Rosario

We got engaged at a party, on an island, at a resort, set in the most beautiful bay on the night the world was supposed to (electronically) end - Y2K. Spoiler alert, it did not.

In the 25+ years since, we’ve been back to that same resort every year by boat in the marina or ferry/car or tiny airplane every year, sometimes multiple times a year. We raised our babies who turned into kids, who turned into young adults on the waters in the bay and the trails in the woods leading to the interior lake and  beyond. It’s fair to say it’s probably on all of our favorite places list. It is STACKED with memories and especially dear to us. 

The resort has changed hands a few times over the years. Each time we hold our breath that this beautiful place that means so much to us can be restored and saved. To be fair, the marina has seen some needed updates and is holding steady. But the other buildings, the historic mansion that holds the dining room and spa as well as museum section, and hotel block, not so much. It is slowly falling apart and it has been so sad to watch. The grounds and views are still as beautiful as ever - nature is holding up her end nicely. But deferred maintenance is taking its toll on the structures.

 We were there this past weekend and it was a little heartbreaking. How can a place go from being vibrant and bustling to a visibly deteriorating shell in a short 25 years? We were booked in for two nights but left after one - not being able to tolerate the musty hotel room despite it’s perfect on the water view. It felt like we were turning our back on a loved one - but also, just no. We will stick to visiting by boat now. The current developer plans look wonderful, but only time will tell if they can pull off the miracle needed to restore the property. Our fingers are crossed.