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If you’re a sucker for romance, the great outdoors and a laid back atmosphere, then I have just the place for you! Head south to Adairsville, Georgia and visit the Barnsley Resort. This property begins with a love story and I have to include the Timeline of this estate so you can appreciate your visit to this magnificent area.
Timeline
1824
Godfrey Barnsley comes to America from Liverpool, England. He becomes one of the 10 most affluent men in the South through the shipping business and cotton trade.
1828
Barnsley weds Julia Scarborough of Savannah.
1840s
Barnsley purchases some 4,000 acres of Northwest Georgia land to build Julia a grand mansion.
1845
Sadly, Julia, mother of six, dies of a lung ailment and Barnsley ceases construction of the estate.
1846
Barnsley returns to the estate. While there, he dreams of Julia visiting him in the formal garden. In the dream, she instructs him to finish the estate for their children and future generations.
1848
The estate and gardens of Woodlands are eventually completed, with gardens modeled after the architectural designs of Andrew Jackson Downing, and a luxurious manor house featuring modern plumbing, marble from Italy and France, and furnishings from around the world.
1861-1865
The Civil War rages. Situated directly in the path of Sherman's advance, the estate witnesses a battle on May 18, 1864 and suffers irreparably during occupation of troops commanded by U.S. Gen. James McPherson.
1906
A tornado damages the home, tearing away the roof.
1906-1942
Descendants of Godfrey and Julia occupy the estate until it is auctioned in 1942. The gardens and manor house fall into disrepair.
1988
Prince Hubertus Fugger of Bavaria purchases the estate, reviving and expanding the Historic Gardens so that more than 200 varieties of roses thrive. The remains of the Manor House Ruins are restored.
1991
Barnsley Gardens opens to the public as a historical gardens and museum.
Today
Barnsley Resort is a new kind of resort destination, with luxurious cottages, world-class amenities, attentive service and serenity.
So, if that’s not enough to get you interested, then stop reading and stay home. No wait, you can’t, because there is so much more to tell you. If your significant other is not very romantic – perhaps I can help you persuade him. In addition to the beautiful grounds, here are some other activities at the Resort. There are 2 clay tennis courts, fishing (poles are complimentary), Horseback riding in wooded trails, Kayaking. Frisbee golf, Paintball, Hunting, Fly Fishing and a Fazio Par-72, 7,350 yards Golf course.
There are also hiking and biking trails, museum and garden tours, shops, a Spa, Fitness Center and several dining options.
You can select to stay in the guest rooms, suites or cottages, and if you have a special occasion to commemorate, ask for assistance from the resident Fairy Godmother – she even has her own wand!
Still not enough?
How about bringing along the family dog(s)? There is no charge for pets, however, they ask for a $75 donation, which is given to PAWS and there is no limit on weight or number of dogs. There is an enclosed area for them to run and enjoy their visit.
There is also a pool – seasonal from May-September, free parking and free WiFi, In the lobby, coffee is served in the morning, tea in the afternoon and s’mores in the evening.
So, pack you bags and head to the Barnsley Resort – there is something wonderful awaiting.
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October 31, 2022
