tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75975852666296332202024-02-19T00:09:30.448-05:00From the Front Porch of the McKenzie House Bed and BreakfastOfficial blog of the McKenzie House Bed & Breakfast in Middlebury, Indiana.McKenzie House Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15488841996054656718noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597585266629633220.post-29834645517280963202012-12-05T20:54:00.001-05:002012-12-05T20:54:53.117-05:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: red;">Catch the spirit of</span> <span style="color: #38761d;">Christmas</span>!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVzhHFloQIQqQrGYxNzULQjdFeQPRNG10Uc5jwZIh22dG-qzH8fzUMRUACtWx1u2TvJP_YEzy1yeeppAquFVLp4BTn-3LimdbcDoNHNgrhGtmdeqdMmZDCIh4Nr3ChXtnVctJb6JLSozdE/s1600/DSC02074.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVzhHFloQIQqQrGYxNzULQjdFeQPRNG10Uc5jwZIh22dG-qzH8fzUMRUACtWx1u2TvJP_YEzy1yeeppAquFVLp4BTn-3LimdbcDoNHNgrhGtmdeqdMmZDCIh4Nr3ChXtnVctJb6JLSozdE/s320/DSC02074.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">It's beginning to look alot like Christmas all around McKenzie House Bed & Breakfast. There are Christmas trees, snowflakes, snowmen and twinkling lights everywhere.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIlGC-Jx3uj0jq-SS1Fjd8pLqw_49doSGSR5r8o-SIQZY1YpDZllxywC72dQ3wNgEMP7INqs5HxAPtTfx3xsWMbnGq6AVJ5H1qcnwY2tyqwEBNEwpKmvTTJoLZsWskgGAol-eE1iVD6ZHI/s1600/DSC02091.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIlGC-Jx3uj0jq-SS1Fjd8pLqw_49doSGSR5r8o-SIQZY1YpDZllxywC72dQ3wNgEMP7INqs5HxAPtTfx3xsWMbnGq6AVJ5H1qcnwY2tyqwEBNEwpKmvTTJoLZsWskgGAol-eE1iVD6ZHI/s320/DSC02091.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>Inside and out, we are celebrating this wonderful season of Christmas. And we are hoping for some real snow - my favorite thing about snow - sleigh rides - I experienced my first sleigh ride after opening the bed and breakfast in Amish country, northern Indiana. There is something magical about a sleigh ride. Book a two night stay at McKenzie House during January and we will arrange a FREE sleigh ride for you. We'll even include a thermos of hot chocolate for you to enjoy.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeVC-HtfyKNdmSNXHSGqXzHtmS8i2ixiukO0VMqkxo86yktXJPmrcsVB4udtQWdJANhKpmNSvxwPQ0Ch1SL-zqg_wdT-cI8OXYnjabGIlgywvkgHwbnwSCLh4aqlNL2XOkSw3oBIxuHQBo/s1600/DSC02103.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeVC-HtfyKNdmSNXHSGqXzHtmS8i2ixiukO0VMqkxo86yktXJPmrcsVB4udtQWdJANhKpmNSvxwPQ0Ch1SL-zqg_wdT-cI8OXYnjabGIlgywvkgHwbnwSCLh4aqlNL2XOkSw3oBIxuHQBo/s320/DSC02103.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">A gift certificate would make a wonderful gift for that special someone on yourChristmas list. Gift certificates are available in any amount and are valid for 1 full year. Easy to purchase, easy to wrap! Call us today - 574-825-9787 or visit our website: <a href="http://www.mckenziehousebnb.com/">www.mckenziehousebnb.com</a></div>McKenzie House Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15488841996054656718noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597585266629633220.post-24779432060537489972012-12-03T22:26:00.001-05:002012-12-03T22:26:39.764-05:00Miracle on 34th Street<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Catch the Spirit of Christmas!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Bring the family to The Lerner in Elkhart</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Miracle on 34th Street - The Musical</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia;">December 5th</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Doors open: 6:30 Curtain 7:00</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Tickets online at thelerner.com or call 574-293-4469</span>McKenzie House Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15488841996054656718noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597585266629633220.post-34378511348918653432012-12-02T21:58:00.000-05:002012-12-02T21:58:09.639-05:00Christmas in ShipshewanaChristmas in Shipshewana - December 8 - Kid's Day -passport to fun.<br />
10AM - 4PM - kids pick up their free passports and itinerary at The Davis Mercantile and travel to locations throughout Shipshewana for a day of fun activities and surprises. Santa will arrive at the City offices in the Wolf Bldg. visiting with children from noon to 3PM.<br />
