It is beyond unique in its location in town. The history of the building goes back to 1899 with the the cornerstone being laid on May 13, 1899, with a full Masonic ceremony. During its earlier years, it was primarily used for commercial offices, Masonic lodges and ceremonial halls.
The building has had its share of Hollywood limelight as well. Dennis Hopper bought the building in 1992 as a major restoration project. The 4th floor was used as a banquet room in the film, "Road to Wellville". The building was also occupied by Sandra Bullock while she was in town filming "28 Days". More recently, the building was the site of many scenes in the Jason Sudeikis / Jennifer Aniston film, "We're the Millers" and the upcoming Russell Crowe movie, "The Georgetown Project".
In 1999 it was sold to a local developer and on the first floor, Port City Java opened its flagship downtown coffee shop later that year. The second and third floors have been renovated into apartments. One of which you will be staying in!
Finally, on the fifth floor you will find a rooftop bar, Level 5. The bar boast an outstanding river view and is open 6 nights a week.