PUERTO RICO

      VIEQUES

It is appropriate that this blog has been delayed. Island time almost necessitates a delay, and my reaction to Vieques was delayed as well. We travel a lot, as much as humanly possible, and our reactions are usually quick given we are both so mood driven. Our trip started in San Juan, but by the time we returned, we very much felt like we had been on two separate trips. We landed and immediately grabbed a cab to our hotel to dump our bags and hit the forts. A cab ride from the San Juan is not for the faint of heart. If you have been to NYC and thought the cab rides were too much, skip San Juan altogether. Every car in Puerto Rico has a horn, and everyone in Puerto Rico seems compelled to use them, repeatedly. Donnie immediately changed his mind about wanting to rent a car!

We checked in, dropped the bags, and did what we always do, started walking! I had not been to Puerto Rico in 25 years, and I could not wait to share with Donnie everything I remembered and missed.Canons still face to ocean today. The lawns are used for picnics and the trade winds on the island are ideal for kite flying. You simply cannot beat the views from the fort; we spent an entire day here, and went back for the sunset. We wandered around eating limber (icy treats) and Puerto Rican candy for hours, stopping to pet the Cats of Old San Juan. Hundreds of cats roam El Paseo Del Morro.

We went to the forts first. The Gibraltar of the Caribbean: Castillo San Cristobal, Castillo San Felipe del Morro, Fortin San Juan de la Cruz (El Canuelo). Locals simply call it El Morro. It is a military structure that took over 200 years to build. Its history started with the Spanish Conquistadors and ended with World War II. It has six levels that include dungeons, barracks, passageways, and storerooms.

San Juan is a very pedestrian friendly city. There are over 400 Spanish style buildings from the 16^th and 17^th centuries, cobblestone paths, and forts providing a beautiful back drop for the perfect evening walk in this walled area of the city approximately three square miles. It is the oldest city under a US flag. It has a distinctive medieval, militant, gothic feel. The red doors were a highlight for us, built in

1520 for Spanish dignitaries to enter the walls of the island. We continued walking to the Raices Fountain and the Paseo de la Princesa along a 19^th century esplanade by the harbor until we found the street vendors. We indulged in every Puerto Rican street food we could find. Donnie had never had an empanada, a REAL churro, tripleta, or pinchos….so we had them ALL! This alone was worth the flight over! Puerto Ricans fry everything and we put our normally healthy eating habits on hold. When in Old San Juan, indulge in the food, and have the orange juice, it is to die for!

What is Puerto Rico without a little rum? Neither of us are “drinkers”, but I do get my sweet husband to have a rum drink with me on vacation occasionally. We took the ferry to the Bacardi factory on day two and tried rum that tasted anywhere from grape Kool-Aid to whisky. The grounds are beautiful, the ferry ride is cheap and relaxing, and you get two complimentary rum drinks. All in all it is not a bad way to spend a couple of hours. The tour is free and takes about an hour.

One of our favorite finds in Old San Juan was The Barrachina Restaurant. We stumbled upon it while checking out Cathedral de San Juan Bautista, which houses the tomb of Ponce de Leon. This is the alleged birthplace of the Piña Colada. Donnie had never had one, and this was the perfect time and place to try it! They are fantastic. The food here was also really good, but we literally went every day for our pina coladas (here is tip: you can get them to go!). The tale of two pina coladas is an ongoing saga, the Caribe Hilton, also claims to be the birthplace. So in our research due diligence, we went there, too! We both voted The Barrachina as having the best one, although it was pretty damn close, and you will not hear us turn down either. The grounds of the Caribe Hilton are beautiful, and the location is fabulous. So, do not take our word for it, try both!

Another notable mention was Punto de Vista, where Donnie tried mofongo for the first time. Garlic, chicken, and plantains! YUMMO! It is directly across from Senor Frogs, and if you go to San Juan and choose to eat a burger at Senor Frogs instead of having street food and getting your fill for $5 or having mofongo by the sea, delete us, unfriend us. Seriously, there is no way we can be friends that is just sheer blasphemy! Skip the chains and eat local (unless you have really missed Sizzler from the 80s, cause there is still one in San Juan!).

