Here’s a story out of Des Moines (Des Moines, Washington, not Des Moines Iowa).

Swingers shut down Des Moines sex club after neighbors complain, city intervenes.

A couple hosted sex parties in the Hardwood Cabin — their six-bedroom rental home in Des Moines (Seattle), until the city cited them for running a business without a license. The city says they violated zoning laws for their residential neighborhood.

Regan “Draco” Lane-Smith and “Naughty” Nonah Elliston outfitted their six-bedroom rental house with 15 mattresses, bondage crosses and sex swings. They built elaborate sets in their backyard for taking erotic photos. And they promoted the Hardwood Cabin online. Up to 60 guests at a time came to mingle, sunbathe nude by the pool and have sex with fellow swingers and fetishists. Parties were frequent enough that the couple’s laundry service was cycling through 50 bedsheets a week.

The couple shut down the sex club last month when they were cited for running a business without a license and threatened with fines of up to $513 a day. City officials say naked or not, the couple had been warned that their activities violated zoning laws for their residential neighborhood. Elliston and Lane-Smith say they’re being persecuted for their lifestyle, and insist they didn’t charge admission. They’re looking for somewhere new to host parties. They say they should have the right to live their lives and use their property the way they see fit. “We’re happy hedonists,” Elliston said. “As far as I know you’re still allowed to throw a party in your house.”

“We’re normal people,” says Elliston.

The parties catered to “big beautiful women” and “big handsome men,” and to the BDSM (bondage, discipline, sadomasochism) scene.

Elliston counted police officers, nurses and lawyers among her guests, she said. Members were as young as 22 and as old as 80. The couple hosted a naked rally for presidential candidate Barack Obama and naked karaoke nights. A friend’s “mobile sex dungeon” — created in a small cargo truck — was parked alongside the house.

Huh huh... HARD. Heh hmm heh.. WOOD.

Many nights, Rosenstiel (a neighbor) said, he left his TV on as he went to sleep to block out moaning and slapping noises. “Once in a while it sounds like a raccoon dying,” Rosenstiel said.

Odd Culture has dug up some of the invites to past parties. Here are a few samples:

Play Date’s Toga Party
Saturday, May 3rd 2008
7PM
The Hardwood Cabin
1225 S 232nd St
Des Moines WA 98198
206-774-6773

$20.00/Person
Attention all swingers 21 and over! Got Toga? If not, it’s time to create, borrow or buy one! Play Date’s Toga themed party will be hosted at the ever popular Hardwood Cabin on May 3rd 2008! Dress in your sexiest Grecian, God or Goddess inspired toga and join us for a night of fun. Theme dress is fun, not required.
Wear what makes you feel sexy, attractive and comfortable. Layer down, change outfits, go nude, have some fun!
Toga entrance fee is $20.00 per person and Does Not include food or alcohol. We invite everyone to BYOB and a theme inspired dish, finger food or beverage to share and nibble on Play Dates will provide bottled water, plates, napkins, cups and plastic utensils for everyone. Come meet, mingle, flirt, swim and play in a safe and laid back environment with other like-minded adults. Swim suits are optional but don’t forget your towels! We’ll also be having our fun theme inspired, ‘Mouth to Mouth Regrapitation’ contest for couples and paired singles! Condoms, lube, personal wet naps and paper towels will be available. Towels, blankets and pillows will not be provided. The Hardwood Cabin hosts a wonderful location with hot tubs, in ground
pool, out door patio, variety of play areas and limited parking, (we suggest car pooling). Any questions? Please do not hesitate to ask We look forward to seeing and meeting everyone there!

Play Date’s Patriotic Party
Saturday, July 5th 2008
7PM
The Hardwood Cabin
$20.00/Person

Attention all swingers 21 and over!
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Got Patriotism? Come celebrate your Independence with a BANG! Come meet, mingle, flirt, soak, swim and play in a safe and laid back environment! Join us in honor of our Independence & in celebration of our birthday guys & gals! Play Date’s Patriotic Party will be hosted at the ever popular Hardwood Cabin, located centrally in Des Moines! Grab your red, white & blue for an evening of Swinging Independance! Wear what makes you feel sexy, attractive and comfortable. Layer down, change outfits, go nude, have some fun! Clothing is OPTIONAL!
Party entrance fee is $20.00 per person and Does Not include food or alcohol. Play Dates will provide basic snacks & finger foods. We invite everyone to BYOB and a theme inspired dish, finger food or beverage to share and nibble on…help keep everyone’s stamina up We will also have the BBQ fired up and ready to grill, but bring your own meat. Play Dates will provide bottled water, basic condiments, plates, napkins, cups and plastic utensils for everyone. *Please do not throw the cups and utensils away, they are reusable*
**Help us recycle by using labelled bins for Plastic & Glass Bottles** Clean sheets, condoms, lube and towels will be available. Towels & chairs are limited…. blankets and pillows will not be provided, so we suggest brining your own just in case. Plan ahead if you’re staying over night (soap, shampoo/cond, tooth brush, tent etc.) The Hardwood Cabin hosts a wonderful location with hot tubs, in ground
pool, out door patio and a variety of play areas for everyone to enjoy! Please mark your calendars and RSVP well in advance directly to Play Dates 4 Adults at aolhell dott cum We look forward to seeing and meeting everyone there!