Westbury Gardens -Part I

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What a phenomenal place- this is the back of the home. Homes in this area always more gorgeous in the back as they are overlooking water or gardens.

However, I felt the front of the home equally lovely.

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Haven’t been here in 40 years, and the universe gave me another perfect day for this visit. Was so thankful!

Where do we start with this visit? I believe a little bio on the family is appropriate.

The Entrance

The Phipps Union was a happy one with 4 children, 3 boys, 1 girl. They were married over 50 years and even slept in the same bedroom!

Dining Room

Marjorie was a Brit, the child of a shipping magnet, and he an American who inherited 40 million from the Carnegie steel sale.

Not a bad way to start a marriage..

All chandeliers were Waterford
Bedroom
Quite a loo
They were avid dog 🐶 lovers, philanthropists, horse breeders, and racers. They owned polo grounds, tennis courts, swimming pools, and remain one of the 50th wealthiest families in America 🇺🇸.
Rooms were beautiful and comfortable
The windows led to a balcony sitting area

During WWII Marjorie housed 30 of her nieces and nephews from the EU in the home.

And in each room there was a flower 🌼 arrangement from the gardens.

And we’ll end our tour with a closer look at one of the many splendid chandeliers.

Need I say this is a must see and wait till you see the gardens..

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