History
I began as a lodging and years of planting gardens. Eventually the weddings were added and in the past 10 years approximately the barnyard animals were added. I was a professional and required mastery of driving tractor, constructing, and all the other things that are required for housing animals. I leave my woods untouched because of my appreciation for nature and the value it adds for trainings that take place with wild mushroom hunting--although there's a wide range of trainings here since I'm an ex-teacher, train interns, and enjoy educating people about animal husbandry and all the different aspects of farming. I'm particularly selective about using heirloom seeds.
Specialties
HLGs is a working, organic farm with considerable in geese, ducks, chickens, llamas located on Bainbridge Island, a 30 minute ferry ride from Seattle, Olympic Mountain view to the west, gorgeous flower gardens abound with all the organic fruit, vegetable, herb, large grassy areas, 2.5 acres of woodlands which abound on the property. A peaceful setting where one can relax and enjoy the sounds of nature--a beautiful setting for weddings with an owner who can create any type of cake you desire, design gorgeous bouquets from the many flower gardens that abound, cater food from around the world that incorporates the organic produce grown on the farm, and make your day very special with the evening charm of fire pits, acres of grassy areas bordered for marvelous privacy. The cottage and suite both contain frontrooms, kitchens, baths, bedrooms and offer considerable privacy + the bedroom/bath in the main house. Couples have written marvelous comments about their wedding experiences and can be accessed under the owner's name on the internet. For lodging guests there is a shop of hand crafted delights--both gourmet foods, weavings, spinning selections, high end candles to name some of its offerings. Also, a library, outdoor and indoor seating, wild life, marvelous gourmet breakfasts. A very friendly environment.