George E. Weed house 2008
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Digital photos of the exterior and interior of the Weed farm house taken 20 April 2008. The photo were used in a powerpoint presentation by Dr. James Schmiechen, an architectural historian.
A seven-page pdf titled "The Horist Manor by Weed's Creek, Circa 1845 (Historically known as the Fernwood Resort) An Informal History and Property Description, 2488 Lakeshore Drive, Fennville, Michigan 49408, Updated 7/01"
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Fernwood/Horist Manor by Weed's Creek
This seven-acre site and circa 1845 house was once an inn run by George E. Weed in the 1910s. It is located at 2488 Lakeshore Dr. in Fennville. This property has gone by other names including Fernwood Resort and Horist Manor by Weed's Creek. Property records indicate the building was purchased by the John F. Gilmore Company/Gilmore Scott Trust in 2013. The building underwent a signifiant and thoughtful restoration after the purchase.
Buildings: Homes, cottages and private residencesBuildings: CommercialHistoric Preservation
Winthers, Sally
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Schmiechen, James A.
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Weed, Joshua 1817-1899Weed, George Enoin 1857-1920
08/21/2025
08/21/2025