WEEKEND INSPIRATION - INNISFREE GARDEN

LOTUS FLOWERS BLOOM ON THE BANKS OF A GLACIAL LAKE IN INNISFREE GARDEN -OCTOBER 2013 PH: JASON JOBSONI'm continually inspired by the beauty of nature and how it never ceases to take my breath away.  I spend many weekends in North Western Connecticut and North Eastern New York State - not one moment is ever wasted.   If you plan a trip to NYC, carve out a few days to drive just two hours North to experience one of the most tranquil areas in the U.S., or anywhere.   I spend my life surrounded by finely crafted designer goods, and nothing makes me appreciate those items more than the work of mother nature.   GRAND PINES SHADE FERN BEDS AT INNISFREE GARDEN IN MILLBROOK,NY

This weekend I visited the Innisfree Garden in Millbrook, NY.   A project that would take over 50 years to take shape, the park follows traditional Japanese and Chinese principals in its design and formation.   Surrounding a glacial lake, Innisfree's CUP design forces visitors to walk the perimeter of the lake.   JASON JOBSON AT INNISFREE GARDEN - MILLBROOK, NY The experience is had by taking the journey.   A pleasant walk of one hour felt like an entire weekend retreat.   Listening to Canadian Geese landing and splashing,  and waterfalls and sprays as they descend stone lined paths to return to the lake will transform your state of mind.  Blooming Lotus flowers, colorful fall leaves, and the peace and quiet - all add to the beauty and rejuvenation only nature can provide.

For more weekend inspiration visit : 

Innissfree Garden

Sharon Country Inn

Irving Farm Coffee House

CT Restaurant

Privet House

Michael Trapp

Mayflower Inn

FALL LEAVES AND MY DISTRESSED SPERRY TOP-SIDERS AT INNISFREE GARDEN PH: JASON JOBSON