Westfield sites to open up for annual Holly Tour
by Special to the OBSERVER
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11/5/2006 - WESTFIELD — The Westfield Women’s Organization is preparing for its 23rd annual Holly Tour — a self-guided tour with a lineup of distinctive and historic sites within a quaint village setting. The event is set for Nov. 19 from 12:30 to 5 p.m.
The home of Dr. Tim Roets includes approximately 11 acres on the north side of Martin Wright Road. Roets’ home was built over the fall and winter of 2003-2004 by Mayshark Builders Inc. The house is designed to take full advantage of the view over the escarpment and Lake Erie. Artwork in the home is comprised of a collection by local artists as well as other items obtained while Roets was stationed in Japan and the Middle East with the United States Air Force.
The Pisicoli home is a prime example of the American Four-Square style homes that first appeared in the 1890s and remained popular until the early 1930s. This home was built in 1904 by James H. Hall and family. They lived there for well over 50 years. It would be home to three generations of Halls. The current owners found their way to this combination of historical hand-wrought architecture and years of additions and design elements that document its evolution. As the rings of a tree give us insight into its age and life experience, so do the updates and upgrades of this house. The quarter-sawn oak-beamed ceilings and moldings give a glimpse of the arts and crafts era. The reconstructed front porch shows the dedication to maintaining the home’s grandeur and the additions of a new mud room and garage show the needs of the families changing as modern technology is introduced.
The Brooker home, originally built in 1837, has been in the family for 103 years, purchased by the current owner’s great-grandfather in 1903 for $505.83.
The back yard contains a large gazebo which stands on the site of a large barn which housed the horses used by Richard Brooker to help in building what is now known as Route 20. The gazebo will be open, weather permitting, to allow visitors to view the large lawn dotted with black walnut trees.
When touring this family treasure, take note of the antique train around the tree in front of the front room window and the small tree in the garden window, decorated with WWII era paper, glass and cardboard ornaments.
The Berke home was originally built in 1896 by members of the Welch family, founders of Welch’s Grape Juice. Over time, the home had additions and renovations, with the last makeover occurring 10 years ago to expand the kitchen.
Visitors stepping through the front door will see a vast nutcracker collection, each one dated with the year of receipt. A traditional Swedish straw wreath hangs over the staircase, while various Santas and stuffed toys greet family members as they ascend to the second floor. Off to the right is the library, with more than 100 children’s Christmas and holiday books, as well as dolls, teddy bears and toys. Of special note is the window seat that has a display of Department 56 and other miniature village decorations.
Chautauqua & Erie Telephone Company, a FairPoint Communications Inc. company, is celebrating 109 years of serving the community this holiday season. Beckoning one into its red brick building with Georgian-style peaks is the 30-foot blue spruce, donated by Garden Wizardry.
Built in 1970, the C&E building is a Westfield landmark. Visitors will enjoy the lobby with high ceilings, crown molding and raised panel walls. The C&E museum has a collection of telephone memorabilia dating back to 1876. On the way to visit the downstairs museum, visitors will find a collection of framed phone book covers, tracing the history of the company and the Chautauqua County area.
Holly Tourists determine the order in which the sites are viewed. Event organizers suggest participants dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Due to the occasional long lines, unpredictable weather and treasured collectibles and heirlooms of the homeowners, it is asked that infants and young children are left at home.
Pre-sale tickets are available for $12. During the weekend of the tour, tickets will be $15. Tickets are available from a WWO member or from the following locations:
Westfield — Westfield Optical (formerly Gunnard’s Hallmark Shop), Four Seasons Flower Shop, Café Barista, Cross Roads and Tallulah’s Hair Design
Fredonia — Time Pieces, The Paper Factory
Jamestown — Christian Treasurers
Erie — Traditions
North East — Calico Patch
Bemus Point — White Picket Fence
For more information, call 326-7317 or e-mail wwohollytour@yahoo.com.
The home of Dr. Tim Roets includes approximately 11 acres on the north side of Martin Wright Road. Roets’ home was built over the fall and winter of 2003-2004 by Mayshark Builders Inc. The house is designed to take full advantage of the view over the escarpment and Lake Erie. Artwork in the home is comprised of a collection by local artists as well as other items obtained while Roets was stationed in Japan and the Middle East with the United States Air Force.
The Pisicoli home is a prime example of the American Four-Square style homes that first appeared in the 1890s and remained popular until the early 1930s. This home was built in 1904 by James H. Hall and family. They lived there for well over 50 years. It would be home to three generations of Halls. The current owners found their way to this combination of historical hand-wrought architecture and years of additions and design elements that document its evolution. As the rings of a tree give us insight into its age and life experience, so do the updates and upgrades of this house. The quarter-sawn oak-beamed ceilings and moldings give a glimpse of the arts and crafts era. The reconstructed front porch shows the dedication to maintaining the home’s grandeur and the additions of a new mud room and garage show the needs of the families changing as modern technology is introduced.
The Brooker home, originally built in 1837, has been in the family for 103 years, purchased by the current owner’s great-grandfather in 1903 for $505.83.
The back yard contains a large gazebo which stands on the site of a large barn which housed the horses used by Richard Brooker to help in building what is now known as Route 20. The gazebo will be open, weather permitting, to allow visitors to view the large lawn dotted with black walnut trees.
When touring this family treasure, take note of the antique train around the tree in front of the front room window and the small tree in the garden window, decorated with WWII era paper, glass and cardboard ornaments.
The Berke home was originally built in 1896 by members of the Welch family, founders of Welch’s Grape Juice. Over time, the home had additions and renovations, with the last makeover occurring 10 years ago to expand the kitchen.
Visitors stepping through the front door will see a vast nutcracker collection, each one dated with the year of receipt. A traditional Swedish straw wreath hangs over the staircase, while various Santas and stuffed toys greet family members as they ascend to the second floor. Off to the right is the library, with more than 100 children’s Christmas and holiday books, as well as dolls, teddy bears and toys. Of special note is the window seat that has a display of Department 56 and other miniature village decorations.
Chautauqua & Erie Telephone Company, a FairPoint Communications Inc. company, is celebrating 109 years of serving the community this holiday season. Beckoning one into its red brick building with Georgian-style peaks is the 30-foot blue spruce, donated by Garden Wizardry.
Built in 1970, the C&E building is a Westfield landmark. Visitors will enjoy the lobby with high ceilings, crown molding and raised panel walls. The C&E museum has a collection of telephone memorabilia dating back to 1876. On the way to visit the downstairs museum, visitors will find a collection of framed phone book covers, tracing the history of the company and the Chautauqua County area.
Holly Tourists determine the order in which the sites are viewed. Event organizers suggest participants dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Due to the occasional long lines, unpredictable weather and treasured collectibles and heirlooms of the homeowners, it is asked that infants and young children are left at home.
Pre-sale tickets are available for $12. During the weekend of the tour, tickets will be $15. Tickets are available from a WWO member or from the following locations:
Westfield — Westfield Optical (formerly Gunnard’s Hallmark Shop), Four Seasons Flower Shop, Café Barista, Cross Roads and Tallulah’s Hair Design
Fredonia — Time Pieces, The Paper Factory
Jamestown — Christian Treasurers
Erie — Traditions
North East — Calico Patch
Bemus Point — White Picket Fence
For more information, call 326-7317 or e-mail wwohollytour@yahoo.com.
For more information on Chautauqua Lake Real Estate & Living visit: www.chautauqualakehomes.com
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