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</div><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nothing says <strong><em>relaxation</em></strong> like a massage. Oh wow! If you have never experienced a massage - now is the time to give yourself a gift of relaxation. A massage is relaxation for the mind and the body. And it is always best if you can have a massage by someone that is recommended to you. And we want to recommend Deborah from Healing Hands. Deborah has pampered our guests and wants to pamper you too. Deborah will come to our bed and breakfast - set her table up in your suite or in a private area of the house near your suite for your massage. Deborah is licensed in Reflexology, Hot Stone and Swedish massage. She sets the mood for the massage with a heated table, soft lighting and soothing background music. Deborah will concentrate on particular areas for you or she will give you a full body massage. Couples - side by side massages are also available. It is best to schedule your massage in advance (7-10 days). Massages can be scheduled for 1 hour at $70.00 or 1 1/2 hours at $100.00 per person. Gift certificates are available - please contact us by phone to schedule a massage or purchase a gift certificate. We hope you take advantage of the convenience of a massage during your stay - pamper yourself soon - you are so worth it. </span>McKenzie House Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15488841996054656718noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597585266629633220.post-7986081393089585202012-02-18T20:17:00.000-05:002012-02-18T20:17:13.329-05:00Signature Concert Series at Blue Gate 2012Our winter season at the bed and breakfast has been busy with couples getting away to relax and groups of ladies working on quilts and scrap booking. And now reservations are starting to come in for the spring, summer and fall. Guests definitely enjoy Amish country in Northern Indiana for the relaxing getaway but they also enjoy taking in an event while they visit. And one of the big draws in Shipshewana is at the Blue Gate Theater. Let us share with you some of the talent who will be there. Check your calendar and start making your plans to stay with us.<br />
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Ricky Skaggs - May 4th at 6PM<br />
Sawyer Brown - May 5th at 6PM <em><strong>(six time country music group of the year)</strong></em><br />
Ernie Haase + Signature Sound with the Collingsworth Family - June 8th & 9th at 7PM<br />
Amy Grant - September 19th at 6PM <em><strong>(contemporary Christian's #1 all-time artist)</strong></em><br />
Guy Penrod - September 20th <em><strong>(award winning southern gospel favorite)</strong></em><br />
Ray Stevens - September 21 at 3:30PM & 7:30PM <strong><em>(grammy winning singer, songwriter, comedian)</em></strong><br />
Diamond Rio - September 22 at 6PM <strong><em> (country music legends)</em></strong><br />
Christmas Piano Extravaganza - December 7 & 8 at 6PM <strong><em>(Come enjoy your favorite Christmas songs</em></strong> <strong><em>played by the best Gospel pianists in the country.)</em></strong> 5 Grand Pianos on stage.<br />
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TICKETS RANGE FROM $19.00 - $79.00 PER PERSON. Buy your tickets online: <a href="http://bluegatetheater.com/">BlueGateTheater.com</a> <br />
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In addition - <strong><em>The Confession</em></strong> - a captivating story of a young Amish woman caught in the middle of secrets and scandal, love lost and love found and personal heartache and healing.<br />
Beginning April 24 - August 18<br />
<strong><em>And </em></strong>new this year <strong><em>Half-Stitched</em></strong> - Amish widow Emma Yoder's first quilt class brings the most unlikely people together. Begins August 24 - December 8<br />
Buy your tickets online: <a href="http://bluegatetheater.com/">BlueGateTheater.com</a> Packages are available with dinner - $29 ticket, $44 dinner/ticket. And of course we want you to stay with us at McKenzie House.<br />
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Hope to see you!McKenzie House Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15488841996054656718noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597585266629633220.post-9310004435961433062011-10-31T11:43:00.000-04:002011-10-31T11:43:31.717-04:00Winter Fun on the ski slopes of Southern Michigan<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> Check out their site for all the details - <a href="http://www.skiswissvalley.com/">www.SkiSwissValley.com</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Make a reservation today - gift certificates are available to purchase.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">visit us at <a href="http://www.mckenziehousebnb.com/">www.mckenziehousebnb.com</a> or call us if you have questions - 574-825-9787</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0-3s2875BIC1aMcBVdN94rkBmeERLxuD9_MSWO4sWqOTB0dk1fzE8sa0A2bVRugga1Go9twD95oOVKqgIA4ylvG_svobLKRGvB8Dc7WqYdyw0Ur6uCJjNugzG8Ac_bhHwrirx5bDkEg6E/s1600/winter+scene+at+McKenzie+House.