Breathtaking! Beautiful!
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 7/16/10
`Once inside the dramatic entrance hall, guests are met by Mr. Gary, the Queen Anne's most gracious and amiable host and tour guide, who prepares you for an incredible journey! Standing there, one is overcome by the Mansion's grandeur, its elegant interior, elaborate architectural details, and surrounding furnishings...It is a place where time stands still. Its grandeur attests not only to the wealth of its original owners and their display of prosperity, but to the determination of its present owners to lovingly preserve and restore it to its original elegance and beauty. The scale of the Mansion is imposing, sitting atop a high hill overlooking the quaint town of Eureka Springs. It is a masterpiece of architectural detail, richly abundant with defining characteristics capturing the beauty and culture of a lifestyle and time of days gone by...extraordinary tall ceilings, huge pocket doors, intricate woodwork, resplendent stained glass, and a host of many luxurious and decorative touches throughout this majestic home. The Mansion is filled with a vast and unique collection of the finest museum quality pieces of furniture. On display are elaborate Victorian parlor sets by John Henry Belter, J.W. Meeks, and George Henkels. The many bedchambers feature Renaissance Revival half-tester bedroom suites by Mitchell & Rammelsberg and other fine cabinet makers, each bed with exquisitely embellished treatments...one bedroom suite even boasting the 1880's receipt belonging to the original owner, framed and on display.This is just the beginning. There are 3 floors in this beautiful home showcasing many other famous cabinet makers and furnishings including a desk by R.J. Horner, countless oil paintings, abundant and lavish adornments suggestive of the refinement of this time, and with each room more spectacular than the last, all displayed in tasteful beauty. This grand estate is both stunning and opulent in every way, yet warmly inviting. There no words to fully articulate the magnificent beauty and total wonder of this historic treasure. The real treasure is seeing it for oneself. We made the Queen Anne our premier destination. You owe it to yourself to make it yours!! By Nancy and Tom Rose, South Carolina