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Oh, So Devoted!

Devotion Wedding ShowYou know me – always up for a wedding show. It must be the extrovert in me, or the salesman. I get really pumped when I know I get to meet lots of potential clients, especially when I have a beautiful place like The Doctor’s House to share. Yes, it’s a long day, and I’m tired by the end. But it’s really fun to meet all the brides and grooms …. maybe I just love feeding off their youthful energy!

So this is your heads up – we’ll be at the Devotion Wedding Show this Sunday at the Mount Pearl Glacier, and we hope you’ll stop by and visit our booth!

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Keep It Simple

Wedding cake at the doctor's HouseWeddings at The Doctor’s House have really taken off this season, and we’ve witnessed some truly awe-inspiring events. Our couples, often working with decorators, are able to take the natural beauty of the place and enhance it in some really inspiring ways.

And what we’ve learned from all the weddings we’ve seen? At least when it comes to weddings here, keeping it simple is often your best bet. Many brides opt for the ‘rustic chic’ feel, to match our barn loft and wooded property. And that simple, rustic look is so beautiful, even when it’s pared down. Like this cake, from Hedi and Dave‘s wedding. Certainly not the gaudy wedding cake from my generation, but so perfect and on point.

To see more pictures from more weddings, make sure you’re following us on Facebook and Instagram – there’s some real beauties on there!

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Around the World

chalk board Oh, the stories one could write if you could talk to all the visitors we have met over the last few years.  Here is a shot from our comment chalk board in the Shag It Cafe.  On this little block alone, you can see comments from people from Thailand, Bulgaria, and Ontario – and that’s just the start.

We’ve had guests now from every province, almost every state, every continent, and dozens of countries.  From the weird and wacky to nice and friendly – we’ve loved meeting them all and meeting their stories.

Word to the wise that we’re not on Fall hours for the Shag It – we’re now open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. So please make a plan to come share your story on our message board this weekend!

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More Spa Specials This Week!

Spa specials at the doctor's houseAnother week, another batch of spa specials, making it even easier to indulge at The Doctor’s House!

Up this week is the Elemental Nature Facial – a customized facial based on your skin’s specific needs, as revealed by Aveda’s signature Elemental Nature Questionnaire. From dry to sensitive to oily skin, you’ll experience a truly personalized treatment for the skin.

Or enjoy the Aveda Scalp Massage, an add-on treatment. Many guests say the scalp massage is their favorite part of a spa treatment. Customized with an Aveda aroma made from pure flower and plant essences, this scalp massage is a perfect enhancement to any massage, facial or body treatment.

Both these treatments are available at reduced rate, and can be combined for an out-of-this-world treatment. Find more details here, and if you’d like make an appointment, please call 709-582-2754.

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Moon Rise, Sunset

Sunset in NewfoundlandAnother beautiful sunset in the Wonderful World of Whiteway. This one was fun – I was gazing at the most beautiful show on earth on the right, and then looked left to see Mr. Moon rising up over the hills. Perfect timing, and perfect view. And lucky me for being alive to witness it. Newfoundland moon

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Pretty Early

moon over the oceanWhat can I say? I’m an early riser. Here was Mr. Moon about to take a swim just to the left of Shag Rock, about 5am in the morning.  Magical? Of course. Worth getting up for before the crack of dawn? You betcha – at least for me. Although, if you’re like most people I know and love, I hope you’re sleeping in on this Saturday morning!

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A Celebration At The Doctor’s House Tonight!

Dancing at The Doctor's HouseSometimes, blurry images are the best images – when they’re blurry, because it’s impossible to distill all the fun down into one moment. This was us last weekend, when Dining at The Doctor’s House met ‘Dancing at The Doctor’s House.’ That’s because the incomparable Neil Simmons serenaded us pre- and post- dinner – and it was a fun night of near perfection.

And lucky us (and lucky guests), Neil will be playing again tonight. We have a new Fall menu, and you don’t need to be an overnight guest to join us. Make your reservation by calling 709-582-2754, and maybe we’ll see you tonight!

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New Fall Menu!

Cheese PlatterIt with great pleasure that I share our new fall menu, the brain child of our fabulous Chef Stephen Pynn. He’s used locally sourced ingredients, including produce from our own greenhouses, to create a fine dining experience that is out of this world.

And lucky us – as inn proprietors, the responsibility of testing each item on the menu falls on The Berry and me. It’s a tough job, but we’ll manage! With items like Baccalieu Trail Seafood Stew (featuring salt cod, coldwater shrimp, and Trinity Bay mussels), Slow Roasted Duck Breast (featuring sardelaise potatoes, blueberry gastrique, and sour cherry jus) and Salted Chocolate Cake (featuring peanut butter semifredo and pecan crumble), I don’t think sampling the menu will be too difficult a task.

Remember that Dining at The Doctor’s House is a fine dining experience, meaning that on top of your three main courses, you also enjoy chef’s amuse bouche, sorbet, and tea or coffee. The whole meal can take two hours or more, and trust me – it’s an experience onto itself. A bit of good company, a splash of good wine, and a table of good food, and those two hours fly by.

This Friday we’ve also got Neil Simmons joining for more live music. What a treat he was last weekend. He’s only going to be playing select weekends this fall, so enjoy him while you can! To make a reservation, please call 709-582-2754, and find our complete menu here. Dine-in only guests are always welcome!