Tour of homes offers glimpse of rich traditions, unique decorating

Tour of homes offers glimpse of rich traditions, unique decorating It takes a lot of talent to decorate and accessorize a house to perfection, but that's just what the Share Club was looking for when they organized the Share Club Spring Tour of Homes. Designed to allow best use of space, this house is perfect for entertaining and showcasing the view of the gardens. The Woolsey House, built in 2006, is a new house reminiscent of many Colonial Williamsburg historical homes. Adjacent to the house are a family chapel, a charming covered bridge and three miles of walking/riding trails. The historic Schlosser-Dunlap home, circa 1907, is one that antique lovers won't want to miss. The creative use of lighting, designed by Deborah McAfee, enhances each room, giving it a warm and elegant, though understated, ambiance. The house is surrounded by lush gardens full of blooming plants, and welcomes guests via an alluring front porch. You will feel as if you are stepping into the pages of a magazine in this tastefully decorated home, which offers a nostalgic atmosphere with a twist of traditional elegance. It reflects the refreshing atmosphere that comes from being in a serene, natural setting. It also features a wine cellar, along with wonderful fabrics and period woodwork, along with many other added touches that make it such an interesting and distinctive home. Original to the home is the large outdoor fireplace which now anchors the pool area, including an entertaining alcove which invites guests to sit and take in the peaceful atmosphere. The Fuller-St. Last but certainly not least, a wonderful French Manor home will provide visitors with lots of inspiring decorating ideas. Amy Wood designed the some of the magnificent window treatments in the house, adding texture and color to accent the beautiful wallpapers and Williamsburg colors which adorn the walls. Come and join the tour on Sunday, May 20th,1-5 p. The Garden City home of Randy and Johanna Johnson is a wonderful get-away-type cabin near Mulberry Creek. Tickets are $15. You can hear the cheerful burbling of Mulberry Creek as you step up on the porch. "This is a cozy sort of place," says decorator Amy Wood, who has lent her 'Added Touch' to each of the homes. . Tour of homes offers glimpse of rich traditions, unique decorating Trade News selected by Local Linkup on 14/05/2012