* WOW! (women's only weekend!) Ken and Margie, we had a fantastic time again this year. Your home is so peaceful, relaxing and comfortable. We enjoyed the Kitchen, Patio and Deck. We found the swimming hole and just had fun. Thank you!" "Many thanks to Deena at Wine Country Connections for setting up this group of old Cal friends in this absolutely fantastic home. We really did love this weekend and sincerely hope to be back next year! Thank you!"

* September 15, 2002 "We enjoyed every minute of our visit to the area. Your house is beautiful. We felt very comfortable and hope to return again." Your home is Wonderful. We had a wonderful week and would love to come again." "Thank you for a wonderful week in your lovely home. Everything was so comfortable and the setting incredibly beautiful."

* August 18, 2002 "Absolutely Wonderful! We loved your house - loved the swimming hole; it was hard to leave for vineyard tours!!" "We had a great time! The house was a great home base. Thanks for sharing your home with us." "Ken - Thanks!! Everything was beautiful - great fun!"

* August 3-7, 2002 "What a great place to celebrate 40 years of friendship. One regret was not spending enough time in your beautiful unique abode. The house was comfortable and welcoming. The beauty of the redwoods is unbelievable. Thank you for your hospitality."

* July 14 to August 1, 2002 "I liked your house a lot" "Of course the house is great and the surroundings beautiful . . . but what made our stay so pleasant was the warm and generous spirit of Margie and Ken Metzger. We felt so at home here" "Julia had a very very good time. Your house was very comfy. Loved the rope swing and the creek. Want to see Ken and Margie again. I hope Gabby loved it here too!!"

* "Thanks for sharing your lovely home with us! It was a respite for us city dwellers."

* "Thanks for the use of your lovely home; it really did feel like home!"

* "Wonderful time! We'll have to come back!"

* "Thanks for sharing your lovely home with us! The wine and pears were a great treat."

* "The house is wonderful. Thanks and we'll be back"

* "You have a beautiful home. We enjoyed everything, especially the heating blanket. We love

the decor and the coffee

* "We love your place and being able to see pictures of you on your travels. Now we know what you look like! The little accompaniments are very thoughtful: water, coffee, bagels and wine . . . we wish we had one more day to enjoy here."

* "We enjoyed our stay in your beautiful home. Wonderfully equipped - Great kitchen! All the rooms are so inviting. (Hungarian and other pieces in master bedroom were a pleasant surprise.)"

* "We enjoyed your beautiful home so much. The kitchen equipment is outstanding! The decks are lovely - the experience unforgettable . . . "

* "Great location. The backyard scenery is unbelievable, and it's an unforgettable time!!"

* "Wonderful retreat - beautiful surroundings for a family bent on loving togetherness in celebration of a wedding. Rain and sunshine - the place is lovely in both weathers! Thanks for providing what we wanted!"

* "What a wonderful place! Loved the hot tub and great location for beautiful walks/hikes. Wish we could stay longer!"

* "Thanks for sharing this wonderful slice of paradise with us. We all enjoyed the walks, talks, food and wine>"

* "We loved staying in your beautiful home!"

* July 4, 2002 "What a beautiful house and the setting is even better. Thanks so much for sharing everything with us. We had a wonderful holiday weekend!"

* June 15, 2002 "A great place to relax and enjoy the lovely house and woods. Weather perfect too!"

* May 27, 2002 "A wonderful respite from the crowds in Napa Valley. What a relaxing haven!"

* May 18, 2002 "Perfect house for our families. Everything well thought out - see you again."

* May 15, 2002 "Thank you for a great time. It is a wonderful place. Love."

* March 3, 2002 "What a wonderful place! Had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

* "We had a peaceful and fun time in your beautiful home. We hope to return."

* June 2, 2002 "What a wonderful spot! It was perfect in every way."

* June 1, 2002 "What a wonderful retreat! Thank you for sharing your wonderful home with us"

* October 14, 2001 "Thanks for a great 50th getaway spot with my oldest/best girlfriends. We had a ball!"

* July 4, 2001 "A great house for an extended family retreat - the woods are so peaceful. And since esterday it was 109 degrees in Healdsburg - we appreciated the drop of at least 15 degrees in the woods! Your house is warm and fun - thanks for letting it out!!!"

* October 20, 2001 "Great trees - Beautiful setting"

* August 19, 2001 "We had a grand time but all too brief - some 36 hours! Our skills with the horseshoes can only improve! A privilege to sleep and breath amongst the redwoods"

* April 30, 2000 "We enjoyed your beautiful home very much. Thank you for your generosity!"

* April 30, 2000 "A wonderful experience; We loved it! Thanks . . ."

* April 28, 2000 "What a beautiful home. This is truly paradise!"