have a legal document that states that the name has been changed.
- Last names must match with the parent's last name.
- The couple have to bring all the documents upon arrival to the on site wedding coordinator. The couple do not have to send anything in advance.
- Translation into Spanish: The required documents must be translated into Spanish by a certified translation office/bureau in Mexico country. This process must be done at your arrival to the hotel; please take in consideration that original documents must be present with an apostille and there are extra charges that must be cover by the couple for translations.
- Apostille: Is a certified seal that authenticates the signature of the public official who has signed the document. An apostille certificate confirms the person who signed a document has the authority to do so and that the document should therefore be recognized as legal without further evidence in another member state of the Hague Convention. The Apostille must be required in the State where the document was made. The Foreign Offices of each state and country can provide the apostille. In fact, you should apostille the documents before arrive to the hotel.
- Blood Test: Are required for legal weddings in Mexico. HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, herpes and all the STD´s are tested. Tests must be performed in Mexico by a certified doctor (for the medical certificate).
The onsite coordinator will arrange the doctor appointment in your hotel room. It is very important to mention that If one of the tests appears positive the ceremony cannot be performed.
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If the bride or the groom own the Nationality of the country where the wedding will be performed, they need to notify this information in advance to the Sales Executive due that these type of marriages need to follow different legal requirements.
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- For Civil & Religious weddings: The Marriage Certificate will be sent to the couple three to four months after the wedding.Once you receive it, we suggest you take it to your Government's City Hall to update your civil status.
- Important: As each country has specific requirements, we would recommend you to contact your respective Embassy or Consulate in order to get the complete information regarding the procedure that you have to follow in order to legalize your Marriage Certificate in your country. * Riu Hotels and Resorts is not responsible of this legal procedure.
- For Symbolic weddings & Renewal of Vows: The couple will receive a marriage certificate without legal bearing on the wedding date.
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Tommy Palmer is a veteran Radio/Television Broadcaster who resides in Georgia. He began his broadcast career at the age of 16.
He currently produces several syndicated Radio programs: "Countdown To Kickoff," "The Georgia High School Football Radio Scoreboard Show," "This Week's Top Games," and "This Week's Top Ten teams."
Palmer is an Associated Press award-winning Sports Broadcaster, who has broadcast over 300 football games, 400 basketball games and hundreds of baseball games during his career, including the GHSA Football and Basketball finals on GPB-TV.
As a published author, "The Daisy Boys Club," is the first book in a series, about Palmer's growing up in a simpler place and time. Book one in the three-book series is a collection of short stories about faith, family, friends and the community he grew up in.
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Is there a player on the Seahawks considered more important to the team moving forward than Mike Williams?
With the team deciding to give him a three-year, $11.2 million contract extension as a present on his 27th birthday Jan. 3, it certainly seems all of a sudden as though Williams — despite being out of the NFL the previous two seasons — has become the most obvious building block in the foundation that head coach Pete Carroll and GM John Schneider have been assembling in their first year on the job, mostly on the fly.
"Yeah, it's so weird the way it all came together for him," said one daily team observer. "He just came in for a tryout, not expecting anything. Even he was surprised."
But what became very unsurprising was the constant mismatch Williams provided with his rare size and quickness on the perimeter — a presence so strong that T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Deion Branch, who were both big-ticket acquisitions, became expendable in Carroll's eyes.
In a sense, it seems fitting that a player many had relegated to big-time bust status has become the undisputed centerpiece of a team that had to have set a record for transactions, moving players in and out with abandon and making it pretty hard for onlookers to determine the team's actual identity.
Which leads to a question very much worth asking: Who else, besides Williams, are considered the biggest building blocks on the Seahawks?
"I would start with the 2010 draft class, with guys like (first-round OLT Russell) Okung, (first-round FS Earl) Thomas, (fourth-round CB Walter) Thurmond and (fifth-round SS Kam) Chancellor definitely being counted on a lot," the observer told PFW. "After that, I would go with (star RS) Leon Washington, who has become a major presence both on and off the field; (starting OLB) David Hawthorne, who signed an extension early in the season; and (MLB) Lofa (Tatupu).
"Even though Tatupu is not the player he was in his first three seasons, Carroll just loves the guy because he's like a coach on the field and gets everything set properly.
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Nice post by grumpnet that explores the hopefulness that many of us feel at the beginning of the season, despite the recent struggles.
It wasn't a great year for the marquee sports around the WVU campus but there were a few highlights we need to spotlight.
A trophy option for our yearly meeting with the Red Raiders. Other options could be the upset trophy as long as the visiting team comes in undefeated and ranked.
In 21 days, we'll all be checking that we have enough ice in the cooler. The pros amongst us will be reloading about this time.
The dull gray walls at Mountaineer Field are about to get a touch up. Hopefully it's something we can handle.
Nope. I'm just a normal IT guy. A computer geek. A nerd minus the pocket protector. A lover of anything BioWare, Elder Scrolls, Madden and BF3 (although Curt Schilling's ex-company 38 Studios put out an awesome game in Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning). But more importantly, I'm a Chiefs fan. With the recent signings that Dorsey has pulled off and the #1 pick projection being more elusive and at the same time being aimed at a CB that isn't even half of what Deion Sanders was (and Deion was drafted at #5), I think the argument for Geno can still be played. And it should be, with good reason. (Cont.) Geno Smith and the "Aaron Rodgers Treatment"
"The Sooners received 32 of 41 first-place votes and totaled 396 points. West Virginia was chosen second with 339 points and garnered seven first-place tallies. Texas was picked third, followed by defending Big 12 champion Oklahoma State in fourth. TCU and Kansas State each received a first-place vote and finished fifth and sixth, respectively. Baylor, Iowa State, Texas Tech and Kansas rounded out the poll."
