For us, it was about the outdoor space. When we found this house, it was an unfinished shell and the yard was "natural". We planted about 100 grape vines on the property, most are Syrah from which we make a Rose. There are a few vines that are specific for eating, and there isn't much tastier than grapes fresh off the vine. There are now about a dozen fruit trees; cherries, plums, nectarines, pears, apples, pluots and beginning in June there is nearly always a treat to be enjoyed off a tree.
Leavenworth is for growing. We keep a kitchen garden for our guests that always has fresh herbs and offers a selection of seasonal fruits and veggies. You'll find unusual varieties of strawberries (if you get them before the quail), gourmet lettuces, kales, onions, broccoli, cabbage, Pac Choi, tomatoes and more depending on the season.
And the blackberries. We've had people return simply for the blackberries. These thornless wonders are abundant throughout August and September, and if you are fortunate enough to be there for the first fruit, you'll understand exactly what we are talking about.
If you enjoy what you've tried, I always try to leave some seeds and/or information about where to find it. We also leave directions for replanting as we've found that a lot of kids want the chance to try their hand at gardening. Replacing is completely optional!
Add to that, we brought in yards and yards of dirt to create a big flat yard for play. In the summer, families will enjoy croquet, wiffleball, horseshoes, smashball, and more. When it gets too hot enjoy the many shaded spaces. In the winter, there is plenty of space for snowball fights, snowmen, and a little light sledding.
We encourage our guests to enjoy what's available during their stay, but we are not a u-pick farm. We don't treat the fruit for travel and it just doesn't. Cherries will brown before you hit Steven's Pass, so do we ask that you enjoy while you are there and leave the rest for the next guests.