After three days in Old San Juan, and on my birthday, we boarded Air Flamenco and headed to Vieques. Typically we either love or hate a place. I had lived in Puerto Rico as a teenager, so I already knew I loved it. This was not true of Vieques, it was not until we left that we truly appreciated the island. Vieques was the center of bombing tests and navy occupation until 2003. Now the former navy land is a national wildlife refuge and home of several beaches. Our favorite here was Playuela. Vieques is very undeveloped for tourism as a result of the majority of the island being blocked off for so long by the US Navy.

There are two ways to get to Vieques from the mainland, ferry or plane.
Although we were assured the ferry schedule is usually pretty reliable, and it is much more affordable, it has been my experience that schedules in Puerto Rico are much more suggestions than anything else. We knew we only had three says in Vieques so we wanted to get there as soon as possible, we opted to fly, and planned to take the ferry back. The planes are tiny and I actually was assigned the seat next to the pilot. This is an experience everyone should have, and now I am obsessed with learning to fly. It was a quick, uneventful flight, and truly beautiful. My poor husband was stuck in the back of the plane with the baggage, but he was grinning ear to ear at how much I was enjoying the flight.

We landed and grabbed a cab to the hotel. Our first two days we stayed at Case de Tortuga in Esperanza. Our cab ride there took us down fairly narrow rides, passing horses and swerving to miss chickens and stray dogs (Satos). We arrived at the hotel, where we had booked a Casita, but the office was closed. Again, island time, we waited for a little while and spent some time with more satos that claimed us for the remainder of the trip. We finally gave up on getting into our room, hid our bags in the courtyard (this is why we say do not pack valuables and ALWAYS pack light) and went to Trade Winds for breakfast. The food was average, but the view was amazing. We sat along the malecon (sea wall) and enjoyed the morning breeze while trying to decide what to do with our first day. Why we ever try and plan anything is beyond me. We always start the same way: walk and wing it.

We started by walking from Esparanza down the malecon, and walked to Sun Bay (widest bay). The beach was beautiful, white sand and azure waters. We continued on to Media Luna (shallow, excellent swimming) and Navio (higher surf, secluded). These beaches are stunning, undeveloped, and we had all of them to ourselves. We joked that if any beach had more than two or three people, it felt crowded and we went on to another one. Snorkeling is excellent, especially at Bahía de la Chiva (aka Blue beach). As a Texas girl, I have a special affection for horses. I spent so much time just watching the feral horses roam all over the island. We stumbled on a newborn with his parents, napping on the beach. How many places can you experience a moment like that alongside a perfect beach with beautiful water?

There are too many beaches to count in Vieques! We rented a scooter to explore the island. Do not forget that this is a small island. Donnie decided not to wear his helmet and was chastised for it a few times J We took the scooter up to a bent guard rail along the road where “Playa Negra” is written in spray paint. We parked our ride, and followed a dry (ish) creek bed and the sound of the waves, to a stunning black beach.

Although my favorite beach for swimming would be Playuela, this beach was one of my favorite places for just strolling and hanging out. It is like walking on black baby powder. We were the only people there, and shared the beach only with a lone sato (Puerto Rican feral dog) that tried to take my shoe.

We finally did check into our room (thankfully our bags were still where we left them) at Case de Tortuga. The casita was basic and comfortable, the place had a small pool, and the location was extremely convenient. Our satos stayed by our side in the evenings and we generally enjoyed our stay, sans the water situation. Keep in mind Vieques is a remote, small island. If you have are expecting a resort experience, skip Vieques, if you have been to a Caribbean resort, but craved something less crowded and more authentic, GO TO VIEQUES. When you go, however, remember there is a tradeoff. Hot water is on demand here, and well, despite our demands, we did not have any at Casa de Tortuga. After two days and lots of sand (that stuff gets EVERYWHERE) we moved to the other side of the island and stayed at Sea Gate, which is up in the hills and a horse sanctuary.

Day two on Vieques was the only day of our entire trip we had any itinerary! Donnie had never been sailing and knew I wanted to snorkel, so he planned a sailing, snorkel trip, and booked with Marauder’s Sailing Charters. The boat is owned and operated by Nathan Marr, originally of Boston. I love a good finding your niche in life story, and Nate certainly has a wonderful one to share. We met up with him on the beach in Esperanza and headed out for a day of sailing and snorkeling. We were the only two on the boat and I cannot imagine a better way to spend a birthday!

