Our Home away from Home
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 8/5/08
We've been going to the Thompson House every summer for more than 10 years, sometimes for two weeks or more at a time - obviously, we love it! The owners/staff could not be more welcoming and attentive - it's almost like visiting family on that annual visit. The rooms are comfortable, spotless and have beautiful views, especially those overlooking the adjacent golf course. The meals (breakfast and dinner) are delicious and plentiful - there are several selections at each meal, so there is something for everyone - sometimes the toughest thing is choosing which great meal to have - and the desserts at dinner are fabulous. If you really need to eat after that big breakfast, for lunch there is the very reasonable coffee shop on the grounds, or there are many restaurants in the area.
There are many games and activities each day, but no pressure - lazing the day away by the pool or under the pines (where there really is a breeze all the time) is a perfectly wonderful way to relax. There are often "field trips" to points of interest in the area, and the house bus goes into town at least twice a week. There are loads of things to do in the immediate area - hiking, biking, golf, mini-golf, shopping, movies, a winery - to name just a few of the things that we enjoy. The Thompson House also provides varied entertainment every night - from bingo, to horse racing, to magicians, to bands - or you can find your own entertainment.
It is our hope and intention to continue to visit our friends at the Thompson House for many more summers to come. - K&T M.