HELLAM HOUSE

More than four decades before John Steinbeck arrived in Monterey, Frank Hellam was already a well established name in the area. Frank Woodhull Hellam moved to the coastal town in 1900, and soon after, opened the first Climax Cigar Store. By 1908, Hellam had built the business into the largest retail cigar store in the country.

Frank and Amelia Hellam raised their family just blocks away in a modest Queen Anne style home, originally a single room cottage that was relocated from the Del Monte Hotel. Thereafter, Frank’s father built the brick chimney, and Frank’s builder, George Miller, constructed the gabled roof section, adding bedrooms and living space for their rapidly growing family.

125 Years later, under the guidance of historian Margaret Clovis, and architect John Scourkes (member of the Monterey County Historic Resources Review Board), Guild Craft Builder had the privilege of renovating and updating this historically important house. We took particular care in maintaining the overall architectural character, while allowing for modern upgrades in utilites, energy efficiency, heating, and kitchen and bathroom improvements.

DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

General Contractor
Guild Craft Builder

Design & Interiors
Guild Craft Builder

Architect
John N. Scourkes

Regional Historical Expert
Margaret E. Clovis

DISTINCT FEATURES

Retained all original channel rustic drop siding, trim and casing detail
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Restored gabled & hipped roof sections, eaves and facia boards
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Restored dormers, the hexagonal shingles and gable returns
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Releveled interior floors
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Fully upgraded electrical, gas, and water utilities; and heating system
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Preserved and restored original doors, windows, and hardware
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Preserved interior wood floors, wall panelling, and millwork
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Updated kitchen and bathrooms
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Wolf and True kitchen appliances