I consider this to be
first on my list of the top two most beautiful homes in all of Winnipeg, Manitoba.
The Hosts: Met them during one of their many treks South to visit his widowed Mom (a member of our church). Always greeted us with a smile, and told us we'd be welcome to stay at their house if we ever happen to visit Canada. Three of their 6 kids are on their own, so there is now plenty of room for guests.
We were treated to several home-cooked, delicious meals. Our conversations were never boring. Canada currently has open borders to outsiders, and our Christian friends work tirelessly for the benefit of Refugees from around the globe.
We ended up staying for 2 nights and 3 days. We could have stayed longer if we so desired. But, an impatient Summer employer was waiting for our son's return to the USA.
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| stayed in the BR on the right |
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| daughter slept in this bedroom |
The house:
Built in the 1890s. Repairs are needed. Not quite perfect. For example, the floors squeaked. I could not sneak up on anyone no matter how careful, hahaha.
As in many older homes, there are nice features: large lot, six bedrooms, two bathrooms, basement, large family room, separate dining room, big kitchen, two stair cases (front and back), gables, wrap-around porch, door/window trim, wainscoting, thick walls, wood floors, many windows,claw-foot tub, mysterious nooks and crannies. Very none cookie-cutter. It felt comfortable for me there; as if I were staying with my familiar, old grandma.
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| Front Door, interior |
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| front stairway, and view of dining room |
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| Family Room |
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| pics of beloved family members |
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| Living Room |
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| entry-way cabinet with mirror |
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| downstairs bathroom |
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| back stairs leading to 1st floor kitchen |
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| bath section of 2-room upstairs bathroom |
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| kitty loves her hair! |
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| Front-door, exterior view |
So, the kind and hospitable hosts with their large, beautiful house made our stay in Winnipeg quite memorable. The sweet, fat kitty added a nice touch.
BTW, we weren't the only ones who love the house. Our friends have had a couple of strangers knocking at their door to ask permission to use the property for a
movie --- a horror/mystery movie! Our sensible friends had enough wisdom to firmly say thanks, but
NO thanks! Who'd want to "entertain" by causing someone a nightmare for practically forever; or mar the beautiful memories made at this place?! Nooooooooo way, Jose.
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