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Experience Timeless Elegance at Oaklea Mansion This Autumn
Autumn at Oaklea There’s no better time to visit Winnsboro than in the fall, when our town comes alive with the magic of Autumn Trails....

Tiffany Tillema
Aug 302 min read
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Big Wheel Bash 2025: Dust, Sirens, and a Whole Lot of Horsepower
Woodie at the Big Wheel Bash If you were in Winnsboro on Saturday, August 23rd, you probably heard it before you saw it, the...

Tiffany Tillema
Aug 233 min read
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Eagle’s Nest Mini Golf Celebrates National Mini Golf Day with Star-Studded Fun
Eagles nest Celebrates national Golf Day Happy Mini Golf Day from all of us at Oaklea Mansion and Eagle’s Nest Mini Golf! On Saturday,...

Tiffany Tillema
May 122 min read
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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

Tiffany Tillema
Nov 8, 20242 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
May 29, 20243 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
Jan 30, 20243 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
Sep 13, 20233 min read
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Traveling Solo? 6 Reasons a Bed & Breakfast is the right choice.
6 Reasons a Bed & Breakfast is the right choice for solo travelers

Tiffany Tillema
Jul 11, 20233 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
May 1, 20237 min read
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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,...

Tiffany Tillema
Apr 24, 20233 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
Apr 11, 20234 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
Mar 21, 20235 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
Feb 14, 20232 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
Jan 30, 20236 min read
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The Beautiful Lakes of Winnsboro, Texas
Cypress Trees on Lake Quitman Photo by Tiffany Tillema The area surrounding Winnsboro, Texas, is known as lake country for a good reason....

Tiffany Tillema
Jan 18, 20238 min read
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Wine Tasting in Winnsboro
Wine-tasting stock photo from storyblocks Love Wine? So do we, and Winnsboro is right in the middle of East Texas wine country! Some of...

Tiffany Tillema
Jan 3, 20233 min read
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Winnsboro Restaurants with Keto and Carnivore Options
Steak with salt, pepper, and herbs from Stock footage at storyblocks Are you on the Keto diet? Carnivore, ketovore, or the Lion Diet? We...

Tiffany Tillema
Dec 27, 20223 min read
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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!

Tiffany Tillema
Dec 26, 20223 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
Dec 21, 20223 min read
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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...

Tiffany Tillema
Dec 6, 20227 min read
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