Situated on Choctawhatchee
Bay, this beautiful southern plantation house was once owned and operated
by the Wesley Family. In it's prime, the family used the bayou inlet
to ship out lumber that was harvested from the local area, however,
after the last of the family members died the house and property were
put on the market. Years later a lady by the name of Lois Maxon found
the property and restored it to its original grandeur. She used this
backdrop to showcase her wonder collection of family heirlooms and
antiques as well as developing the gardens in the estate to add color
and style to the mansion. Afterwards, Miss Maxon donated the property
to the State of Florida to preserve this piece of Florida's history
for future generations. Today a volunteer group called the Friends
of Eden develop and maintain the gardens for visitors from all over
the southeastern region.
In this beautiful
park, your family will have a timeless and classic setting for your
portrait. The session time for Eden is in the morning and then you
will have time afterwards to enjoy a house tour and picnic by the
bay to complete your day. For clothing, I encourage you to wear similar
colors (either all light or dark) and either formal or casual. For
more information please send an email to me below or call (850) 269-2206.
