A Holiday Open House was a good excuse for a Sunday afternoon trip to the Old Stone House Gift and Garden store, 3397 Pyramid Way in Sparks, Nevada. No, I am not going to call Sparks a "day trip from South Reno," but if not for this special event, I probably wouldn't have made the drive.
I'm glad I checked out the Old Stone House. They have a lovely display of Christmas trees and decor, with themes ranging from feathered friends, to icicles, gingerbread men, drumming snowmen and more.
It's obvious that a lot of work went into this colorful, seasonal set-up. During the Holiday Open House, they even served snacks and beverages.
The large greenhouse area at Old Stone House has an attractive selection of indoor and outdoor plants and decorative items like lawn gnomes.
Back inside the gift shop, I also liked a basket of frisky-looking squirrels.
And yes, there is an old stone house on the premises. One of the owners explained that it used to be a milk barn. He also showed us the outdoor area where fresh-cut Christmas trees will soon be displayed.
This store is a worthwhile destination for anyone who wants an early dose of holiday cheer. I would caution against taking young children through the Old Stone House, however, because many of the bright, shiny trinkets are easily breakable.
For more information, call (775) 358-1700 or visit http://www.facebook.com/pages/Old-Stone-House-Gift-and-Garden/201298643234348 .
BONUS TRAVEL TIP: My visit to the Old Stone House Gift and Garden store in Sparks made me very nostalgic for the winter wonderland at Molbak's Garden and Home Center in Woodinville, Washington. I am not exaggerating when I say that this is a bona fide tourist attraction year-round, but especially during the holiday season, when Molbak's sells dozens of varieties of poinsettias and showcases local performers. It also has the best selection of Christmas ornaments that I've ever seen. And the free samples of Danish Kringle pastries (during the Poinsettia Fest) are terrific. So if you're going to be in the Seattle area this month or next, take a trip across Lake Washington and prepare to be dazzled at Molbak's: http://www.molbaks.com/
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