Their Victorian find was originally the guest house of a larger estate. When the couple purchased it in 2019, they were drawn to its architectural details—original floors, moldings, built-ins, sleeping porch, Cyrus Carpenter coal-burning stove—and to Manchester-by-the-Sea’s quiet, oceanside vibe.
hile the 1890s home was structurally sound, with an updated kitchen, the couple wanted to establish a consistent personality for the interior and make it a cohesive whole. “We wanted a classic, timeless style to maintain the character of the house,” explains the owner. “We have young children [ages
