December 10, 2009

Our stay at the John & Lucille Country Retreat was the best vacation we've ever had. From the incredibly comfortable beds to the fully equipped kitchen, there was nothing the proprietor had not thought of for our comfort!

We were greeted with the lovely display of fresh flowers, a delightful welcome basket of goodies, and luxury that could only come from a very thoughtful host!

This was so much better than staying in a hotel as we were able to fully enjoy our family members as we played table games (we found in the closet waiting for us!), sat in the living room and chatted and even watched the children play among the trees in the large yard! We were close enough to all of the attractions in Eastern North Carolina to enjoy them fully. We came back to the country retreat every evening and relaxed under the stars in the quiet, peace that can only be described as country living at its finest!

We can hardly wait until next year when we can vacation again at this lovely place. We think we have truly found a gem in this delightful vacation home!

Recommended for: Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Age 55+

As close to heaven as we could get for a vacation Marine wife - North Carolina June 2008


Thank you so very much for the hospitality and especially your exquisite personal touches in making our visit with our son and his family a very memorable one. We all spent Thanksgiving here and had a wonderful time. It made our visit so comfortable with all of room and comforts of home. S Kraynik, Aurora, OH 11/28/2009

We came for our niece's wedding. The cottage was perfect....spacious and so comfortable. Everyone congregated here. Thank you so much for your kind hospitality. The flowers were beautiful and the food/beverages so appreciated. We want to come back. L. Geremina, Raleigh, NC 10/3/2009

During our visit we celebrated my daughter’s marriage. The wedding was reception were both beautiful! It rained some during the reception but the porch provided perfect coverage. The quaint setting made for a romantic wedding. It was her dream wedding. Thank you for making this home so welcoming. K. Meador Virginia Beach, VA 9/26/2009

The beds, like the home, are fabulously comfortable! We had a delightful stay-thank you so much for this! B. Lundiens Annapolis, MD8/23/2009


We had an unbelievable week in your very comfortable and homey retreat. The house is wonderful and your beautiful touches have added so much. We loved the area and found so many wonderful things to do and explore. It has been heavenly. Thank you for the gift basket and beautiful flowers. C. Seymour, Ebensburg, PA 8/8/2009

After driving for 900 miles to reach this beautiful home, we cannot express the feeling of welcome when we entered the door. We have had a lovely two weeks. The boys loved the surf. We had a great trip to Cape Lookout, Fort Macon, Harkers Island, Hammocks Beach State Park & of course the beach. The Gray Family, Toronto, Canada 7/12/2009

Thank you so much, Deloria, for sharing your retreat with us. It is so homey and comfortable. You went all out with the goodies in the basket, fruit, fresh flowers, water in the fridge. You made us feel so welcome with the personal card. My grandson was ecstatic when we came inside the house. His first response was "We must come back here." Both grand kids had a ball. There was so much space for them to play and ride their bikes. It was such peace for the adults and all the amenities were so thoughtful. We had a wonderful time!! M. Exum, Durham, NC 6/19/2009

This has been a dream come true! This house felt just like home, and we can’t wait to come back. Thank you for filling this place with so many loving memories.
L. Winestine, Raleigh, NC 9/13/2009

Thank you so much for opening up this beautiful home to use for our wedding! We all had such a wonderful time that we will never forget. The weather was perfect and the property made every picture we took look amazing. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect week for our friends and family. Thanks again!
Patrick & Rileigh Ray, Newport, NC 9/6/2009

How wonderful to sleep under a guilt! It is like staying at grandmas! Thanks for your overwhelming hospitality. This home is so full of love. L. Atkinson, Statesville, NC

…..It was great to have everything we needed available in the kitchen. Each bedroom with its unique décor gave us a welcome surprise. Thanks for everything. The Amon Family, Catawba, NC 8/15/2009

We worried just a bit about not being closer to the beach, but the short distance proved to be more than a fair trade for the tranquility we experienced. Deloria’s eye for detail provided everything that helped our family feel right at home. The Griffins, Terre Haute, IN 5/16/2009

Deloria, thank you for such a beautiful and peaceful stay. Your retreat is fabulous and we couldn’t have asked for more. We had a great family gathering and look forward to many more here! You know exactly how to make a guest feel at home!
The baby loved the Easter basket with snacks and the fruit. I thank you for such great hospitality and beautiful flowers. You really are special and we truly appreciate everything you have done to make this trip memorable! B. Westhoff Dallas, TX 3/21/2009


After two days and 14 hours of driving through snow, sleet, and rain we were so excited when we drove up to this beautiful house. We knew it would be perfect when we saw the lighted Christmas tree outside and the beautiful wreath on the door. The gifts and special card on the table were a welcomed surprise. The girls couldn’t believe “Santa” had left a letter. When we rounded the bend and saw the cozy perfectly decorated living room, we knew we were in the right place. You have put so much into this blessed retreat and our family appreciated it all (comfortable beds, Christmas decorations, beautiful sheets, abundant towels, etc.) We had so much time to play games, do puzzles, read, and relax together-it is the way holidays were meant to be! I believe that the love your parents shared still blesses this house. The Whaley Family 12/27/2009