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Peaceful Family Retreat
Review submitted: July 12, 2014 Date of arrival: July 5, 2014
We just returned from a week at this Autumn Lake chalet. We had never been there before, and it was everything we expected. The pictures and information on the website are very accurate. The owner, Dave, was extremely helpful from our first inquiry on HomeAway until the day we left his chalet. He clearly loves meeting people and helping them to enjoy the beauty of his vacation home. They really thought of EVERYTHING! We did not venture out much because we were having too much fun kayaking, fishing, playing cards, reading, and spending some quality family time. We did visit Salmon River Falls, and that was very close by and a beautiful spot. We especially liked that our dog was welcome to join us. I would recommend this property to others and will probably rent it again sometime in the future.
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Excellent place to rent
Review submitted: October 9, 2013 Date of arrival: September 29, 2013
Dave and Roz were gracious hosts and clearly communicated all details about the house. They were very easy to work with throughout the process and genuinely nice people. The house itself was clean and well stocked (included a mountain of board games which we really enjoyed) and very cozy. We enjoyed the electric fireplace in the living room and the real firepit outside. The lake is beautiful and very relaxing to take a boat out on and go fishing. We stayed here with 4 adult couples (and our 7 month old baby) and felt quite comfortable. We already want to rent next year! I would highly recommend this property. Thanks again Dave!
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Beautiful, peaceful and private.
Review submitted: August 16, 2013 Date of arrival: August 4, 2013
The Chalet was all Dave and Roz advertise. The home is well kept, clean and just down right gorgeous. Very quiet and private spot. My family (wife, 2 daughters, 2 son-in-laws, 3 grandsons) had a extremely relaxing week. My 5 and 7 year old grandsons swam, kayaked and caught fish when ever they felt like it. They both have told me they that they want to live there! The satellite TV came in handy to quiet them down before bed time. Dave does a great job of communicating facts about the house and area. We enjoyed the fish hatchery, Salmon River falls and Sandy Island Beach State park just minutes away. If you're looking for some tranquility THIS IS the place for you. Many thanks to Dave and Roz. Peace.
Owners response:
Thanks you Chuck and Deloris for the pleasurable experience of renting our home to your fabulous family! It really means a lot to be part of your vacation memories. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Hope to see you again.
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Review submitted: May 7, 2013 Date of arrival: November 11, 2012
Dave and Roz,
Bill, Justine and myself can't thank you enough for providing such a great place for us to stay and enjoy our annual fall fishing trip to Altmar. The house was immaculate and everything we needed was there, we couldn't have asked for more. We would highly recommend your chalet for anyone looking for a great place to stay and enjoy a week or more of R&R. We're already booked again for 2013 and looking forward to another great week in Altmar. The fishing can be hit or miss but we know the accommodations are always first class, which makes it easier to relax after a long day fishing. Thanks again, see you this fall.
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Fishing trip to Pulaski NY (Chalet)
Review submitted: January 9, 2013 Date of arrival: October 21, 2012
I'm a little behind on writing this review for our fishing trip to Pulaski NY in October 2012. However, I wanted to make sure that everyone that is planning a vacation has an opportunity to check with Dave & Roz before staying anywhere else. My son and I stayed at the Chalet in October of 2012 and 2011. This is truly a beautiful place. In addition to the fishing, we always enjoy the peaceful Private Lake. Trust me; you cannot beat the comfort of staying here. All the privacy you need and very clean. Dave and Roz are hardworking people that go the extra mile to make certain that everyone is happy here. Go, stay and relax. You will not regret one moment. Thanks again Dave & Roz you're the best of the best. Larry Sr. & Larry Jr.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Guys Fishing Trip
Review submitted: September 11, 2012 Date of arrival: August 5, 2012
The house is beautiful and the fishing was amazing!!!! Myself and six of my high school friends got together for a guy's fishing trip at the chalet. There was plenty of room for all of us and we did not need to leave the house once because it had everything we needed. We had a fishing tournament on the final Saturday and I lost even though I caught 28 fish in just 3 hours!! We had a great time sitting by the fire or on the deck just reminiscing about old times. The week was everything we hoped it would be and more and will definitely be back. Thanks for everything!!!!!
Owners response:
Nothing more I like to here about Autumn Lake is the fishing is awesome! Our private lake is respected by all and catch and release makes it one of the most productive lakes in upstate NY. Too bad you missed the 8 pounder that our neighbor John caught (and released) back into the lake in September. Thanks for the Review!
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Fantastic Vacation Rental
Review submitted: September 3, 2012 Date of arrival: July 29, 2012
I was looking for a relaxing place to say that would allow me to stay off the grid and away from any stress. This chalet offered everything I was looking for and much more. I also wanted to enjoy some quality time with my wife and grown children. We all enjoyed every aspect of the stay.
The cottage has every possible amenity you could imagine. We literally only needed to bring our clothes and some food. The kitchen has everything needed. There were games, TV, wireless network and extremely comfortable furniture. Dave also provided all the boats and water craft we needed. I had asked about bringing my own kayaks and he stated that they had everything I would need. That saved me the work of packing all my gear. He even provided all the fishing gear we needed. I lost count at 25 large and small mouth bass we caught. We spent all day on and in the water. The beach area was great for floating, swimming and relaxing. Nothing better than having the entire cove to yourself. I saw one other boat the entire week. We took advantage of the great fire pit, gas grill and deck. We were outside almost the entire week. The one day we had some rain we enjoyed the games, reading and the very comfortable home.
Dave has to be the nicest guy I have ever rented from. He was very easy to work with and took care of any needs. Dave and Roz keep the place extremely clean and in great shape.
I would highly recommend the cottage for anyone that wanted a relaxing vacation and didn't want to worry about packing a lot of extra gear. The location is beautiful and quiet. If you are interested in some day trips you are not far from the Salmon River falls, 1000 Islands and wine country. We did take one day trip to the 1000 Islands. We toured the boat museum and castles both of which were well worth the trip.
Thank you Dave and Roz for one of the best vacations we've had in years!
Owners response:
Thanks for the thoughtful review Doug, Don't be a stranger and feel free to come back and pack-up more memories.
Dave and Roz
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Great place, great owners.
