Southern Iowa Lodging & Couples Golf Package is one of the summer specials now being offered at Charlie-Jane’s Bed and Breakfast.

You can find a GREAT place to stay and a GREAT place to play golf all in one package! Worried about getting a tee time? Let us worry about that. The 9-hole semi-private Mount Ayr Country Club facility features 2,975 yards of golf, from the longest tee for a par 35.

The course rating is 33.8 and it has a slope rate of 172. Carts are allowed on the fairways, and one has been reserved in your name! Charlie-jane’s offers 2 queen size bedrooms and spacious suite with AC, TV, and a full breakfast of your choice. Yes, that includes homemade waffles, pancakes or french toast, plus eggs, meat, muffins and fruit! You can get more information at www.Charlie-janes.com and golflink.com.  Get your reservations now and ask about our “Gof & Lodging Special.”!

When: June 21, 2009: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Price: $29.95 each for adults, includes meal, wine and admission to Sunday Tunes
Where: Summerset Winery in Indianola, IA
What: Delicious BBQ and great music! Your dad will be LOVE his day at the winery, then pamper him at the local B&B: Garden and Galley!

Show how much you really appreciate him by spending a fabulous day enjoying delicious BBQ catered by Shane’s Rib Shack. Check-in to your room at Garden and Galley, then return to the winery for the Sunday Tunes from 3-6 p.m. performed by Tony Valdez & the Retro Rockets.

Buffet style meal includes:
* Shane’s Ribs with assorted sauces (original, spicy and hot)
* Pulled pork
* Chopped brisket
* Baked beans
* Potato salad
* Coleslaw
* Buns
* Fresh baked peach and apple cobblers
* Chocolate brownies
* Assorted cookies
* Ice tea
* Sweet tea
* Lemonade
* Glass of Summerset wine or sparkling juice

Reservations required for BBQ, call 515-961-3545 .

Father’s Day Lodging
Just minutes from the The Garden and Galley B&B will have your room ready and waiting to celebrate Father’s Day up right. Room rates begin at $90 per night. Select your room or check for availability by clicking here or call 515-961-7749.

*Pictured to the left is Garden and Galley’s Simpson Room.

Girl Friend Getaways

Getting away with the girls is always a great time at Garden & GalleY. Our central location near Des Moines makes it convenient for girlfriends to meet and relax. We offer Cooking Class week-ends, Spa week-ends, Wine Tastings, Scrapbooking with Girls, Bachelorette parties, Brides-Maid Luncheons, and “create your own getaway packages.”

Wow, the fall decorating is done. The lodge is full of leaves and berries and the wonderful colors of fall. Nature is not far behind. We are seeing many birds beginning to migrate through our area on their way to their winter homes. What a wonderful time to spend out of doors enjoying the color and crisp air at Timberpine Lodge B & B. Enjoy a campfire complete with marshmellows for roasting while you sip a cup of hot cider. When the outside gets too cool, cozy up in front of your own fireplace while enjoying a romantic movie. Reserve your room now for 10% off when you book for two nights at Timberpine Lodge B & B.

I had aspargus delivered to me grown in an SW Iowa garden. She gave me this recipe. It sounds so good. I plan to use it for breakfast Sunday.

Aspargus/Strawberry Fruit Dish

2 c. strawberries halfed or quartered

2 c. aspargus cut in 1″ pieces blanched 2-3 mins

Dressing:

1/4 c lemon juice

2 T. olive oil

2-3 T. honey

Pour dressing on right before serving.

Come have breakfast at www.backinntimebb.com Phone# 641.743.6394. Aspargus season is almost over so don’t delay.

Ruth Johnson Innkeeper

Celebrating a century of character…. John Wayne’s birthday centennial celebration..May 25-27, 2007 Winterset Iowa. www.johnwaynebirthplace.org Make plans to attend. What great fun!!!!!

Bring a couple with you and rent (your choice) a John Wayne movie FREE. Offer good though July 2007. wwwbackinntimebb.com Phone # 641.743.6394

Inkeeper Ruth