Luxury getaways to the ocean's edge
Since this is the last long weekend of the summer, we know it will soon be time to say bye-for-now to our beautiful gardens at The Doctor’s House. They’re been a highlight this season, as we’ve lived here and gotten acquainted with this beautiful property. Thankfully, we’ve got lots of walking trails, lots of trees, and lots of beauty coming as we get into fall. But for now, here’s one last celebration of our beautiful flowers! And thanks again to Shirley George for the lovely photos.
If you love the Whiteway Spring Hare, then you’ll love Alice’s Tea Party! Experience the best of Newfoundland art, including artists, poets and musicians, while you linger in our English gardens.
The Whiteway Spring Hare is a beloved institution, of course, and we’re delighted for another chance to celebrate community and art. Artists J.C. Roy, George Horan, Ilse Hughes, Sylvia Benza, Kathleen Knowling, Sarah Fletcher, Cliff George, Wayne George, and Renee Harnum will be displaying their work, poets Dorothy McIntosh-Harvey and Robert Bissett will be reading their pieces, and Gerry Strong and Fred Humber will be delighting us with their beautiful music.
All are welcome to this free cultural event. Afternoon Tea will be served between 2-4pm, at $25 per person. To enjoy our Tea, please make a reservation at info@doctorshousenewfoundland.com or by calling 582-2754. We hope to see you there!
‘A pony, a sheep, and a goat’ …. it sounds like a set-up to a joke, right? Except in this case, the punch line is just that the three animals lay down in their field, happily enjoying each other’s company. All our sweet four-leggeds have turned out to be huge draws at The Doctor’s House, especially since they all love attention from our guests. They truly have the life!
Here’s a recent view from our kitchen table. All our 4 leggeds – ponies, goat and sheep – side by side, each eating the fresh new grass. It was a deep-breath-moment and time to count our blessings. When we’re staying at Ocean Delight, our view is fishing boats in the harbour. Here at The Doctor’s House, it’s our beloved flock in the grass. Not sure which is better!
Congratulations to the beautiful Bhasker and Christa, who got married at The Doctor’s House this past weekend in a gorgeous ceremony. This picture was taken by MK Photography, and we can’t wait to see more!
I’m a businessman at heart, so I see all the potentials for growth out here on the Baccalieu Trail, and at The Doctor’s House in particular – we have some big dreams, and we’re working hard to accomplish them. But all credit is due to The Berry for making our grounds and barn and reception hall for being as stunning as it is. I’m not sure where her ideas came from, but the result is truly beautiful, and has already made for some stunning weddings. She had the vision, we had some great people helping us, and we’re really happy with the results. That’s always a good feeling!
Thanks again to our good friends Albert Legge and Shirley George for the lovely photos (and find more photos of The Doctor’s House on our Pinterest page!)
Bev, a fun, recent guest at The Doctor’s House, recently captured this beautiful image of the sun setting over Hopeall Bay. It’s quite stunning, and we’re glad that she shared it with us, so that we can share it with you! If you have any beautiful sunset shots of your own, we’d love it if you’d share with us!
Who’d a ever thunk that I’d be in charge of a half dozen chickens? Not me! And of course, it’s the fabulous Perry who takes care of our animals – but I do visit and get a charge out of them. We’ve got a greenhouse at The Doctor’s House and some big agricultural plans for the place (what – me, big dreams?). Stay tuned, and happy Saturday!
We’re people-people, so one of the most rewarding elements of working at our cottages and at The Doctor’s House is the chance to meet our guests, getting to know them and their stories. It truly never gets old, and we’ve actually made some great relationships these past few years Thanks to a recent guest, Bev, for these lovely photos. Here’s a copy of the email she sent us, too – we’re not experts yet, but we’re working really hard to make guests our happy, and love it when we succeed. Thanks again to Bev for the pretty pictures and kind words:
“Hi Jerry!
Made it home to Ontario finally. Just wanted to tell you how wonderful it was to have a couple of days at The Doctor’s House. Everything was beautiful and the people were just the best! Hang on to Heather, Chris, Ruby and the rest of the staff!
Here are a few pics from our visit. Jerry and I have had fun telling the story of your dog and (whose?) underpants.
I know you will make this place a destination must! It already is and it’s not even close to your vision. As I told you, I can see that you have the passion, drive and will to make your dream come true! I will check on the website from time to time to see the magic unfold. Wishing you good luck for your weddings in August!!
All the best, Bev”
Finally, just a reminder – if you’d like to experience The Doctor’s House yourself, and if you and your girlfriends have been dying for a getaway, we’ve got a great Retreat Weekend Special on offer this September. Hope to see you!
Our recent guest Chuck captured this beautiful photo of Shag Rock, and he wondered whether if at the end of this rainbow, you’d find a pot of cod fish instead of a pot of gold. Given the amount of fresh fish we all enjoyed after the recent recreational cod fishery, I think he might be on to something!