Spring Fever At Castle Marne B&B

Tired of the cold?  Sit back and enjoy seeing some of the first flowers of spring in the Castle Marne gardens.   Spring will be here sooner than we realize.  

Flowers cared for and tended by Jim Peiker, photographs by Louie Feher-Peiker

Enjoy.

Narcissus

Narcissus |närˈsisəs| Greek Mythologya beautiful youth who rejected the nymph Echo and fell in love with his own reflection in a pool. He pined away and was changed into the flower that bears his name.narcissus |närˈsisəs| |nɑrˈsɪsəs| |nɑːˈsɪsəs|noun ( pl. same, -cissi |-ˈsisī; -sē| |nɑrˈsɪˈsaɪ| |nɑrˈsɪˈsi| |-sʌɪ|, or-cissuses |nɑrˈsɪsəsəz|)a bulbous Eurasian plant of a genus that includes the daffodil, esp. (in gardening) one with flowers that have white or pale outer petals and a shallow orange or yellow cup in the center. • Genus Narcissus,family Liliaceae (or Amaryllidaceae): many species and varieties, in particular N. poeticus.

Daffodil

daffodil |ˈdafəˌdil|nouna bulbous plant that typically bears bright yellow flowers with a longtrumpet-shaped center (corona). 

daffodil

• GenusNarcissus, family Liliaceae (orAmaryllidaceae): several species, in particular the common N. pseudonarcissusand its varieties. See also narcissus 

Climbing Clematis 

clematis |ˈklemətəs; kləˈmatəs|: a climbing plant of the buttercup family that bears white, pink, or purple flowers and feathery seeds. Several kinds are cultivated asornamentals. • Genus Clematis, family Ranunculaceae.

Jim's mother's Iris from her garden many years ago

Pansy: a popular cultivated viola with flowers in rich colors, with bothsummer- and winter-flowering varieties. •Genus Viola, family Violaceae: several species and hybrids, in particular the commonly cultivated.  Do you recognize these from the plates Diane designes every morning for breakfast?  

Iris

Iris |ˈīris| Greek Mythologythe goddess of the rainbow, who acted as a messenger of the gods.iris |ˈīris| |ˈaɪr1s| |ˈʌɪrɪs|noun. 2 a plant with sword-shaped leaves andshowy flowers, typically purple, yellow, or white. Native to both Eurasia and North America, it is widely cultivated as an ornamental. • Genus Iris, family Iridaceae(the iris family): many species and numerous hybrids, including the crested dwarf iris ( I. cristata) and the sweet iris( I. pallida). The iris family also includes thegladioli, crocuses, and freesias. 

Iris and Peonise

Jim's favorite flower, the peony

Can't you almost smell them?

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peony |ˈpēənē|nouna herbaceous or shrubby plant of north temperate regions, which has long been cultivated for its showy flowers. • Genus Paeonia, familyPaeoniaceae.ORIGIN Old English peonie, via Latin from Greek paiōnia, from Paiōn, the name of the physician of the gods.

How did the "Turkey" get it's name?

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast.

Ever wonder how the turkey got it's  name?  Click below to read how America's traditional Thanksgiving meal got it's name.  Enjoy.


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Denver, Co. World Exclusive!

Becoming Van Gogh World Exclusive at the Denver Art Museum

October 21, 2012 - January 20, 2013

This must see, Denver-only exhibition offers an exploration of Van Gogh's unconventional path to becoming one of the world's most recognizable artists.  The exhibition examines the evolution of this largely self-taught artist through more than 70 paintings and drawing by Van Gogh himself, along with works by artists he responded to.  Becoming Van Gogh brings together loans from more than 60 public and private collections throughout Europe and North America to tell the story of a number of formative periods throughout the artist's life and career.  No other exhibition has focused so intensely on Van Gogh's personal growth and progression as he developed his own signature style.

For tickets and more information www.denverartmuseum.org

Stay at Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast, TripAdvisor's #1 rated B&B in Denver and receive $2.00 off your Van Gogh ticket price.  You must be a guest of Castle Marne to receive this bonus.

Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast is proud to be able to offer our guests $2.00 off this amazing exhibit's ticket price.  Call to book your room now.   303-331-0621, 1800-92MARNE, www.castlemarne.com

Cynthia Rain, one of the Castle's Innkeepers  "The finest exhibit I've seen in many years.  I especially enjoyed seeing works by Van Gogh's contemporaries placed side by side with Van Gogh's work.  I have a much clearer understanding of his tragectory, especially the influence of the post impressionists and Japanese prints.  If only there were more time."

What an Honor! Guests coming to Colorado have listed the Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast as a Top Destination Accommodation in Colorado! Thank YOU!!!

Most popular accommodation providers
November 2012

in destination Colorado

TOP 30

This was certainly not something we were expecting, but it sure is nice to know that travelers seek us out when coming to Colorado. We look forward to making sure more folks enjoy the beauty of the Rockies and the fun and activities of the Denver area.

Vet's Day Celebration

Here it is, Veteran's Day Weekend 2012.  Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast is checking our first 10 lucky couples in as we speak.  Over the weekend, a total of 20 couples, vets and active military personnel will enjoy a romantic get-away in our Victorian castle for FREE!

Tonight's guests are having Afternoon Tea in the Victorian Parlour, nibbling on hand rolled truffles, lemon bars and the Castle's signature shortbread.  They will be on their own for dinner, but fresh baked chocolate chip cookies will be set out for them as a bedtime snack.  Tomorrow everyone will enjoy a delicious home made breakfast.

To those vets and active military who are interested in joining us next year, please call and enter your name in the lottery.  You've served your country, it's now our turn to serve you!  303-331-0621

Victorian Holiday Home Tour, 3rd Annual

                           Victorian Holiday Home Tour, Nov. 24,  2012

Castle Marne B&B, one of six historic mansions on the tour

The Upper Colfax Business Improvement District (CBID) www.colfaxave.com ushers in the Christmas Season with the 3rd Annual Victorian Holiday Home Tour.  Proceeds go to support the Denver Children's Home.  www.denverchildrenshome.org

What a great alternative to the Mall on Saturday November 24th, just after Thanksgiving.  Perfect for families.   Have a great Victorian Costume?  Wear it and be entered to win.

$12.00 in advance                                    Tour starts at Castle Marne.  11:00 - 4:00

$15.00 day of                                           Purchase tickets: www.colfaxave.com or 303-331-0621

Children 9 and under are free                   Free parking  

Visit 6 of Upper Colfax's Grandest Victorian Mansions.  

Castle Marne B&B                                                      1572 Race St.

Holiday Chalet B&B                                                   1820 E. Colfax

Denver Tea Room                                                       1820 E. Colfax 

Unity Church                                                               1555 Race St.

Berkana Institute @ McAllister House                        1565 Race St. 

Lighthouse Writers Workshop @ Milheim House       1515 Race St.

Bailey/Sillers Mansion                                                 1617 Vine St.

Tour includes Dicken's Original Carolers, the Last Note Singer, Children's Choirs, free Carriage Rides,

Bag Pipes and more!

Free Carriage Rides

The Last Noter Singers

For more information call 303-331-0621 or go on-line to www.colfaxave.com

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Victims of Hurricane Sandy.

The family and staff of Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast send thoughts and prayers for our friends caught in the path of Hurricane Sandy.  

Better weather is on the way.  Be safe!