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    Hills & Dales Estate

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    #1 of 15 things to do in LaGrange
    Historic Sites, Gardens, Sights & Landmarks, Nature & Parks
    1916 Hills and Dales Dr, LaGrange, GA 30240-2958
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    “Not to be missed.”

    We went here because of TripAdvisor reviews. It is a fabulous house to visit. No roped off areas... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
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    “Amazing Gardens, White-washed History, Impressive 100+ Mansion”

    The amazing gardens on this estate were designed in the 19840s by a wealthy slave owner named Sarah... read more

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
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    Hills & Dales Estate is the historic home and garden of textile magnate Fuller E. Callaway. Located in LaGrange, Georgia. The centerpiece of the estate is a beautiful Georgian-Italian style home built in 1916. Designed by the noted architectural firm of Hentz & Reid it is one of the finest homes built toward the end of the country house era. The home was occupied by two generations of the Callaway family and contains all of the families' original furnishings. Formal gardens surrounding the home and were created by the original owner of the property, Sarah Coleman Ferrell prior to the Civil War. Within the gardens visitors will see many of Sarah's religiously inspired planting including a large planting of the word "God" and her personal motto "God is Love." The extensive formal boxwood garden also feature an herb garden, greenhouse, fountains and garden sculpture. The 35-acre estate, complemented by a Visitor Center containing family artifacts and displays, opened to the public in 2004. In May of 2010 twenty additional rooms on the second and third floor of the home opened for tours.

    About Hills & Dales Estate

    Hills & Dales Estate is the historic home and garden of textile magnate Fuller E. Callaway. Located in LaGrange, Georgia. The centerpiece of the estate is a beautiful Georgian-Italian style home built in 1916. Designed by the noted architectural firm of Hentz & Reid it is one of the finest homes built toward the end of the country house era. The home was occupied by two generations of the Callaway family and contains all of the families' original furnishings. Formal gardens surrounding the home and were created by the original owner of the property, Sarah Coleman Ferrell prior to the Civil War. Within the gardens visitors will see many of Sarah's religiously inspired planting including a large planting of the word "God" and her personal motto "God is Love." The extensive formal boxwood garden also feature an herb garden, greenhouse, fountains and garden sculpture. The 35-acre estate, complemented by a Visitor Center containing family artifacts and displays, opened to the public in 2004. In May of 2010 twenty additional rooms on the second and third floor of the home opened for tours.
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    1916 Hills and Dales Dr, LaGrange, GA 30240-2958
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    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Not to be missed.

    We went here because of TripAdvisor reviews. It is a fabulous house to visit. No roped off areas and everything was left as is when the last owner departed. There are 3 floors and quite a few steps but worth the walk. You have a...More

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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Amazing Gardens, White-washed History, Impressive 100+ Mansion

    The amazing gardens on this estate were designed in the 19840s by a wealthy slave owner named Sarah Ferrell. Unfortunately, in describing the history of the property, the current owners prefer to white-washed the fact that its huge gardens were planted and maintained by enslaved...More

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    Reviewed May 14, 2018
    Mother's Day Walk Through Hills & Dales Estate

    My husband and I visited the gardens of Hills & Dales Estate on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13. He had done all the research and I don't think he even knew how wonderful it would be. Truly the website doesn't do it justice. The gardens...More

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    Reviewed April 22, 2018
    Wonderful gardens and home

    After noting Hills and Dales Estate on a list of public gardens in the area, we opted to check it out on a sunny Saturday. This place seems to do less advertising than other similar venues, as we had never heard of it before. Once...More

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    Reviewed April 15, 2018
    Very Impressive..... gentile Southern history.

    A stunning Georgian-Italian mansion, filled with history & elegance. The gardens & grounds are enough to make most Master Gardeners green with envy! The docent, of our tour (Clairinelle) was charming, knowledgeable, and truly enjoyed sharing the Callaway family history with her visitors. If you...More

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    Reviewed April 11, 2018 via mobile
    Fabulous Place!

    We went here after searching on line for a garden to go visit. I had no idea this jewel was in our state! It was an incredible house and the gardens are beautiful! Joyce was our tour guide and she was not only informative but...More

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    Reviewed April 9, 2018
    Well Worth a Visit

    We visited Hills and Dales a week ago and are very glad we did. Our Docent, Beth, provided an informative and thorough tour but it was her enthusiasm and love for the property and the family that brought Hills and Dales to life. She gave...More

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    Reviewed March 14, 2018
    Fantastic Home

    We loved this place!!! We toured the massive gardens and enjoyed the beautiful flowers. Our docent, Beth, was very thorough in her tour of the house. It's full of history of the Callaway Family. Beautiful restorations and original pieces throughout.

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    Reviewed February 4, 2018
    Christmas

    Took the grandson to the Christmas event. Outstanding! If you love history and nature this is the place. The Callaways were true visionaries and humanitarians as well as lovers of the land.

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    Reviewed January 28, 2018 via mobile
    Amazing Place!

    Our group thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Hills & Dales Estate. It is beyond fabulous! Beautiful gardens and mansion! I would have given the overall experience a five, but the older man that was our tour guide was more like a security guard than a...More

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    May 8, 2018|
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    Response from Carley M | Reviewed this property |
    The visitor center is beautiful and has la lovely patio/balcony area and room for rental.
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    July 24, 2017|
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    Response from Norma W | Reviewed this property |
    Your question did NOT go to Hills & Dales. Their hours March-June are Mon-Sat,10-6, Sun 1-6; Jul-Feb, Tues-Sat 10-5. Closed on New Year’s Day, Easter, July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas. Info is on their... More
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    July 15, 2017|
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    Response from Kathy S | Reviewed this property |
    Our tour took about an hour 15 minutes or so. Part of this tour is self guided, the garden portion. So you can adjust depending on your schedule. It was 15 dollars for admission.
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