 His first mate, Nacky, helped us aboard the Marauder and we headed toward Sun Bay. These guys were excellent. Nacky tolerated Donnie’s obnoxious humor and Nate provided me with information about sailing. I think we are probably a lot to handle, but these two were wonderful. Despite his fear of water and sharks, Donnie did join me snorkeling yet again

! The water temperature in Vieques is perfect for swimming and the water is nice and clear for good quality snorkeling. They provided snorkeling gear, towels, sunscreen etc, so there was no hassle of having to take our own. We set off for the reefs and I immediately checked out. I have a tendency to find a fish and just follow it, unintentionally breaking my promise not to leave Donnie! The coral was stunning, and we saw many colorful fish. I caught a quick glimpse of a turtle, but never managed to find him again. Nacky pointed out lobster and I followed him over to check them out. He was an excellent snorkeling guide. The perfect balanced approach: not letting me wander off too far, and leaving me alone to explore. I would have felt completely comfortable having our children in the water with him.

Donnie went back to the boat early for a homemade pina colada! I think it is safe to say he likes pina coladas. The Marauder has an open bar and serves an amazing lunch. We had chicken pinchos, rice, and local mango chutney, all excellent. The drinks and meal were the best we had in Vieques. They also have plenty of “local water”, too. Modelo light, which is the local beer of choice, cheaper than water, and well, disgusting. That being said neither of us drink or like beer, so try it for yourself! On the way back, I had the best nap of my life! I literally slept the entire second half of the trip and have no regrets about doing so. That day was the most relaxed I had been in a very long time. We cannot say enough good things about our day with Marauder’s Sailing charters. You simply cannot go to Vieques and not sail with them!

That night we went to tour the bioluminescent waters of Mosquito  Bay. There are three ways to tour the bay: paddle boat, kayak, and electric boat. I think kayaking is probably ideal, but given Donnie’s fear of the water and how dark it was, we opted for the electric boat. We took an old school bus down a windy, bumpy road into pitch black darkness, then boarded a pontoon style boat and headed out into the bay. The moment the boat turned on, the agitation of the water cause the pyrodimium bahamense to GLOW! Glowing, bluish light across the water. We saw fish darting and swimming in what is called the blur effect. Then the guide brought buckets of water for us to play in.

The water literally sparkles as you move it, and sparkles on your hands! You cannot swim in the bay any longer, but we were allowed to go waist deep on the ladder, and I had to be the first one in! What an experience! We did not manage to capture it on film, but it has to be seen to be enjoyed. I could easily have stayed an extra few hours. The bay is best viewed without moonlight, and this is a rare outdoor event that is even more enjoyable in the rain. When drops hit the water it looks little stars on a black sky. We booked with Island Adventures, and will happily return, although next time we plan to take the clear kayaks out.

Our last day on Vieques we spent hanging out with the satos, wandering the sea glass beach, and indulging in Puerto Rican pastries at the panderia. We fell asleep on the beach at one point, only to wake and discover iguana tracks right over our head. Well, it is their beach after all!

The important things to remember on Vieques:  Everything is imported, so everything will cost more. Convenience is not cheap. The island is unspoiled and undeveloped, and hopefully it will stay that way. Try your hardest not to leave a nasty impression of tourist there. Take the “go home gringos y gringas” signs lightly and don’t be an ass to the locals. It is their home and they are sharing it with you, be a gracious guest. The sun is very direct, and you will need twice as much water as normal. Do not be in a hurry. Help the local animal shelter! There is no Starbucks or fast food to buy so donate to the satos.  They will touch your heart forever.

                        The Pink Pig

                                                          

We recommend not over planning when traveling. Packed itineraries and rigid scheduling often lead to over spending and disappointment. Weekends trips are especially good opportunities to go with the flow. No matter how much research you do, or how well you plot your journey, the weather can and often will, force you to improvise. Your attitude will seal your travel fate in these moments. In true nomad spirit, we through our bag in the trunk and headed to Fredericksburg again for the weekend, undeterred by the cold, the wind, and the rain. 

