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The entrance is well defined with this freshly painted fence, and attractive lit sign. Montrose is well set back from the main road. The Seller never thought both of their new business would be so successful and must give up one.
Shall we proceed into this 10 x 21 foyer, all in its original state, with cheery banister and flooring? All original hardware with all the doors being raised panel doors.
The formal dining room is 21 x 18 with 10' ceilings and windows that line up from north to south, allowing for excellent cross ventilation. The mantel at the wood burning fireplace is hand carved.
Window treatments convey in the entire house. Additional photo of dining room.
The kitchen is 12 x 19 and a dream in my over opinionated opinion, with its cathedral ceiling, granite counter tops, commercial grade gas cook top, double ovens, pantry and sub zero refrigeration all in keeping with its historical attributes.
Additional view of kitchen.
The sunroom, kitchen, library, one bedroom and bath is the Inn Keeper's sanctuary. This is the sunroom, which has heat and air being 20 x 9 with a private view into the gardens.
The library being used as the Inn Keeper's sitting room has a fireplace, entertainment center and, of course, bookshelves. 21 x 18.
Inn Keepers bath, so tasteful decor.
First floor guest accommodations with private bath and fireplace, 21 x 18.
Second floor landing.
One of the three second floor bedrooms, 18 x 21 with fireplace. Every aspect of the guest quarters is historically charming while providing the comforts of today.
Second floor accommodations with adjacent full bath, 16 x 14.
Fully screened porch with enclosed entrance from the main foyer. Guests can enjoy the gardens without intruding into the Inn Keepers living areas.
Secret gardens with antique sculptures are at every turn in the gardens.
Handy to the kitchen is this mature herb garden. There are 15 pecan trees, numerous camellias, the only Redwood tree I've ever seen on the Shore, dogwoods, crape myrtles and every species of perennials one can imagine.
Montrose has always been the star of Garden Week, which is a time when historical homes are offered to tour and the gardens must be impressive to qualify. Montrose has been on the tour several times. April 29 begins Garden Week; people come from all over the country.
The exterior siding is Cedar and all original.
When this picture was taken spring had not yet arrived. Daffodils are trying to bloom, and the real pity is my photos are not current. The pictures do not show Montrose House in its full glory. The entire interior and exterior have been meticulously painted and some windows replaced. The baths and the driveway are new and gardens have been pruned by a horticulturist.
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