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Fall and Winter Nostalgia and Granny's Cornbread

Nov 223 min read

Fall and Winter Nostalgia and Granny's Cornbread

As I sat in my home office today, gazing out at the sunny fall day, memories of past autumns and winters began to flood my mind. This time o

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Discover Winnsboro’s Newest Attraction: Eagle’s Nest Mini Golf!

Tiffany Tillema

Nov 82 min read

Discover Winnsboro’s Newest Attraction: Eagle’s Nest Mini Golf!

On your next visit to Winnsboro, and while staying at Oaklea Mansion, make sure to check out the town’s newest family-friendly gem—Eagle’s N

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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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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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Traveling Solo? 6 Reasons a Bed & Breakfast is the right choice.

Tiffany Tillema

Jul 11, 20233 min read

Traveling Solo? 6 Reasons a Bed & Breakfast is the right choice.

6 Reasons a Bed & Breakfast is the right choice for solo travelers

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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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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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Winnsboro's Little Pop-Up Art Show at Oaklea Mansion

Tiffany Tillema

Feb 7, 20231 min read

Winnsboro's Little Pop-Up Art Show at Oaklea Mansion

Picture credit Oaklea Mansion Winnsboro, Texas, is a small town with a big love for the arts. There is always something artsy going on...

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Top 5 Amazing Things to do While You Are in Winnsboro, Texas

Tiffany Tillema

Jan 30, 20236 min read

Top 5 Amazing Things to do While You Are in Winnsboro, Texas

Photo Mini Golf from Rick734 @ Canva You are staying at Oakley Masion for a few days and want to take in a few activities. What is there...

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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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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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