This trip stemmed from a happenstance conversation we had at a visit to Bejas Grill on a

weekend in the Hill Country doing research for our blog. After enjoying the single most amazing dessert I have ever consumed, we had the absolute pleasure of meeting the genius behind the Pumpkin Cheesecake with praline topping, Rebecca Rather. During our chat it was evident to me that this was a seriously talented lady! Not until I went home and did some research did I realize she was royalty in the Culinary world. Known as the Pastry Queen, Rebecca has accomplished far more than one incredible cheesecake! She worked as executive chef at Schlotzsky's Bread Alone cafes. She has been featured in Texas Monthly, Gourmet, Ladies' Home Journal, Food and Wine, Southern Living, Chocolatier, and Saveur! She is the author of three cookbooks and just a genuinely nice person. When she mentioned she had a guest house in town, we happily accepted an invitation to come back and do a review.

The Pink Pig Bed and Breakfast, which is owned by Rebecca, is one of the most inviting accommodations we have had the pleasure of reviewing. In fact, it is our favorite place to stay in town and our number one recommendation. Her guest house is a beautiful reflection of her personality. It has a warmth and peaceful energy to it that immediately puts you at ease, for lack of better word, it feels like home. The attention to detail is impressive. Every nook has a collection of treasures hand selected by Rebecca. The color scheme is vibrant but subtle. The home consists of two bedrooms, one with a queen sized bed, the other with a king sized bed. There is a spacious living area, complete with fresh flowers and a basket of fresh fruit. You will find her famous pastries in the well-stocked kitchen, and enjoy them at the antique dining area that overlooks her gardens.

This place is family friendly, which is quite different than simply saying children are welcome. Outside you will find a cozy courtyard, and to our delight, geese, chickens, and pigs to feed! On our first visit, a new rooster was being introduced and there were fresh eggs to gather. On our second visit, the geese were especially fun to watch and Donnie fed the pigs an entire tray of bread, not just any bread either, Rebecca’s homemade bread (damn lucky, well fed pigs). Our first night we never left the cottage except to have dinner; we simply settled in and enjoyed the serene setting!

The Pink Pig is located just outside of Fredericksburg and it is every bit as adorable as the Bed and Breakfast! It is a log cabin style restaurant with cozy interior, lovely wood with splashes of PINK, of course. Pink and Pigs, and pink pigs. It is a theme, it is precious, and you will love it. Sit inside, or outside on the patio and enjoy the Hill Country view!

We had two meals at the Pink Pig that weekend. Donnie rated the burger as perfect, and the Turkey Cranberry sandwich I had was perfect. The bread we cannot rave about enough. Everything here is made from scratch, and to perfection. I had a traditional two egg breakfast on the way home and Donnie had the breakfast sandwich served on the best English muffin either of us has ever tried, and topped with Red Waddle sausage (yep, that too was homemade)

. We WILL be back every time we are in the area, and we WILL go back just for THE PINK PIG! Yes, we shamelessly took home raspberry bars and blueberry scones….and ate them before we got there. What do we plan to have upon our return? Pulled pork on jalapeno fry bread. Donnie also insists we will get there before the cinnamon rolls sell out!


Day 2 we decided to ignore the cold and rain and make our way to Lone Star Candy Bar. The dreariness stopped at the door. We dare you to spend time in here and not come out happier! If Candy Land and Memory Lane were to meet, Lone Star Candy Bar would be at the intersection. Inside you will find an energetic, candy loving, manager named Crystal. She will enthusiastically school you in all things chocolate covered! We found favorites from childhood such as Garbage Pail Kids, Candy buttons, etc. If you remember it from childhood they have it!

Want something more traditional? Try the fudge. She now sends it to us on occasion and it is always a delight to get that deliver! Sure, you can get fudge everywhere, but flavors like lemon meringue and key lime are not so readily available! This is an interactive candy store, the kids can make their own pucker powder pouches and bag their own M&Ms. If you find yourself in Fredericksburg on a dreary day, or need to a reward to offer up to the kids as you drag them along the not so kid friendly shops on Main Street, this is the place for you to try.

Our sugar rush sent us back to our weekend retreat for nap. We are both busy, active, talkative people, but we found the quiet of the guest house immensely comforting. We had our "Eureka!" moment, and realized THIS is exactly what we have been craving! Our senses were calmed and our minds quieted. We decided to spend the evening in, soaking up the soothing energy. We highly recommend you stay here! This is an environment that fosters creativity. Plan a weekend or week here, spend day one slowing your pace, and from there, write, paint, shop, or sleep!! And when you sleep, count pink pigs instead of sheep!

To reserve your perfect, pink weekend, call:  Chere at 830-990-8800.

