Cedar Cove is now closed to the public.

The popular swimming and fishing pond and gardens located three miles north of Ada on State Route 235 has been sold by Monty Siekerman.

For the past 14 years, Cedar Cove has played host to numerous garden clubs, Bible studies, birthday parties, and weddings.

During a hot summer, the land has drawn more than 10,000 people for swimming, fishing, Frisbee, or just plain relaxing...all free to those who wanted to visit.

The garden contains more than 250 varieties of trees and shrubs. The property has been described by many as "a little piece of Heaven" and "peaceful."

Siekerman expressed his appreciation to those who helped develop and maintain the property over the years, including Brock Sumney, Garrett Fleming, Jerry Maag and, for the past six years, Mark Green.

Those who had a hand in building were  Brandt Miller, cabin; Phil Coulson, treehouse; Willie Maguire, gazebo, bridge, and walkway.

Over the years, Cedar Cove was featured in many newspapers, including the cover of Our Generations of The Lima News.

Siekerman said, "It's been a good run, I've enjoyed meeting the people who visited. Now it's time for a family to enjoy Cedar Cove as a home place."