Oaklea Mansion Bed and Breakfast

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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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

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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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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Eight FREE things to do in Winnsboro, Texas

Tiffany Tillema

Mar 21, 20235 min read

Eight FREE things to do in Winnsboro, Texas

Antique car at Winnsboro's antique car show and parade photo by 4t studios You are visiting Winnsboro. Whether it be your first time or...

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Calling All Brides: Winnsboro's 1st Annual Bridal Show at Oaklea Mansion

Tiffany Tillema

Feb 14, 20232 min read

Calling All Brides: Winnsboro's 1st Annual Bridal Show at Oaklea Mansion

Brides-to-be now have a place to care for all their wedding needs in one spot without having to leave Northeast Texas! Oaklea mansion...

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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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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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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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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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