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Issue #122
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My good friends Alf Carter and Kathy Trimble had called me up, and asked if I wanted to stay at their new cabin. I have always enjoyed my stay at their lodge, and so I found myself on Hwy 21, heading to their establishment for the weekend. The new cabin is set away from Azalea Falls Lodge, and is quite private.
Azalea Falls Cabin is in reality a 1,700 sq. ft., 3 bedroom log home. Decorated in antiques and period pieces, this beautiful cabin has many large sliding glass doors that give you the feeling of being nestled in a tree house. I was immediately impressed with the amount of room there was in the cabin. Equally impressive was the deck that went around the entire cabin.
The master bedroom suite was upstairs, and includes a large bed, a jacuzzi tub and full bath, plus 2 sitting areas and a balcony. It was very large, and after some consideration, I decided to use one of the other two bedrooms on the first floor. All the bedrooms were quite nice and very comfortable.
Since I had arrived somewhat late on Sunday afternoon, Alf and I didn't have any time to go hiking, so I decide to make my hosts and myself some supper. I decided to cook spagetti with a meat sauce (one of my specialties) along with a fresh salad and some garlic bread. Alf and Kathy furnished a bottle of wine for the supper, and together we sat down and enjoyed our meal together. As we dined we discussed local politics and current floating and hiking conditions. I reminded Alf that we would want to use some bug spray when we went hiking in the morning. We did the dishes and then adjourned to the deck for after dinner drinks and more conversation. As the sun set, Alf and Kathy walked back to their place, and I decided to check out the entertainment area.
The living room has a large TV with satallite dish, stereo with cd player and FM (I could get a classic rock and roll station!), VCR and a phone line I could use to connect to the internet. Since Azalea Falls Cabin is local to my internet provider, and I had my laptop with me I hooked it up and dialed in. I was able to stay in contact with my business, as well as do email and surf. It was very convienent. My ISP informs me guest accounts are available.
The next morning, Alf and I decided to hike the trail at Azalea Falls Lodge. This trail goes along the top of the canyon, then down and around to the waterfall, then back around and up to the top again. This loop trail is what I would call an easy hike. There were quite a few wildflowers in bloom, including azalea, umbrella magnolia, shooting stars, and other plants I didn't know the names of.
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All this hiking had made us hungry, and so we returned to Azalea Falls Cabin for lunch. I made some bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwiches on toast, with cold slaw, chips and a dill pickle. Both Alf and I spent the rest of the afternoon and early evening on the deck, just talking. We recounted many of our past adventures, and planned a few new ones that I hope will make their way onto these pages.
This was a great getaway. I spent 4 days and 3 nights at Azalea Falls Cabin. Everything that I
could possibly want was there, for cooking, for entertaining, or for relaxing. Everything is provided, except for your food, and you can take advantage of the
grocery service if you don't want to bother with that. The cabin is large, wonderfully decorated, and has enough room so there is privacy if you are in a big
group.
Now is the time to come to the Ozarks. Take advantage of our summers. Go swimming with your kids, take a hike with your family, or just enjoy a secluded getaway
with that special someone. Give Alf or Kathy a call, and make a reservation, you won't regret it!!
Azalea Falls
Lodge
Alf Carter & Kathy Trimble, Owners & Managers
H.C. 30, Box 140
Kingston, AR 72742
Phone: (870) 420-3941
Email Azalea Falls Lodge
