The waterfall and streams are inspired by an actual place in Hawaii while Thom and his family was on vacation. Thom added the romantic arbor and gazebo “with its massive bronze scroll work.” 

I often seek out a quiet place to meditate and pray; a special retreat like Hidden Arbor. This marvelous waterfall, with its myriad rivulets and streams; the climbing flowers on a romantic arbor is a little touch of heaven.

— Thomas Kinkade