Built in
1916 for Jerome's Chief Surgeon, this home has been on the National
Historic Registry since 1966,
and has a rich history.
The
property, on Hill Street in Jerome was originally the George W.
Hull Homestead Tract. Mr. Hull was far-sighted and
industrious, and obtained what became the town site of Jerome, Arizona
and much of the surrounding mineral rights. When major companies wanted
his interests, his price was one million dollars. The United Verde
Copper Company paid it.
On the site the Company built a new hospital and
a virtual mansion for their Head Physician to live in. Arthur
Kelly, noted Los Angeles architect, designed both with arched windows,
gleaming stucco, and rich red tile roofs. All the modern
comforts were included.
Used for years as the nurses' residence, in the
early 1930's the house became home of the then Chief Surgeon, Dr.
Arthur Carlson, and his family. Decorated with the finest, it became a
warm and hospitable home. Parties were held to create a diversion for
the Company's upper echelon from the hard work in this hard rock mining
town.
After the closing of the mine in 1953, the house
became home for the Company's agent, and later, other Jerome community
members. Councilmen, mayors, merchants, geologists, policemen, even the
local Jerome postmaster, all enjoyed the simple elegance of this house.
The house fell into disrepair over the years, but has now been lovingly
restored to its former beauty. Andrea has located and exposed the core,
the very essence of the integrity of this historic house. The gardens,
unique rooms and decks, rich wood floors, and the chauffeur's quarters
have all have been beautifully restored. So come and stay with us and
become an ongoing part of history. As a poet once said, "History is a
pattern of timeless moments." Experience that timelessness with us.
The Surgeon's House Bed & Breakfast in
historic and picturesque Jerome, Arizona is a refuge for those who seek
elegance in a rich, leisurely atmosphere, surrounded by peaceful
settings and fantastic panoramic views.
Drive up the hill - into Jerome and into the past, where the
magnificence of the Surgeon's House awaits you!!!
And now, in partnership with the Jerome Historical Society, we are creating
"The Oral History and
Memories Project" . We have come to realize that what is forgotten is lost. We want to help to
preserve the fascinating history of our town. If you, or someone you know, has stories about Jerome's
history that you believe should be preserved, please here for more
information regarding this work.