Review submitted: August 22, 2012 Date of arrival: August 12, 2012
This cottage is an ideal place to spend if you're looking for a quiet, relaxing, place to vacation. The cottage is on a small cove and there are no motors allowed on the lake. You won't see jetski's flying by or the roar of outboard motors. The cottage itself is very well equipped with most everything you'll need including a propane BBQ which is a new addition to the place and it works great. There are dozens of games inside for rainy days and outdoor games for the nice weather. Boats, rods, and life jackets are all provided.
The owner – Dave goes out of his way to make sure that your stay is a great experience. He's there to greet you, and to see you on your way. He checks in by phone just to make sure there's no issues (the smile never leaves his face either).
I'd recommend this place to people who are looking to relax and enjoy nature, to get away from the noise. The stars at night are amazing, we saw whitetail deer, wild turkey, grouse. We caught frogs, bugs, and many largemouth bass on the lake. The forest is great as well, a nice trail where the kids can run and play without getting eaten alive by bugs.
The falls nearby is a "must see" and be sure to bring a large container to put water into as there's a spring on the way to the falls on the side of the road where you can get ice cold spring water. This saves you time and money by not having to buy water in town. We also spent a day at a state park – Sandy Island Beach State Park, it's about a 30 min drive and it's a nice beach with life guards and a small cost to enter.
If you want a quiet, relaxing, vacation, next to wilderness, but still with wi-fi, satellite tv, and a microwave oven, I'd recommend this place. It's great for any age.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Roz and I so appreciate your thoughtful review. It is always our hope that your stay will bring back fond family memories and hopefully future family memories for years to come. Come back soon!
Our Best,
Dave and Roz Fernandes
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Comforting & Beyond Beautiful
Review submitted: November 16, 2011 Date of arrival: October 23, 2011
I've been visiting New York for the excellent fishing on and off over the last 20+ years. I've enjoyed the places that I have stayed. Usually, once I get comfortable, I normally don't change places. However, this was the first year that my son was going to join me on the fishing trip. We decided to start fresh with a new place. We found the Chalet while looking at vacation homes. Sometimes, you just know when you hit a winner. I contacted Dave and found him to be super friendly and welcoming. My son and I decided to give it a try. WOW!!!! What great people. Dave and his wife Roz should win some type of award for friendliness. They even called us on our cell phone while we were driving to New York from Maryland just to check on us and to make sure everything was okay. Once we arrived, they gave us the grand tour of the Chalet, offered to share fishing equipment and the secrets of the lake. I can't even begin to tell you how relaxed and comfortable we felt staying there. I can't imagine staying anywhere else when we return for our next trip. Thank you again Dave and Roz. You're the best of the best. Larry Sr. & Larry Jr.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, families with teenagers, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Fabulous Fun and Relaxation had by ALL!
Review submitted: October 25, 2011 Date of arrival: October 9, 2011
This was our second stay at the Chalet. Roz and Dave are make you feel so welcome, and comfortable - like your part of the family. They are there to greet you, show you what is new, how to work things, etc. There is nothing that you could possibly want, that is not there at the Chalet. Outside - boats and rods for fishing in the lake (which my son did non-stop). Fire pit, with benches to spend the evening sitting and chatting by the fire. Large deck with table and enough seating for everyone to have morning coffee, afternoon tea, or evening hot chocolate, taking in the beautiful scenery. A Charcoal, and red heat grill. And a dog kennel for your furry kids! Inside the chalet - its inviting, and cozy. Plenty room for everyone to have their own space. Satellite tv, wireless internet, numerous board games, well stocked kitchen with appliances / utencils, anything you could possibly need on vacation. We have stayed at numerous vacation rentals, but none that compare to the Chalet and its owners. We know that when we arrive, everything is clean, and working. No need to worry what it may be like. The Chalet is close to town and salmon river, yet far enough out that your not bothered by all the salmon fisherman and traffic. We knew from the first stay at the Chalet we would not have to look any further, and we would be going back year after year. Thank you Roz and Dave for sharing with us your Chalet.
Owners response:
Looking over my reviews I realized that I never submitted a response to last years review. So Sorry, but for all you readers...Tammy is back with her family this year and is fishing the lake with son Dalton,and clan, catching bass. Truly one of my Favorite fab families, that I look forward to seeing, year after year. Go hook a lunker for me and take a pic, Dalton.
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Review submitted: August 17, 2011 Date of arrival: August 7, 2011
Our family stumbled upon this rental while looking for a vacation that everyone could enjoy without the usual tourist traps. Dave and Roz are wonderful-they greet you on your arrival and help get you situated. The home is amazing and very comfortable-everything you could ever need is provided. We fished everyday and even our 2yr old grandson couldn't wait for the next fish to be caught-you could tell he thought that was pretty exciting and would pet each one before they went back into the lake. We also enjoyed the kayaks-they were also used everyday. We also played horseshoes and bocce ball and went on a few trails to find some geocaches. The lake is beautiful and private-usually we were the only ones on it. We called the one end of the cove Turtle Log Bay-always saw several turtles sunning themselves on a log as well as seeing a beaver-very serene. And for some reason we were very intrigued with the old water tower built in 1914-very interesting as well as the Salmon river fallls. Thanks Dave and Roz for thr experience-it was a pleasure to meet you!!!-you really made us feel right at home and at ease. chip & donna
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, sight seeing
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The Chalet on Autumn Lake
Review submitted: July 20, 2011 Date of arrival: July 10, 2011
just came back from the greatest vacation ever at Dave and Roz's Chalet. They are the best hosts ever. They think of everything you could possibly need. The men caught fish every time they cast into the water. There are kayaks and boats which are great fun. The house is beautiful and so comfortable. The place is so peaceful you think you are in heaven and don,t want to leave. But when you do there is shopping close by and waterfalls, the Salmon river and a fish hatchery. Of course, there is alot more things around, but we never wanted to leave to go to them! We can't wait to go back next year.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Our family vacation!
