Open gardens, closed gates

Many estates and wine farms open their exquisitely manicured gardens to the public (for a small fee) in late spring - normally during the months of October and November.

It's sad (though understandable I guess) that the gardens aren't open all year round. Wouldn't it be awesome to buy rights to quietly while away hours reading (or coding, in my case) under large oak trees on expansive green lawns bordered by colorful flowers?

I suppose that's quite idealistic, but a nice idea still - don't you think?