You are invited to a Business After Hours and Open House at the Chelsea House Victorian Inn on Friday, April 15 from 4-7 p.m.
If you’ve never been inside this bed and breakfast at 118 East Middle St., you’re in for a treat.
Meet the new innkeepers Andy Koha and Nancy Book and enjoy some light hors d’oeuvres.
RSVP by calling the chamber at 475-1145.
About Chelsea House Victorian Inn
The inn was converted from an apartment building in 1994 to its present use as a Bed and Breakfast. It was originally built in 1881 for James Gorman, a lawyer and tobacconist who later became a state representative and finally state senator. The restoration process included the removal of many temporary walls, mini kitchens and the stripping of layers of wallpaper, paint, and vinyl flooring.
Much of the original woodwork survived all of the transitions the house experienced since 1881, but was abused and therefore it was all stripped and refinished.
Much of the restoration was done by former owner Jim Myles, previously a licensed builder and restoration contractor. He refinished much of the intricate interior and exterior detailing, door casings, fanwork, etching, and scrolling, all characteristics of the Queen Anne Victorian style home of the late 1800’s. The two-story open banister in the front foyer is of an East Lake style.
It is the love for these unique homes and their great testament to the artisans of the past that make the Chelsea House Victorian Inn such a special experience.
In a time when historic structures and picturesque downtowns are slowly disappearing, your interest and concern for these architectural gems provides the opportunity for future generations to experience them as well.
The new owners want to create great experiences for guests in an atmosphere of warmth, good cheer, and Victorian elegance.
