An intimate guest house with a sedate, sophisticated style. This historic home was built as an extension of the exquisite 1921 estate, Van Buren House, and shares with its sister home both a unique architecture and indefinable charm. A refined green, blue, and teal palette creates an atmosphere of calm. The home's aesthetic is mature and refined, and yet furnishings, fixtures, and wall art have a definite fashion-forwardness. Altogether elegant.

Van Buren Carriage House shares with its sister home, Van Buren House, a historic charm. Outside, the home’s beautiful exterior paint colors—and presence alongside the estate home—create an enchanting impression. Hand-carved shutters adorn windows, giving the home a certain storybook charm, reminiscent of a chalet.

On entering, guests are welcomed into an elegant living area with lofty, cathedral ceilings and ornate, hand-carved woodwork. Sedate shades of blue, green, and teal create an atmosphere of calm. This subtle palette evokes something of the English countryside, a feeling emphasized by the home's unique architecture, stately furnishings, and artisanal, hand-carved details.

Although intimate in size, the space exudes maturity and refinement. Discerning eyes will notice artisan finishes and fixtures, from the hand-carved mantel and cabinetry details to the marble fireplace. Velvet drapes, quality furniture, and gorgeous architecture create a mature aesthetic. And yet the home has an undeniably fashion-forward character; rattan fixtures and furnishings, couture colors, and elegant accessories speak to its style. Not only colors but textures are layered opulently, with accessories in plush textiles like sherpa, velvet, and alpaca. Although intimate in size, each corner of this home has been thoughtfully considered and beautifully cared for. Beyond its visual beauty, we hope it gives off a more intangible air of welcome, peace, and grace.

The generous living space flows effortlessly to the kitchen and dining area. A dining bench is ideal for evening meals or daytime study, the perfect little nook, complete with a woven pendant light. Throughout the home, certain repeated motifs like arched doorways and sapphire, pearlescent paint and trim create soothing continuity.

Both bedrooms are styled with lovely bedding, monogrammed pillows, and fine blankets. The bathroom is beautifully tiled and features a handmade vanity, decorative mirrors, and always a surprising touch or décor moment. We hope our guests feel cared for with extra amenities, lovely toiletries, and little gestures of welcome.

Carry your experience outdoors, to a covered patio and dining area, with chaise lounge chairs, a table for alfresco dinners, and a spa to relax in. Bistro lights add ambiance, inviting guests to enjoy the ideal outdoor evening.

This home has that intangible something-- a charm that only a century-old home can have, and some more inexpressible air of grace. We hope your stay with us is elegant, seamless, and inviting.

The property includes two outdoor cameras for your safety: one in driveway and one facing the backyard gate area only.

We thank our guests in advance for abiding by our no-smoking policy and refraining from smoking and vaping anywhere on the property. We know our guests love our home, and so do we, and in order to maintain its integrity and charm, we also have a no-pet and no party policy. We strive to maintain this home with diligence; this protocol has been established to offer an elegant, inviting, safe, and clean atmosphere and experience.

Thank you in advance for considering our property for your upcoming stay; we look forward to hosting you.
Additional rules: Before checkout, guests must complete the cleaning checklist requirements:

-Start your load of towels on hot cotton setting
-Load all dishes in the dishwasher, start cycle
-Empty and dispose of used food items in the fridge
-Place all trash in trash bags and set bags outside by the back door
-Make sure to run garbage disposal and remove any remaining food particles
-If furniture was moved, return to its original location. Van Buren Carriage House must be left in original condition.
-Patio must be left tidy and barbecue scraped/cleaned if used
-Hot tub must be covered with latch secured. If grill has been used, ensure it is turned off.

Other rules:
-Absolutely no smoking, vaping, or e-cigarettes anywhere on the property (not inside and not outside the home).
-If, during your stay, something is accidentally spilled or stained, please let host know before your departure so our cleaning staff can treat the issue accordingly.
-If any issue comes up or if we can provide anything or help in any way, please be sure to let us know during your stay. This allows us to address the issue as it occurs and allows us to better serve and extend hospitality to our guests. Please use good communication and reach out during your stay rather than after the stay has concluded— we are always happy to help!
-No pets allowed on the property (indoors or outdoors)
-No parties of any kind
-Do not move any items, décor, furniture, accessories, pillows, or blankets from the home.

Only registered guests are allowed to stay overnight on the property. Only four guests are permitted overnight.