Lonnette Kelley, author, speaker, and filmmaker, takes you on a journey through the vast open spaces of North Dakota into a world filled with prayer, promises, and hope for the future. Nestled in the quiet countryside, surrounded by rich croplands and enchanting gardens, a stately mansion waits patiently for Lonnette and her family—God’s answer to a forgotten prayer.

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Rooted in rich history and God himself, this memoir is Lonnette’s true story of loss and physical limitations, coupled with unwavering faith, determination, and the Lord’s help in operating a bed and breakfast.

 

Come. Join the fun, this journey is filled with surprises, laughter, struggles, tears, and seeds of hope that grew into an amazing success story—a visit from the President of Iceland.

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221 Melsted Place Mountain of Grace: The North Dakota B&B That Welcomed the President of Iceland takes you behind the scenes at 221 Melsted Place Bed and Breakfast, where you will join Lonnette and her family as they welcome guests from around the world into their elegant historic home. With every impressive photograph and story told, you will feel the excitement of each moment, and discover:

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• Grace in action–keeping our culture alive

• The power of connecting to our roots

• Walking in obedience activates God’s promises 

• Serenity in unexpected places    

• Grace of stewardship–preserving a historic structure while allowing it to serve and nourish others, including world leaders