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What a lovely discovery! You can soon expect calls from our readers, I’m sure.

Susan Haynes, senior editor,  Coastal Living Magazine, Birmingham, Ala.

 (Included us in the 2006 list of 15 favorite inns! Click here to read what was written about us.)

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A better hideaway we couldn't pick for anniversary number six. We so enjoyed each moment of our stay. You made it home for a couple of days. From our lovely garden view we saw squirrels, birds and azalea blooms, too. Holding my spouse in love so near, watching the sunset from the pier. Knowing that ALL things are in His plan, blessing our marriage as only He can.

P.S. Mary's such a wonderful cook. In Montrose house we want to look and look. Decorated with such thoughtful and creative taste, it was hard to stop looking at this beautiful place.

Mike and Marsha from Ashville, Ala.

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We were so excited when we were able to get a room at the last minute. We had looked forward to a time when we could come back here. Our stay last summer [when doing the inspection for membership in Bed and Breakfast Association of Alabama] was so wonderful we wanted a "re-do." It has been wonderful! Everything -- the cookies, the breakfast and your beautiful place; most of all your hospitality. We felt like we were coming home. Best wishes.

Ronnie and Janice from Dozier, Ala.

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Thank you so much for your generous hospitality. The food was delicious and plentiful. We especially enjoyed that you joined us for meals and our lively conversations. Your accomodations are beautiful, from the rooms to your gorgeous grounds. Your B&B is very special and one we will always remember. May God bless you and all who stay here.

Julian and Lydia from Grand Blanc, Mich.

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Thank you both for such a delightful weekend at Montrose Hideaway. We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our stay; all was memorable, especially breakfasts. All our best with the inn.

Cecilia and Edd from Santa Rosa Beach, Fla.

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Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home with us this weekend. It was our first bed-and-breakfast experience and we loved it. You both work so hard to take care of all of the little details that make for a memorable experience. Breakfast was excellent. Even when we considered sleeping in on the second morning, we just couldn't because we knew we didn't want to miss the beautiful breakfast that would be waiting. We will spread the word about Montrose Hideaway.

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We couldn’t decide if we were on the coast or in the mountains. The whole setting is very eclectic. What we like so much about Montrose Hideaway is the quietness and the peacefulness. We enjoy the casualness and the attention you both have given us this weekend, Mary and Greg.

I personally have enjoyed the tasty homemade cookies you made each day we’ve been here. But the breakfasts are quite outstanding. They’re more like a brunch where you really don't need to have lunch.

We enjoyed meeting your other guests in the morning parlor before breakfast. We ladies enjoyed talking about our shopping escapades and, of course, our spouses talked about football. We all ended up talking about real estate in beautiful Fairhope.

I wish you a lot of success here at Montrose.

We will be coming back maybe even before our next-year reservations for the Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival. We will share with our family and friends, and hopefully they’ll, too, have the opportunity to stay here at Montrose.

(They've come three straight years and stayed in How Suite It Is each time.)

Roy and Phyllis from Mountain Brook, Ala.

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Thanks for making our 25th anniversary so very special. This place is amazing. You have made this a truly magical place. While in the heart of the Eastern Shore, we felt we could have been in the hills of Arkansas or the mountains of Tennessee or even the woods of New England. You really made us feel at home. We will tell everyone about you and look forward to doing this again sometime soon.

Jeff and Tammy from Bay Minette, Ala.

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What a lovely, relaxing way to spend our 25th anniversary. Breakfasts were perfect. Hospitality, first-class. You have participated in a lovely memory for this married couple. May God bless Montrose Hideaway’s future.

Glenn and Donna from Destrehan, La.

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First-class, clean, quiet and comfortable, and a wonderful breakfast. I hope to return sometime and find this book filled with praise from impressed guests. Mary and Greg, you are really doing it right.

Chris from Upstate New York

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We hate to leave! We have enjoyed our stay so much. Two days is way too short to take advantage of the lovely surroundings, warm, cozy living areas, and the abundance of your amenities, to say nothing of your friendly hospitality. We feel we are saying good-bye to new friends. Wishing you continued success.

Mack and Karen from Desoto, Texas

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Thank you so much! This is our first experience with a bed and breakfast, and you two made it wonderful. The grounds here are very relaxing and your sense of decorations and style is comforting as well. This is a great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. I can't wait to tell my family and friends about your jewel hidden away [near] Mobile.

We'll think of you both while we are away in the sand box [Iraq]!

Randy and Retha from Metropolis, Ill.

