A LUXURY HISTORICAL VACATION RENTAL
Discover Texas's Elite Historical Mansion Vacation Rental: Where Timeless Elegance Meets Unforgettable Adventures!
Nestled on 14 private acres of serene countryside, our historic 8,000-square-foot mansion—built in 1882—serves as an enchanting historical wedding venue alternative, offering a luxury vacation rental escape that sleeps up to 30 guests for stays infused with the romance of bygone eras. Perfect for wedding parties, large families, or intimate corporate retreats, we enhance your getaway with exclusive event packages and customized celebrations for gatherings of up to 75 guests over 12 magical hours, evoking the grandeur of Texas's premier historic wedding venues. Uncover why couples seeking a historic wedding venue in Texas select our wedding rental home as a secluded treasure—merging the warmth of a private estate with opulent 19th-century architecture, complete with the ease of a vacation rental featuring wedding add-ons on expansive private acres. Reserve your intimate elopement, rehearsal dinner, or cherished milestone in this restored historical mansion for small weddings up to 75 guests now and weave enduring legacies amid authentic Texas history.
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The Braun Manor in charming Denison, Texas—a breathtaking 1882 masterpiece sprawling across 8,000 square feet of pure enchantment! Sleep up to 30 beautiful souls in this opulent haven, complete with a sparkling private pool for sun-soaked splashes, a serene catch-and-release pond for peaceful angling escapes, and a grand ballroom that pulses with the magic of yesteryear. Whether you're assembling for a dream wedding in a Texas historical mansion, hosting epic family reunions, or curating the ultimate corporate retreat, The Braun Manor provides endless thrills and effortless sophistication on its 14 private acres, standing out as a top choice for historical wedding venue seekers.
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THE HISTORIC BRAUN MANOR - 1882
George Braun was born in Berlin, Germany, on September 9, 1835. He came to the United States at an early age and lived in St. before coming to Denison at the age of 44 in 1879. In St. Louis, George was employed with the Anheuser Busch Brewing, a successor of Mr. W.W. Salisbury. (The Denison Daily News, September 9, 1879, pg.4)
In Denison, he was appointed agent for the company, which at the time controlled nearly all beer sales in the city. Here he established the Depot Saloon near the MK&T. In addition to the saloon enterprise, he also established the Northern Lake Ice Company. There, he sold northern ice at an ice house in Denison. This led to selling fish, oysters, celery, and other rare foods practically unobtainable on the sun-blistered Texas prairie.
The Sunday Gazetteer
Sunday, June 11, 1893
"Sunday, June 4, 1893 - Mr. George Braun's new residence, corner of Austin Avenue and Moton street, is assuming an imposing appearance. When finished, it will be one of the prettiest homes in Denison."
George Braun constructed his home on the southwest corner of Austin Avenue & Morton Street between 1882 and 1883. Braun brought in carpenters from his native Germany to build the house and a Bavarian woodcarver to create the ornate fireplaces and woodwork that grace the interior. The house was completed in the fall of 1883. Mr. and Mrs. Braun entertained a few friends at their elegant residence on Thursday evening, November 1883, to celebrate the completion. The home remained at the corner of Austin Avenue & Morton Street for 108 years.
George Braun's contributions to the growth of Denison ended with his death on November 17, 1903. After his death, George Braun's wife Minna was the sole estate recipient. She lived in the house until 1919, at which time it was sold to Charles J. Harrison. Joseph G. Cain bought the house from C.J. Harrison in 1923 and lived there until 1952. Mr. Cain sold the house to his son-in-law Bryan Steen.
Joe Pollaro purchased the house in 1974 in need of restoration. Today, the house exhibits exquisite Victorian detail, from massive carved pocket doors to heavily carved fireplaces. The house was moved from the southwest corner of Austin Avenue & Morton Street to a sprawling 13 - acre hillside site in 2000 to the north of Munson Park, located in Denison, TX. The tiered front lawn is lush with multiple gardens - 2 long, win rock bed streams, seven waterfalls, a beachfront pool, and a tranquil pond. The yard is an entertaining paradise with tiered Victorian decking overlooking the pond and pool, a separate columned gazebo, and thick Wisteria roofing.
The Braun Manor is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.