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Photo Tour
AHH-- the great meals we serve are created in our large kitchen!
A nice view of our entry foyer and hall; tumbled limestone floors, 20 ft.ceilings and Tuscan archways welcome arriving guests
Springtime lavender in bloom in the south trrace garden. We also have 40 Mission and Manzinita Olive trees here.
Our favorite ROOM ( and also voted the same by our many visitors) is the fireplaced Logia, with see forever views. A perfect
setting!
The logia, looking towards the dining room, woodburning fireplace
on right, large picture window and sliding doors on left, allow spectacular views of nearby vineyards, foothills and
rolling hills in all directions.
The south
Terrace and lawn, with lavender garden in the background. Just
outside the logia this relaxing environment awaits our guests. Italian tile, lovely potted plants provide color. Comfortable
seating and bistro tables for wine and snacks (or breakfast most of the year), even an outdoor fireplace! -The pool is only a few steps away!
The courtyard and fountain, with a view towards our kestrel canyon vineyard under development, and the distant mountains. Now
THIS is a see forever view!!!
A typical sunset as seen from the west garden, viewable from the Sorrento or Portofino suites
The Music Room! a 1923 baby grand piano,fully restored
and used by visiting artists,along with comfy sofas, high ceilings, old world architecture..and a large fireplace.. This
room is used for the indoor venue during Valdemosa music events.Intimate house concerts are held here, RSVP only, with
a limit of 30 guests per performance. (Valdemosa guests are admitted free of charge)
Front Courtyard and Sorrento Suite entrance. A private entry into
this lovely suite, complete with King bed and jacuzzi bath.
Our " Secret Garden"; located on the west side
of the Villa, come take a sroll among the lavender and rock roses.Watch the sunset while enoying a glass of wine...
Ripe mission olives from one of our many olive trees that
border the drive and lavender garden. We harvested over 500 pounds ( 70 gallons)this fall!! Now curing them in brine for January
bottling and available early in '09 at the Villa!
A Typical Valdemosa brakfast, served al fresco style!
top:Valdemosa
soufle Italien-typical of the house made egg dishes created by our chef.bottom: our signature house made Quiche and banana
nut loaf,fresh from our oven!
A springtime view through the Secret Garden, looking west
towards the sea, 30 miles distant.
Owners wine collection
Sunrise in the lavender garden at Valdemosa
THE LOGIA; Looking into our logia from the dining room. Bordeaux suite at far end of room, fireplace on left
just out of view-we serve breakfast and do wine tastings in the logia
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