The story of the property dates back to 1833, when Captain Robert Calder, a whaling fisherman—and, interestingly, an ancestor of artist Alexander Calder—purchased the land on Cliff Road as a retreat between his expeditions. By the 1870s, Calder transformed his home into a hotel, establishing what is now the island’s oldest continually operating inn. The hotel’s concept celebrates the effortless charm of a worldly innkeeper, paying tribute to its rich history of hospitality.

The refreshed design palette takes cues from the island’s native flora, including hydrangeas, daffodils, wild roses, and seagrass. Historic moldings are reimagined in modern tones, from deep Atlantic jade to soft blue, lilac, plum, and golden dandelion hues. Guests are welcomed by unique touches, such as a golden saber tiger runner, layered gallery walls, and framed Gucci scarves, evoking the innkeeper’s eclectic, global adventures. A bespoke key cabinet honors tradition with etched brass plaques naming each of the 14 guest rooms after local flowers, a thoughtful nod to the previous innkeeper’s legacy.

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