Circle G Ranch

[ayda]

Here are a few pictures of Circle G Ranch.I had no idea where to post them.The cross was put there by the original owner when his child drowned in the pond,and knowing Elvis he left it there.The little bridge over the lake was built after Elvis moved in.The BBQ Pitt was also built by Elvis.I am kind of surprised at how small the house is.It looks ok for two people or three,but we know that Elvis used to bring his father and the guys too.

[Tommy]

ayda,

Thank you for all these wonderful photo of Elvis' ranch. I know Elvis brought everybody trailers to live in.

Thank you

Tommy

[Leroy]

It looks like a very cozy house to me. I would love to live there although it needs some maintenance judging the pictures. That road on the first picture is that on the property or is that a public road?

[ayda]

Hey

Good observation.i never notice that.It looks like a public road.Perhaps the house is located by the road.No idea honey.Maybe someone knows more about the Circle G Ranch.

right bellow are more pictures of the kitchen and bedroom.

TCB
Alyda

[Tommy]

ayda,

Thank you for the extra photos of the inside! Like your avator today.

Tommy

[Lonniebealestreet]

Excellent photos! I did not know about the house, nor did I know the cross and bridge were still standing. How recent are these pics? Thanks for posting, ayda.

About 12 years ago, my wife (girlfriend at the time) and friend went out in search of the Circle G--to find Priscilla's ring, of course--from Memphis, based on some directions we were given. Well, we went too far because we ended up in long lines of traffic to the Tunica casinos!

[Erik van den Berg]

This is the same bridge during the Time Elvis had Circle G.

[joanne]

Beautiful pictures Ayda, thankyou.

[Leroy]

I'm very surprised to see it's a public road. That means Elvis had a little or no privacy at all over there. Pretty scary.

[joanne]

Its hard to believe that Graceland is on a public road.

[Tommy]

I wonder if that road was there back when Elvis owned the ranch?

Tommy

[TheQueen35]

I am not sure if the road was there back then but in Cillas book and others they have stated they built a fifteen foot high wall around some areas of the ranch but the comfort did not last for long.

[bossman]

I visited the Ranch in 2002, and yes it is right on a main road, you would never have thought it, but there would have been very little security back in 1967.

The Ranch at the time was run as a florists, selling roses!

The white cross had been removed at this time.

I dont know how old these photographs are, it may have been replaced.

Hope this helps answer a few questions.

TCB!

[bossman]

I visited the Ranch in 2002, and yes it is right on a main road, you would never have thought it, but there would have been very little security back in 1967

When I visited the Ranch it was being run as a florists, selling red roses from Elvis' Honeymoon Ranch!

The white cross had been removed at this time.

I dont know how old these photographs are, it may have been replaced.

Hope this helps answer a few questions.

TCB!

[joanne]

Is it going to be open to the public?

[THENATUREBOY]

Thanks for the pics everyone. Ive never saw pictures of Circle G, and was always curious about what it looked like. Im kinda shocked at the size and lack of privacy.

[ayda]

August 16, 2002 (Source : Donna Presley)






Press Release
CIRCLE G RESORT: HOME OF THE ELVIS PRESLEY RANCH CELEBRATES CEREMONIAL
GROUNDBREAKING EVENT.





Donna Presley, Elvis' first cousin and The Legendary Jordanaires, his long time backup vocal group headlining festivities.

August 15, 2002 - Memphis TN - CGR LLC, developers of the $600 millions, 808-acre family resort destination marked the beginning of the development with a kick-off celebration on the ranch once owned by Elvis Presley.

Donna Presley served as host to over 300 VIP's and the legendary Jordanaires honored guests with a performance to celebrate Elvis' legacy on the 25th anniversary of his death. VIP's in attendance included nearby hotel and casino presidents and local and state officials. Developers were onhand to unveil resort project details and renderings for fans and international media for a standing room only audience.

Donna Presley, Elvis' first cousin and Vice President of Resort Relations is also the official ranch spokesperson. During the presentation Ms. Presley said, "The Circle G Resort, Home of the Elvis Presley Ranch holds many fond memories for me as it was my home at the same time that Elvis and Priscilla lived there. This project will be a breath of fresh air for Elvis fans and a highly sought after tourist destination for all ages." The resort promises to offer many ammenities including two world-class golf courses, five star hotel accomodations and an elaborate retail, restaurant and entertainment complex. And in classic Presley style the resort would not be complete without a state of the art concert theater.

