About Us

History

The Terry House is an integral part of colonial New Castle’s historic charm. In 1851 Howell J. Terry and his wife Rebecca Pippin bought the 61-foot lot on Delaware Street. Terry began construction on his home in 1860, just before the Civil War. Construction halted during the war and completed soon after.

At Terry’s death the property sold to the New Castle Century Club, organized for civic improvement in 1916.

The club used the first floor for club purposes and operated the upper floors as room rentals. During World War I, the Terry House provided support for the Red Cross and in WWII the club helped in the war effort with bandage rolling, nutrition, first air training classes, and civil defense meetings.

In 1951, the club sold the building to George and Bessie Williams who used it as their residence until 1985. The Deemer family acquired the property and renovated it into a bed and breakfast. Today’s new owners, the Egerton family have preserved the exterior, first floor, and stairwell in original condition while completing an entire renovation of the kitchen, baths, guest rooms, and grounds.

The Egerton family purchased the property in January 2023 from the Deemer family. It needed love and renovation. With help from the whole family, we were able to update, restore, and breathe new life into an Old New Castle landmark. We invite you to share and enjoy our passion for this restoration project as you stay with us.