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We had a wonderful time here. We love this place and it was a special time for us to spend our 27th anniversary. Even though it rained the whole time, we still enjoyed ourselves. The breakfast was great both mornings. Thank you both for your hospitality. We wish you great success with your bed-and-breakfast.

Gary and Dinah from Mobile, Ala.

Thanks for such a wonderful 36th anniversary for us. It was a wonderful stay and now I know why I was so excited about coming to the Montrose Hideaway B&B. Thanks for the special touches that you provided. You made us feel like we were friends, and that's a good feeling. The food was fantastic! We definitely will come back to see you, Monty and Hidey. All the rooms were beautiful, but the Garden Room will always be the room of our choice. Thanks again for everything.

Robert and Delores from Biloxi, Miss.

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Oh, once again, I'm so glad I got to come back and for two days. I love [How Suite It Is]. Sam and I had such a good time doing the puzzle. We always have to work. We do love our jobs, but it is nice to have down time, even at 11 p.m. The inn looks great. The hospitality is wonderful and, Mary, you are a GREAT cook! Thanks for making business travel a pleasure. May God continue to bless you in your "home."

Kellie from Millbrook, Ala.

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Thank you for a wonderful stay. What a beautiful location you have here. The chocolate gravy was sublime and the surroundings so peaceful. You guys are great. We will be back. We wish you prosperity here at Montrose Hideaway.

Kris and Heath from Fort Walton Beach, Fla.

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Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home with us. The breakfasts were out of this world and the goodies were great. We both have gained 10 pounds. Fat and happy (that’s a good thing). We are so excited to find our new home here in Fairhope.

Dan and Lisa from Pickwick, Tenn.

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For my first stay at a bed and breakfast, I didn't know what to expect. But y'all made it feel like a home-away-from-home place. The house, the Garden Room and the breakfast were wonderful. Especially love the grounds; you can hear the wind rustle through the trees. This was just what I needed and I will be back for the fall. Thank you so much for your hospitaility.

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Married 25 years this week, only by God's grace and love, Jeff and I were extremely blessed to celebrate our special day here at Montrose. [The Grand Master] is beautiful, from the exquisite bedding to the candlelit bath. Brunch was incredibly delicious and our outdoor walk peaceful. Thank you, Greg and Mary, for helping to make our silver almost golden!

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What an awesome getaway! We don't get away from our kids (10, 4 and 2) very often, but when we do, we will be back! Thanks for the rest and relaxation, and a great place to watch the LSU game!

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We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay with you all. It was like visiting friends and being treated royally. It is truly a retreat. Wish we lived closer so we could visit more often. But we will keep in touch. Thanks for the best experience at a B&B we have ever had.

Nancy and Bob from Columbus, Ohio

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[The Grand Master] is perfect! We love your B&B. Breakfast was so yummy, too. Thank you for everything.

Chris and Betsy from Lake City, Fla.

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Thank you for everything. Everything was excellent. We thank God for leading us here to enjoy the blessings of your bed-and-breakfast. We pray He will bless you in this endeavor and also personally. Thank you again.

Steve and Linda from Metairie, La. 

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We had a wonderful, relaxing time at your beautiful bed-and-breakfast. What a great place to spend our wedding night. Good luck with the business; you’ll do very well. You really made us feel at home. Thanks for everything.

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We enjoyed our stay at Montrose. It was a wonderful experience. You provide such a relaxing environment. We loved the little "extra" touches. It really made us feel pampered.

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You have been the most gracious host and hostess this week. We have had a wonderful time at your beautiful B&B. The breakfasts were all delicious and the atmosphere was so relaxing. We will recommend Montrose Hideaway to all of our friends and hope to return ourselves someday soon. Thank you for your hospitallity.

Pat and Gary from Knoxville, Tenn.

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Our work retreat was a great success largely due to this great meeting space [in How Suite It Is].

The Development Department of Waterfront Rescue Mission (Pensacola and Coastal Alabama)

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What a wonderful surprise for our 38th anniversary! This little hideaway was the perfect choice by my sweet husband, who knew just how much I would enjoy being pampered like this.

This is my second stay at a B&B and I must say this is far better than the last one. It feels like we are invited friends instead of patrons. You two are doing a great job of making us feel welcome.

Thank you, too, for the awesome cookies and brunch.

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Great food, great comforts, a great "hideaway," and, best of all, great company. We appreciate so much our time here and all your attention. You made our first B&B experience a delight. I don't know if anyone else will live up. Thank you for the generous use of your home and the deliciously, worth-it extra weight we are taking home.

