Today’s project spotlight comes to us all the way from Ruskin, Florida. The Lamb Manor was entered into the National Register of Historic Places in 1986 due to it’s architectural significance. The home maintains most of it’s original craftsmanship and architectural integrity. There has not been any significant alterations or additions to the home. The steep roof, prominent round corner tower, and use of stained glass showcase the Queen Anne style architecture which was prominent over a century ago.
Queen Anne style architecture was prominent from 1880 – 1900. Design styles spread to Florida typically at later dates than the rest of the nation and when this home was built in 1910 it adopted much of the Queens Anne architecture mixed with classical elements. The classical elements are evident with the Lamb Manor’s classical columns, elliptical windows, and cornice-lined dentils.
In 2006 the home and the guesthouse were ferried away from it’s original location to protect it from demolition. The transportation process kept the entire home in superb condition and brought it to a location that was eerily similar to its original location, allowing it to keep its place among the National Registry.
Among the many amazing things about this home was the fact that it was purchased for reportedly $1 to save it from that demolition. The one man-made feature among this project is the ¾ acre lagoon. The lagoon is almost indistinguishable from the rest of the acreage.
You don’t need a ferry to see this one, see more photos below!