Review submitted: June 28, 2011 Date of arrival: June 12, 2011
My extended family stayed at the chalet for a week and completely enjoyed every minute. The property is situated on a beautiful private lake that we pretty much had to ourselves. The house provided all the amenities that we needed including a washer & dryer, a completely amenable kitchen, fishing poles & supplies, a charcoal grill and large deck. The house was neat, clean, and very comfortable. We roasted marshmallow over the fire at night and relaxed during the day. I have to admit that all of us (4 adults, 3 children and, 2 puppies) found the vacation we were all wishing for.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, pet-friendly, romantic getaway
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Rest & Relaxation!
Review submitted: June 16, 2011 Date of arrival: June 5, 2011
Our family (7 adults) had a great time at the Chalet! It was so peaceful and inviting. One of my favorite things was sipping tea on the deck with my husband as we listened to the birds chirping...so peaceful & relaxing.
Salmon River Falls were awesome! Fishing was great! Enjoyed kayaking, boating, watching an osprey feed on fish from the lake....the list goes on!
The home was well prepared, and all interactions with Dave were very prompt, friendly, and courteous. Thanks for a great family vacation!
Recommended for: age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Roz and I really appreciate the time you took to write such a complementary review. Please do come back another time. It was a pleasure to have met you and we thank you for your patronage.
My Best,
Dave Fernandes
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Fishing paradise
Review submitted: October 19, 2010 Date of arrival: October 3, 2010
By luck i found this property on line and what a find it was ! After 23 years of various accomodations that we put up with ,we can now say we look forward to the house as well as the fishing.David greated us on our day of arrival ,shared his house as well as all of the boats and equipment he has on site. The property is well equiped for any vacation you may be on ,and the setting is perfect.. I would highly recommend the place for any vacation . We will see you again on October 2nd ,2011 Larry Williams
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Your group will always have a home away from home at the Chalet. It is our hope that we continue to strive to improve your experience when you visit our great fishery.
Thank you Larry for your kind and very much appreciated feedback.
Dave Fernandes
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Beautiful Lake front home
Review submitted: September 1, 2010 Date of arrival: August 15, 2010
In our many years of vacationing on lakes, this home is truly one- of -a -kind! Beautifully decorated and fully furnished; making you feel right at home from the minute you step foot in the front door. The lake is beautiful and great fun kayaking around the lake and spending countless fishing. Two of my sons truly enjoyed plotting out their fishing strategies in quest for "the big one!" Driving just a few miles down the road, a visit to see the Salmon River Falls is a nice midday outing. Whether you enjoy reading a book, hiking and biking,fishing or just relaxing on the deck overlooking the lake- this is the place for you to vacation! We cannot thank you both enough for opening up your home and sharing it with us. Truly a gem of a vacation home
The Reed Family ( Karl, Nancy, Kyle, Andrew & Ryan)
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Your kind words mean the world to both Rosalind and Myself.
It was truly a pleasure to have your family stay at our home. It is our hope that you will make it a tradition and plan on revisiting us again in the future.
Dave and Roz
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the best ever
Review submitted: August 9, 2010 Date of arrival: August 1, 2010
My family and I have been vacationing in the Adirondaks and thousand Islands for over 10 years and the Chalet is by far the best place we have stayed. Dave and Roz are amazing hosts, they really care that their guests have what they need and have fun. Thank you Dave and Roz for all that you do to make our vacation wonderful.
Jan, Bruce, Bob, Beth.
Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
Owners response:
The pleasure of meeting your wonderful family was all ours and we look forward to seeing you next year. Thank you for such a nice complement.
God Bless,
Dave, Roz, Bear and Dexter.
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Review submitted: July 13, 2010 Date of arrival: July 4, 2010
Just came back from a great week at Daves Cottage. He made sure to be there to greet us and to see us off a week later. The property was impeccable and had everything we needed. We even had a 5 day heat wave but the lake and the new air conditioning in the bedrooms made sure we were comfortable. Thanks for the great time and memories
Recommended for: adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet-friendly, tourists without a car, romantic getaway
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Awesome vacation!
Review submitted: June 7, 2010 Date of arrival: May 30, 2010
My family and I, 5 adults and 1 child, rented this house the week of 5/30-6/06 and we were extremely pleased! Dave was a pleasure to deal with and was very accommodating. He made sure that my 4 year old daughter had a fishing pole ready to go when we got there and she was thrilled! Being able to use the boats & kayaks that were on the property was a HUGE bonus! Fishing on Autumn lake was so much fun because we caught tons of fish each time we went out.
The house had pretty much everything that we needed for our stay. It was clean and well maintained, beautiful! You can see that Dave and his wife take pride in their home which is something that is hard to come by with some rental properties. They want to you have a great time and they make you feel like you're good friends.
This was definitely a vacation to remember. My family had an amazing time (my grandmother even shed some tears because she was so happy that she was able to enjoy it with us).
Dave~ Thank you so much! We are hoping to come back again sometime! Thank you to you and your wife for everything, we thoroughly enjoyed your beautiful home...thanks so much for allowing it to be our 'home' for a week. We will cherish the memories we shared there.
~Vanessa & Family (Barb, Jon, Evelyn, Carole, and Shaylin)
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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Snowmobiling week
Review submitted: March 3, 2010 Date of arrival: February 13, 2010
Our family of 4(adults) enjoyed staying at the Chalet rental. We rented 2/13-2/20. It was nice snowmobiling right down the driveway and onto the trails. The house was big enough for us. Kitchen was equipped with all needed. Dave was very pleasant to deal with.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers
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Diamond in the Rough
Review submitted: August 25, 2009 Date of arrival: August 16, 2009
What a wonderful peaceful place. We had an awesome time. Dave and Ros are the best. We felt right at home from the moment we arrived. Fishing, grilling, swimming, nature, romance...I could go on forvever. We will definetly be back again. One week does not do it justice. The Salmon River falls was gorgeous, and you will bot leave without catching fish on Autumn lake.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
Owners response:
Having guests like Bill, Nicky and his wonderful family is truly a blessing. It is our hope that we continue to attract families such as yourselves to our home for years to come. Thanks again, and we hope to see you soon!