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0-3s2875BIC1aMcBVdN94rkBmeERLxuD9_MSWO4sWqOTB0dk1fzE8sa0A2bVRugga1Go9twD95oOVKqgIA4ylvG_svobLKRGvB8Dc7WqYdyw0Ur6uCJjNugzG8Ac_bhHwrirx5bDkEg6E/s320/winter+scene+at+McKenzie+House.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>McKenzie House Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15488841996054656718noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597585266629633220.post-55788720876144195202011-01-19T17:31:00.001-05:002011-01-19T17:33:24.800-05:00Valentine's Day.... and other heart related issues<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSZMDHhSZv10EVLjNfgIpwWeq084XurCAccGmVAE6Zk0HV2den8W2XyXz3_VX1aZHc1EurlXc89pv6foGGMbgO3rvEjDNNgWvm82jXKVIAlSJndvt2PxFD4OEDUg0gOY8uogtUMbakihKX/s1600/P1010077.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="320" width="319" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSZMDHhSZv10EVLjNfgIpwWeq084XurCAccGmVAE6Zk0HV2den8W2XyXz3_VX1aZHc1EurlXc89pv6foGGMbgO3rvEjDNNgWvm82jXKVIAlSJndvt2PxFD4OEDUg0gOY8uogtUMbakihKX/s320/P1010077.JPG" /></a></div><br />
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<b>Romance is in the Air</b> - Join us to celebrate Valentine’s Day – any day in February. Whether you enjoy one of our suites in the carriage house that feature Jacuzzi tubs or a suite in the main house – it will be a special treat.<br />
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Rose petals will be sprinkled throughout the suite to create a romantic atmosphere. Our special wine bottle candles will be part of your suite to enhance romance while you relax in the plush robes provided for our guests. Upon arrival, you will find a bottle of sparkling cider and chocolate covered strawberries for your delight as well. Romantic music and movies will be part of your suite for the evening – everything you need to enjoy your special time together.<br />
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The following morning – a “special” cupid breakfast will be prepared just for you and delivered to your room at your leisure – check out will be extended an hour so that you may relax just a little longer. You will find it difficult to leave this wonderful atmosphere – so just for you, if you book a future night before leaving us – we will give you a $25.00 gift certificate for that reservation. <br />
Heart shaped brownies will be ready for you on your departure.<br />
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This package is only $49.00 plus your room rate. Be sure to pass this information along to friends and family.<br />
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A weekend away for just the two of you. A romantic horse drawn sleigh ride (or buggy ride if the weather doesn't cooperate), a special moonlit dip in the hottub before bundling up in plush robes provided for your use, and returning to a cozy room. Enhance the experience with the addition of flowers, rose petals, chocolates and/or wine. $49 -$79 added to your room charge depending on options selected.McKenzie House Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15488841996054656718noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597585266629633220.post-83575008948624625732010-12-19T18:15:00.001-05:002010-12-30T14:09:55.853-05:00Christmas 'Tis the Season<strong>MERRY CHRISTMAS</strong><br />
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Gift Certificates now available on the website. If you haven't noticed, you may now buy gift certificates directly on our reservation page of our website. These are available in $50, $100, or $200 increments or you may purchase one for a s pecific amount to include any "extras" and/or sales tax (7%). They make GREAT stockings stuffers.<br />
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Despite the change in weather, there is no slow down in activities at the house. As Notre Dame Football prepares for a bowl bid, its time once again to dust off the Christmas decorations. I'm not worried about the pending cold weather since I have the man-powered (remote controlled) fireplace now available for guest use in the sitting room. In case that isn't enough, we've raised the temperature on the hot tub to a toe-tingling 103 degrees.<br />
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For the less adventuress, this fall/winter will feature some great Notre Dame indoor athletics in men's and women's basketball, as well as the up and coming men' s hockey team. LATE BREAKING NEWS: Congratulations to the women's soccer team -- 2010 National Champions. <br />
