This may be the last War of 1812 at this site, so I’m extremely glad I went. Again, I participated as Ox Bow Tavern family staff. We served two meals during the day and drinks Sat night. Dinner Saturday evening was provided for us by Rob Stone and it was wonderful to not have to cook for a third time that day. 🙂 His staff did an amazing job!
During the day, I had the opportunity to tour Villa Louis, which I had never been to before. I love late Victorian homes and it was wonderful to walk through this house (even if I was in Regency clothing).
First, some pictures of tavern life, and then the Villa.
Salmagundi for Saturday midday meal
Crayfish and smoke chicken for salmagundy
Syllabub station
Ladies of the Ox Bow…
The new mulling cone for flips!
And now Villa Louis! Pictures were prohibited inside, but I hope mine will inspire people to visit the site! The inside of the house was stunning. Everything is picture perfect and when I stepped into the servants’ quarters, I felt like I would see Carson or Mrs. Hughes around the corner at any moment (even if Downton Abbey is set 1912 onward).
Pretty little ice house!
Beautiful brickwork
Front walkway
Wee Needle 
I was so bummed that my husband had to work overtime so we weren’t able to day trip! Looks gorgeous!
It was a lovely time and my dress alterations got finished in time and now I was not tripping over the front of my dress.