Join award-winning, USA Today Bestselling author of epic fantasy romance, Jeffe Kennedy (aka Jennifer K. Lambert) for a personalized writing retreat in a peaceful, strikingly beautiful landscape. Jeffe has enjoyed a three decades long career and is the author of 68 published titles, including the recent instant USA Today Bestselling Romantasy, Never the Roses (as Jennifer K. Lambert). Her work has been translated into seven languages, and counting! She is an experienced writing coach and mentor who enjoys helping creatives find the path to producing their best work, and is well-connected within the science-fiction, fantasy, and romance communities.
Hummingbird House is a brand new casita with panoramic mountain views, located just outside the art mecca of Santa Fe, New Mexico – an inclusive and diverse state known for its history, culture, and natural beauty. The neighborhood is a dark sky community with no street lights and plentiful wildlife – and only a fifteen-minute drive from the historic plaza downtown, plentiful cultural opportunities, including the internationally famous folk art museum contemporary arts museums and countless galleries, and innovative experiences like Meow Wolf. Guests have described it as “wilderness, but with Trader Joe’s.”
The Casita
Meaning “little house” in Spanish, Hummingbird House is six-hundred square feet, ADA-accessible, with brand new, state of the art everything. Built for Jeffe’s aging mother, for the time when she’s ready to move in, the casita is beautifully designed for one person – or two who are happy being cozy. Situated to take advantage of the striking views down Galisteo Basin to the Ortiz Mountains and Sandia peak, the casita boasts a south- and west-facing wrap around portal (covered porch) with sunrise to sunset vistas. A bistro table with chairs, lounger, and rocking chairs allow for sun-chasing or shadow-seeking.
Inside, the kiva fireplace, Saltillo tile, and authentic vigas give that northern New Mexico vibe. The kitchen comes with a half-fridge, convection hot plate, and toaster/microwave, plus a dishwasher and deep sink. A wall-mounted flat-screen smart TV allows for media consumption or can be used for a large laptop display. A Bluetooth keyboard, mouse, and smaller monitor are also available. The breakfast bar, couch, armchair, and desk provide multiple options for working and lounging. The bathroom shower is beautifully tiled with a banco (bench) for sitting, with a nearby hand-held shower wand, or a rainfall showerhead for standing. Big enough to accommodate two people, for those who enjoy sharing, the shower has been described as “sheer heaven.” The bedroom has a full-sized antique brass bed (cozy!), a walk-in closet with provided hangars and lots of storage, and a remote-controlled blackout shade. Big windows, skylights, and sliding glass doors throughout the house allow in plenty of light and allow for those phenomenal views to be enjoyed regardless of weather. Mini-splits provide both air conditioning and heat, with ceiling fans in the bedroom and living room.
Guests wishing to use the laundry facilities or oven in the main house can arrange with Jeffe to do so.
A dedicated parking area on the far side of the casita leads to a paved walk to the front door, allowing for guests to come and go discreetly and at will. Another walkway leads to the main house, for more social moments.
Best of all: your cat(s) are welcome guests! A catio is built in under the portal, with window access from inside. A kitty litterbox is hidden beneath the bathroom cabinet, accessible by a cat door with flap. Dogs or other pets are potentially welcome. Jeffe and her partner, David, have two Maine coon cats and a chocolate lab. Ask to discuss!
The Retreat
Hummingbird House is a place for you to work and create in peace and beauty. Jeffe is a writer, so the casita is designed for writers, but the comfortable accommodation and spectacular surroundings inspire creators of all kinds. Plein air painters love it here!
Guests can choose the basic lodging price and work independently with no distractions, or rest and relax, as they prefer. Jeffe will be living and working nearby, with opportunities to socialize.
Mentoring with Jeffe while staying at Hummingbird House is an additional service crafted for your personal and creative needs that can be arranged during your stay To find out more, see Pricing for a fee schedule or email hummingbirdhousesantafe@gmail.com with the subject line MENTORING to discuss specific needs.
Hummingbird House embraces diversity. Queer people of all stripes are enthusiastically welcomed.
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