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| KYgurlsrbest |
Posted - Mar 28 2008 : 11:32:42 AM
I just read an article (Country Living, April 2008) about the Blackberry Farm & Resort located in Tennessee, in the foothills of Appalachia. They specialize in heritage, heirloom farming and the cuisine of Appalachia. They encourage the guests to help with the farmwork, picking vegetables, helping with the horses and hay.
So, I say to myself, "Self, this sounds like a place for you and Jus to go!" And I head to their website at www.blackberryfarm.com only to find that, the following is the "reservations and rates" section. This is where I want all you gals who are good cooks, live in farmhouses, like company, and like a little help on the farm to take notes. This seems like something you could do!!!! I'm not saying it isn't worth it...check out the website for yourself, but I think I'd be better off going to Miss Wilma's and help Sterl with his cows for a couple of days :)
Nightly Rates
Our room rates are for two guests, based on the Full American Plan, which includes nightly accommodations, three gourmet meals, and pantry snacks. A two-night minimum is required for all stays, and Friday and Saturday nights may not be split. A three-night minimum is required from Labor Day to Thanksgiving on weekends. All holidays except Thanksgiving, require a three-night minimum stay. Thanksgiving requires a four-night minimum stay.
Depending on the season, our 2007 room rates, per night, are:
Queen Estate Rooms $745 - $845
(Queen Standard averages 219 sq. ft., Queen Deluxe averages 263 sq. ft.)
King Estate Rooms $945 - $1,045
(King Deluxe averages 297 sq. ft., King Superior averages 372 sq. ft.)
Cottage Suites $1,245 - $1,345
(Averages 616 sq. ft.)
Hill Cottages $1,995
(Average 1,080 sq. ft.)
Cove Cottage (3 bedrooms) $2,335 - $2,485
(2,457 sq. ft.)
Farm House (3 bedrooms) $4,500 - $4,800
Available Summer 2007!
Singing Brook Cottages $1,595
Available Summer 2007!
(Average 698 sq. ft.)
These rates, minus $100, are available for a single-occupancy stay. Rates do not include all applicable taxes and a 18% service charge.
Children
Children 10 and over are welcome throughout the year; children under 10 are welcome during holidays and Family Months, June 15 to August 15, when Camp Blackberry is in session. Camp Blackberry holidays include Easter, Memorial Day, June 15 to August 15, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. (It does not include the New Year's holiday).
Nightly Charges for Children:
Children under 3 years of age may stay in their parent's room free of charge.
Charges for children 3 years of age and older, staying in their parent's room, will be $250 per child, per night, plus tax and service charge. This standard room charge covers meals, pantry snacks, sodas, and Camp Blackberry.
Dining
All meals are special events at Blackberry Farm, and our Culinary Team takes great pride in using only the finest ingredients to create memorable cuisine. Breakfast, brunch, and candlelight dinners are enjoyed in the dining room. Lunch at Blackberry Farm is a casual affair and is available at 12:00pm daily. On your day of departure, a picnic lunch will be placed in your vehicle for your journey home. Backpacks, blankets and trail maps are available from the Oak Cottage for exploring the 4,200 acres of Blackberry Farm. Ask any team member for his or her favorite picnic spot.
Rates include the evening meal and breakfast and lunch the following day. If you would like to enjoy extra meals on the day of your arrival or departure, please let us know in advance so that arrangements can be made. Also, upon confirmation of your reservation, please advise us of any special dietary restrictions or requests. Gentlemen are required to wear a jacket at dinner, but tie is optional.
Arrival and Departure
Rooms are available for check-in at 4:00 p.m. Departure is at 12 noon. While we make every attempt to accommodate early arrivals, we cannot guarantee room availability before 4:00 p.m. However, we can store your luggage in the event of early arrival or late departure.
Cancellations
Because of our size, cancellations affect us significantly. Therefore, we adhere to a strict cancellation policy. Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to arrival will result in a full refund minus a $50 administrative fee. Cancellations, regardless of the reason, made within 30 days of your confirmed arrival date will result in forfeiture of your deposit. All deposits are non-transferable to another date. However, you are always welcome to send a friend or family member in your place.
