For many of us, this time of year is a favorite. The changing colors, cooler temperatures, and the beginning of “nesting” season. I have always enjoyed getting away for a few days in the Fall to enjoy the change of the seasons.

Last week, my dh and I traveled with two of our favorite people to visit basket country in Southeastern Ohio. We enjoyed wonderful conversation and lovely scenery, but the primary reason for this post is to tell you about our “home away from home,” the Inn at Dresden.

This home was built by Dave Longaberger, the man who began the Longaberger Basket Company. Learning more about him and the impact he made on the people of that community was a blessing in itself.

Back to the Inn . . . I don’t have enough space to say all of the wonderful things about this beautiful place and its hospitable innkeepers. First of all, to call them innkeepers seems so lacking, because very quickly these kind folks seem like very dear friends. Their eye for detail and feel for hospitality is exceptional. Not to mention the food! Oh my! Breakfast each morning was fabulous, and we are still talking about the amazing dinner we enjoyed our last evening there. I would love to be able to give you all of the details about the kitchen, but you must go for a visit and check it out for yourself.

Lastly, I want to show you the view from the balcony that wrapped around the outside of our room. I can imagine being delighted with this view no matter what time of year - Fall colors, Winter’s snow, Spring blossoms, or Summer sun.

I don’t normally consider writing a travelogue here, but this experience was too special not to share it with all of you. So, please check out the links to the Inn at Dresden and the Longaberger Basket Company, I’m sure you will be able to find an idea or two to incorporate into your own decorating scheme.  However, if you actually get a couple of days to do some traveling, treat yourself to the pleasure of visiting them in person, your efforts will be greatly rewarded.