The Carriage House at Lakeside Lane

13/07/2024

Dolly poses with the ribbons she won over three days at BHAD Blue Heron Agility Dogs first Rally Trial. One 100, five 99s, one new title (RM3) and a coveted Rally Championship (RACH). Thanks Sue Schneider and Sylvia Brownlee for the great training. And thanks Darlene and Ivan Mast and Margaret Quillen for the gift of my wonderful best friend and sleepmate, Dolly.

05/07/2024

Fireworks on right out my back door along Andrew's Lake and a dog conditioned not to fear them. Happy Birthday, America.

04/07/2024

Super host again!

Smokefree Lakeside Relaxation

04/07/2024

I got a notice from Airbnb that I was made a superhost again. There is a link to post this on Facebook and other social media. I commented at the top of my post that my unit was in the top 10% of homes worldwide. Facebook took down this post and accused me of violating community standards. So Facebook, here is a screen shot from my listing on Airbnb which states I am a superhost whose unit is in the top 10% of all homes world-wide. I am so tired of computers trying to rule my world! They are not even that good at it--get fake friend requests from Facebook every day, some hacked from my real friends, and some "men" who find me "fascinating". Why does Facebook prevent me from sharing good news with my friends but not stop the fake accounts from trying to scam me? it's rediculous. Facebook you owe me an apology!

04/07/2024

I got notice from AirBNB that I am a superhost yet again. In fact, according to their notice, I am in the top 10 percent worldwide. I posted this on my home page, and FB removed it, saying it violated community standards. This is pretty amazing since I repost this type of thing every six months or so whenever I get a rating!

Send a message to learn more

02/06/2024

Expecting repeat guest Sam at 4, until then, Dolly and I are hanging out at the lake on a beautiful June Sunday.

21/05/2024

Got a nice email from AirBnb today: Congratulations! You have a home in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability. It’s an amazing accomplishment and deserves to be recognized.

Your listing page now showcases a top 5% highlight, a gold trophy, and a gold Guest Favorites badge—so guests can see just how special your place is.

Thank you LLizandra Castanosand CChad M Sweeney Sr.and

04/05/2024

Happy 10th Birthday, JB!

13/04/2024

Dolly received her AKC title of Rally Advanced Excellent 2 in the mail today. This second award took her less than a year to complete, and she received many ribbons along the way.

29/09/2023

Happy Son Day. Here is my cutie pie. Lots of late nights, but never got a gal pregnant! Reponsible...and neutered.

25/03/2023

While it freaks out my cats, we allow kitty visitors, too. They love looking out the picture window at all the action, and Kitty Cat TV aka the bird feeder.

08/09/2022

05/09/2022

My guest and her beautiful Golden enjoy the stand-up paddleboard while Dolly looks on wistfully.

27/08/2022

From fairs and festivals to walking tours, museum exhibits and more, visit Southern Delaware this fall and Fall For our History! Check out the link for details: https://buff.ly/3R2isH3

09/07/2022

All good things must come to an end, our little single pot coffee maker died today. BUT we have replaced him with a snazzy BLUE model, still single use so water does not get stale between guests, but slimmer, taller, deeper. Can choose STRONG brewing if you like, can fit a travel mug! I hope you like it!
(ous in the blue model of the several that may be displayed)

https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/keurig-k-mini-plus-singserve-k-cup-pod-coffee-maker/5179508?skuId=67209569

The Keurig K-Mini Plus Single Serve Coffee Maker perfectly brews coffee, tea, hot cocoa, specialty and iced beverages in any size cup from 6 oz. to 12 oz. Compact and portable design with full size features is ideal for small dwellings or on-the-go use.

06/07/2022

Very pleased to have been selected as a superhost yet again. Gene

Entire home/apt in Frederica, United States. Quiet smoke free lakefront Carriage House studio over garage with separate entrance. Mini Fridge, microwave, dishes. Use of fire pits, canoe, SUP...

21/05/2022

here we go again!

From the Governor's Desk

COVID 19 Update

Delaware is seeing an increased number of COVID-19 cases across the state. Based on the number of cases, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ranks New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties at the high COVID-19 community level (as of 2pm on Friday, May 20, 2022).

How to stay one step ahead of COVID-19:

• Stay home if you are sick and get tested. Even if you test negative for COVID, stay home until symptoms have gone away. Get tested if you were exposed to someone with COVID-19.
• Mask up -- especially at this time when cases are increasing.
• Mask up in public indoor settings regardless of vaccination status.
• Get vaccinated and boosted -- including a second booster-- when you are eligible.
• Vaccines and boosters are extremely important because they can keep you from getting very sick or hospitalized if you get COVID-19.
• Stay informed from reliable sources for data, information, and treatment options. Learn more at de.gov/coronavirus.

14/05/2022

I warn small dog owners to be careful of their dogs on our dock when the eagles are flying. I think a bird of prey tried to get JB once, he had THREE gouges on his sides and he was TERRIFIED to outside for about three weeks. When eagles fly, he comes in! He's not as dumb as I often say he is.

Yes, that’s a bald eagle carrying off someone’s pet dog last week outside Poplar Bluff! 😳 (an eagle circled back recently over my house, checking out our little dog). Credit: Bertha Jean Hancock

05/04/2022

Whoot Whoot!

04/03/2022

Guess what! When you stayed with us, did you know we were top spot in Delaware? Look at these other top picks, I bet they go for more than 100, 200 per night! Very proud to keep such a great spot affordable! https://bestraveltipstricks.com/15-best-airbnbs-in-delaware-usa/

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25/02/2022

Governor Carney has removed mandatory mask rules once again. Here I am--maskless--enjoying a fried oyster supper at the Felton Volunteer Firestation, a MUST if you ever are here during one of these fun events. (there are mashed 'taters and slippery dumplings and chicken salad if you don't like fried oysters).

19/01/2022

Kitty visiting from NYC enjoys watching CAT TV (bird feeder) out his window. Daddy took him down on the dock, but he is content to wonder what those tall, brown, skinny skyscrapers are from inside where he us safe and warm..

14/01/2022

Dolly gets High in Trial at a Rally Dog Show. She can't wait to show off her ribbons to her new best friends, our guests.

11/01/2022

In breaking news today, Jan 10, 2022, Gov. John Carney has signed a revision to the State of Emergency declaration, requiring Delawareans to wear masks in indoor public settings.

20/11/2021

Overheard conversation between Dolly and JB....

😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹

05/10/2021

19/09/2021

One of our guests fishing Andrews Lake using our canoe.

12/09/2021

Smokefree Lakeside Relaxation is appreciated by all! Here, the delightful and well behaved Ms. Lilly slumbers peacefully.

02/07/2021

Dolly runs the beach! Happy 4th of July everyone!