Back to Nature Retreat
For Lease: Charming fully
furnished back to nature retreat in need of casually minded tenants. This
two bedroom country cottage is surrounded by two acres of land in its
natural state and fronts a small lake. A boat dock leading down to the
circa World War I cabin cruiser is perfect for your aerobic workout as it
requires agility and balance to navigate the missing planks. Tenants are
welcome to use the cabin cruiser for their entertainment. You will find
the duct tape underneath the steering wheel console along with the first
aid kit, life jackets and flares.
Property also includes a barn, guaranteed to provide endless hours of
entertainment going through its collection of treasures. Tenants are
welcome to collect, dispose of, sell or otherwise discard contents.
Tenants are asked to be careful of disturbing the colony of wild cats that
have taken up residence, especially during the mating season. They tend to
be especially high strung during that period. The wild cats provide an
invaluable pest control and intruder alert system and are a complimentary
amenity with the cottage rental.
The living room, kitchen and dining area make the best use of available
space with an open concept floor plan. Furnishings are simple and
eclectic, with great emphasis on using recycled materials. One corner of
this open space is devoted to a personal gym complete with stationary bike
and treadmill. These two devices also generate the minimal amount of
electricity that may be required by the tenant. This is another
opportunity to exercise those muscles and be ecologically friendly at the
same time.
A natural stone fireplace gives the living room area a rustically romantic
charm. The fireplace has been recently cleaned after discovery of a bat
family in the chimney. They have since taken up residence in the barn. In
return for lodgings they have agreed to make annual appearances during
Halloween, on any Friday the 13th and whenever you have guests who have
over stayed their welcome.
The kitchen is designed in a back to nature décor. The wood burning stove
allows complete freedom from the tyranny of the electric and oil barons of
the modern world. The manual water pump draws up fresh water from the on
property well, a turn of the century system that has been lovingly
maintained.
Bathrooms have antique fixtures and also draw water from the onsite well
for sink and bath. The innovative fire grill constructed under the tub
allows hot baths without the effort of heating water on the stove and
carting it into the bathroom. A supply of matches, wood chips and small
logs can be stored in the convenient hand crafted cabinet just underneath
the sink.
Bedrooms are equipped with their own fire grates, wood storage cabinets
and candle holders. The master bedroom comes with a vintage water bed that
seldom leaks. Repair kit is included.
This tranquil retreat is perfect for those wanting to escape the everyday
grind of the modern world. Pets are welcome as long as they know the barn
is off limits. Deluxe survival kit included with long term lease.
But seriously: in the UK there is
a great
car insurance short term facility as well as
short term van insurance!
Copyright Jason and
Grace Hermitt 2007
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