Dave and Roz
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Review submitted: January 2, 2009 Date of arrival: July 13, 2008
This was an absolute wonderful vacation. We did not leave the house for about 4 days. We could of stayed there forever. The kids are still talking about this vacation, we all want to go back. The fishing was so much fun. Dave and Roz have thought of everything to make your stay a delight and they are the nicest people. I would recommend this vacation house to everyone.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet-friendly, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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NH family who loves this house
Review submitted: November 29, 2008 Date of arrival: November 23, 2008
We contacted Dave at the last minute when our plans for a nordic ski vacation fell thru in Canada. I never hesitated, even from the outset. Dave was friendly, helpful, sincere and went out of his way to help us out. He dropped everything on the weekend before Thanksgiving and met us at this ridiculously early hour as we passed through his town on the Mass Pike. In his arms were envelopes of information and on his face, a true love for his property. We were NOT disappointed. Jim met us at the house and everything was much more than we imagined. We made our traditional Thanksgiving feast in the well-equipped kitchen and loved the audio-visuals that made the Macy's Parade a true treat. AND best of all, there is fantastic nordic skiing just a short drive away. We hope to return again and again. The house leaves nothing to chance and every need is met, anticipated and exceeded. Thanks, Dave and Roz for making our Thanksgiving a memory to treasure forever.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers
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For the Snow Deprived
Review submitted: March 5, 2008 Date of arrival: February 1, 2008
Living in South Carolina can be a bit frustrating if white is your favorite color, and after a decade of not enjoying an appreciable snowfall, we decided to find a place that could almost guarantee the beauty of winter. The chalet on Autumn Lake rescued us! We were blessed with a 30" lake-effect snowfall two days after arriving, and were absolutely delighted with the wintry setting for our too-short stay. The house was warm and clean, with a great vista onto the cove. The garage is a huge plus when the snow is piling up outside (four-wheel drive a must in winter!) It was the ideal place for a romantic stay – doing puzzles, reading books, just being cozy together – with the beauty of multiple snowfalls gracing the woods & lake outdoors. You'll find the owners very caring and helpful, desiring to make your stay as pleasant and comfortable as possible. Thank you, Dave, for going out of your way to make sure our experience would be all as advertised.
Recommended for: romantic getaway
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Snowy getaway
Review submitted: February 24, 2008 Date of arrival: February 1, 2008
As we approached Orwell after 9 hours of driving, Dave contacted me with a personal escort to the chalet. It was late at night and had snowed 40" the past 2 days. That was the start of a great week. The accomodations could not have been better. It was just like being at home minus having to work. Dave checked in on us a couple times during the visit. His and Roz's hospitality was worth more than anything else. I felt like I had known them forever even before our trip as Dave and I had spoken several times on the phone. We had a great time sleigh riding, relaxing, eating (we did lots of that), and watching T.V. This trip was all about relaxation, and we were able to truly succeed because of the comforts the chalet had to offer. I would recommend this chalet to anyone during any season. For those snowlovers, we saw from the chalet lots of snowmobiling every day. Thanks Dave and Roz for allowing us to enjoy your house and all of its amenties.
Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway
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The Chalet
Review submitted: August 9, 2007 Date of arrival: August 1, 2007
What an amazing week my sister, our girls and I had!! Greeted upon arrival by owners Dave and Roz with their warmth and hospitality we were given an infomative tour. Their attention to detail was astounding, decorated and furnished like a four star hotel. Want to fish, poles in the basement. Want to travel the water, kayaks and row boat at the dock. Like your am Java, fresh roasted beans and grinder in the kitchen.
Whether your are a "Type A" vactioner who must be always on the go or in our case "give me a book and show me the lake" you will not be disappointed. We enjoyed countless hours of reading as we listened to our daughters laughter as they raced kayaks and sailed off the nearby rope swing.
Evenings spent grilling, building fires and playing scrabble. Mornings with a mug of hot coffee and the quiet sounds of nature. Afternoons of hikes in the woods and capturing tree frogs.
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A property with something extra
Review submitted: July 31, 2007 Date of arrival: July 1, 2006
We were having a hard time finding everything we wanted in one rental property until we came across this one. It's in a great setting right on a quiet and private lake, and the house is new and well equipped, but what really makes it stand out from the rest is all the boats and fishing rods that Dave and Roz provide for your use. It meant that our children (then 12 and 18) always had something to keep them occupied and enjoying themselves. The town of Pulaski is also not too far away and had enough restaurants to keep us going, as well as a good supermarket. Our most memorable day trip was to a beach on Lake Erie where we had a great time jumping in the waves! If it weren't for the fact that it is fully booked, we'd be going back to this house again this year. The owners of this property will go to great lengths to make your visit the best it could be.
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Great Vacation
Review submitted: June 29, 2007 Date of arrival: June 1, 2007
The Chalet provided our family with everything we expected and more. Along with total peace and quiet, we also found lots and lots of fish. The lake is ideal for both day and night fishing, swimming and boating with the kayaks and boats provided. The house and property are nestled in the trees with a fire pit and tree swing. You can cook on the grill or go to Pulaski to find restaurants. A trip to the Thousand Islands gave us a break from fishing. We also did a day trip to the Finger Lakes. A beautiful home that makes you feel right at home. Just a great place to relax!!!
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Perfection in a beautiful setting
Review submitted: March 6, 2007 Date of arrival: February 1, 2007
We rented this home in February, with the intent of visiting my home town of Pulaski during the snowy season. We certainly got all the snow we could ask for...there were several feet on the ground and it snowed several days while we were there. The privacy, the scenery, and this gorgeous home were more than we ever could have imagined. As a bonus, it sits on a hill which is amazing for sliding in the snow. The house has a great security system, the furnishings are beautiful, and there was everything you would ever need to prepare meals in the kitchen. Our 4 year old and 1 year old had a great time, and I didn't have to worry about them being too noisy like I would if we had stayed in a hotel. They had room to play and we could cook nutritious meals for them in the evening. I'll never stay in a hotel on vacation again...rental homes are the way to go, and this one was worth every cent. The absolute best part was dealing with the owners. They wanted us to be comfortable and went the extra mile to make sure everything was exactly perfect. They really care about the families who stay in their home, and it shows.
