Some are antique and some are more contemporary pieces. A collection of English pond-racing boats is on display in the sun room. A brick-walled garden, originally designed by Richmond landscape architect Charles Gillette, is nearby. Plantings have been revised by master gardener Judy Fulk and feature David Austin roses, tree peonies, hellebores, tulips and many other spring bulbs. An oval garden at the entrance to the house, designed in 1992 by Gloucester horticultural designer, George McLellan, provides bloom for all seasons.
Expansive lawns lead to the restored tennis court and gazebo.
Light refreshments will be served 3-5 p.m. poolside, weather permitting. The setting at the bend of the North River on a creek with gigantic old trees, makes this one of the grandest places in Tidewater. Grounds, gardens and pavilions only will be open. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Glasel, owners. A massive, white frame Colonial Revival home, on an expansive site on the banks of the Ware River with views to the Mobjack Bay.