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We have truly and sincerely enjoyed every moment of our stay. We have enjoyed visiting with y’all. We have really enjoyed the cookies and iced tea. This has been our best anniversary yet. Thanks for helping make it special. We will be back.

Kerry and Karen from Cottonwood, Ala.

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Thank you for accommodating my crazy work schedule. Staying in a B&B is much nicer than a hotel. Breakfast was great. And I loved the Slim and Miss Prim book.

(And again a week later ...) Thanks for the hospitality once again. [The Old West] room is beginning to feel like home.

Cindy, an attorney from Birmingham, Ala.

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Thank you! This may be a business, but love and hospitality come from the heart. Your lovely home shows all that. We're so pleased we chose to spend our 45th anniversary at your beautiful home. Thank you for sharing.

Eddie and Barbara from Mobile, Ala.

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Thank you for your wonderful hospitality. We enjoyed everything — the food, the company and the gorgeous room. You have created a wonderfully relaxing environment at Montrose Hideaway, and we plan to visit again. Thanks for your help with golfing, shops and restaurants, too — your picks were great.

Jeff and Amy from Troy, Ala.

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We have really enjoyed our stay here. The room was more than we expected. This was a great way to spend our 21st anniversary. Your hospitality was great and you made us feel right at home. The breakfast was great, along with the company and conversation. It was a wonderful way to meet new friends. You have a beautiful place. Good luck in the future. God bless you.

Rick and Anita from Mobile, Ala.

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I thought we were at home except even better, because I didn’t have to make the bed or the breakfast. After walking all day at the arts fair, the cookies were a nice treat. We slept like babies. What a great find. Best to you in your new venture.

Beverly and Alan from Seagrove Beach, Fla.

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What a joy it is to return to this very special place. Not only did we find the same warm hospitality, quality service and incredible accommodations, we once again reconnected with the Creator, with each other and with good friends. Our prayer is that this place and your efforts will be blessed for years to come. We look forward to many more special days and nights here at this oasis, hideaway, retreat or whatever positive description you may apply.

Mary and Greg, our deepest thanks, continued prayers and best wishes for you and your ministry.

Jim and Oma from Gulf Shores, Ala.

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Thanks so much for such a nice place where people can come and have peace of mind. [Michael] really enjoyed his birthday surprise, thanks to yoiu guys. Your place is very wonderful.

Also, I started a cancer foundation and I will be sure to send those people who are going through a hard time here for peace of mind!

Johnetta from Mobile, Ala.

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Mary and Greg, what a blessing you are to people! Looks as if you’ve found your calling — you certainly are wonderful at it. Both of you have a knack for putting others at ease. The two of us certainly have benefited from your attitude of service. God bless you in this venture — may you truly flourish here. Thanks again.

Lu and Alice from Mary Esther, Fla.

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We enjoyed our stay with you. We know you will both do well in the bed-and-breakfast business. You have the personalities for it. Hope to see you again soon. God bless you both.

Mark and Tammy, pastors from Pascagoula, Miss.

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Thanks for a wonderful time, Mary and Greg. Both of you are as sweet as the sweet-potato stain that we left on your nice book [for guest comments]. When the two of you come to New Orleans, you can stay with us. Love....

Sabrina and Melvin from New Orleans, La.

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I appreciate so much your beautiful home and your gracious hospitality. I came this week for a time of refreshing and to seek the Lord for some guidance and direction for me personally and for our church. The conference was more than I hoped for, but what I expected, since I felt compelled to come. But, the added blessing of my accommodations only added to the awesome week God had for me here. I pray blessings over your home and business.

Brenda, a pastor from Hinesville, Ga.

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Thank you for a relaxing and memorable experience. You've truly created a little touch of paradise on Mobile Bay's Eastern Shore. We look forward to our next visit.

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Greg and Mary, it was truly a delight to visit your home. We are rested, content, and entertained. We will see you again soon.

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What a great place! Thank you, thank you, thank you. You both made even our one-night stay here wonderful. [The Palm Room] was the perfect room for our first anniversary. The treasure chest in this room was an extra bonus for me. You helped me pull off a great surprise for Sam — and I couldn’t have done it without you. Thank you for sharing your place with us. May God bless your place here.

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Once again, what a wonderful retreat, [with] this being our second visit. Even with us just living across the bay, this is a true escape and retreat for us.

Deborah and Pamala from Mobile, Ala.

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Thank you so much for your hospitality, Mary and Greg. You have a wonderful place and it gave us a much-needed break from the "real" world. We will definitely return next time we need to "get away." Your breakfast was delicious, especially the chocolate gravy. Good luck to you. We will recommend your lovely place to our friends and family. Love....

