Dave and Daphne summer in The Catskills, but last year didn't get back until mid July. Their caretaker had mowed the lawn and turned the water back on, but he neglected to trim the hedges back so they could get inside. (The side door was accessible though.) Although the caretaker checks in weekly, Their house is unoccupied from October 30th til May 30th. 
Hotel for sale near Daphne's little retreat. Corner of Wade Road & State Rt. 52. Liberty NY
