The Farmstead on Woodson Ridge
BY SUSAN MARQUEZ
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nside a rustic barn, nestled in a field of flowers and overlooking a beautiful lake, the bustle of women chopping, mixing and setting oven timers is accented with laughter and a few squeals of delight. The instructor gets everyone’s attention as she explains the next step in the recipe. Tracy Morgan is the instructor of the dinner experience at The Farmstead on Woodson Ridge, located a short ten-minute drive from The Square in Oxford. The elegant-yet-rustic charm of the original working barn is the perfect location for a group to gather and cook. The barn has been completely renovated and features a state-of-the-art catering kitchen. Sandy and Anne Sharpe own the 128-acre property. Their daughter, Kathryn, farms the flowers on the property that are sold in various locations around Oxford, as well as used for floral arrangements and bouquets for the many weddings held on the property. The Sharpes acquired the property in 2005, and in 2011 they opened The Farmstead. There are 15 cottages on the property with the potential for 30 to 35. The innovative cottages offer lockout floorplans to accommodate almost any type of overnight stay. It is ideal for groups, families and
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