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Wow! What a perfect place to celebrate my 50th birthday! My husband has so many brownie points for working so hard and finding one of the most luxurious, relaxing and peaceful hideaways. Your hospitality and generous spirit made our stay absolutely wonderful and memorable. Thank you so much.

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We really enjoyed our stay, and the chocolate gravy was delicious. The rooms were also wonderful.

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We sure felt at home during our stay. The house is so warm, just like home. Your friendliness and hospitality made the visit a memorable one.

Robert and Kay from Atlanta, Ga.

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Thank you for a wonderful visit. The hospitality and food were fantastic. We truly enjoyed our conversations with you. Your efforts to make Montrose a unique experience in bed-and-breakfast has paid off. We will definitely return. May God grant you health and prosperity in your endeavors.

Chris and Dawn from Destrehan, La.

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I'm always amazed at how God directs our lives. In His infinite wisdom, He knew the perfect place to celebrate my husband's 40th birthday would be here amongst fellow Christians. You both are gracious host and hostess with the mostest! Mary, you are a superb cook and a sweet spirit. I pray God will bring many more weary souls your way for their retreat. We promise to share you guys with others and look forward to our next trip, either for our 17th anniversery or my 40th birthday! May God continue to bless you both. Your house and [The Grand Master] are our new favorite!

Brian and Dee from Cantonment, Fla.

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Thanks for a wonderful, quiet and relaxing mother-daughter special time.

Lyl and Molly from Montgomery, Ala.

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Thank you for making us feel so at home. This has been a most welcome relief from our hectic schedule. Our only regret is that we could not stay a second night this time. I am pretty confident that the next time we come we will arrange things so that we can stay a little longer. May the Good Lord bless you and  keep you healthy and at peace in your lovely retreat.

(They come about twice a year and always stay in the Palm Room, which they call "our room." They even brought friends with them on one trip.)

Ricky and Susan from Pensacola, Fla.

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We hate to leave. We feel like we have made friends of Mary and Greg — two great conversationalists. The place is spectacular and so are the hosts.

Kent and Clare from Denver, Colo.

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Thank you so much for helping Scott succeed with my 50th [birthday] celebration. He did so well at keeping everything a secret from me and, having this marvelous setting on top of all the other surprises he planned will make my precious memories even more special. Thank you for your kindness and the chocolate gravy! May you be blessed as richly as I have been.

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Thanks for a wonderful stay, Mary and Greg. I really enjoyed everything.

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What a totally enjoyable weekend. Thank you very much for your hospitality, Greg and Mary. Hope to visit again.

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Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality. This was a very peaceful and restful experience. Your home is very beautiful; thank you for sharing it with us. It was an enjoyable way to spend our 10th anniversary. Breakfast was delicious and your chocolate chip cookies were very delightful. I sincerely wish you both the best of luck with this new endeavor. I will definitely recommend this place to friends and family.

Tina and Sean from Sand Springs, Okla.

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We were here when the lights went out in Alabama (to the tune of the song about the lights in Georgia). Chocolate gravy is a rare and wonderful thing. Christina and Kim experienced a puzzle-fixin’ renaissance with the Mount Rushmore puzzle; however, Teddy’s face is still unfinished. Thanks, Mary and Greg, for Montrose Hideaway by candlelight.

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We had a special time in Alabama. We weren’t looking for the Queen Anne B&B. This was our getaway from the rush of life. Thank you, Mary and Greg, for a nice place to stay with extras.

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Wonderful stay! The bed was great and the breakfast and your hospitality incredible. It’s surely Southern charm. I love the squirrel lamp [in the Palm Room]. Thank you.

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I give this B&B five Gs — good food, good drink, good stay, good people, good TV.

Jonn and Jonn (father and son) from the United Kingdom

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This was our first time at a bed and breakfast, and you guys made it a wonderful experience! Everything was so nice and you are excellent examples of hospitality. Thank you for sharing yoiur home with us.

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Thank you for your hospitality, Mary and Greg. We felt very at home. Your B&B is beautiful — I love the house and everything about it, except for the banana spiders [outside]. We will tell our friends about your hideaway, and maybe we will be able to visit again sometime.

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Thanks very much for everything, Mary and Greg. We had a wonderful stay. Back home now and back on the diet.

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Our stay here was great, Mrs. Mary, you all have made our first bed-and-breakfast stay a wonderful one and made my husband’s birthday memorable. Thanks for helping me surprise him. We hope to come back soon. God bless you both and all who stay here

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Greg and Mary, thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality. We are so glad we found your hideaway here at Montrose. Much success to you in the future.

