Milfleur – Pleasanton: Historic Barn Converted to Home and Garden Shop

Just off Pleasanton's Main Street is an old barn that, but for its historical legacy, would be long gone. And now it is the resting place of Milfleur, a delightful home and garden shop specializing in silk floral wreaths and wind chimes.

The barn is the oldest surviving structure in Pleasanton, dating back to 1852. It's that charming exterior stucco with bricks peaking through that makes you think modern buildings try dismally to replicate. Inside the building with its old vaulted ceilings is a treasure trove of gifts, jewelry and wreaths.

Terri Carlson is a long-time floral designer and owns the shop at 200 Ray Street. In her custom wreaths, which adorn many Pleasanton front doors, are roses, peonies, hydrageas, tulips and berries.

"Even in these economic times, people still want a wreath on their door," Terri said. Her custom wreaths range in price from $85 to $200.

Milfleur
200 Ray Street
Pleasanton, CA 94566

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