- 1721 15th Ave
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47.617055, -122.31299 (OpenStreetMap, Google Maps, Yandex Maps)
- Fence of the staff parking lot
- Number of kids
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6
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Historical background
Spend a moment to check out house next door (1727 15th Ave).
The Gaslight Inn also known as Signerman house was constructed in the early 20th century as a Craftsman Four Square for its first owner, Paul Singerman. Standing at three stories tall, built in a perfect square shape and heavily finished in elaborate detail, the residence commands attention. Mr. Singerman spared no expense in designing the 7,700-square foot residence to become a landmark feature of the neighborhood. The broad wood columns and porch, ornate twin circle windows, and hipped roof dormer collectively center focus of the structure toward the middle.
Mr. Singerman occupied the mansion for a short time before selling it, but his historical connection is important. Born in Poland, he eventually moved to California and became a wealthy businessman. Settling in Seattle, he opened The San Francisco Store in Downtown Seattle in the late 1800s. Mr. Singerman was also one of the few Jewish residents of Seattle and associated with the Jewish community in the Central District. The residence changed hands throughout the 20th century, eventually becoming the bed and breakfast that it is today.
The Landmarks Preservation Board recognized the transformation of residence to guesthouse as a particularly significant event meriting protection status. The preservation controls will be far reaching. Not only will the existing site and exterior features require care and protection, so will much of the interior. The first floor interior entry hall, main staircase, living room and dining room, library, and parlor will need to be largely retained as they are today.
Present in routes of categories , Griffin, Lion
Passed by: 30/30 (100%).
By categories:
- Griffin: 4/4 (100%)
- Lion: 26/26 (100%)