Our most recent trip to Fredericksburg took us to Ace of Hearts Bed and Breakfast. It is located outside of town, but is a quick and easy drive. We were greeted by several beautiful deer upon our arrival. The cabin is immaculate. Downstairs there is a full master style bedroom and bath decorated in country cottage style. The room and adjoining bath is spacious and comfortable. Just off the master bedroom is a screened in porch complete with table and chairs. Deer food is provided as is bird seed. You will put both to good use sitting on the porch watching the wildlife. Bring a book or sketch pad, this Bed and Breakfast inspires creativity and will quiet your mind enough to let your thoughts flow! On the first floor there is a full kitchen and living area, both with all the modern conveniences you will need as well as an additional bath.  Upstairs there are two more beds in a loft style room decorated with antique furniture. This place is charming, quiet, and a wonderful respite from the shopping and hiking days around the Hill Country! We spent hours sitting on both the front and back porches watching the deer, listening to the birds, and just talking. Ace of Hearts is a wonderful place for families, there is plenty of room to enjoy your children without being confined to a tiny, cumbersome hotel room. We highly recommend you contact Absolute Charm Bed and Breakfast to book your stay here before Summer’s end! Take the kids and play in the country, or just take a friend and soak up the peace and quiet!

Dinner took us to Navajo Grill which was a true delight! It is located right off Highway 281, but do not be deterred! Once inside you will find quiet, elegant surroundings. We dined alongside the waterfall on the patio and enjoyed live music while we waited on our steaks. For our appetizer we selected the array of marinated Texas goat cheeses and we were so glad we did! The cheese was served with a olive oil red chile  herb marinade and grilled olive bread. The cheese is local and absolutely divine!

For my entrée, I chose the 8 oz filet mignon with horseradish butter and it was grilled to perfection. Donnie has the flat iron steak, which was cooked perfectly as well. We both had ancho buttermilk mashed potatoes and vegetables. The potatoes were a creamy, flavorful, and the perfect complement to our steaks.

For dessert we shared the fresh lemon tart with Crème Brule topping and it was a lovely grand finale for our dinner at Navajo Grill. This place is a must try if you are staying in Fredericksburg, and worth the drive out from Austin for a special occasion. We will definitely be back!

Other notable restaurant stop:

Flipped! If you are not into German food, which is plentiful in the area, try Flipped! They serve amazing crepes on the cutest outdoor patio in Fredericksburg! I tried the pulled pork crepe, while Donnie went for the ham and gouda! We shared a dessert crepe filled with fresh locale peaches and topped with whipped cream. The folks that own Flipped! Are among the friendliest in the area and are eager to help you choose a crepe and they will serve it up with a smile! For our fellow energy drink lovers, they also keep monster and red bull in stock!

Rathskelller: The best peach bread pudding I have ever had! An adorable restaurant in the basement of the old hospital, which is now shops! Drop in and talk to Tulah about her grandmother’s recipe for this concoction! She may not give the recipe up, but she will happily bring you a large portion to enjoy! Rathskeller serves a great breakfast as well!

Sunset Grille: A favorite breakfast and lunch spot of the locals. Sunset Grille is located off Main street, so there is plenty of parking. Our recommendation is the hand rolled, southwest egg rolls. They are incredible!

Hondo’s on Main:  Treat yourself to a luna margarita, but beware of the pineapple. They soak them in tequila for three weeks. The staff will warn you the pineapple “will hurt ya” and they are not kidding. This is a potent drink, but a delicious one if and only if you are not driving! Try some parmesean chips too, they are made in house and yummy! This place has a friendly staff, full menu, and at night live music and dancing.

Our favorite things to do in the area are:

Hike enchanted Rock

Explore Longhorn Caverns

Shop!

Buy some sweet treats at Lone Star Candy Bar

Sample hot sauce and other treats at Rustling Rob’s! We go back frequently just to get a few jars of our new favorite salsas!!

Watch history come alive at the National Museum of the Pacific War. Stop by, watch the staff re-create the battles, and chat with veterans of the war!

Explore Wildseed Farms

Have a picnic at LBJ ranch

Check out our other blogs on Fredericksburg for reviews of Bejas Grill, Lone Star Candy Bar, Rather Sweet Retreat, Inn on the Creek, Main Street Hideaway and others!

