The Copper Beech House, formerly the Copper Beech Inn, was originally a Central Chimney two-story home, built in the year 1800 by housewright Thatcher Lewis. In 1881, the house underwent a Shingle Style restoration under the efforts of prominent Boston architect Frank Hill-Smith. Hill-Smith was the nephew-in-law of Joseph Story Fay, one of Falmouth’s first summer residents. The alterations of 1881 were Frank Hill-Smith’s first foray into Shingle Style architecture.
The Guest Foyer was added during the 1881 alterations and includes the beautifully hand-carved brick fireplace.
The Dining Room is part of the 1800 home, and features a fireplace, brick oven, and the original wood wall paneling. French doors lead into the c.1800 Living Room. A beautiful bullseye glass window looks out onto the expansive yard, and what is believed to be the oldest Copper Beech tree on the Cape.
Spacious enough to spread out, the second floor family room provides another option for lounging & relaxing.
There are two bedrooms on the first floor. The first, on the left off of the Guest Foyer, was added with the 1881 renovation, and the second bedroom on the left, fit with en-suite bathroom, is part of the original 1800 Center Chimney home, and includes the original fireplace & beautiful wood wall paneling.
Nine Unique Bedrooms
The second floor Copper Beech Suite is the largest bedroom in the house. Furnished with a sitting area and beautiful windows allowing plentiful natural light.
Each of the bedrooms take on unique character through distinguishing finishes, furniture & accessories.
