In a stroll through the gardens on this fine day, the blooms are truly eye candy. Besides the magnolias, hydrangeas, gardenias, Brazilian verbena, lilies, and butterfly bush, our feathered friends provided amusement.

Cardinals, ducks “Ricky & Lucy”, finches, mourning doves, robins, and scores of other birds were feasting, playing, and bathing in the gardens. The nest of baby robins will soon be empty.

We invite you to come enjoy a splendid space for relaxation and beauty at our Hot Springs B&B!

David and Leilani Long recently got married in our lakeside gardens and were kind enough to send us a few of the absolutely beautiful pictures! A personal favorite of mine would be this one of their Converse high-tops! They were both so laid back and just fun to be around. This has to be the most adorable picture of Chuck Taylor’s I have seen to date. Congratulations guys! Weddings at Lookout Point Lakeside Inn are always a delight!

One of the truly unique features of Lookout Point’s lakeside gardens is the 11-circuit labyrinth.  If you’re unfamiliar with a labyrinth, it is a historic form of walking prayer and meditation.  Unlike a maze, the labyrinth has no dead ends.  Ours is modeled after the Chartres, France labyrinth from the 13th century!

The Inn's labyrinth

Recent guest David R., after walking the labyrinth, was inspired to write this poem. We are truly honored!

A Place That Breathes Deeply

A place that breathes deeply that falls off the hill

Dionysus lays waiting to fend off your ills.

You yield to the magic  of natures great feast

And drink in the nectar that quietens the beast.

Alone in the garden the labyrinth stands round

To take you to places without any sounds.

A spot in the center, the middle is thine

The future is here, Yes, eternity shines.

It is March already! Surely most of you have heard about Lookout Point’s One Night Gap Special! It is a constant special that runs on those ‘holes’ between two reservations. Just a one night stay, perfect for that quick day trip you’ve been wanting to take but just cannot find a good enough deal on it. Well, we’ve got one here just for you! Fill one of these gaps for us and we will make it worth your while.

First, we will take $10 off the rate for your room. How about having a half-dozen sweet and succulent chocolate covered strawberries waiting for you in your room upon check-in? After those goodies and when you’ve had a chance to unwind, we will send you right down the road with a $10 gift certificate to the fabulous J & S Italian Villa! Scrumptious entrée’s, fine wines with a romantic atmosphere…; all of this along with a stunning view of Lake Hamilton! Come back from dinner and retire into a beautiful room with a comphy bed and fine linens. You will not want to get out of it! However, you will not want to miss a Lookout Point Breakfast or the view from you room.

All of this will be included with your stay for that one small favor of filling a gap. This special is subject to availability. To book your special night at the inn, simply give us a call at 866-525-6155 Sweet surprises and fine dining—Lookout Point knows how to say “Thank You” to our very special guests!

Beautiful couple

Last week, the rains stopped in time for a garden wedding along the shores of Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs. Surrounded by immediate family and friends, Terry & Cassie exchanged vows and rings.

This sweet, fun couple were perfectly relaxed and calm for the wedding. The high heels were kicked aside right after the ceremony, opting for barefoot comfort. Congratulations to Cassie & Terry!

Lookout Point photographer, Kelley, captured the love shared by this couple and their family.

Lookout Point garden stairs

The inn’s gardens are bursting forth with beauty, and the New York Examiner blog agrees.  Check it out at Garden Variety at a Bed & Breakfast.  We’re delighted to be included in the article.

Lookout Point will be hosting a couple’s retreat on October 2nd through October 4^th.  The couples; retreat will be facilitated with humor and insight by experts in relationships, communication, and listening: Dr. Mike and Dr. Georjean Renquist. 

This three day retreat will help create space in a romantic setting for you and your partner to grow in love and understanding. You will refresh your interaction with your partner through: focusing on individual differences (using behavior/communication styles inventory), exploring more effective communication skills (speaking, listening), and practicing simple exercises to enhance the language of love as seen in appropriate words of affirmation, gifts, touch and serving.

In addition to intentional learning, you’ll experience comprehensive pampering and time for just the two of you with: a candlelight dinner at the inn on Friday evening, complete picnic for just the two of you on Saturday, choice of a couples’ massage, boat tour of Lake Hamilton, or horseback riding, gourmet breakfast both mornings, picnic backpack to take home, stocked with wonderful surprises, a spa basket for enjoying your ensuite whirlpool tub, and your romantic room with awesome view of Lake Hamilton.

Space is limited so we suggest you reserve early.  Call Lookout Point for more information about this getaway and to reserve your spot.

Lookout Point Tea Pots
Originally uploaded by lookoutpointinn

It’s time to put all of my beautiful teapots to their good and proper use! Beginning March 26, 2009, Lookout Point presents “A Spot of Tea on Thursdays”. Once a month, on the 4th Thursday of every month, high tea is offered. In addition to lovely teas, scones, housemade desserts, and finger sandwiches are served.

Enjoy tea with your friends in the dining room, or outside (weather permitting) by the waterfalls. Reservations are required, and seating is limited. Following the tea, guests are invited to browse the lovely gardens and walk the labyrinth.

To make reservations, call 501-525-6155. Cost: $20 per person, including taxes & gratuity.