Bird's Nest ready

 

The last piece of our development process has come together.  Heather spent quite a bit of time over the last two weeks putting the finishing touches on the Bird's Nest, a 225 sq ft in-law suite that we are renting on AirBnB. In addition to doing its final construction clean, she has outfitted it with everything it needs to make a short or long stay comfortable and welcoming.

The Nest features a Murphy Bed, which can go up during the day to create a lot of room and a lovely sitting area.

It also has a full bath and what we are describing as a European kitchen.

"This reminds me of the amazing kitchen we had in Bulgaria when we lived there for a year," said one person who was touring the space a number of weeks ago. 

With a full-size fridge, microwave, toaster oven and induction hot plate, guests will have everything they need to eat in. They will also have multiple eating options within a five minute walk or drive, as the Bird's Nest is located right in downtown High River. 

The private entrance is accessed from the back alley that runs between 3rd and 4th avenue SE in High River. The only thing to note is that you might get a hearty welcome from Harley, the german shepherd next door. His barking is much less aggressive than it was, as his family has been helping him become more socially adjusted. However, be aware that he is just on the opposite side of the fence.

A small deck runs along the south side of the studio building and is a lovely place to sit when the weather allows.

It's also a great place to visit with our dogs, Coco and Shay, when they go outside the play.

If an artist is looking for a creative retreat, the Bird's Nest could be a great option. We can easily provide access to the art studio next door if you want to do some work during your stay. Want to paint but have no supplies with you? We can arrange a custom painting experience, no problem. 

We have been AirBnB hosts for quite a number of years, up in Fort McMurray, in Okotoks, and now in High River. We love hosting guests from around the world and providing a space that has good energy, is well equipped and maintained.

Heather has spent a tremendous amount of time imagining being a guest in the space and designing and outfitting it in such a way that will be super cozy, comfortable and memorable. 

While we've stocked the suite with a selection of books, you're more than welcome to visit the Book Nest at the front of the house for an even better selection of reading material. 

In terms of shopping, we have a Shoppers Drug Mart right across the street to the north. I shop there for our basics almost every day. Two blocks further to the north is a Sobeys.  Love a good steak sandwich? Sally's Bar and Grill a half block to the west never disappoints. We have a new Filipino place (Fred and Susan Pinoy Dish) kitty corner just across the street to the west. A Mexican place that we love is called Rio Alto; it is a half block further. Their huevos rancheros is our go-to lunch when we feel like a treat. The famous Evelyn's Diner or the Dining Car Restaurant are both within a five minute walk from the Bird's Nest. Looking for fine dining. Try My Pizza and Steakhouse. So many options.

We hope you will consider staying with us the next time you want to enjoy beautiful High River, Alberta. 

Click here to see our incredible rates and amenities and to book your stay.