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Home Away From Home
Review submitted: August 31, 2006 Date of arrival: August 1, 2006
Our entire family (12) grandparents, children, Moms and Dads spent a great week at the Chalet. Right from meeting the owners when we arrived to the coffee beans left as a gift to the personal tour. David and Roz have thought of it all. The pictures don't do this place justice. Sitting on the deck facing the lake in the morning with a good cup of coffee, roasting those marshmallows at the firepit, the older grandchildren learning to kayak, the beautiful clear lake, and the list go on and on, are all memories of a great vacation we will take with us for a long time.
David has put alot of thought into this property. The kitchen is comfortable to use, the security system makes you at ease to leave the house to not only do much fishing (and there sure are plenty of fish)but to take in a few other things. We toured Boldt Castle, the sand dunes at Sandy Creek (which just happen to be the only sand dunes in the Northeast United States),the Fish Hachery, the Salmon River Falls, all within 50 min. with all the directions and details provided in a book at the chalet.
The Chalet was a great vacation and look forward to another visit.
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little slice of heaven
Review submitted: August 11, 2006 Date of arrival: August 1, 2006
My family had the best vacation of our life this summer. We were lucky to find this amazing property on Autumn lake, 50 min from Thousands Islands. We travel a lot and always stay in the most fine accomodations, but this one is out of this world. The location is unbelievable, right on the lake with crystal clear water and a lot of fish, very private, but close to a lot of attractions. We visited Alexandria Bay, Sylvan beach area, Sodus Bay and Lake Ontario and looked at a lot of beautiful properties there, but not one was even close to David's Chalet on the lake. His attention to details is amazing. The chalet is new and beautiful, but it also very, very comfortable and has every little things that you can imaging to make your life comfortable and easier (even bug zappers and little fan near the stove to cool you when you are cooking). House has 3 bedrooms very beautiful and tastefully decorated, with the softest blankets, which I now would like to buy for my house and amazing view from each window. KItchen has everything you can only think of: refrigerator, microwave, toster, coffee maker, all cooking supplies, spices and many many other things. Everything is new and sparkle clean. Family room has the most comfortable and beautiful couch and a loveseat where we spent many evenings in front of the entertainment center with TV, DVD and Video player, SAtterlite TV and even an internet connection. David left a program guide, some DVDs and Videos for you to watch, a lot of cool games, books, and even a book with maps and directions of closest attractions which helped us a lot. WE spent many days fishing on a beautifulthe lake ( you have a 3 boats to use) and a lot of evenings near the fireplace cooking and roasting mashmellows. David and his wife Rose treat this property as their own home and you will be treated as their best frinds and family members . My family never wanted to leave their warm and welcoming home. We will be back many many times and will highly recommend this place to all of our friends.
Lana, Walter, Alisa- Russian family from NYC.
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The Chalet
Review submitted: August 3, 2006 Date of arrival: July 1, 2006
Our week at the lakehouse was an absolutely wonderful experience. Having 5 children ranging in ages from 3 yrs-15yrs presents a challenge to keep everyone safe, entertained, and satisfied. The chalet offers an all-encompassing atmosphere. The family enjoyed fishing, horseshoes, gathering wildflowers, catching fireflies, boating, badminton, and swimming in the crystal clear spring fed water. As a mother of 5, the meticulously clean, well-stocked chalet amazed me. We had everything imaginable at our fingertips to give it that home away from home atmosphere. In addition, the nearby towns offer a vast array of entertainment. The Salmon River falls ? spectacular state park- offers natures finest surroundings and should not be missed! I am so thankful to have found this little slice of heaven ? and plan to make this an annual event for my children to make life long memories year after year!
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Charming Home, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths, (Sleeps 8-14)
Property Name - Lake House On the Point
Want the very best view of Lake Hamilton? You can rent just the main area of this home, which sleeps 8 or if you need more room you can also rent The Tower which allows total sleeping for up to 14! (The Tower cannot be rented without the main home) Please read the entire description.
This beautiful home is on 100 feet of lakefront. The main part of the home has two master bedrooms and two queen size sleeper sofas, three full baths and hardwood floors throughout. The main living space is a large living room with a beautiful vaulted ceiling with an attached sunroom and a kitchen area. This area sleeps 8
The Tower is a connected three story tower that is off the living area. Everything is under the same roof and The Tower is only accessible by a door in the living room. It has a small den on the bottom floor and the 2nd and 3rd floor are each bedrooms. This area sleeps 6. It should be noted that the 2nd and 3rd floor rooms do not have bedroom doors.
Every room in the house has a view of the lake! Our home has a two-slip covered boat dock with fishing and swimming platform and hundreds of square feet of deck overlooking the lake.
Our home is situated right on the edge of the main channel on a quiet, deep-water cove. This lets you and the kids swim and fish without the worry of speeding boats. Yet, since the property line runs to the main channel, you can be fishing or skiing in seconds.
There is a hot tub right outside for you to enjoy and a charcoal grill for those cook-outs you are bound to have. The grounds are so pretty but there is nothing as beautiful as the view. The view is unspoiled and stunning every day.
The furniture in the living room is custom made to fit the space. It was also chosen for comfort. We love our home and visit with our children often. We want to be comfortable when we are there, and we would like for our guests to be as well. This area has an HD TV with DirecTV and a DVD player. One couch in the living room is a queen size sleeper sofa as well as one in the sunroom.
Both of the bedrooms have master bedrooms. They each have queen size beds with very comfortable mattresses and linens. The both also are equipped with TV's and DirecTV as well as walk-in closets.
