Another hidden gem in Gloucester is the gorgeous Beauport, Sleeper-McCann House. This stunning piece of architecture was the summer home of interior designer, Henry Davis Sleeper. It is a 14,200 square foot work of art that is perched on a lovely piece of property overlooking Gloucester Harbor. He used the house to show off his interior decorating skills to potential clients, as well as a summer retreat that he loved to share with friends and family.
This beautiful home has twelve bedrooms, eight bathrooms and twelve fireplaces (some worked and some were there for effect). Here are some of my favorite spots in the house:
Amber glass is displayed in this back-lit area when you walk into the house.
I love the windows in this sitting room.
This bedroom is so pretty. I love the wallpaper.
This stove!
I love the green glass in this bedroom.
The green in this bedroom is cheerful and bright.
Another favorite bedroom.
Imagine waking up to this view!
Tips for a great visit:
Location:
75 Eastern Point Boulevard
Gloucester, MA
978-283-0800
The house is open for tours Tuesday-Saturday, May 25- October 19
10am- 4pm with tours on the hour. (Last tour is at 4:00)
Cost: Adults $15, Seniors $12, Students $8.
Free to Gloucester residents and Historic New England members.
There is parking at the house, but don’t be confused by the “private road” sign at the entrance…head right through it and the house is a half mile on your right.
The tour is about an hour long, and you can’t do a self-guided tour.
Where can you find more information?
Website: https://www.historicnewengland.org/property/beauport-sleeper-mccann-house/