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This has been a perfect weekend to celebrate our 18th wedding anniversary. Thank you, Greg and Mary, for your care and hospitality. We truly did feel that your home was ours. We pray that God will continue to bring people to this wonderful place and that God will use you two in a special way.

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What a great getaway! We came for an educational conference and were blown away by [The Grand Master]. Then the great host and hostess you guys are was wonderful. You were very helpful, kind and considerate. Thank you for such a great time. We loved it here and hope to return.

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Thank you, Greg and Mary, for a wonderful weekend. You helped make our 10th anniversary very special. Breakfasts were wonderful. We will certainly recommend this place to our friends.

David and Windy from Helena, Ala.

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Donnis and I had a wonderful, relaxing stay here at Montrose Hideaway. Thanks for your sweet hospitality. As you know, my favorite [food] was the chocolate gravy.

Donnis and Tonya from Augusta, Ga.

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We can’t say enough about how beautiful everything is. We truly wish we had more time to spend here with you both, Mary and Greg. (I guess we'll have to make certain we return.) Everything has been so magnificent — from the room to the food to the personal kindness and attention. Thank you for everything. God bless.

Jorge and Juliette from Slidell, La.

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Wow! Mary and Greg, we had a wonderful time. Your inn is beautiful. You have done a terrific job thinking of everything to pamper and indulge your guests. The setting is the most peaceful and restful spot and such a surprise how convenient to Fairhope, Daphne and Mobile. Thank you so much for making our 36th anniversary a very memorable one. I can’t begin to describe your hospitality and wonderful food — I felt like a queen. Looking forward to next time. Our hope for you both is that the Lord will richly bless you and make you prosper, and as His Word says, give you the desires of your heart. We can see His hand in your work.

Kay and Stan from Daphne, Ala.

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We loved our stay here at Montrose Hideaway. The kind, generous hospitality was refreshing and enjoyable. Thank you, Mary and Greg, for paying attention to the little details. The breakfast was delicious. We hope many more guests find the hideaway a wonderful reprieve from the busyness of life.

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So glad we were able to stay here. Beautiful, relaxing setting. Lots of room, very comfortable. Mary, you are a great cook.

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We really enjoyed the house and area. Beautiful place to visit. The breakfast was wonderful also. Thanks.

Margaret from Memphis, Tenn.

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You have done a wonderful job with this great house. We really enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was great.

Jim and Gayle from Birmingham, Ala.

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What a lovely home and setting to spend Father’s Day evening. Delicious breakfast and true Southern hospitality.

Mike and Marge from New Orleans, La.

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Thanks for a great weekend.

Saundra from Memphis, Tenn.

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Have stayed in many B&Bs. This one notes five stars. Celebrating 42 years together; your place has made it special. Your hard work shows. [The Garden Room is a] lovely room. We had a beautiful stay. Thank you and God bless.

Jerry and Elaine from New Orleans, La.

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We enjoyed our stay, but also the peaceful and tranquil environment. We could not have picked a better place to stay for our honeymoon, and we hope to see you again sometime. All the rooms are beautiful, especially the Garden Room. Thank you so much. Y’all are very sweet. We will be back.

Holly and Matt

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I want my same room back. It was nicer than the Doubletree. I slept like a baby. You sure fed us well — and the aromas were wonderful to wake up to. You both were very sweet, Mary and Greg. It was a fun weekend for our first time at a bed-and-breakfast. It was all very clean, too. We did not let Tropical Storm Arlene bother us. The wedding was fun. Thanks. Roll, Tide! (Sorry about that, you Auburn folks.)

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What a refreshing weekend! Thank you so much for your hospitality and your conversation, May the Lord continue to bless your lives and your business.

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Our thanks for providing this quiet and peaceful retreat from the busyness of life. God has blessed you with an opportunity to touch lives. May your days here be filled with His peace. Blessings....

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At 3 o’clock this afternoon, we were excited to find out that our children would be spending the night away and we could go do as we pleased. I was delighted to find your lovely home available for our night of peace and quiet. We are looking forward to breakfast as we read all about it. We can tell that you both are very happy and doing what you love. We will be back. Fondly....

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Had a great time. Nice to meet you, Greg and Mary.

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Gorgeous, romantic facilities, wonderfully attentive hosts, (over)filling and creative breakfast, beautiful room. In sum, a terrific break. Thank you.

Sheila and Mick from Pleasantville, N.Y.

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