Rose Gate Farm-elegant accommodation in a blissful rural setting

All I can say is...GO to this place and you won't be sorry. Everything about it is top notch as are the people who own it. We were there in the fall and can't wait to go back in the summer so we can play in the creek! Explore McComb and Summit as they are great places. Eat at the Caboose and you will be happy you did. We needed one more day, at least!

My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful weekend at Rose Gate. The home is beautiful; the gardens are peaceful, and the creek is refreshing. We were able to escape from our fast-paced life to the quiet country, yet we relaxed luxurious comfort. A short walk down the stream lead to the creek, and the fish were actually biting. My most enjoyable moments were spent lounging on the sandbar while the cool, clear water rushed over me. It was my own private spa. We are looking forward to returning, and we hope to bring our bikes.

The listing description understates the beauty, elegance, and peacefulness of the place in its woodsy rural setting. The house has floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides of the living area which offers a panoramic view of the roses, azaleas, and butterfly bushes that encircle the house. A spacious patio extends to the woods' edge; multiple groups of strategically placed chairs offer a respite under the trees--great places to read, meditate, and talk. I noticed sweet gum trees along the back patio--they turn glorious shades of red in the fall. The photos may not have fully captured the wonderfully high ceilings and expansive, spacious living areas. My husband and I sat and sipped tea in four of at least 14 different sitting places inside and outside the house.
The property is immaculately clean, extremely well maintained (it looks like it has just been built and furnished), mattresses are pillow-top--quite comfortable, sheets seem to be sateen 100% Egyptian cotton with high thread count (I did not actually read the label, but I know good quality sheets when I see them!). And the homemade soap that the owners make feels good on your skin--I like the Sweet Clover one.
What a peaceful place to go to--to re-connect with friends and family members. And I have not yet mentioned the beautiful Topisaw Creek right out back! Apparently there are fish in there!
The owners were helpful in answering questions. The book in the living room gave us a wealth of information on area restaurants, activities, and attractions. We ate dinner at the Caboose downtown McComb. My swordfish steak was some of the best fish I have eaten in a while. I highly recommend that place for lunch or dinner.

I recommend a day trip to Woodville about 50 miles west. Chartered in 1811, this historic town of 1,200 has three of Mississippi's oldest churches, and is home to Clark Creek Natural Area, a state park which has 50 waterfalls from 10 to 35 feet high that eventually empty into the Mississippi River. We have taken a picnic, hiked the falls area--made it to the first one--and were so happy to see the newly constructed restroom buildings, complete with water fountains. Kids love playing under the waterfalls, by the way. Birders and botanists love this place.

Get to Rose Gate Farm in Summit for some R&R! It's an easy drive to Natchez, Woodville, Brookhaven, Hattiesburg. (Watch out for deer along the roadways!).