                      Inn On The Creek

We wanted to try a traditional Bed and Breakfast in Fredericksburg. For those of you that are new to the B&B world, traditional is a house with several guest rooms, where breakfast is served family style every morning. More and more B&Bs are converting to continental breakfast or providing a gift certificate for breakfast for two at a local restaurant. All are good options, but it is our job to sample a little of everything out there in terms of travel.

Inn on the Creek is ideally locate for those wanting to do some shopping while in Fredericksburg, it is right off Main Street, in the heart of it all, and across from the Admiral Nimitz Museum. From the street you see a charming home, lovely lawn, and the most inviting front porch downtown, complete with rocking chairs, that beg you to sit a spell! Inside each room bears a name specific to its theme. Ours was Suite Bliss!

The largest of the guest rooms at Inn on the Creek, Suite Bliss, is luxuriously romantic. The champagne colored bedding is absolutely beautiful AND comfortable. There are more pillows the bed than we cared to count, hooray for opulence! The large king sized bed is on a pedestal and well suited for royalty. I loved the steps to climb into bed! The second day we were there, we actually found ourselves heading back to the Inn for an afternoon nap!

The room also has a whirlpool for two, complete with wine glasses and fluffy towels and robes. If you are into bubble baths and fairy tales, this is the room for you! We spent more time in our room at Inn on the Creek than we have ever stayed in any accommodation before. There is an in room fridge and ice bucket to chill your beverage of choice and a do not disturb sign that you will never take off the door!

At the Inn on the Creek. The Breakfast is still an integral part of the experience. We woke up to the smell and sound of a full breakfast! We were served fresh fruit, coffee cake, bacon, sausage, eggs, and pancakes. The hostess was welcoming and for the time, we forgot we were not her personal houseguests. The dining room is beautifully decorated and has lots of natural light. Of course you can choose to sleep in and slip breakfast, but at least once, crawl out of luxury and meet the other guests you share the Inn with!

A beautiful home, a lawn complete with hot tub and lawn chairs, an inviting porch to rest on, luxurious bed to sleep in, personal service, attention to detail, and a hearty breakfast bright and early are all part of the charm! We recommend Inn on the Creek to anyone seeking the traditional, quintessential bed and breakfast experience! In particular, we recommend every couple spend a night in Suite Bliss, and treat themselves royally!

                                                  Main Street Hideaway

This review may cause me to dust off the thesaurus, Main Street Hideaway is simply cozy, cozy, cozy! We had the pleasure of staying at this quaint bed and breakfast the weekend of our daughter’s birthday. It was our first B&B experience with of our kids, namely Miss Felda Rose, who had just turned fourteen. 

We arrived Friday evening and found the accommodations quaint and very tasteful. The cottage is located at the end of Main Street, which gives it the added benefit of ample parking and plenty of parking. We picked up our keys right next door at Absolute Charm Bed and Breakfast Service! We stepped into a private screened in porch complete with a sitting area and private full size hot tub. This is a huge perk. I have never been a fan of the group hot tubs in other places. Putting on a swimsuit and being elbow to elbow with other guests will never be a problem at Main Street Hideaway! After shopping, hiking, or sightseeing, you can come back and relax in complete privacy.

Immediately inside, there is a small kitchen area stocked with all sorts of breakfast and snack options. You can toast a bagel or have a pastry at the kitchenette style dining area. The cabin is separated nicely to accommodate up to four persons, including the option to shut the door and completely separate the two rooms. This was perfect for us, since we were ready for bed, long before our teenager who chose to stay up late watching one of several movies provided by the Inn keepers. We settled into our large, comfy, beautifully made bed.

The other room doubles as a cozy living area (can I say cozy again?). The sofa turns into a double bed, and our finicky teen found it to her liking! She also fully enjoyed the ample supply of chocolate left for us.

We thoroughly enjoyed Main Street Hideaway. It is perfect for those that want PRIVACY! The personal hot tub, cozy surroundings, and location make this ideal for those want a bed and breakfast experience without sharing their space with other guests or early wake up calls. We loved having the option to sleep in and enjoy the peace and quiet. We will go back and stay again, and would highly recommend the accommodation for first time B&B folks or anyone traveling with children. You can have the bed and breakfast experience without worrying that your little ones might disturb the other guest. Take the drive to Fredericksburg and treat yourself to some down time at this COZY spot!