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Patchwork Plantation

A country retreat with New Orleans flair
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Rebecca Vizard positioned her home on the land to avoid cutting down centuries-old live oaks.

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The great room’s cypress walls were painted red and given an ochre glaze.

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The Vizards with their dog, Lucille.

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A walk-through armoire connects the master bedroom with the master bath.

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Inside the playhouse.

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The “Beer-de-lier” made of recycled bottle caps.

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Rebecca tracked down World War II-era bunk beds for the playhouse.

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The original 1947 stove was restored and is still in use.

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A view of Lake Bruin from the main house.

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The entrance to the playhouse, a favorite hangout for the Vizard’s adult children.

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