Grace

Everybody with a connection to Chatham has a story about this historic home or an anecdote relating to one of the previous owners. It’s a landmark in town to say the least, with its unmistakable bow roof and garden conservatory. The property sits nestled into old growth hedges, trees and surrounded by a rolling lawn. It refuses to be overshadowed by the stunning views and vastness of Chatham Bars Inn.

When the current owners purchased the waterfront property, their intention was to respect and retain as much of the home and its defining architectural details as they could. The other goal was bringing the structure and systems into the 21st century and creating more space for their large and growing family.

The bow roof section of the home was extensively remodeled with the utmost care, matching window sizing and arrangement, recreating exterior moldings with modern materials, and bringing in a third party to exactly replicate the details of the sunroom that defines the home. The garage and the connection between it and the bow roof portion of the home were torn down and rebuilt with the addition of a second story. The footprint and roof lines were blended seamlessly by Architectural Design of Orleans, MA.

Inside, pine floors up to 22″ wide complement the custom paneling and moldings. Most of which were milled in house to the original specifications. Every opportunity was taken to maximize storage by filling the knee walls with built-ins similar to those found in the original house. All details lend themselves to a different era until entering the lower level where the golf simulator lives. Despite the modern technology, the floors are reclaimed heart pine colored with the peeling paint of the many structures the boards were salvaged from. The lower level also has a wet bar area that has brick walls and thick slab shelves made from reclaimed timbers from the Stage Harbor fish pier.

The result is a seamless blend of historic preservation and modern living that honors Chatham’s architectural heritage while serving the needs of a contemporary family. “Grace” continues its legacy as one of Chatham’s most beloved landmarks, now equipped for another generation of cherished memories.