1. The re-utilization of a property
requires a building with promise,
subs willing to participate in the
process, and a key person to
maintain the vision and the service!

2. The assessment of the existing
building often takes many months.
Dianne toured us (our subs) many
times prior to closing. A cooperative
Seller makes all the difference!

3. The purchase price is just the
beginning. It will soon be eclipsed
by a new roof. Then demolition,
plumbing, electrical and HVAC and,
finally, furnishings and supplies.

4. Preparing for the future by removing
the past is the first step in the
construction process. Discovery will
require changes. Make it fun.

5. Creating spaces, in an existing
building, requires creativity and
flexibility by the trades. It also
requires understanding building
officials. The user will appreciate.

6. Barrier free accommodations were
the impetus behind our project. Use
of local products in consort with
salvaged materials was also a
priority. It’s a complex puzzle.

7. Tying retained pieces of the interior
and available products and materials
together with fabrics and style is what
interior design is all about. Try to
hold to the rule of seven.

8. Providing guests (your user) with the
amenities they desire within a budget
is tricky. In this case, headboards
were not critical but internet and cable
TV a must. Ease of maintenance?

9. Flexible accommodations are key to
long term success. Lodging for
individuals or large families (and
everything in between) is no different
than preparing for dynamic tenants.

10. From the state wildlife biologists from
Illinois and Colorado (first month)
through the Castagnini’s from
Verona, Italy (last month), Mariann
has been the definition of hospitable.

11. +$44,000 Guest Revenue
+1,400 Estimated Guest Nights
$92,500 -- $197,000 Estimated
Local Economic Impact by Guests
+$95,000 paid to local contractors
+$20,000 paid in taxes, utilities and to
local suppliers
November 17th
we begin our 3rd
year
of operations. This weekend,
opening weekend of Pheasant
Season, some of our original guests
will return for their third visit.