“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”
2 Corinthians 5:17
With spring’s arrival, I’m thinking all things gardening! If you have followed our blog for very long, you know that we spend most of our warm evenings in our little haven! We are prepared, and the garden cleanup is finished…we are ready to put down new mulch and get the ball rolling! Although most of what you see here at Everyday Living in the way of gardens is ours, we have also made a few stops by several public gardens that were stunning! I have loved then all, but by far my favorites are the private gardens that are not open to the public…the ones that families enjoy and take care of themselves! We have been fortunate to peek “beyond the gates” in many cities, but one of my favorites is one that I visited last year in my very own city. It is so beautiful, I believe it deserves a second look! The home I will take you to today has a European feel and is set in a heavily wooded area. The long drive leading to the house is covered in a canopy of trees with rhododendron and oak leaf hydrangeas on either side. Grab a cup of coffee or tea and let’s take a peek!
As we entered the gardens in the back of the house, the hydrangeas were in bloom in front of a screened porch.
This area would be perfect for morning coffee while listening to the birds chirping.
These steps led to terraced gardens!
The garden house! Let’s take a peek inside…
…I could move in!!
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Just look at that twig chandy!
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Raised vegetable beds!
A formal parterre!
The dining terrace is the perfect spot for entertaining with its well equipped outdoor kitchen!
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What about you? Do you have garden plans in place? I always love the visits and comments you leave behind!
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Be still my heart – that garden house!
I’m getting a slow start in my garden. March reverted to more typical February weather here, and even though this week ending is supposed to trend warmer again, the garden is very slowly wakening. I’m actually glad, though, as my focus is on what’s going on indoors at the present.
Rita, when you have huge projects inside, it doesn’t give much time for gardening!
Oh my mercy. I so want to come and sit a spell and have a cup of coffee! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Thanks so much, Cindy! Happy Thursday!
Wow. In my heart of hearts, I dream of living in a place like this – with a hired gardener, of course. I’ve accepted the fact that my husband will never be willing to do (or pay for) what’s necessary for a beautiful garden – and a bonus garden house. Ho-hum… I’ll stick with enjoying spaces of others that are perfectly dreamy, like this one. Thanks for sharing – for a moment of dreaming. 🙂
Beautiful gardens add so much to any environment. I had to do a double take when I saw the hydrangeas blooming thinking they were ahead of their time. It won’t be long until they add their special beauty again.
I could move into that pretty garden house as well. It may be a bit crowded with both of us there, but fun 🙂
Amalia
xo
So beautiful! I don’t really garden except for herbs and flowers in pots. Bad dirt. But that works for me. Rick is the gardener and I rely on him for the veggies. With his veggies and my herbs, we make a good team!
Did the garden house have a little bed for guests? It would be the coziest place for a nap! Now I need to focus more on having a pretty garden so I can justify building a garden house!
Pam, what beautiful gardens! Oh how I dream of having my own potting shed. That garden house would be perfect! We cleaned out all of our flower gardens last weekend. Hopefully, in a few weeks we can do some planting. Hope that you are enjoying your day!!!
What beautiful outdoor living spaces you have! Just lovely. 🙂
Pam, I keep telling my heart to be still-this garden is so beautiful; it reminds me of relatives we have in Jackson, Miss. with all the Rhode’s and Azaleas. It is so beautiful! Those Hydrangeas make me wish mine were blooming. I do remember how humid it is in the south and how good for plants the humidity is. Thanks for sharing; going to check out the other Spring posts too.
Hugs, Noreen
Gorgeous, gorgeous!…..Love that garden house…I am chomping at the bit to have a greenhouse/garden house!
If not mistaken, I think you and Butch are planning one! Have a great weekend Pam!!!
Shirley, we are planning a Garden Shed, this one is a dream…I would never leave!
el jardín que nos muestras está perfectamente diseñado en el estilo romántico de los jardines, al menos en Europa, del siglo XIX, con toques de modernidad como es el rincón que tu dices perfecto para un tranquilo desayuno. El diseño está muy elaborado y me encanta. Sin duda de que es obra de un profesional del diseño de jardines.
Siempre nos compartes belleza, gracias amiga Pam.
Dolores
The garden that shows us is perfectly designed in the romantic style of the gardens, at least in Europe, of the nineteenth century, with touches of modernity as it is the corner that you say perfect for a quiet breakfast. The design is very elaborate and I love it. No doubt it is the work of a professional garden design.
We always share beauty, thank you friend Pam.
Dolores
Dolores, este jardín es definitivamente europeo! La casa en sí parece como si debería ser establecido en Francia. ¡Te deseo un fin de semana feliz, amigo mío!
Dolores, this garden is definitely European! The house itself looks as if it should be set in France. Wishing you a Happy Weekend, my friend!
If they need a roommate I am an excellent cook and I will do laundry too if I can enjoy that backyard oasis!
Christine, I could move in the garden house !
This twig chandy! So gorgeous…
Have a nice week 🙂
Thanks so much, Mila…wishing you a wonderful week!
What fun this would be. Sheila
Thanks so much Sheila!
It is a gorgeous garden, and that garden house, oh my! Touring gardens is one of my most favorite things to do. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
I love anything about gardening!
The owners would have had to drag me away kicking and screaming! It’s beautiful, peaceful and very well taken care of. Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story, have a great weekend.
Sandra, I agree! It would be wonderful to have such an amazing place!
Wow!!! This garden is beautiful! I love it all!
Thank you, Angelina! Happy Tuesday!
What a lovely garden, with so many different elements! I so miss the dependency building (aka garden shed) we had when we lived in Williamsburg. Will definitely have another when we build our cottage retirement home. In the meantime, I am very fortunate to be able to enjoy Longwood, Winterthur, Nemoirs, and the other many beautiful gardens so near to our home. Makes me so happy walking through lovely, ever changing gardens. Hope your Easter was nice. Hugs!
Bobbi, how nice to live near so many beautiful gardens. I hope to take a trip to Gibbs Gardens in Georgia which is about 2 1/2 hour drive from home. They had over 20 million daffodils and tulips.
Thanks for sharing that. It’s stunning. I could also just move right in the garden shed and be super happy. Loved it!
Thanks for coming along!
Pam, this is lovely! Like you, I love to visit private gardens. Never disappoints!
I am glad you enjoyed, Sarah!