What was once a piece of land bought as an investment soon became a permanent home. The house was built in 1977 and the gardens were transformed from vision to paper to reality by the owner Christina Beiling and her family. The owner was born in England and has brought English style to life in her gardens. Lilies, daisies and roses are her favorites. Wild birds are encouraged to visit by plantings of berried shrubs throughout.
Fruit trees dapple the hedgerows as evidence of past orchards.
These are joined by newer fruits which provide plenty of canned jams and fresh eating. The gardens are a reflection of the original owner, Dr. James P. Young. The solid stone structure was built in 1816 to house his family and medical practice. It incorporated an apothecary, infirmary and office. The gardens provided produce for the table as well as herbs for culinary and medicinal uses.