A 60-Year-Old Secret Hidden in The Innkeepers Cottage

We recently took on one of our biggest projects since buying the inn in 2021—renovating Cottage Number One, which has historically served as the innkeeper’s residence. Honoring its original purpose, we’re calling this two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit The Innkeeper’s Cottage! It will be available for stays starting in early June, and we’re currently taking reservations on our website.

In the early stages of the project, we began demolition, tearing up the existing floors, tile, and fixtures. As we pulled up the floorboards, we discovered what we initially thought was a small piece of shiny plastic. Upon closer inspection, we realized it was an old Kodak Filmstrip from the 1960s! The images show a family celebrating a birthday, with an old television set and a record player in the background.

This filmstrip is particularly special because, when we purchased the inn in 2021, we weren’t given any historical photos of the rooms or the families who once stayed here. This tiny piece of film offers a rare glimpse into the past—what life was like for the original guests who enjoyed the sunshine, green grass, and coastal breeze off the bay. Finding a piece of history while restoring and preserving the inn’s character made this discovery even more meaningful.

As we continue restoring The Innkeeper’s Cottage, we can’t help but feel connected to the generations who have walked these floors before us. This unexpected glimpse into the past reminds us why we fell in love with the inn in the first place—to preserve its history while creating new memories for those who visit. We can’t wait to welcome guests into this special space and add another chapter to its story. If you have any old photos or memories of the inn, we would love to hear from you!

Love,

George and Alyssa