A Christmas Visit with Dave Zettler!
It’s just not Christmas at Garden-Lou without Dave Zettler and his Christmas Cottage! In the front yard, Santa, all nine reindeer, and a band of Victorian musicians greet visitors, but inside, the cheery holiday decor envelops you like a big, Christmas bear hug. A snowflake-covered ceiling, musical nutcrackers, talking wreaths, and train cars chugging along a track overhead are just a few of the multi-layered Christmas extravaganza that awaits guests.
Dave’s been a regular on Garden-Lou during the holidays for three years now, but it’s never the same old stuff-Dave is always acquiring new Christmas treasures or rotating seasoned display items to make every year and every room different!
Check out previous visits with Dave, and learn his inspiring story at the links below;
A Garden-Lou Visit to Dave Zettler’s Cozy Christmas Cottage
Spotlight on Dave Zettler and his Christmas Cottage
This year, Dave has expanded the tour to the walkway between houses and his backyard, with topiary deer, lots of lights, and even a Santa-dressed duck for the hot tub.
Even the bathroom has been layered in nostalgic Christmas icons like the large Santa face and a mini leg lamp night-light!
His Southwest Garden Neighborhood home is a landmark during the Christmas season, bringing joy to neighbors and passers-by. So, let’s take a tour inside and see what magical delights Dave has whipped up this year!
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Words and photos by Jo Batzer
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