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Room Spotlight: Experience Timeless Elegance in the Victorian Suite

Jul 32 min read

Room Spotlight: Experience Timeless Elegance in the Victorian Suite

Step back in time and indulge in the charm of a bygone era with a stay in our exquisite Victorian Suite at Oaklea Mansion. Perfectly...

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Room Spotlight: The Eastlake Suite. The Room Fit for a Governors Daughter

Tiffany Tillema

Jun 201 min read

Room Spotlight: The Eastlake Suite. The Room Fit for a Governors Daughter

Step into the Eastlake Suite, a haven of Victorian elegance and timeless charm. This suite boasts a stunning Eastlake bed, renowned for...

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Tiffany Tillema

Jun 102 min read

Room Spotlight: The Grand Suite

As the largest suite at Oaklea Mansion Bed and Breakfast, the Grand Suite epitomizes luxury and refinement.

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Bed and Breakfasts: Supporting the Local Economy and Navigating Economic Challenges

Tiffany Tillema

May 293 min read

Bed and Breakfasts: Supporting the Local Economy and Navigating Economic Challenges

**Bed and Breakfasts: Navigating Economic Challenges and Supporting Local Economies** In the picturesque landscapes of small towns and...

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The Pink Sky Over East Texas and Why It Was That Color?

Tiffany Tillema

May 202 min read

The Pink Sky Over East Texas and Why It Was That Color?

Did you see it or miss it? The pink sky over East Texas. On May 10, 2024, between 11:30 pm and 3 am, a rare occurrence happened in the...

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Tiffany Tillema

May 62 min read

Oaklea Mansion's Crooked Chimney

The story of Oaklea Mansion's crooked chimney is interesting but not uncommon in historical buildings. In addition to blogging, I own a...

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Tiffany Tillema

Apr 96 min read

Winnsboro Walking Mural Tour

While visiting Winnsboro, you may wonder what to do. We have many fun family(and adult) activities that should be on your radar. One of...

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Traveling Back in Time With Oaklea Mansion

Tiffany Tillema

Mar 262 min read

Traveling Back in Time With Oaklea Mansion

Traveling back in time to the early 1900s, Oaklea Mansion stood proudly on a sprawling estate surrounded by lush gardens and towering oak...

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What Small Towns Can Learn from the 2017 Solar Eclipse

Tiffany Tillema

Mar 137 min read

What Small Towns Can Learn from the 2017 Solar Eclipse

In case you haven't heard, Winnsboro and the surrounding small towns in Northeast Texas are in the path of a total Solar Eclipse on April...

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Spring Has Sprung, Planning Your Wedding at Oaklea

Tiffany Tillema

Mar 11 min read

Spring Has Sprung, Planning Your Wedding at Oaklea

Spring has finally arrived, and with it comes the perfect season for weddings at Oaklea Mansion Bed and Breakfast. Nestled amidst lush...

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Winnsboro, Texas, and the Great North American Eclipse

Tiffany Tillema

Feb 132 min read

Winnsboro, Texas, and the Great North American Eclipse

Winnsboro, Texas, is located in the United States and is a small city in Wood County. On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will occur,...

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Keeping it Together: The Perks of Staying at Your Wedding Venue with Family and Friends

Tiffany Tillema

Jan 303 min read

Keeping it Together: The Perks of Staying at Your Wedding Venue with Family and Friends

When it comes to planning a wedding, choosing the right venue is one of the most crucial decisions to make. While traditional wedding...

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Tiffany Tillema

Jan 166 min read

The Architectural Ghosts of Oaklea

Oaklea Mansion Has Ghosts? Yes, but not in the sense you are thinking. We are talking about architectural ghosts, not the spooky kind....

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Tiffany Tillema

Dec 18, 20232 min read

Visit Winnsboro in the Winter

Why visit Winnsboro in the winter? Unlike the picture attached to this post, Winnsboro is quite comfortable for most of the winter,...

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Another Successful Year at the art and Wine festival

Tiffany Tillema

Nov 13, 20231 min read

Another Successful Year at the art and Wine festival

On the heels of a successful Autumn Trails Festival came another Winnsboro Favorite, The Winnsboro Art & Wine Festival. That happened...

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Winnsboro's Art & Wine Festival an Event You Don't Want to Miss

Tiffany Tillema

Oct 31, 20233 min read

Winnsboro's Art & Wine Festival an Event You Don't Want to Miss

The Winnsboro Art & Wine Festival is just around the corner, and it promises to be a memorable event for art and wine enthusiasts alike....

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Tiffany Tillema

Oct 25, 20232 min read

A Unique Stay at Oaklea

At Oaklea Mansion, we understand that the small details can make a big difference in creating a truly memorable stay. That's why we go...

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5 Reasons to Embrace the Wood County Walls Mural Project

Tiffany Tillema

Sep 25, 20234 min read

5 Reasons to Embrace the Wood County Walls Mural Project

This past week, murals have been popping up all over Wood County. 5 of them right here in Winnsboro. Three of those were painted by...

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Tiffany Tillema

Sep 13, 20233 min read

The Allure of the Bed and Breakfast

Once upon a time, nestled amidst the rolling hills and scented gardens of the countryside, a captivating lodging option emerged: the bed...

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Winnsboro Farmers Market in Running for Major Designation

Tiffany Tillema

Aug 21, 20231 min read

Winnsboro Farmers Market in Running for Major Designation

Winnsboro Farmers Market has been a staple every Saturday from April through October since 2008. Not only Does Oaklea Mansion buy their...

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