Fall is un-officially here!!

Like it or not the chill in the morning is back in full force. The last few days have reminded us of what we have been missing here in the Gorge. . You know, that reason why everything is so green. The rain is back and it is October, hard to believe the summer season has officially ended and winter is creeping it's why back toward our direction.

As we reflect back on this, some what hasty summer season, we have accomplished and welcomed more then just great guests. In June Latisha joined us from her six month stint in India. During her travels she collected a wide range of handmade jewelry complete with precious stones and silver as well as fantastic handmade silk scarves and numerous other foreign treats. This has allowed us to expand our gift shop immensely to a regular "candy store" for the young at heart.

Another by-product of her return has been our new addition which we are very excited about, the Gifford Lodge. The rustically new -aged Indian themed room officially became available late August 2009. This Gifford Lodge features a custom hanging bed, 7ft Jacuzzi bathtub and a 5x7 walk-in shower to name a few. This new addition along side the time of year has marked an official starting point of our upcoming expansions throughout the CR property. By next spring you will have the option of three more cabins on our property as well as expanded garden and water feature areas.

Keep in mind our additions and expansion are planned precisely to the nail and will be quick and painless . . and of course we will keep you posted along the way via twitter and face book, so be sure to follow!

Oh and we can't forget our other new additions to Carson Ridge. Penny & I am pleased to introduce you to Lexy & Bear, they were adopted in July and have quickly adapted to the B&B life. Although these Miniature toy Shepard's are typically a work oriented breed, you will find them lounged out, paws first, on the greens or near the front door to welcome you.

As we lightly tread towards a retreat center for those bound for rejuvenation and relaxation we are asking you what you would want in a destination property? What do you look for?

Make sure to follow us on one or all of our social sites as this winter will be crammed full of get-a-way deals, crazy discounts and the ultimate in relaxation packages. Keep in mind you can be the first to know all of our deals by signing up for our monthly newsletter .. http://tinyurl.com/yb33c7r

Until next time!

April Showers Bring May Flowers...

The statement could not be any more true. Our second day of sunshine after some well deserved days of continuous rain has the flowers popping up all over the property. The cherry blossoms are blooming and color is quickly entering the Gorge once again.

From a birds eye view the best is yet to come. The waterfalls in the area are gushing with winters left overs and yet I saw my first Kite Boarder out on the Columbia yesterday.. He was by himself which may say something.. but none the less he was out their attacking the waves and the wind. If this is not a sign of summer being on its way I don't know what is.

Another sign is the golfer's I keep noticing out on the tee's. We have partnered up with Skamania Lodge to now offer golfing packages for our guests. Their course is a PGA certified layout with some of the top professionals in the business to assist in your experience. They also have a full service pro shop to get you all the "must have" gear.

Our guests this weekend were thrilled after their scheduled wine tour with Martin's Gorge Tours. In celebration of their first anniversary they planned a delightful day of winery hopping together only to find out the night before the excursion that Mrs. Guest was pregnant. Needless to say they enjoyed it just the same and it allowed for great conversation each place they went. We would like to send out another congratulation to them from all of us here at Carson Ridge.

Keep in mind that you can now follow us on both Twitter and Facebook. Doing so will get you some "Tweet" deals on accommodations and packages.

Enjoy the weather and we will see you next time!

The sun is back in the Columbia River Gorge!

Yesterday was the first day of fall and today is really welcoming it in! The sun is cresting and the sky's are bright blue. I have to say though with fall sure does come with some quick and hasty temperature changes. Just last week ago we were waking to 75 -80 degrees and as I turned my defrost on this morning 48 is what my dash said it was.

Take a drive this week, quit making excuses and just go for a drive. Breath the fresh air and gaze at the beauty that is so close to all of you in the city! You will be amazed at how refreshed and energized something as simple as a drive through the gorge will do for your mind, body and soul.

Stop by on your way through and we will give you a tour and treat you to a fresh baked snack!

Share with us some of your favorite fall spots in the gorge?!

Harvest Moon

Well their is a little bit of a breeze this morning along side some gloomy clouds but we have been spoiled with sunshine for so long I am not going to complain to much. 

The fire crews have been busy this week with wildfires through out the gorge area.  Last Thursday right down by the marina in Hood River (only about 28 miles away) a wild fire started and burned over 76 acres before it was contained and yesterday another popped up. According to KATU it is a wild fire that originated in August of this year, this fire which is also adding to the gloomy haze through out the gorge is only 10 percent contained as of today. 

On a brighter side tonight we have some action in the area. The Golden Garter Theatre is performing at the Rock Creek Center in downtown Stevenson.  Bring the family and enjoy a good-old fashioned Magical Melodrama. You can laugh along with this live comedy stage play where "good always triumphs, true love is always mutual and evil is always vanquished." The play is 7:45-10:00 pm and you can reserve your tickets by calling 888-473-7869

Well thats all we hope you have a wonderful day and we will look forward to talking to you soon!