Post #531716 by Chip and Andy on Sat, May 22, 2010 11:22 AM

The little hut you see right by the street was lost in the 2005 hurricanes.

And notice the roofline.... the thatching does not cover the entire roof. The part closest to the street is not covered. That allowed the inside gardens to be what was effectively a giant terrarium. It was a lush (miniature) tropical rain forrest.

And, if any of you carvers are looking for inspiration, here is another shot of that Tiki that stood guard over the driveway.

Also, check out the fernwood tiki right behind him.