Farmgirl Sister #80, thanks to a very special farmgirl from the Bluegrass..."She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
NY Newsday sportswriter Bill Nack describing filly, Ruffian.
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| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| Linder |
Posted - Apr 19 2008 : 07:46:20 AM
Have fun girls and don't forget to take lots of pictures!
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" |
| miss wilma |
Posted - Apr 18 2008 : 9:49:22 PM
I gotta go to bed but Luna we will let you know how our day goes
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
| LunaTheFarmLady |
Posted - Apr 18 2008 : 9:40:22 PM
Reacon she would!!!
Luna The Farm Lady
http://blueballmountainspindleneedleworks.blogspot.com/
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| miss wilma |
Posted - Apr 18 2008 : 9:31:39 PM
Luna I promise we wont forget you, do wish you could be with us Sunday but we will have you in our thoughts and every time we find something we like we will say, Reacon Luna would like this
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
| LunaTheFarmLady |
Posted - Apr 18 2008 : 9:27:15 PM
Have a ball THIS weekend ... I won't be able to get there but looking forward to hearing the plan you come up with.....
Luna The Farm Lady
http://blueballmountainspindleneedleworks.blogspot.com/
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| miss wilma |
Posted - Apr 18 2008 : 5:04:41 PM
I mean when you put all of us together we are going to have a ball or eat a lot one
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
| Linder |
Posted - Apr 18 2008 : 11:47:38 AM
Have fun with your get together this weekend girls! Sure wish I could be there but I'll anxiously await a post on your adventures, and I'm sure there'll be one or two knowing this group! LOL! ENJOY!
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" |
| miss wilma |
Posted - Apr 18 2008 : 08:07:10 AM
You just come any time, Might be better to call because I am gone a lot, Look forward to seeing you. OH if you get a journing fit come on up to Burlington and join the rest of us we would love it
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
| LunaTheFarmLady |
Posted - Apr 18 2008 : 06:30:29 AM
It all sounds so good ladies. Can't wait to see how it plans out. I love the image of touring around pulled by mules! Miss Wilma, I will do a google map to your area. It looks so beautiful in the photos, I've been meaning to do that for awhile. I just may show up at your shop at a random moment when the itchy feet take me over!
Luna The Farm Lady
http://blueballmountainspindleneedleworks.blogspot.com/
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| miss wilma |
Posted - Apr 18 2008 : 06:17:00 AM
Okay girls I finish packing today, wont be long now besure and bring cameras, Jonnie I have the button book out for you, Do you want me to bring you some plants and if you talk to Janice tell her I will bring her some to Jessie I have some more Ky books for you, Besure and bring jackets it might be cold early in the morning
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
| miss wilma |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 7:16:48 PM
We will be ready, if we cant buy gas my daddy is a mule man so we can always hitch up a wagon, now wouldnt that be the best ride ever, I would love it
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
| Linder |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 7:07:21 PM
Thanks Jonni and Miss Wilma! I'll let you know when I can come as soon as the mud clears!
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" |
| miss wilma |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 10:38:06 AM
Linda we will try to work our plans around you.Luna I only live 22 miles from Greensburg
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
| kydeere40744 |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 09:04:14 AM
Linda - you are definitely welcome. I love traveling across this big state. What you see in Western Kentucky to what you see in Central Kentucky to what you see in Eastern Kentucky are very different. However, the folks here are all pretty much the same with the best southern hospitality. With the KY Derby coming up, the one thing I have been craving is some good Derby pie. It is delicious!! I have to say that I have traveled to many places around the US, but KY and TN by far have the best scenery all around.
Yep this weekend will be a hoot! May just be bringing out the guitars and singing a few good songs while we are in Burlington.
~Jessica in Kentucky & Farmgirl Sisterhood #137~
Be sure to visit my blog & Crafty Clipart for some of my photographs:
http://bluegrassprincess.blogspot.com/
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| KYgurlsrbest |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 08:11:20 AM
Linda, I don't think any of us are leaving Kentucky any time soon :)
Farmgirl Sister #80, thanks to a very special farmgirl from the Bluegrass..."She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
NY Newsday sportswriter Bill Nack describing filly, Ruffian.
http://www.buyhandmade.org/ |
| Linder |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 08:03:54 AM
Oh boy, I don't have a date yet of when I can come!
