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After living and working in the Perth metropolitan area for most of their working lives, Joann and Brian decided to make a ‘tree change’ and retire to Bridgetown, about 3 hours south of Perth.
The decision was based on what one can do in retirement. With 8.5 acres to play with there is no question in this regard. With in excess of 150 cherry and fruit trees planted and countless deciduous trees scattered around the block there is plenty to do.
Both Joann and Brian worked in environments where contact with others was a constant event, so to retain this, the Bed and Breakfast concept became a real possibility.
Construction of the house commenced in December 2004 and the keys were received in December 2005. Work outside of the house is now in progress. The house has been constructed in Brick with a colorbond (metal) roof in preference to the wooden pole type with framed walls. This was a deliberate decision based on the better insulating qualities of brick, making each room more comfortable for guests both for temperature and privacy.
Each bedroom has its own external sliding door to a covered paved verandah where tables and chairs are provided to relax and enjoy the view. Within each room new furniture and fittings have been provided. For comfort in the winter time when Bridgetown can become cold, heated floors have been installed in both the bedroom and bathroom. Each bathroom has heated towel rails and heater lights. If this is not sufficient, reverse cycle air-conditioning has been provided to each room.
A ‘quiet’ room has been provided where there is no television or radio and guests can relax to read or perhaps play cards, games or maybe do a jigsaw puzzle.
Much work has been done to create a garden that guests can enjoy. To this extent we have planted many of the older style plants such as Acquilegea (Granny's bonnet), Clematis and other colourful plants. Roses have been planted everywhere!
Jobry, like Bridgetown is an Autumn, Winter, Spring area although as the garden grows the summer display seems to be as good.
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