Eddie Fava of e e fava architects and Tupper Builders restored the iconic Queen Anne-style facade to its original splendor, removing in-window AC units and repairing compromised areas of the piazza.
The foyer’s wallpaper sets the tone for the inn’s calm, cool palette, while its ornate graphic honors the property’s Victorian roots.
Welcome In: The team removed an interior wall on the second floor, flooding the stairwell and foyer below with natural light. Interior designer Tammy Connor opted for a palette—and artwork—grounded in neutral and nature-inspired hues.
The entry and stairwell of the former bed-and-breakfast
Fine Dining: The interiors marry quality antiques with contemporary furnishings, clean finishes, and fresh textiles. “Like that Murano glass fixture in the dining room, for example—that’s an old period piece, but because of the color, it feels fresh,” says Connor. (Inset) The design team repurposed furnishings when possible, like the mahogany Chippendale chairs, which were refinished and reupholstered.
Natural Instincts: In the parlor, a portrait by Jill Hooper rests atop the mantel, one of many locally sourced artworks. Flanking a view of the garden’s live oaks are the pair of Louis Comfort Tiffany stained-glass windows the home’s original owners purchased in 1895 to celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary. (Inset) The downstairs parlor, prior to renovations
Dreamy Suites: The luxurious guest rooms feature tailored drapes, crisp white bedding, tidy upholstery, and en-suite baths. (Inset) Fava and Tupper Builders upgraded the mechanical, plumbing, and heating and cooling systems throughout the property. “All of that stuff had to be hidden in a way that wasn’t obvious,” says Fava.
Window Dressing: Now outfitted with comfy custom pillows and a cushion, the landing between the first and second floors beckons guests to sit and chat, read and relax.
A butler’s pantry stocked with self-serve snacks and beverages connects the kitchen to the first floor’s wraparound porch, which was added to the property in 1930.
“Our job was to make it look like nothing happened,” says Fava of the restoration.
Landscape architect Elizabeth Pope led the historic renovation of the grounds.
"We focused on clean lines and lush green planting,” Pope continues, “decluttering the space without compromising its historic charm.”
“Our goal was clear: revitalize the historic garden by celebrating its existing plant palette while simplifying the hardscape,” explains Pope, whose work on Two Meeting Street was recognized with a Carolopolis Award this spring.
The story 19th-century manse's updated interiors include contemporary furnishings, clean finishes, and fresh textiles
