Joanie and Rhonda
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English Rose
The English Rose is a splendid find! Nestled in a charming Carefree corner, it is picturesque, both inside and out! Even the powder room is well decorated! The staff is gracious and helpful, going so far as to give directions via cell phone to our lost companion. The owner's sense of style permeates the Tea Room and the adjacent shop, making both a feast for the eyes. We enjoyed their full tea, which was excellent. One of our party has a nut allergy, and the owner, herself, made sure that a separate plate of sandwiches and fruit was provided to ensure that there was no chance of an allergic reaction. The only small disappointment was the lack of traditional lemon curd, but the creativity and scrumptiousness of the deserts more than made up for its absence. And when the three of us sat chatting long past the time of our last bite, the ladies continued to be accommodating, offering more tea and ice water. Finally, we made our way to the adjacent shop, which has the same owner, and we were delighted by the cheerful staff and the unique offering of decorator items for the home. All in all, it was an experience well-worth the one hour drive. We’ll definitely return in October, after their two month summer hiatus. We can’t wait to see what the owner brings back to the shop from this trip to her native England!