It was just an average Saturday morning in Alexandria, Virginia… enjoying a tour through historic George Washington’s River Farm. Please join me in admiring these gorgeous Christmas decorations in the historic Estate House.

River Farm is one of George Washington’s five farms. The historic brick mansion was built in 1757, and Washington purchased the land and property in 1760. The Estate House is currently the headquarters of the American Horticulture Society and is a sought-after wedding venue.

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While the home and gardens are exquisite in their own right, the best attribute of the property is the unobstructed view of the Potomac River. Looking out this window in the picture below is a gorgeous view of the river.

I love the simplicity of this swag. All of their Christmas decorations came from the gardens, something I try to replicate in our own home.

This room had a lot of blue accents. The greenery on the mantles are stunning.

The Christmas decor has a quiet elegance to it.

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I can’t even begin to paraphrase and do the history of this home and land justice. So if you are interested in learning more about the slightly bizarre and sorted history of River Farm, you can read all about it HERE.

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Love, hugs, and wishing you a historically happy Christmas.

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8 Comments

Dad on December 14, 2015 at 9:16 am

Both sites are beautiful year round. A must visit to truely appreciate.

Holly on December 14, 2015 at 11:24 am

Awwwww…… thanks Dad! LYB, H.
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Dorene on December 14, 2015 at 11:55 am

I loved Mount Vernon. It is impressive and beautiful. I didn’t know about River Farm mansion. That is now in my to see list the next time I am in Virginia.

Holly on January 30, 2016 at 11:17 am

Hi Dorene – My apologies for the delayed response – I just had 30 comments appear out of nowhere and some were two months old! Thanks so much for stopping by to say hello and I really do appreciate it! Be sure to say hello next time you are in Alexandria! Hugs, Holly
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Linda on December 15, 2015 at 9:01 pm

Not only do I love Mount Vernon, I am a supporter; they are not a government property. I would love to see this home. How beautiful! Thank you! Merry Christmas, Linda

Holly on December 18, 2015 at 9:03 am

Hi Linda – How wonderful that you are a supporter! I love living on the historic land and having Mt. Vernon and River Farm so close! Wishing you and yours a merry and blessed Christmas, and hope to see you again soon. Hugs, Holly
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Virginia on December 18, 2015 at 9:17 am

Beautiful! Thanks for the tour.

Holly on January 30, 2016 at 11:49 am

Hi Virginia – Thank you for taking the time to comment and apologies for your comment getting stuck in the queue (there were 30 that appeared out of nowhere – some over 2 months old yikes!). Hugs, Holly
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