Many of you probably never even met my good friend Tajana, but her work here at the Grape Arbor has been invaluable. You for sure remember her husband, Paul who was the Assistant Manager for a number of years before … Continue reading
When I left you, I was having second thoughts after seeing the entire front of the Inn de-nuded. The Naked Inn, I thought. I was waiting for hate mail about removing the gorgeous rhododendrons (they were in full bloom when … Continue reading
How do you take a home built in 1832 and give it a fresh look? There are obvious things that we can and have done on the inside of the building, but last year, I took a look at the … Continue reading
It is with great sadness that I want to let you know of the passing of the Grape Arbor Bed and Breakfast’s longtime faithful friend Sweeney Fellini on Monday, June 4th. He surpassed everyone’s expectations of longevity, being more than … Continue reading
When you give us suggestions, we listen! And even if you don’t we try to figure out new ways to make the guest rooms comfortable for your stay. Last year, we put brand new carpeting in Isabella, and added additional … Continue reading
Woo hoo! All we have been hearing about all winter was that Erie is the snowiest city in the US! All of the hullabaloo is, of course, because of the massive snow dump that happened Christmas day, and the few … Continue reading
A few months ago, I noticed a constant sound of chainsaws buzzing. I looked around, and couldn’t figure out where it was coming from. And then I saw. Where there HAD been almost fifteen tall evergreen trees that shaded the … Continue reading
Our travels this time took us to New York; we visited Mazza Chautauqua Cellars/Five and 20 Spirits and Woodbury Winery and Vineyards. The trip to Mazza coincides with our effort to visit wineries that have food available for visitors. Mazza … Continue reading
Not having grown up in the Erie area, it has taken me a while to find all the really fun things that the locals take for granted. Where do I go, when I want to get away from the Inn … Continue reading
I am always up for a challenge, and love to bake things I have never tried! One treat that my step mother Doris loves is biscotti. I have always looked at them with a little trepidation, thinking they would … Continue reading
