A 1830s Lexington home retains its 19th century character
The home, called White Oak Plantation, was built in the early 1900s. It is located in Lexington. (Photo/Emma Bennett)
In deMarrais’s parlor, a faux-granite paint finish is visible on the tabletop decorated with flowers. This pop of vermillion flora and a Victorian armchair cast warmth into the blue room on Oct. 4, 2022. (Photo/Sarah Donehoo)
By Sarah Donehoo and Emma Bennett
Kathleen deMarrais steps onto her front porch and motions toward a stone path leading to the door that’s slightly overtaken by grass. While doing upkeep on one o…
