at the Amish Guest Farmhouse
at Weaver-View Farm

PIECE IN PEACE!

 You’ve been looking forward to a relaxing week away from the daily grind. A time to enjoy sewing, without the laundry, dishes and housecleaning to distract you. You enjoy a scenic drive along Seneca Lake, arriving at the Amish Guest Farmhouse, located at 386 State Rte 14, Penn Yan, NY.
            The tranquil farmhouse was built in 1900, situated on 85 acres of farmland. Parking is on a level lot next to the handicapped accessible great room. You are thrilled to find a huge area with expansive natural light pouring in from a bank of windows.
            The fireplace is crackling. There are several eight foot tables ready for your sewing machine. You select a corner table with its own Ott Light, a power strip for your favorite gadgets, and best of all, you realize you are only a hundred yards away from Seneca Lake. The view of the lapping waves is mesmerizing. A massive granite topped bar area is perfect to plug in your favorite iron for a pressing station.
            You find up to three large rooms ready to set up sewing and quilting areas. A cathedral ceiling in the great room is a good spot to set up a design wall for the King size quilt you have been piecing.
            You and your best quilting buddy explore the rest of the farmhouse. You find a king size room upstairs, but have a hard time choosing among the 7 different bedrooms with up to nine quilt-covered beds. With three full bathrooms and two stairways, you know you and your friends will have all the privacy you need.
            The kitchen is a delight. You find a huge fridge and freezer, dishwasher, wall ovens, stove top and your favorite splurge – a K-cup coffee maker! A washer and dryer are great for those sewing projects that need a bit of help.
            Armed with a map, you set out to discover quite a few Amish/Mennonite quilt shops in the area. You find a local sewing machine dealer that has just the accessory that you have been looking for! On the way back, you realize the farmhouse is on the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, within minutes of many world class wineries. It will be a fun week!
            At the end of the week you have laughed more than you thought possible. You have completed all your unfinished projects, helped a friend complete hers, and found several new quilting techniques. Wi-Fi at the farmhouse made it possible to stay connected with family. You have  watched a sunrise over Seneca Lake, stayed in your pj’s all day and sewed all night.
            You have been inspired by the quilts for sale in the barn on the property and have bought more fabric at better prices than you thought possible! You have gone on quiet reflective walks, giving you a chance to dream of your next quilt. You sign up for another retreat next year. This is a rare place where memories are made and friendships are forged.
 
Gather your friends and come to a Quilting Retreat from November 1st to April 15th
(The farmhouse is not available Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s or Easter week.)
3 to 6 Day Retreats     (up to 12 people)               just $369 per night!  (minimum stay 3 night)
7+ Day Retreats          (up to 12 people)                 just $269 per night!
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