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For those who can't get enough of the cold.there is a great ice skating venue in Elkhart.<br />
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When you're done there, we've discovered some great new (to us) options for dining: Mad Anthony's (a converted former movie theatre), McCarthy's and the Chubby Trout.to name a few. Elkhart<br />
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Another outdoor venue is the frozen toboggan run at Pokagon State Park about 30 minutes down the toll road. This local favorite promises to excite as you can reach speeds in ex cess of 35 miles/hour. If that isn't your cup of tea, there is cross country skiing (w/equipment rentals). Visit their website for a video preview of what can be had. Local cross country skiing is available in some of our county parks, as well. <br />
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Downhill skiing is just 30 minutes across the Michigan border at Swiss Valley ski hill. <br />
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Winter Specials/packages -- stop back next month and check out our January newsletter for winter bargains OR catch our Blog on our website for more ideas.<br />
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The planning began………….the ceremony would be in the far northwest corner of the property facing the woods behind the carriage house. Amber’s dad would be building the altar at which they would be married – what a sweet gesture. The big white tent complete with a dance floor would be on the southeast side of the property, near the pool. Lanterns and wine bottle candles would adorn the pathways and surround the pool to help complete the romantic setting for the evening. Bruce took care of building a bonfire in the back corner of the south yard to help light the evening. <br />
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Even though the day had brought rain showers off and on – by late afternoon the sun had begun to shine, and the evening sky was filled with a beautiful moon and stars…..magical. <br />
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After the ceremony, the guests made their way to the 40x60 tent for dinner and the toasting of the newly married couple….and then the real party began – complete with music, lots of conversation and many a slow dance for all the couples in attendance. As the evening wound down – guests sat poolside (or in the hot tub), on the porch swings, or by the fire, and enjoyed the night.McKenzie House Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15488841996054656718noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7597585266629633220.post-86213011156178218792010-05-25T16:19:00.001-04:002010-05-25T18:11:43.492-04:00Scrapbooking adventures at McKenzie House Bed and Breakfast<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEPyMPxPE2K6tia9UtRp6sjkq-YU5DMcdX1zVv0ePZT33HtkTIq8ByRO3ibBIODtjzMaWBr__y6eUngPvkCu9d2CjGRsCYuEQIMcv_2kGYfZX6rOQEkxRQBS1AHdnOsImRhtuirFf9bZL-/s1600/P1010091.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" gu="true" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEPyMPxPE2K6tia9UtRp6sjkq-YU5DMcdX1zVv0ePZT33HtkTIq8ByRO3ibBIODtjzMaWBr__y6eUngPvkCu9d2CjGRsCYuEQIMcv_2kGYfZX6rOQEkxRQBS1AHdnOsImRhtuirFf9bZL-/s320/P1010091.JPG" width="320" /></a>Consider a scrapbooking adventure getaway at the luxurious Mckenzie House Bed and Breakfast. You're cordially invited to come "Crop-n-shop 'til you Drop" at our internationally known piece of heaven. Situated on four wooded acres, we're a mere five miles from the infamous Amish community of <a href="http://www.amishcountry.org/communities/shipshewana">Shipshewana</a>, where weekly antique auctions and flea markets run from May to October. Our home offers 7,000 sq. ft. for you to relax in and enjoy while you're here. Take pleasure in one of our two hottubs or book one of our suites with Jacuzzi bathtubs, hang out poolside by our heated pool or spend some time by the fire in our conversation pit. A 50" wide screen TV with surround sound is ideal for watching your favorite movie or one of our more than 150 TV channels. Our rooms all have flat screen TVs and DVD players, and nobody has ever gone away hungry from one of Sherry's fabulous hot breakfasts...served each morning of your visit. Late afternoon snacks help tide you over until you venture out to one of our great Amish restaurants, or other fine dining options. By the way, the 4th annual Elkhart County <a href="http://www.amishcountry.org/quiltgardens/">Quilt Gardens Tour</a> runs from the end of May until early fall. This free event features 90,000 blooms in seventeen huge gardens.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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