Historical
Boarding House in continuous operation since 1897
 Herren House was constructed as a boarding house in
1897 by M.J. Ownby, who named it the Savannah. It
was given the name Herren House around 1918 by its
second owner, Mollie Herren, and her daughters,
Jessica and Lucile. Lucile married Henry Bowman Foy,
Jr. and in 1924, Henry B. Foy III, present mayor of
Waynesville, NC, was born in an upstairs bedroom.
Herren House continued in operation as a boarding
house through the years with two more owners, Dollie
Ferguson from 1935 to1970 and Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Grahl from 1970 to1989.
The enormous restoration project began in 1989,
saving many of the original features, including the
solid oak central hall stairway, the old downstairs
parlor (now a bedroom), and fireplace fronts and
mantelpieces. What could not be restored – like the
unique porch railing -- was painstakingly
replicated. The outside is painted a soft coral pink
trimmed in porcelain and eggplant.
 Current owners, Tom and Jenny Halsey, have added
touches to soften the vintage interior.
With a country cottage feel, their collections of books, china,
antiques and
interesting and whimsical knick knacks provide a casual warmth throughout.
Evenings can be spent reading or sipping your
favorite beverage in the
gazebo and gardens. Good conversation and laughter
fill the air just as it was many years ago. |
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If you have any
questions or would like more information, please contact us
828-452-7837, 800-284-1932,
email us, or use our
online
request form. |
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