Christmas Home Tour 2014

Byljanning@dukemanorfarm.com
Surprise! It’s me….and my donkey Oreo.

Duke Manor Farm is stop 22 on Jennifer Rizzo’s  2014 Holiday House walk.

Christmas Home Tour 2014

I know you came here looking for a home tour, but instead you are greeted by the most festive looking donkey you will ever see! Oreo and I are both so happy that you are here for the tour.  If you are stopping by from the DIY Showoff, I think you can agree that Roeshel is the sweetest DIY’er  ever, and it’s always a treat to visit her beautiful home!

If you are new to Duke Manor Farm, I am Laura. A city girl turned country gal. I live on a dirt road in a small town (population 501) in North East Georgia on a farm that my husband and I built 12 years ago. Along with the donkeys, dogs, chickens and cats that we picked up along the way, we have 3 kids. Needless to say, life around here is very active, fun and full of life.

So come on in and enjoy my Christmas Home Tour 2014.

Christmas Home Tour 2014

kitchen

 

breakfast room

  our family room which is next to the breakfast room is currently undergoing a huge makeover, so I had to be creative on the shots in this room….like trying to hide a big sheet of plastic in the door way behind the chair  

dining room

Entryway and Living Room

master bedroom

the small trees and garland that you see in some of the rooms are new this year from Balsam Hill. All other decorations and things that I used throughout the tour, I have had and accumulated 
through the years.

my office 
   

 den

 

My Snowman Tree. I have been collecting snowmen since what seems like birth. 

I will be sharing more of my holiday home throughout the month so come on back…… Oreo and I  will be waiting for you!
To see more of my holiday decor and projects including last years home tour click here.

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You are in for a real treat at the next stop on the tour, East Coast Creative. 
To start at the beginning of the tour go here.

 

Happy Holidays!
 
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grateful 
for the reason we celebrate this season
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

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61 Comments

  5. Sorry if this is a double comment….

    Everything is so cheerful and perfectly Christmas! And the light in your home is fantastic. I love every detail as always sweet lady!

  13. Girl-FREEND … you've outdone yourself! Your holiday home is absolutely stunning, whimsical and beyond festive!! I love the light pouring in … gorgeous photos. Your office looks phenomenal, and the crisp splashes of red are perfect. Santa is certain to linger in your house for a long time … wish I could, too!

  15. I enjoyed taking the tour of your home dressed for the holidays! Oreo is a cutie all decked out too. I bet your kids love having so many Christmas trees in the house too.

  17. Laura!! Everything is amazing!!! Your photos are incredible and I seriously laughed out loud being greeted by the donkey! Totally made me think of that old Christmas song 'Dominic the Donkey'. LOL! Love all of your beautiful details and just how it oozes warmth and joy. Well done friend!!
    Vanessa

  19. Every thing looks so festive and fun Laura! I do love the snowman tree!! Can't wait to see the rest of the renovations!! Merry Christmas friend ~Sonya

  21. Laura, I love the simplicity & elegance of your décor. Thank you for all the inspiration. Merry Christmas!

  30. Lovely and so festive. I adore the wicker chairs you have scattered around your house. Do you mind providing a source?

    Rosa

  31. Oreo is adorable! Laura,you are one classy lady. Your house is beautiful and the Christmas decor is so elegant. I got such a kick from the naughty and nice signs in the kitchen, too!

  35. What FUN to find you on the Jen Rizzo tour! Your home looks amazing and I loved each and every picture. Love it all, Laura! I hope you get to relax a little this December and enjoy your beautiful home and family. Take care my sweet friend! 🙂

  37. I'd be happy to spend the holidays in your home – so great. I'm collecting rustic, star ornaments for my tree. Do you remember where you found the stars on your tree?

  41. Well since I left a comment about Oreo on Ms. Thistle's blog, I won't leave one here. I will just say your house and your donkey are both wonderful.

  43. Your home tour is simply stunning Laura! I've scheduled over 6 pins because I just love it so much, the color combinations, and the simple decor. Beautiful!

  44. Loved your home tour–and being greeted by Oreo. There is a home north of us which has lots of donkeys. We always look for them as we pass as they are not always near the fence by the road. I often think of you and your Oreo and the chicken who likes a free ride.
    I too have decorated my home – take a look some time.
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  45. A practical romantic (oxymoron!) lives here! I enjoyed the tour….Love the rockinghorse – and the snowmen (and women?) collection! (I just got a Channukah card with a snowman holding a channukiah – interesting!) I have an angel collection (130 and counting…so I have an all angel tree… thinking to donate it for auction to charity when I hit 250 (I'm a bit picky about the angels. Not too big – beautiful, cute and original – but not too kitchy..well it's all in the mind. Curious to know what the rest of the inspiration board in the bedroom says…."I hope you fe…."
    Merry Christmas and Happy 2015.

  46. Laura,

    Such a great job on all your trees! Loved that they were all so different. Great office. Loved the blue office. How fabulous! Enjoyed the whole house. Thanks much for your small tree and other Balsam Hill foliage.

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