History Comes Alive | Oaklea Mansion

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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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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Hosting Your Next Corporate Retreat at Oaklea Mansion Bed and Breakfast

Tiffany Tillema

Jun 5, 20231 min read

Hosting Your Next Corporate Retreat at Oaklea Mansion Bed and Breakfast

Most people think of hotels and conference centers when it comes to corporate retreats. However, a Bed & Breakfast like Oaklea...

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Lovers Getaway at Oaklea Mansion Bed & Breakfast

Tiffany Tillema

May 12, 20232 min read

Lovers Getaway at Oaklea Mansion Bed & Breakfast

Winnsboro, Texas, is a charming small town that is ideal for a lovers getaway. Its picturesque streets lined with historic buildings and...

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Tiffany Tillema

May 8, 20232 min read

Ima Hogg and her Winnsboro Connection

Ima Hogg was a remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on Texas history. So much so she is often referred to as "the First Lady of...

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Unraveling the charm of Bed and Breakfasts: 6 reasons to choose one over a traditional hotel

Tiffany Tillema

May 1, 20237 min read

Unraveling the charm of Bed and Breakfasts: 6 reasons to choose one over a traditional hotel

Eating breakfast photo by Canva Are you tired of staying at the same old hotels or rentals during your vacations? Why not try something...

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The History of Marcus D Carlock's Curly Pine Staircase

Tiffany Tillema

Apr 24, 20233 min read

The History of Marcus D Carlock's Curly Pine Staircase

View of the staircase from the entryway Photo by Oaklea Mansion In 1903 Marcus DeWitt Carlock made his residency in Winnsboro, Texas,...

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8 Things to Know About Bed and Breakfast Etiquette

Tiffany Tillema

Apr 11, 20234 min read

8 Things to Know About Bed and Breakfast Etiquette

Eastlake Suite at Oaklea Mansion photo by Oaklea Mansion It might initially seem daunting if you have never visited a Bed & Breakfast. It...

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Tiffany Tillema

Apr 4, 20235 min read

Winnsboro- Past, Present, Future

Main street, Winnsboro. Photographer unknown Oaklea Mansion was built in 1903. That was 120 years ago. The town itself has been here even...

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In Case You Missed it: Bridal Show Highlights

Tiffany Tillema

Mar 15, 20234 min read

In Case You Missed it: Bridal Show Highlights

Photo by 4T Studios You found that person you want to spend the rest of your life with, and now you have a big day to plan. You want this...

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Tiffany Tillema

Jan 30, 20233 min read

Winnsboro, What was Happening in 1903?

Winnsboro to Marshall Railway photo via Wikipedia 120 years ago, In 1903, Oaklea Mansion's construction was completed, but what else...

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The Lasting Impact of Marcus Dewitt Carlock, Sr.

Tiffany Tillema

Jan 10, 20234 min read

The Lasting Impact of Marcus Dewitt Carlock, Sr.

Photo from "History of the carlock family and Pioneer Americans" Texas is rich in History, which is why so many are interested in this...

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Winnsboro Restaurants with Vegan & Vegetarian Options

Tiffany Tillema

Dec 26, 20223 min read

Winnsboro Restaurants with Vegan & Vegetarian Options

Are you vegan or vegetarian? Having trouble finding options in Small Town Winnsboro? Here is a List of restaurants with vegan options!

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Winnsboro's connection to the "Sawmill Bonanza" of the early 20th century

Tiffany Tillema

Dec 21, 20223 min read

Winnsboro's connection to the "Sawmill Bonanza" of the early 20th century

Four Mule Logging Team Winnsboro, Texas, is a town full of history. One of Winnsboro's more interesting historical features is its...

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Tiffany Tillema

Dec 6, 20227 min read

Winnsboro's Hidden Gems

The Bowery (Photo by Tiffany Tillema) You may be thinking, "What can the small town of Winnsboro offer me during a stay at Oaklea...

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East Texas Wine Country; Seven Vineyards to visit During Your Stay (Vineyard Map)

Tiffany Tillema

Nov 28, 20223 min read

East Texas Wine Country; Seven Vineyards to visit During Your Stay (Vineyard Map)

Muscadine grapes (Photo by Tiffany Tillema) Winnsboro is centrally located in the East Texas wine country. This makes Oaklea Mansion a...

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Oaklea Mansion

Aug 31, 20222 min read

When the Walls Talk

If the walls at Oaklea Mansion could talk, oh the stories they would tell. Sometimes what we see as an end to an adventurous journey is...

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