| The Barnacle Inn stands at the northeastern portion of Coral Cove just within the reef walls of Pembroke Isle. Standing two stories, it is one of the tallest, though not the largest, of buildings to be found on the Isle. From the docks to the Inn is a five minute walk as it is well within reach and sight of the harbor. First Floor As you step in through the main door, ones gaze is imediately drawn to the enormous hearth that takes up most of the wall that is opposite of the entrance. Hunng over the hearth is a large, old fisherman's net. Dull points of color are noted on and in it as it is decorated with hooks of varying sizes, starfish, and shells. An old setee of wood and leather, as well as two arm chairs of spindle wood, cozily surround the hearth. To the right of the hearth is a small pile of wood for the fire, plus kindling box and irons for tending the fire. Though to the left if the fireplace is flight of stairs that lead up to the second floor. At the opposite side of the fire, just past the wood, is a side door that leads out-of-doors to a back courtyard. Off to the right of the door is the long, mahogany bar; battered and scarred from years of use and abuse. Barstools, numbering eight in all, are at a comfortable closeness to the counter. To the imediate left of the counter is the door to the kitchen and cellar. Tarnished brass laterns are hung from more than a dozen wall brackets, casting the room in a warm, ruddy light. Four booths and eight modest tables with chairs fill most of the common room space, though there is ample room to walk. To the left of the door is found another door, often closed and used for storage. A large iron lock dangles from the metal lever bolted to wall, frame and door alike. The room is used for keeping anything from cleaning buckets to treasured items that guests don't wish to find missing morning next. Second Floor To the left of the hearth are the stairs that lead to the second floor. The occasional step creaks with age. A few, small paintings line the walls to either side of the narrow stairs. Once one reaches the second level of The Barnacle, a the landing branches off in two directions. Down each way are found six rooms. To the very end of each hall are the larger rooms; there are two of these special accommodations. Twelve rooms in all exist for rental on the second floor. Regular Rooms (10) - Each of the regular rooms have a bed (for single sleeping), modest chair and table, along with pitcher and basin for washing. Special Rooms (2) - Each of these special rooms has a large bed (with amble room for two). Linens are the best the Inn has to offer. Each of these rooms has their own, small hearth with two chairs set before it. On the floor can be found a large pelt for warming feet before the fire, or sitting directly upon. Third Floor The stairs continue up to the third level of the Inn. Here, the attic area is tall enough for many a man to walk about comfortably. The entire floor is the home of Gertie Greene, widow of the former proprietor and husband Captain Greene. A couple of bedrooms, fireplace, a small kitchen area, and a small common room. A large bay window with a seat to it faces the cove here one can watch the ships come in and out of the harbor. Access to this level is denied by the public. Other Areas Stables- Outside and to the right of the Inn is a modest stable, large enough to house and care for a dozen horses at once.Two storied, harvested hay is housed in that loft. Courtyard- Out behind The Barnacle Inn is a small courtyard. At its center stands a modest water fountain, fed by an underwater spring. Cobbled stones offered visitors to watch its paths through the area that is enclosed by six feet of moss- and ivy-covered walls. A few stone benches can be found, honed from the quary that lays towards Massif Mount. Return to Index. |
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