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Hortense Miller Garden

22511 Allview Terrace, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-0716
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Ranked #12 of 18 attractions in Laguna Beach
Type: Gardens
Fee: No
Owner description: Hortense Miller built her mid-century modern house in 1959 and started to garden in the two acre property the same year. Tours of the garden and house... more » Owner description: Hortense Miller built her mid-century modern house in 1959 and started to garden in the two acre property the same year. Tours of the garden and house must be arranged through the City of Laguna Beach Recreation Dept.. Tours are offered Tuesday through Saturday throughout the year. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2012

GREAT place if mid-century Architecture and furniture is your thing. The gardens are nice also. But, you MUST call much in advance as tours are by appointment only -the ONLY bummer about this place... I really wish they would just open it full-time and let people come spur of the moment. You better check two or more weeks in advance... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

A "must see" for those who appreciate mid-century architecture and furniture. The gardens are beautiful also. Nice place to visit! By appt only -call ahead of time -couple weeks...

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2012

Nestled in the hills above Laguna Beach is the charming home of the late Hortense Miller. If you are into mid-century architecture and/or gardening, be sure to call the Dept. of Recreation in Laguna to schedule a tour. The home, which is lovingly maintained by volunteers, is well worth the stop.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

call ahead to make sure you can experience this garden which is open to the public certain days each year. The other way to enjoy this garden is to volunteer and donate your time and money to preserve a southern California experience of the past. Access is up Boat Canyon, and when the Garden is open, there is often a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2011

One of those rare properties that perfectly captures the wit and creativity of a true original, The Hortense Miller Residence and Botanical Gardens are the perfect example of Southern Californian indoor/outdoor living. The timeless quality of the clean architectural lines are juxtaposed with beautiful plant specimens and intimate gardens in such a way that each visitor finds inspiration for expressing... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2009

Attention Gardeners I went to these amazing gardens nearly 13 years ago and loved the experience. The owner, Hortense Miller, is quite a sage and has a story about all the differing plants, shrubs and trees on her property. At that time, she was 90 years+ Then, about six years ago, I returned at her invitation (from the first visit)... More

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