Our Location: Buttercup Ridge, Roseneath, Ontario, Canada
We are in day 9 of isolation and are happy to be here at the farm. We can find some things to do and are enjoying the exercise of walking, working and even managing to catch a few minutes in the warm sun out of the wind.
Taking a stroll down the long driveway this morning I snapped these photos with my phone. Those cornfields belong to Buttercup Ridge.
I just love the look of that barn way over there. The corn fields you can see in this photo belong to Buttercup Ridge. No hint of spring in the trees yet.
Can you see the Dogsled and Igloo up there near the farm house?
All photos today were taken on a walk this morning and taken with my phone. The mud is drying up, the sun, wind and close to freezing night time temps are all helping to dry everything up.
The barn over there behind those trees is home to some cattle. I haven't been out to check or count and haven't chatted with Mike so I have no idea how many there are.
As you come up the driveway this sign greets you.
The driveway is quite steep where it leaves the road, which you can't see as it is down over that little rise. Heavy equipment taking the corn off in December made this part of the driveway very rough.
You can't see that house during the summer when the leaves are on the trees.
We are tucked up against the house out of most of the winds.
It's a beautiful old farmhouse.
Earlier today I wrote an entire post but deleted it for a number of reasons, so instead I'll leave you with these photos taken around the farm today. Enjoy them.
The next photos are for you Peter. They give a better idea of the type of destruction here at Buttercup Ridge.
As you can see this is a fairly large section and the grass has been literally ripped apart, turned over and clawed around.
This is a section of the lawn in front of the house. You can get an idea of the vast sections torn up but this destruction continues over the rise toward the pine tress as well.
That small line in the grass is a mole line. They often have a ridge where the grass has been pushed up and sometimes they make a circle in an area where there is something to eat but I've never known them to push the grass over in big chunks. They chew the roots and leave a hollow UNDER the grass.
You can see the big patches of turned over grass, it almost looks like someone took a rotor tiller through it in places.
Right up to the edges of the cornfield. Lots of empty corn cobs around so I guess after the corn was cleaned off the cobs they moved on to grubs in the soil under the grass.
The back patio, wood fireplace, wood fired pizza oven, wet bar, BBQ, Corian counter eating space and bar.
Fireplace.
Wood fired pizza oven.
Until next time.... take care, be safe, stay healthy,
Deb
Looks like the perfect spot to hunker down while this Virus keeps us all prisoners.
ReplyDeleteBe Safe and Enjoy your freedom.
It's about time.
You are correct, it is a wonderful place to spend our early days back in Ontario. We have everything we need and want right here. We do a little work inside and out, it helps to pass the time and in return we have full use of anything here. A very good trade I think. Haha.
DeleteTake care, be safe, stay healthy,
Deb
Do you know what is 'tilling' the ground? We live in the suburbs in Florida and whatever it is, visits us too.
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty sure it's skunks digging for grubs in the ground below the grass. They start with a type of single round hole but sometimes the hole becomes bigger and bigger which causes the destruction. I can only say that it is skunks here in Ontario, you may have some other critter that causes like destruction. You can by a Trail Camera and put it outside at night and it would show you what you have causing you issues.
DeleteTake care, be safe, stay healthy,
Deb
The pictures of the ground look's like what you see the wild hogs do in Texas . ( you didn't sneak some back did you )Look's like a very beautiful place the be at this time .take care and be safe . Vern still hiding out in Boise.
ReplyDeleteI would assume it could be caused by a variety of animals but I know here in Ontario it's skunks. My dad has had similar (although not as large) issues with it. Truth be told, I've never seen a wild hog, javelina, or such thing, although I've seen tracks.
DeleteIt is a beautiful place and we enjoy our time here. We don't see Buttercup Ridge at its best because we come early spring and late fall, but the beauty is evident!
Take care, be safe, stay healthy,
Deb
Love the name of the place. That is one big and beautiful old farmhouse. Long driveway and lots of land. You're certainly living the life of luxury:)) Enjoy the solitude and stay safe.
ReplyDeleteIt is a beautiful spot and we enjoy our time here. The farmhouse is fabulous, the views are fantastic and the signs of spring are popping now. We are business as usual here, no one comes around except Mike twice a day to check on his cows, but we don't see him, although we do hear him. It's a wonderful place to relax and wait for the last leg of our journey.
DeleteTake care, be safe, stay healthy,
Deb
What a beautiful place you are staying at. Wow .. that's a lot of damage to the property. Did you say it was from skunks??
ReplyDeleteIt is a beautiful place and we are fortunate to be able to stay. It's a wonderful place to rest up and get used to Ontario again.
DeleteThis is the first year I've seen this much damage here, it's common to see a hole or two but I've not witnessed this much damage here nor any where else, although I've heard of it in past years. Yes, it is skunks, I guess they've given up on the corn fields and moved on to the lawns.
Take care, be safe, stay healthy,
Deb
Thank you for taking the time to explain that to me Deb. It is very much appreciated. When I saw the pictures and the extent of the damage , I thought of the movie "Caddyshack". I would have to agree with you and everybody that the farmhouse and property are very beautiful. The fences are even unique. Take care.
ReplyDeleteIt's the least a country girl could do for a city boy. Haha.
DeleteCaddyshack does come to mind, but believe me Bill Murray is not anywhere around. I'd notice him. Haha.
It is a beautiful spot and we are fortunate to be able to call it home twice a year and enjoy the beauty.
The fences are used to keep the crops inside a certain area, or someone would plant them right up to the edges of the driveway, the lawn, and the farmhouse. This gives them a bit of separation between farm and house.
All cattle are kept in the barnyard which of course is fenced in a more traditional way. The cattle only winter here in the barn and barn yard, not in the fields. They are taken to their home pasture as soon as the grass is healthy enough to hold them,(usually before the end of May), they return again late in the fall when the pastures are no longer able to support the herd.
Take care, be safe, stay healthy,
Deb
I did so enjoy your pictures. What a beautiful place it looks so peaceful. I would bet every season there has a special beauty all its own.
ReplyDeleteStay safe and healthy. Hugs to you and Riley.
Thanks Deb. I think next time I'll post some of the unique pieces of decorating Janet has inside the house, I'm always amazed at the things she finds.
DeleteIt is a beautiful place and we are fortunate to be able to call Buttercup Ridge home when ever we are in the area.
We hope you and Tom are doing well down there in the south, the humidity must be climbing by now and I'm happy I'm not there, I don't do well in very humid climes.
Take care, be safe, stay healthy,
Deb
That is such a pretty spot. Having been raised on a farm your post stirs some memories for me. The old farm house and the barn and the lane all bring back boyhood memories. Thank you!!!
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed it Lorne. If I could figure out a way to 'smell forward' I'd get some scents for you too. Nothing says memories like cow manure. Haha. It is a very lovely spot and we are very fortunate to call it home for a while both spring and fall.
DeleteTake care, be safe, stay healthy,
Deb