Some buildings hold stories.
Others hold lives.
The Dungeness Barn House at Two Crows Farm is preparing to mark an extraordinary milestone: 100 years since the barn was built in 1926. In January 2026, we officially enter our centennial year—and we will be celebrating throughout all of 2026, with special offerings, reflections, and meaningful ways to honor this remarkable place.
At the same time, we are excited to share that a new website is launching—created to better reflect the Barn House as it lives and breathes today, while remaining deeply rooted in the history that shaped it.
From Working Barn to Home
The Barn House began as a true working barn, built in 1926 with strength, practicality, and longevity in mind. In 1959, it was thoughtfully converted from barn to home by Architect Robert A. Stanley Brogren —not erased, not replaced, but reimagined in a way that allowed the original structure to remain at its heart.
That choice—to adapt rather than demolish—is one of the reasons this place still feels so grounded and authentic. The bones are old. The spirit is steady.
Restoration with Respect
One of my deepest commitments as steward of the Dungeness Barn House has been restoration with integrity.
Preserving what cannot be replicated:
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the original barn structure
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the massive header beams
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the craftsmanship, scale, and proportions that give the building its unmistakable presence
Rather than smoothing away the past, my intention has always been to honor it—allowing the original bones of the barn to coexist with comfort, light, and modern care.
The Purchase Deed
Fran Nelson painting of her Lilacs
Stewardship Since 2014
I moved into the Barn House in 2014, and over the past 12 years, this property has become both my home and my calling.
During this time, I have devoted myself to thoughtful restoration and to caring for the land, gardens, and buildings—shaping the Barn House into a place of peaceful retreat while keeping it deeply connected to its agricultural roots.
There is something about the curve in the road at Cays Rd. and Marine Drive that speaks—not just to me, but to the women who came before me: Fran Nelson and Berta Wardon. Each of us, in our own time, felt called to this property, this barn and to sharing it with others. Each was willing to devote herself to its beauty, its character, and its quiet magic.
This is not simply a place you own.
It is a way of life you commit to.
This building and this land speak to me every day. They guide me. They show me what is needed. And I listen—just as the women before me did.
A New Website & A Year of Celebration
Our new website is designed to make it easier for you to explore the property, learn about our rooms and offerings, and—especially important for 2026—stay connected to centennial promotions, seasonal specials, and celebration details throughout the year.
The new site will also allow you to create your own guest account, manage your reservations, and book directly—saving the additional fees often charged by third-party booking sites.
We invite you to follow along, revisit often, and be part of this milestone year.
Our Intention & Mission
At the heart of the Dungeness Barn House is a simple intention:
to offer a place of rest, reflection, and connection to nature.
Our mission is rooted in sustainability, preservation, and hospitality—caring for this historic property so it may continue to welcome guests for generations to come.
As we enter our centennial year, we do so with deep gratitude—for the past, for the present, and for everyone who becomes part of the Barn House story.