Most People Have No Idea There's A Fairy Garden Hiding Near Philadelphia And It's Magical
By Kim Magaraci|Published January 21, 2018
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Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: kmagaraci@onlyinyourstate.com
When you’re looking for a way to pass a warm spring day, look no further than Winterthur. This stunning estate is home to a 175 room mansion, 1,000 acres of gorgeous landscaping, and a majestic fairy garden in their Enchanted Woods.
You may have heard of Winterthur, an elegant DuPont estate and garden nestled right over the border in Greenville, Delaware.
Legend has it that the children who once lived on this DuPont estate created a magical fairy world in their imagination. They passed their summers playing in these woods, and when the estate was converted into a museum, it took just a little bit of fairy magic to make their imaginary world come to life.
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Wandering through the trails of the woods will take you to all sorts of magical place.
If you trespass into their mushroom circle, a fine mist will rise from the ground and you'll be whisked away to fairy land!
Beyond the Enchanted Woods, you'll find 1,000 acres of perfectly planned landscape architecture. Be sure to take the free guided tour while you're here.
You'll learn about the enormous mansion, the legendary Japanese Maple tree, and more signature landmarks of this impressive estate. The legacy of Henry Francis DuPont ensures that all of Winterthur will be preserved for generations to come.
This interactive map of the Enchanted Woods will show you all that the magical section of Winterthur has to offer. Visit the Winterthur Enchanted Woods website to check their hours and plan your visit. You’ll find this stunning estate at 5105 Kennett Pike (Route 52), Wilmington, DE 19807.
