Here at C.E. Pontz Sons, Inc. we're celebrating over 70 years of personal service and community beautification with our third annual regional pond tour, the largest pond tour in Pennsylvania! Join us as we reflect back on many of our favorite water garden projects over the past generation. From simple water features to lush garden escapes, we'll take you on a journey of natural inspiration and delight!
All of the proceeds for the 2008 tour will be donated to HOPE International, a global, faith-based, non-profit organization focused on poverty alleviation through microenterprise development. HOPE's vision is to enable sustainable economic development that results in significant and lasting change, temporal and eternal, in the lives of man people living in poverty.
Ticket Information
Tickets are available to purchase at:
» C.E. Pontz Sons Office
246 W. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17603
» Patio at Penn Stone
190 West Ross St., Lancaster, PA 17603
2007 Tour Properties
Mike & Bonnie Kapp
2355 New Holland Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
Beautifully restored farmhouse featuring a large recently installed pond with a forty foot stream/waterfall inhabited by 6 large Koi and other "critters." Step across the pond as you enter the walkway that leads to the residence.
Charles & Christine Olsen
2055 Thoroughbred Lane, Lancaster, PA 17601
In addition to the Olsen's beautiful pond, you will find a beautifully landscaped rear yard which features, not one, but two outdoor garden train displays.
Darwin & Lois Eshleman
230 Longfellow Drive, Lancaster, PA 17602
At the Eshleman's you will find a pond filled with an assortment of fish and frogs. Their pond was constructed with a foot bridge which crosses over the pond and a pathway leading into an extensively landscaped backyard.
Pat Coller
334 W Orange Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
Who says you cannot enjoy the serenity of country life in the city? This city locale is host to a pond, complete with waterfall, fish, and other aquatic life. A unique feature of this pond is the walkway leading up to the pond. Stepping stones are positioned in the pond to permit you to step over the pond to the pathway on the other side.
Barbara Tyndall
1025 Wheatland Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603
A courtyard is never complete without the sound of water! This 8 x 10 pond and waterfall includes some very mature plants and a well hidden fish cave. Fits in very nicely with surrounding landscape.
Bill & Deb Saporetti
1320 Newton Road, Lancaster, PA 17603
This pond is situated next to the Saporetti's patio to the rear of the residence. It contains a waterfall and is home to an assortment of fish and wildlife.
Zephyr Thomas Home Improvements
1340 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601
This location is a host to two ponds, one exteriorly located in the front of the building and one is interiorly located. Both ponds feature waterfalls, the inside pond includes a 3 tiered waterfall. The ponds host a variety of fish, assorted wildlife, and underwater lighting.
Elliot & Beverly Rubin
705 Woodfield Drive, Lititz, Pa 17543
Pondless waterfall! This water feature shows how a relatively new concept can appear as though it was always part of the landscape.
Ignazio Caruso
355 Buch Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601
The water feature at the Caruso's residence includes a large waterfall that cascades down a rear embankment. A gazebo sits adjacent to the waterfall and the property is extensively landscaped.
Elaine Hackman
1242 Hillcrest Road, Akron, PA 17501
A view over the fields is enhanced by the sound of water. This small pond has a nice large stream and waterfall. Fits very nicely into the existing landscape. The deep construction allows it to run all winter.
Les Martzall
113 Windsor Drive, Ephrata, PA 17522
Pay attention to the lighting in and around this pond. This is a great example of how to turn your daytime feature into a nighttime oasis!
Glenn Weaver
225 Yummerdall Road, Lititz, PA 17543
The Weavers received a C.E.Pontz "Backyard Make-Over" in 2006. This pond is home to several species of fish and some friendly ducks as well!
Adrian & Janelle Kapp
190 Yummerdall Road, Lititz, PA 17543
Two Ponds! The first is a must have for any front door entry. The back yard feature has a 15 foot stream that splits in two before dropping into an 11x 16 foot pond. Numerous mature fish and plants make this water garden look as natural as they come.
Gary & Kathy Hartman
1214 Lincoln Heights Avenue, Ephrata, PA 17522
A complete backyard transformation! This pond sits where a concrete swimming pool once was. With a ten foot stream, stepping stones through the pond, a plant bog, and other unique features, this water garden is sure to inspire many ideas.
Elwood & Marian Schwartz
30 Jason Avenue, Denver, PA 17517
With a 20 foot stream ending in a three foot fall into the four foot deep pond, this feature contains some of the largest Koi on the entire tour. Along with beautiful plantings and statuary, this backyard hide-away is just the prescription for a hectic lifestyle.
Robert & Libbie Grumbine
116 Hill Road, New Holland, PA 17557
The Grumbine's residence features a large forty foot waterfall in the front of the house surrounded by extensive landscaping.
A.J. Moyer
45 Peach Lane, Ronks, PA 17572
The Moyer's unique feature is replete with all the attributes of a healthy ecosystem working with Mother Nature. Enjoy!
Daniel & Heidi Jenkins
331 Miller Street, Strasburg, PA 17579
This pond belongs to one of C.E. Pontz very own employees. It is one of our more recently constructed water features. The size ranges on the smaller side, but do not miss out on this pond's assortment of wildlife and landscaping.
John & Kathy Smith
1806 Conestoga Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17602
The Smith's pond is situated below their deck to the rear of the residence, and is the home to many assorted fish and other aquatic life.
Michael & Susan Ferrari
825 Union Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
Never underestimate the many ways C.E. Pontz can cater to your individual needs. A smaller home or property is no reason not to add a water feature! Check out this Aquascapes Pondless Waterfall and see how minimal space is transformed for maximum impact! Feature in front yard only.
Bobby Kenyon
834 Union Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
Another C.E. Pontz employee, this pondless waterfall was constructed in one day by our very own Bobby Kenyon. Feature in front yard only.
Wayne & Arlene Ober
207 Brookline Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603
This secluded back yard has a flagstone walkway around the left end of the house. Upon entering the back of the property you will immediately see a unique stream and babbling brook complete with two waterfalls dropping into a 176 square foot pond.
Tom & Rose Hemperly
372 Hawthorn Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603
The Hemperly's pond and waterfall sits adjacent to their deck and is located in the rear of the residence. It is inhabited by a variety of Koi fish. Their yard is extensively landscaped and is entirely handicap accessible.
Fred & Peggy Suydam
524 Bald Eagle Court, Lancaster, PA 17601
A water feature can make all of the diference. A beautiful landscape like this is even more pleasant with the addition of a pond.
Dave & Linda Burrichter
1134 Drager Road, Columbia, PA 17512
This feature is a great example of what can be done for any All-American landscape. Enjoy & Dream!
James Pontz
813 Rohrer Road, Lancaster, PA 17601
Our very own Jim Pontz invites you onto his property to bask in the beauty of his pond and landscaped yard! This pond is home to many Koi and a variety of other aquatic life.
Jay & Cindy Kreider
22 Quail Run, Pequea, PA 17565
One of our more recently installed ponds; you'd never know this water feature was manmade.
Chuck Lewis
181 Krantz Mill Road, New Providence, PA 17560
Another water feature that demonstrates how a relatively new concept can appear as though it has always been part of the landscape.
Paul & Kathy Waite
360 Abbey Drive, Mount Wolf, PA 17347
This pond is well worth the drive. Come and be soothed by this tranquil scenery and enjoy a cold beverage offered by the homeowners.
James & Jessica Newswagner
398 E. Jackson Street, New Holland, PA
