Gunston Hall

Gunston Hall

Lorton, VA

George Mason's 1755 Potomac plantation is less visited than Mount Vernon but arguably more elegant - the boxwood allee leading to the river is one of colonial America's finest garden settings.

Photography Guide

Best Time
midday
Crowds
Quiet
Shot Types
architecturegardenwide
Best Seasons
springfall
Practical Tips
The boxwood allee toward the river is extraordinary - 250-year-old shrubs form a tunnel. Early morning light on the riverfront side is beautiful. Admission required.

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