It's all a little subjective at this point with all my job things up in the air.
Pray that I get another couple of clients and then I can freelance until I move. Can you hanfg in there with me for a bit until more is revealed?
If not, go ahead and make a plan and I'll try to fit into it.
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" |
| LunaTheFarmLady |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 07:38:10 AM
I'm about 45 minutes east of Louisville and 35 minutes from Greensburg. I see a caravan happenin..
Luna The Farm Lady
http://blueballmountainspindleneedleworks.blogspot.com/
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| KYgurlsrbest |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 07:33:12 AM
Hey Linder...there are about 6 of us that I'm familiar with in Kentucky..there are some new farmgirls down near Greensburg that have signed on as well.
Jessica, Janice, Wilma, Lainey and Frannie are nearest to me, and I'm in the Northern part of the state, just south of Cincinnati.
Since most of us signed on in the last year or so, the "getting together" is newish. But we've got 2 coming up :)
Farmgirl Sister #80, thanks to a very special farmgirl from the Bluegrass..."She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
NY Newsday sportswriter Bill Nack describing filly, Ruffian.
http://www.buyhandmade.org/ |
| miss wilma |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 07:25:03 AM
Linda we can ride 6 closely in my pick up or 7 1n the van,We will be planning Sunday, Now our biggest question is when we can expect you, Remember any one backs out we get to call her chicken- chicken HA Oh now if we have more girls than that I do have BIG PENSKI BOX TRUCK.Will let you know more after this week end, We will probably have to do this on A weekend because of the others jobs
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
| Linder |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 06:57:10 AM
Hey, quick question...
How many of you are there in KY. and how often do you get together?
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" |
| Linder |
Posted - Apr 17 2008 : 06:55:23 AM
Hi Girls!
I was out running around all day yesterday kicking up work for myself. My, it appears I missed a few things!
Luna thank you for the lovely encouragement. It was so timely for me. Funny how you handle things when your dreams start to come true. I have a tendancy to question everything and dig my heels in a bit. I think it's just fear.
I gotta tell you that part of my fear has been moving to a new place and having to start all over again.
It has meant a lot to me to know that if I get lobely, I can take off for a few days and shoot down to KY. where you all are or go to Minnesota where my best friend is!
Even my boyfriend suggested that if I "unclenched my fist" all would fall into a rhythm and go much more smoothly. Interesting that Luna said the same thing but in different words. When I hear something 3 times, I always know I'm being given a message.
Jessica, thank you for the lovely offer of places to go and things to see. I think after my initial trip, I'll be coming back often to explore!
"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" |
| LunaTheFarmLady |
Posted - Apr 16 2008 : 8:04:17 PM
Ha Ha! nighty night!
Luna The Farm Lady
http://blueballmountainspindleneedleworks.blogspot.com/
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| miss wilma |
Posted - Apr 16 2008 : 7:51:14 PM
We are on girl cant wait, now if any of us back out the others get to say chicken chicken Ha
Farm Girl #96
http://www.picturetrail.com/misswilmasplace
http://misswilma.blogspot.com/ |
| LunaTheFarmLady |
Posted - Apr 16 2008 : 7:32:03 PM
Jessica, you are right...from what I've seen so far here...I have met the most wonderful people since I've been here and there is just one beautiful or interesting spot after another. And Ms Wilma, I do get such a kick out of the culture of the real folks here and love learning about how they developed. I can't wait to see how this trip develops...I am definitely in.
Luna The Farm Lady
http://blueballmountainspindleneedleworks.blogspot.com/
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| KYgurlsrbest |
Posted - Apr 16 2008 : 7:21:03 PM
Oh boy...so many things have happened since I left work! Miss Wilma, I too can't wait to visit the places you've mentioned. Up this way, we'll be sure to visit a few wonderful farms (and of course, Rabbit Hash General Store for a sasparilla when we're parched from our travels!!!)
Farmgirl Sister #80, thanks to a very special farmgirl from the Bluegrass..."She was built like a watch, a study in balance ... with a neck and head so refined, like a drawing by DaVinci"...
NY Newsday sportswriter Bill Nack describing filly, Ruffian.
http://www.buyhandmade.org/ |
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