Nettie's Nest is an updated two bedroom, one bath cottage in the heart of Locust Grove, OK. We have carefully chosen each piece of furniture and art to make your trip amazingly comfortable and beautiful. The cottage is minutes from lakes, rivers, and creeks. Our small town includes many wonders. One of which is the only rural poetry museum in the United States--The Rural Oklahoma Museum of Poetry, just a block away. All professional photos were taken by Marea Breedlove. The space Welcome to Wonder City Cottages Nettie’s Nest Our unique cottages offer an experience in retro furnishings, artwork, and appliances. We have repurposed, upcycled, refurbished, and created much of the décor and furniture. Step back in time and enjoy the ambience of part museum, part art gallery, part treasure hunt. Everything has been carefully curated to provide a distinct, comfortable, inspirational vibe. If this home does not suit your needs, please check out our newest cottage, Peggy's Perch located less than 1/2 mile away. https://www.airbnb.com/h/peggysperch If you have any questions about the cottage, please message us. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions or are in need of something. We do not want to intrude upon your privacy, but we are only 3 miles away if you need us. Nettie’s Nest is in a small neighborhood and just a block off Main Street. Please make yourselves at home! Have a look through the cupboards to familiarize yourself with the contents of the property. The property will be spotlessly clean. Pets are not allowed at this time. Extra towels are in the closet opposite the bathroom. Extra sheets are in the built-in cabinets in Nettie’s Nest bedroom. If you find anything not to your satisfaction please inform us within the first 24-hours of arriving at the property. Inside The Property WiFi - Internet, 25 gig fiber Password: Security & Doors Please make sure the kitchen door is locked and dead bolted. Exit the home through the front door, press the Schlage button, pull the door toward you, and turn the deadbolt. Kitchen You’ll find any kitchen item you may need in our cheerful kitchen. The cupboards on the west wall are empty for you to store any grocery items you bring or purchase. Coffee is provided. Turn on the lights in the hutch to power the outlet for the vintage radio. The water container on the counter is well water from our home. The collapsible dish rack is behind the faucet. Bedrooms Nettie’s Nest is the smaller bedroom and includes a full-size bed, customized robes, a closet with a chest of drawers, extra bedding, and art pieces we’ve collected and created ourselves. The curtains are blackout so that you may have a dark, deep restful sleep. Two nesting tables may be used for bedside items. Betty’s Bungalow, the larger bedroom includes a queen-size bed and a unique feature–a cloffice. It’s a closet office with a mini-library, storage, and a desk for your laptop or office needs. The nightstands have ample drawers for storage, and so does the chest of drawers. Monogrammed robes are available for you to lounge in. Living Room The living room has been carefully furnished for comfort and relaxation. You’ll find games, cards, and puzzles in the drawers under the TV. You will also find travel literature in one of the drawers. The TV provides you with a wide variety of free programming. You may also login to your Prime, Netflix, etc. accounts if you choose. A vintage folding card table sits beside the TV for puzzling, game playing, or just extra eating space. Two folding chairs are stored in the closet opposite the bathroom. Read any books in our library. Take one home if you aren't finished by checkout time. Enjoy the ambience of the soothing colors and vintage and folk art that adorn the space. Kitchen Our kitchen is light and lovely. Sit at the bar and enjoy the view. The water container on the counter is well water from our home. City water is perfectly safe to drink, but we prefer the taste from the well. If you are coffee snobs, as we are, we encourage you to use this water in the drip coffee maker and the French press. There is a small pitcher next to the water container for filling. The tins in the lighted cabinet are pre-measured and labeled for a full pot of drip or a full French press. We buy our award-winning Onyx coffee from Wonder City Coffee on Main Street. The refrigerator and stove are large and useful if you chose to eat in. The washer and dryer work better if you limit them to small to medium loads only. Bathroom The bathroom has a bohemian, artsy design. Enjoy the space and all the amenities. You’ll find an ample supply of towels and toiletries. Please use the exhaust fan when showering as the bathroom gets steamy Outdoor Furniture & Charcoal Grill We have provided outdoor seating in the front and back yards. Watch the birds feed and hear them sing while you swing on the front porch. The backyard seating area is shaded by a mighty redbud. Please enjoy. Charcoal and lighter fluid are not provided, but a 22" Weber grill is available for use. Smoking / Vaping Smoking and vaping are permitted outside only. We have provided ashtrays. Please empty them with other rubbish when you check out. Towels There are plush towels and plenty to use during your stay. Extra towels are in the closet opposite the bathroom. When you depart please place any used towels inside the bathtub. Parking We have a spacious carport and driveway so that you do not have to park on the street. If you are hauling a boat or trailer, there is plenty of room in the driveway. Miscellaneous The breaker box is outside behind the house and above the a/c unit. TV batteries, if needed are in the top right drawer of the TV console. When using the portable heater, turn it off if you leave. Many of our art pieces and furniture are for sale. We restore and upcycle furniture and create assemblage wall art. Message us about details if you’re interested in any pieces. Heating & Air Conditioning The thermostat for heating and cooling is located in the living room. Please follow the house rules posted on the refrigerator for departure settings. Rubbish You’ll find rubbish cans behind the house. Put your trash bags there as needed and when checking out. Make sure all trash is in bags because we take this home with us. Check out Strip used beds. Place dirty towels in the bathtub. Wash all dishes. The drainer is collapsible and behind the faucet. Set the thermostat to 85 during warm months and 60 during cold ones. Remove all perishable food items. Place trash in bags in the receptacle behind the house. Turn off all lights. Lock the kitchen door including the deadbolt and push the Schlage button, pull the door toward you, and turn the deadbolt on the front door upon departure. Text “checkout” upon departure. The Neighborhood Supermarkets Harps Grocery and Walmart are both less than a mile away. There are also several convenience stores nearby. Restaurants & Bars We have several restaurants in town. Country Cottage, La Mansion Mexican, LJ’s Daylight Donuts, Hangry Burger, Ranch House Pizza, Mazzio’s, Tatted Pig BBQ food truck, Sonic Drive-In, Wonder City Coffee. The Fat Toad Brewing Co. is a microbrewery in Pryor that offers beer, wine, and food. Local Attractions For a small town, we have some grand attractions: The Rural Oklahoma Museum of Poetry, The Magic Showplace Theater, Pipe Springs, ROMP Rummage, The Public Library, The Willard Stone Museum (open by appt.) and so much more. We are surrounded by lakes, creeks, and rivers for swimming, boating, and fishing pleasure. Several antique and thrift stores are in the surrounding towns. For a list of more things to do in the area, contact the following Chamber of Commerce offices: Locust Grove, Salina, Pryor, Chouteau Emergency Information Hospital Hillcrest Hospital is located in Pryor at 111 N. Bailey. Access Medical Center Urgent Care is located in Pryor at 4115 Redden. Axis Health Care Urgent Care is located in Pryor at 211 S. Mill St. Police The Locust Grove Police Department is located at 103 S. Broadway. Doctors Community Physicians Group doctors are just a block away at 609 E. Main. Emergency Contact If you have an emergency contact us. Public Tornado Shelter: The shelter is located at The Pirate Arena at 7060 S 441 Rd. WE HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR STAY WITH US! Guest access Guests have access to everything at the cottage except for a locked closet and the garage/workshop. Other things to note The 800 square foot home was built in 1965 and lived in by a family of four. We purchased it recently and have made every effort make it homey and relaxing.