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Show nmdowi) n BJ D Pioneer House Bed and Breakfast, Bluff, Utah (DEFT gourmet market Face Taping S It's AD You Bras Open 8u.m. to 6p.m. Monday - Saturday 802 East 20th Street Farmington, NM 505-326-60- 48 Dont settle for a broker. ry Trade up to a partner. weve never lost sight of the fact that you At Piper Jaffray, are more than an account number. 1 4 DD gifts says Kelly McAndrews who owns the house with her husband, Tom Rice. Ninety-nin- e percent of people who come here are into getting out into the and seeing what there is. Surrounded by sandstone cliffs and countless miles of public lands pocked with archaeological sites, as well as the San Juan River and the nearby Abajo Mountains, it's no wonder guests have a hard time staying put. As a result, the Pioneer House offers casual digs. People attracted to Bluff are the active type," says Kelly. That's who were concentrating on." Constructed in 898 by the Deckers, a Mormon settler family, the house was built to withstand the rigors of 1 1 children and everyday pioneer life. There are five rooms in the downstairs of the house, each with its own entrance and private bath. Three of the five rooms probably look much the same as thev did to their original inhabitants, with vaulted ceilings, giant picture windows, white lace curtains and calico quilt bedcovers. The furnishings are sturdy, rustic basics. Interior doors divide these three rooms but can be opened to accommodate larger groups. The two other guest rooms are located in the back of the house and have been recently renovated with more contemporary furnishings. Staying true to the unique flavor of Bluff, all rooms are decorated with artwork by local artists. Perhaps more intriguing than the history inside the Pioneer House is the history that awaits guests outside. Tom, a veteran raft guide of the San Juan River, and Kelly, an archaeologist and native of Cortez, have spent many years exploring the Four Corners. Thev have become intimately familiar with the landscape and offer ski, bike, hike or van tours through their guide business. Bluff Expeditions. River trips are also available through a local rafting outfitter. Tom and Kelly also realize the importance of interpreting and protecting what heres a lot to learn from they do find. Bluff and the surrounding areas, says Tom, who added that the goal of the expeditions is to provide excitement while preserving the cnviioiiincnt and ardiacologi- back-count- i short gadgets you dont like to worry tracking mud on carpets, then the Pioneer House in Bluff might be the place for you. As its name implies, the remoteness and ruggedness of this house is conducive to explorers and adventurers, especially those with muddy shoes. We cater to a different crowd, with cam mm 3 If 13 sms to bottom: : The Pioneer House, built in 1898, still reflects much of its original character. Rock art, such as the Wolfman Panel, is only a few minutes' Thats why our Investment Executives take time to Top learn about you your - your feelings about risk and return, investment objectives, and more. Once we long-ter- m understand your needs and expectations, the real partnership begins. Together, Where to find it: P.O. Box 219, Bluff, Utah, 84512; comer of Mulberry and N. 3rd East streets; (435) 672-244- 6 or www.pioneerhouse-inn.com- . (888) 637-2582; What you pay: $54 - $74, oil year. What you get: 5 rooms with private you reach your investment goals. For common sense investment strategics that meet your needs, call today. baths and entrance;. Kitchenettes are available as are sunset barbecues on the deck for four or more, $20 per person. What to do: Explore Grand Gulch, Cedar Mesa, Monument Valley, Natural Bridges, among others. Float the San Juan River. Ski or hike in the Abajo Mountains. Enjoy whif- A Rewarding Relationship Tbancorp Piper Jaffray. fle ball or horseshoes in the yard. What's on the menu: Chef Tom pre- pares hearty, healthy meals gleaned from his years as a river guide, such as 'drowned eggs' - over easy eggs served with spicy, tomato sauce (grown in Tom's garden), refried beans, fresh fruit, warm biscuits with orange marmalade and fresh coffee. What else: If you're extra nice, Tom and Kelly may let you take the tandem bike for a Also, Tom's personally guided trip through the' Bluff cemetery gives a fascinatspin. well plan a program that can help Robert O. Hill Rodney H. Swearingen John E. Ogier 1199 Main Avenue, Suite 201, Durango, CO 81301 970 385-694- 9 1 800 856-694- 9 ing and new perspective of the tiny town. Not FDIC Insured 1 cal sites for future visitors. Guided trips range from easy to difficult, multi-da- y trips. Bluff Expeditions also offers custom trips. half-day-tri- ps V urilii No bank guarantee h mid sen it i s tin nth mendft si.xmid vrv lm., a nhidnir I'rmltti May lose value h it ihwuvh l'it trjit(tn, lm .. , lS. Hum ,iyi r'A7Vv Februcry 18, jJUNWJik ?r 2000 - Cress Currents 7 |