This also marks the official launch of the Circle G Resort: Home of the Elvis Presley Ranch website. The initial site will feature conceptual resort plans and will be updates frequently with new developments.

For more information please contact Ginger Morris, Titan Communications at 404-731-3597

Donna Presley
Donna Presley Early Productions, LTD
http://www.donnapresleyearly.com



Donna Presley Page





Donna along with JD Stacy with Media on Circle G Ranch former Elvis Presley Ranch




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(updated - August 18, 2002)





from left : "The Circle G Resort" - Plan Project
and former "Elvis Presley Ranch"




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Groundbreaking at Elvis ranch offers entertainment, few details
'Absolutely, it's going to happen'
By William C. Bayne, The Commercial Appeal - August 16, 2002

The ceremonial groundbreak ing for the Circle G Ranch Resort on Thursday offered hope, entertainment and a meal in an air-conditioned tent.

But it offered no more details about the proposed golf and entertainment resort.

The developers, Circle G Ranch LLC, haven't chosen a golf course architect for the resort's two planned courses, nor have they chosen an architect to design a master plan, said spokesman Ginger Morris.

"We want everything to be perfect," she said. "Things like this just take time."

One detail did come out: The cost of the project on 808 acres near Goodman and Miss. 301 is now $600 million instead of the $500 million stated previously, said Jackie Rosen, another spokesman for the developers.

There was no indication Thursday when the group might file a final site plan or seek building permits.

But the Circle G Ranch partnership's president, Paul D'Ag nese, was enthusiastic nonetheless.

"This is the most exciting project I've ever been associated with," he said.

A crowd of more than 200 people gathered in a tent on the property that was owned by Elvis 1967-70 for a ceremony that included a performance by the Jordanaires, a gospel group that sang with the King.

"We certainly hope this is successful, because we don't want to be associated with failure," said Ray Walker, a member of the famed quartet.

Donna Presley, one of Elvis's cousins, served as mistress of ceremonies. She lived at the ranch 1967-70 before moving to the grounds of Graceland in Memphis.

"When he felt like he wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, he'd come here," she said. "Here it was peaceful, a serene time for family and friends."

Almost all of the ranch property will be annexed by Horn Lake at midnight Sunday, and the city's mayor, Mike Thomas, provided another enthusiastic endorsement of the project.

"Horn Lake is ready to show the world what Southern hospitality is all about," he said.

Thomas invited everyone to return for the formal ribbon-cutting when the resort opens, possibly in a little more than two years, he said.

Developers have met with city officials, Rosen said, but she didn't know when plans would be submitted.

DeSoto County Supervisor Gerald Clifton said he has wondered for 25 years when someone would develop the property, calling it a "hidden jewel."

"It'll be the greatest thing that ever hit the state of Mississippi," he said.

Also present was Ray Childress, vice president of W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Co., the firm hired to manage construction, who said he's often asked if the development is really going to happen.

He had a quick answer.

"These guys have a vision," he said. "Absolutely, it's going to happen."

[ayda]

Excellent photos! I did not know about the house, nor did I know the cross and bridge were still standing. How recent are these pics? Thanks for posting, ayda.

About 12 years ago, my wife (girlfriend at the time) and friend went out in search of the Circle G--to find Priscilla's ring, of course--from Memphis, based on some directions we were given. Well, we went too far because we ended up in long lines of traffic to the Tunica casinos!

This pictures were taken sometime in 2001.As far as the resort being built,I am not sue it happend.I am doing some research to see what happend,but I got nothing so far.If anyone knows what happend,please let me know.Sorry that I don't have the full story on Circle G.

TCB
Alyda

[ELVIS2001NET]

i took the photo's in 1999. i am glad you like them. i have many more where these came from.
joe k
www.elvis2001.net

[Diane]

Thanks for these great photos Ayda. I've never seen the inside of the house.

Elvis2001net would you be willing to post more picture of this place if you have anything different? I'm sure we would all enjoy seeing them

Diane