Fodor's Expert Review Nemours Mansion and Gardens
For a look at how the very wealthy lived in the early 20th century, visit Nemours Mansion and Gardens, a 300-acre, 47,000-square-foot country estate built for Alfred I. du Pont in 1910 by noted architectural firm Carrère and Hastings, who added the latest in technology. This modified Louis XVI château showcases more than 30 (of 77 in all) rooms of European and American furnishings, rare rugs, tapestries, and art dating to the 15th century. Despite its splendor, the mansion feels homey and personal. There are tours of certain rooms (first come, first served), but it's fun to explore on your own and ask the excellent staff questions. The formal French-style gardens, reminiscent of those at Versailles, are landscaped with fountains, pools, and statuary. Vintage cars are on display in the Chauffeur's Garage. The visitor center has an excellent film and exhibits about the house and Alfred I. du Pont (and his three wives).
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For a look at how the very wealthy lived in the early 20th century, visit Nemours Mansion and Gardens, a 300-acre, 47,000-square-foot country estate built for Alfred I. du Pont in 1910 by noted architectural firm Carrère and Hastings, who added the latest in technology. This modified Louis XVI château showcases more than 30 (of 77 in all) rooms of European and American furnishings, rare rugs, tapestries, and art dating to the 15th century. Despite its splendor, the mansion feels homey and personal. There are tours of certain rooms (first come, first served), but it's fun to explore on your own and ask the excellent staff questions. The formal French-style gardens, reminiscent of those at Versailles, are landscaped with fountains, pools, and statuary. Vintage cars are on display in the Chauffeur's Garage. The visitor center has an excellent film and exhibits about the house and Alfred I. du Pont (and his three wives).
There is no food on site.
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