06/06/2026
The Stargazer at Babbling Brook Cottages has looked a little different lately.
I’ll admit, it hurt my heart to remove the landscaping around the cabin and beneath the red maple. The hostas, holly bush, and pachysandra had been there for years and had become part of the cabin’s character. BUT preserving these nearly 90-year-old cabins sometimes means making changes that aren’t always easy.
The goal was to improve drainage and move water away from the cabin to help protect the wood structure for years to come. We also expanded the entrance step to make access a little easier for guests.
The good news is that the hostas, holly bush, and pachysandra were all relocated elsewhere on the property, the red maple received much-needed love and fresh soil, and we’re already planning new plantings for this fall. Sometimes caring for an old place means looking beyond what it looks like today and making decisions that help preserve it for the future.
The Stargazer may look a little different, but that beautiful red maple is still watching over the cabin just as it always has. And if I’m being honest, I may already have a few ideas for new outdoor Christmas decorations this year. Lol.
