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I'm sure commercial ranges are not cheap, but over the holidays (of course) my daughter's refrig died and while getting a new one Lowe's offered a 30" gas range to her for $406 delivered. She couldn't pass it up (of course).

The grounds are sure pretty. Nothing like the Oregon coast for wild ocean beauty. Hmmmmmm.....

Try this sometime: (As soon as you figure your talking to a telemarketer or scammer) "This is a high speed financial data line. What is your Visa card number and your pin?" They hang up...rightaway! (Those rare individuals that try to give a run around answer then get LOUD and ANGRY and say...

Indeed, KK...Great Story and incredible video. I've been married 43 years, and learned early on you never act like that (the guy in the video). But even an old dog like me can learn to appreciate how difficult just one BnB phase of this life: endless meal planning and preperation. Case in...

One thing we have noticed is that expenses are actually down more than revenue. Ours is a different business but I'll bet its true for B&B's, too.

Flexibility....I like that. Fortunately, we will have ample room to do any layout, but I get your idea of staying flexible to accomodate any type of group or couple. Which brings up this comment: In the Inns I have stayed at, most have a "communal" type breakfast setting rather than a...

While trying to envision traffic flow and effeciancy, I'd like to ask an obvious question... My Dining Hall is large and quite long. We will be able to accomodate wedding parties of up to 50 seated guests. But kitchen access is from one end. Is a long table say 5' wide by 35' long...

Okay, I think you've convinced me.....its gonna be gas (at least in the suites). I think I can still go for wood/gas combo in the common room.

Okay, so at first I thought small gas fireplace was the only way to go in each suite of our new design. But if ambiance, cozyness, authenticity are what I'm selling....maybe wood is the better choice? Our room rates will be high (just over $200 per night) so maybe the "real thing" would be...

I like it. You are right, tho'....the "S" is not immediately obvious...which is a good thing. It makes folks say "anctuary" in their heads.... then go back and supply the "S" and say it again. It's great because you are making folks say it twice and they are much more likely to remember it...

Beleive it or not, the State of Oregon is promoting the business of micro breweries and micro distilleries. So in my business plan I want to feature a "Copper Kettle". Have any of you tasted a really good mead? I want to develope a signature beverage...that can be sold by the case (or gal...

Well, we don't have a bottom line yet, but the advice and direction for Business Plans, and especially the Planning Spreadsheet is critical. It is shaping the "next stage of life" for several of my family members. This forum, its members and support are beyond priceless.

In our initial design we have 2 sizes, 381 sq. ft. and 361 sq. ft. The larger one has a "sleeper" alcove.

String or nothing, Bree. You guys are so fast. 16 minutes for IronGate. I think all of life's situations can be found in The Hobbit/LOTR, Lonesome Dove, or The Princess Bride. And the appropriate reply as well. or at least the fun ones worth thinking about....

"A box without hinges, key or lid, yet golden treasure inside is hid. What is it?" and more important where does this riddle come from, who said it to whom?

Obviously, no one would buy an existing INN without good financials. This is a great argument for an up-to-date dynamic business plan backed up with financials. I know, easy to say....hard to find the time to produce. But, if you reconcile your check book, it isn't that much of a leap to keep...

Nope...twern't us.

A little clarification... At this point, the design of the four guest rooms are very similar in our proposed new B&B. Therefore, I doubt there would be a difference in our price. This may change. Other local B&B's have been created out of existing historical structures and have considerable...

Thanks! This will be fun....or not. Oh...it is fun.....I get to raise my rates!

Thanks for your replies. I've gone back and added a few notes to the Wish List. Much will be explained when we get the design done, the location announced and the why and wherefore's told. Be patient....all will be revealed. I've added more to my profile to let you know some of my...