The masters each have their own nice full size private bath. Both bedrooms also have double French floors and a matching third window that leads to the wrap around deck with great views of the lake. But the master bedroom to your right has a huge 5 x 8 picture window that has a breathtaking view of the lake. It is absolutely stunning!
The hallway bathroom has a Jacuzzi brand whirlpool tub and is a very nice size bath room. All the baths have plenty of room and plenty of storage.
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The Tower has a small living room on the first floor with a chair and a half that pulls out to sleep one. It also has two gamer recliners and a TV with DirecTV and a closet and a custom built entertainment center. The second floor has a closet and a bunk bed with a pull out trundle. The bunk beds are outfitted with custom built steps that are also drawers.
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January 21, 2013
Today I experienced history. I awoke early this morning and took a somewhat crowded Metro toward the National Mall. As my roommate and I wandered trying to find the best place to view the parade and hear the Inaugural Ceremony, we happened upon a barricaded street with multiple law enforcement agencies, most notably the Secret Service. Just down the block, President Obama was attending mass before being sworn in! We waited about 45 minutes, chatting with the nice police officers. Finally, Obama and his entourage exited the church, causing cheers from the many onlookers.
After consulting with the officers, we headed to a public entrance of the parade route. Although the tickets we were promised fell through, we braved the cold to watch the Presidential motorcade whiz by and hear the ceremony with thousands of other Americans. The pomp and circumstance was not lost on anyone in the crowd, with multiple shouts of, "Amen!" during the inaugural address. James Taylor, Kelly Clarkson and Beyonce were all well received. The oaths were also administered correctly this time, quite a relief from four years ago!
Although we had a good view of the parade route, it was not scheduled to start for hours after the ceremony, and numb toes and fingers called us back to our apartment. We decided we had the experience we wanted and could watch the Obamas strut their stuff from our couch. By doing this, we also beat the half-million other Americans on the Metro, even with a pit stop at Starbucks. As I thawed out in our toasty apartment, I soaked in the experience I had today, filing away these historical experiences.


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Meet the Family
Bryan is my hubby of 21 years and still puts up with me yet (gotta give him lots of kudos for that). He is a "recreational" pilot, and works as an aviation mechanic. Hobbies include: Antique/Vintage Airplanes, History buff (especially US history), watching western movies and documentaries on TV, diligent groundskeeper for our 5 acres, and anything related to guns (he is very involved in gun forums and gun owners rights). He is a Christian, raised by a very close traditional family with high ideals, and he is passionate about preserving the freedoms and founding principles of the good ole USA.
Ami is the quiet, reserved, calm tempered older sister (10 years older). She is thin, and petite with long honey blond hair and penetrating blue eyes. She is very reflective and introverted with a passion for listening to music, playing guitar, and drawing. She shares a very light hearted , twisted sense of humor with me as well as a love for 80s music.
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OK....here is the scoop: I have been researching for a while now about keto diets (CKD,TKD). I have read two books (read them twice) and finally kicked my self in the @$$ and started it on Sunday. So today is my third day on the diet. My plan is to go no carbs for a week and then turn it into a TKD. As of today I have had no noticeable efects of the diet (tiredness, hazy thinking). So I guess this is a good thing!! Before I went on the diet I weighed 210lbs, not sure of my bf % but I would guess 25%. I have been liftin for two full years now and have finally got on track with losing some body fat (I hope). Here is my diet (ya I know there isnt any numbers, yes I do have the cals, fat, pro, and carbs all worked out just dont have the info on me, I am at work)
4 eggs, and 3 slices of bacon
1 can of tuna with 3/4 tbsp of mayo
6oz burger patty with slice of cheese
1 can of tuna with 3/4 tbsp of mayo
this may vary, depends what Mom is cooking, but it is in the limits, yesterday it was 9oz of "cube" steak (beef round) with some spices added to it. If Mom makes nothing for me I will eat some more eggs (3 this time) with bacon OR cheese.
6oz burger patty with cheese
I usually get to bed at 11:30PM.
I lift at 7:00PM and I plan on adding some carb source when I go into TKD mode during the workout.
What do you guys and gals think??
I plan on purchasing a multi vitamin, what other supps would you recommend that are necessary(some fiber, EFA, antioxidant, you know what i mean)?? What others would help but are not necessary (something to make the fat come off)??
What is a good sweet tooth craving killer(I remember reading something about coolwhip, but I cannot remember)??
Finally, my goal.....As I stated before I am 210lbs (5'9.5").....my goal is to lose about 40lbs of fat and get below the 15%bf mark.
Please let me know what you think.
I got the numbers for my food....thought it would help
Total for the day= 171.2g Fat, 5.1g Carb, 225.3g Pro for a total of 2462 cals (63% fat, 37%pro)
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Current Stats --------------- Training Goals: Improve athletic conditioning.
Squat - 305lbs - 1/23/06 ----- 335
Deadlift - 415lbs - 2/4/06 ---- 435
Bench - 90s*7 ----------------- 100s*5
Weight - 208 ------------------ 190
Height - 5'10"
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Good to hear you are feeling well.
I just started a TKD last week, I'm staqrting to feel a little better... I think it takes me a good week and a half to get used to it.
Everlything looks solid. For a TKD, I'd start with 30g of simple carbs (I use Smarties or Gatorade) about 30 mins prior to training, then about 25g pro immediately following training, then a meat and fat meal about an hour or so after that. Increse the carbs if you have trouble completing your workouts.
Definately need a multivitamin, and I use extra C. Fiber will keep everything moving, salads can help with that as well (I try to eat at least one big salad of lettuce or spinach every day, topped with a high fat dressing like Ceasar.)
I also use a thermogenic.
You can expect 5-10 pounds of water loss in the first week or so. Drink as much water as you can.
I use sugar free jello and a little Redi-Whip to satisfy sugar cravings, and I use pork rinds to satisfy crunch cravings, along with celery and cucumber (careful to not overdo the veggies, though)
according to what I have read, ketogenic diets do little more than deplete water from your liver. (Glycogen in the liver is 1 part glycogen to 3 parts water or something like that).
if you want to cut aggressively in a short period of time it may work but you will probably gain back all the weight once you go off of it.
to burn fat and cut you have to do cardio and have a caloric deficit, this is not a novel idea so people assume that since it is not the latest and greatest way, it must not work. it does work.
