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Have you ever sensed a spiritual connection with a place, so profound that it nudged you to alter the course of your lives? Meet Ron Clapp and Janaina Leite, who gave a nod to destiny when they embarked on an astonishing venture of renovating the once majestic Wyckoff Villa on Carleton Island. Listen to their captivating journey, as they deftly navigate 🧭 the challenges of restoring this grand Villa, while preserving its historical charm and adding a modern twist. Ron's tag line - Giving history a new life!
From setting up camp 🏕 on the villa grounds to confirm their commitment, to adopting innovative 3D scanning tools, Ron and Janaina's journey is anything but ordinary. Hear them recount their heartwarming tales of community support from Cape Vincent 🫶, the tragedy of the original owners, and their ambitious plans of turning the villa into a haven for the boating community 🚤 🌊 with a bed 🛌 and breakfast ☕️ 🍳, and a restaurant. It's a testament to their resilience, faith 🙏 , and the joy of fulfilling a shared dream. ❤️
In the concluding part of our conversation, we envision the future 🔮 of the Carleton Villa. Ron and Janaina share their plans of creating a symbolic logo for the Villa, appealing to potential donors, and setting up cozy cabins for overnight stays 🌌. Their hopes of bringing back artifacts for display and their love for the serene beauty of the area are truly inspiring. As we anticipate the first snowfall ❄️, we sign off with a sense of optimism and determination, echoing Ron and Janaina's unwavering commitment to seeing this project through. Don't miss this enchanting tale of history, mystery, and the promise of a brighter future for the Carleton Villa!
- https://facebook.com/CarletonVilla ( Ron Clapp's Carleton Villa's personal Facebook page )
- https://www.carletonvilla.com/ ( the story of the Carleton Villa, some history about William O. Wyckoff, contact info for general inquires & further info )
- https://abnb.me/F9qjb9TsmDb ( HomeOnTheLava - Off-Grid Ocean & Volcano Views - Hawaii, Ron & Janaina's Airbnb unique property )
- www.nearestanddearestpodcast.com ( ✅ out my website for more episodes & show notes/links 📝 )
- julierogers@nearestanddearestpodcast.com ( send me a question, comment, or share a personal story! I would love to hear from you! ❤️ )
- https://www.speakpipe.com/NearestAndDearestPodcast ( please leave me a recorded message! 🗣 I'll send you one back! 🎤 )
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