Edgemont Inn
The original Edgemont Inn was built in 1904 for visiting San Franciscans who ventured north on the Mt. Tam cog railway. After a century of use the structure was in need of complete restoration. All materials were removed and salvaged before the structure was lifted and set on new foundations. New additions were woven into the original architecture to improve function and aesthetics. All the doors, paneling and mouldings were made from old growth redwood that was salvaged and repurposed by craftsman builder Jim Lino, in keeping with the spirit and history of the house.
Crow’s Nest, an historic cottage in old Inverness, located on the same property, was recreated and expanded in the spirit of the original Shingle Style Arts and Crafts structure. Proportion, attention to fine detail, and meticulous craftsmanship define the quality and timeless sense of the architecture. Original clinker bricks were salvaged and used in the exposed chimney and fireplace that anchor the structure and provide a texture of its history. The original wrought iron Edgemont Inn sign was salvaged and is mounted on the brick chimney as enter the house.