Paul, how has it worked for you?
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There are drawbacks, but for me, a TKD below maintenance led to an increase in LBM and a loss of bodyfat, and the only thing that happened when I came off the diet was gaining about 5 pounds of water in the first 2 weeks, which just added to the lbm number.
The main two drawbacks are the dehydration (which can lead to injury), and the inability to recover from an injury without carbs.
Another drawback is the lethargy, brain fog, and lack of training energy. The training lethargy can be manipulated by carb intake pre workout...
I've done a TKD twice, once for about 8 weeks (ended due to injury), and once for about 2 weeks (I just couldn't take it any more)
I'm on my third one now, and I changed my strategy a little... I started dieting about 5 weeks ago by reducing caloric intake to 12xbw... and dropped about 1.5 pounds a week... I got used to dieting, got used to the discipline (got used to not drinking beer...). As soon as I started to drop LBM (week 4), I switched to a TKD. the first week is usually the worst for me, I've skipped one workout, but I'm getting used to the diet.
I'll stay keto for 8 weeks, then do 4 more weeks of 'normal' dieting if I still need to drop more BF.
The reason keto works so well for some people is that you stop using carbs for energy, so you stop converting protein to glucose in the liver, so you hold on to more muscle.
I've found that while keto dieting, i look REALLY flat, I look like I've dropped a bunch of muscle, but that is just the water loss.
I just got my copy of NHE and started the diet yesterday. I think its working. ALthough I'm mentally alert, I feel kind of tired, which I never do. Hopefully my body will get into keto soon and I'll feel better. I was bulking using conventional means for the past two weeks and I feel and look like a tub. Hopefully the NHE program will work for me. I did a low-carb diet once last year and it worked well, I lost like 10 lbs and have kept them off(until I started builking, that is.) It seems to me that if you do keto to strip fat and go back to a well balanced diet of good food, you wont gain any fat back. The biggest problem is, of course, people thinking you are CRAZY!
Bumpity Bump for Miss Abs or anyone else!!
Current Stats --------------- Training Goals: Improve athletic conditioning.
Squat - 305lbs - 1/23/06 ----- 335
Deadlift - 415lbs - 2/4/06 ---- 435
Bench - 90s*7 ----------------- 100s*5
Weight - 208 ------------------ 190
Height - 5'10"
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WBBB|"Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up" - Thomas Edison
Looks ok to me....
I prefer, regardless of the low carb type of dieting that you are doing, from NHE< TDK, or CDK, or even CAD type diets to use more clean fats and leaner sources of proteins.
If you are going to do this much work to lean out, then use the healthiest foods possible.
Just something to think about.
Water- make sure you drink till you float!
I would rather see glutamine used as a craving tool than to use the jello with the asparatame also it has been show that many are sensitive enought to sweetner type products that it may create a stall in the fat loss, so another thing to think about.
I personally after about 48 hours, do not have any training or strength issues while working with this type of diet.
Next thought: I prefer a carb load that is less frequent when you have higher amounts of body fat to lose than a daily cycle of carbs. It is just faster on the fat loss.
Yes, you do look flat, however fat is fat and you never really can tell if you are fat or flat when the bodyfat percentages are over 20%. SO I say, get over it, use fat as your primary fuel source and then work on a daily infusion of carbs, if getting lean is the first priority.
Also working with active carb counts, surely will help to increase the fiber in the diet and the volume of food you can eat.
Those are my thoughts...
Dieting is a Sport-Eat to Win!
Thanks Miss A,
I dropped you an email about the multi and other stuff.
Current Stats --------------- Training Goals: Improve athletic conditioning.
Squat - 305lbs - 1/23/06 ----- 335
Deadlift - 415lbs - 2/4/06 ---- 435
Bench - 90s*7 ----------------- 100s*5
Weight - 208 ------------------ 190
Height - 5'10"
My Journal|My Routine|My FitDay
WBBB|"Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up" - Thomas Edison


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Only a quarter of people planning to buy a home next year will be first-time buyers, according to new research
Almost half of would-be first-time buyers are considering turning to affordable housing schemes to ease their struggle on to the property ladder, research has found.
Some 46% of people trying to buy their first home said they are thinking about using a shared equity or a shared ownership scheme to help them to make the jump, Lloyds TSB found.
One in six would-be home buyers said they would not have previously considered such a scheme, but the tough economy has forced them to reconsider. A quarter of people considering using an affordable housing scheme said this would be their only way of buying a home.
Shared ownership schemes allow people to only raise a deposit and pay a mortgage on the share of the house they are purchasing, which could be between 25-75% of its value, while paying a subsidised rent on the percentage they do not own.
An equity loan such as the FirstBuy scheme lets someone buy a new-build home with 80% of the cost met by a mortgage and a deposit, while the rest is paid by the Government and house builders, which take a share of the value when the home is sold on.
Research from property search website Rightmove found this week that only a quarter of people planning to buy a home next year will be first-time buyers - a share which is still well below pre-credit crunch levels of around 40%.
Almost a quarter (22%) of these buyers will have raised a deposit of less than 10% by the time they try to make a purchase, meaning their range of mortgage options and their access to the most competitive deals will be limited.
The Government launched an £80 billion scheme to kick-start lending at the start of August, which has improved mortgage availability, although lenders have also toughened their borrowing criteria, making it harder for people to take out a mortgage.
A NewBuy scheme was launched in the spring, which is not a shared equity or shared ownership scheme but allows people buy a new-build home with just a 5% deposit. The initiative is funded by developers and guaranteed by the Government.
One in four people who told Lloyds TSB they were thinking about using an affordable housing scheme said their main motivation was to make their monthly repayments lower and a quarter also said that this would allow them to buy a home in an area that would otherwise be out of their reach.