Plum Tree Cottage

04/15/2026

It’s so amazing to get a message like this from a guest. This is the feeling that I was going for when planning my short-term rental!

“Flight was good . Weather is perfect . This charming little house is perfect. What a gem of a place . We did exactly as you suggested and looked thru every draw and nook . Wow you have really put some thought into the house . It has already exceeded our expectations and we’ve only been here an hour . “

03/11/2026

Bear Mountain Arborists finished trimming the beautiful plum tree at Plum Tree Cottage today, and doesn’t it look amazing? 🌸

This tree is actually what first caught my attention when I was looking to buy the property. It felt like the heart of the yard from the very beginning.

The buds are already forming, so spring is just around the corner. I’ll be sure to share photos once the blossoms start to appear!

03/05/2026

Spring prep is about to start at PlumTreeCottageReno.com

This week the wonderful team from Bear Mountain Arborists will be stopping by to give my beautiful trees a much-needed trim. Since I only purchased the cottage last year, I’m not sure when they were last cared for, so it feels like the perfect time to give them a little attention.

I’ll be taking the day off work to spend some time in the yard myself—planting spring flowers and enjoying the fresh air. There’s something special about tending the garden and getting the cottage ready for a new season of guests.

If you’ve stayed with me, you know how magical the yard is—especially under that old plum tree. 🌳

Spring is on its way to Plum Tree Cottage!

Just minutes from downtown Reno, my 1914 cottage rests beneath a venerable plum tree that has witnessed decades unfold. More than just walls and windows, this house is a living testament to the tides of time—a quiet keeper of memories, both ordinary and, I like to imagine, truly remarkable. I warm...

02/14/2026

Plum Tree Cottage is ready for Valentine’s Day!

12/21/2025

When I bought the house, the previous owner had allowed cats to do what cats do under the deck. I did everything I could—repeatedly power-washing with scent neutralizer, sealing off access points, and even trying cat-away spray and chili powder (did you know that comes in 5-lb bags?). Nothing worked.

I eventually learned about Reno’s community cat program, where you can humanely trap a cat, have it spayed or neutered and vaccinated, and then return it to its community. The cats get a small ear tip so you know they’ve been through the program. That felt like the right thing to do.

Since they were sticking around, I started feeding them—if they were going to be my neighbors, I wanted them healthy. As fall turned into winter, I worried about them being cold, so I bought a heated outdoor cat house. Of course, I needed to know if they were actually using it… which led to buying a camera so I could check in on them.

Moral of the story: if you can’t beat them, you might as well host them. 🐾💛

12/09/2025

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSCXkyHkRss/?igsh=MXViYnE2MWd0bTk0Mg==

12/09/2025

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSC-TGMkZVV/?igsh=ZXQ4NHpmc2FvNHk0

11/30/2025

🌿 The Story of Plum Tree Cottage 🌿

In February 2025, a little 1914 cottage kept popping up on my feed. The arches, the cozy kitchen nook, and the old plum tree instantly drew me in. When I visited the open house, I spotted what looked like hand-turned columns hidden in the mudroom—and I knew this home had potential.

During the renovation, uncovering those original columns became one of my favorite moments. Slowly, the cottage revealed its charm, and bringing it back to life has been such a rewarding project.

Today, Plum Tree Cottage is restored and ready for guests. I’ve stocked it with the comforts I love when I travel: a gourmet kitchen with top-tier appliances, a fully loaded coffee and tea bar, plenty of pods and supplies, large fluffy towels, extra blankets, a first-aid kit with common OTC medications, an EV charger, and even a PlayStation 5 with games.

If you’d like to experience it yourself, you can learn more or book a stay at PlumTreeCottageReno.com.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I’ve enjoyed restoring it. 💜🏡✨