Lions Gate Interior

“Stunningly beautiful, yet comfortable,” “elegant and welcoming,” “warm and sophisticated” are words frequently used by guests to describe the interior of The Lions Gate Inn. It is rare to have such a splendid historic home available to share with others in an engaging and personal environment.

As people enter the 1911 mansion, the foyer is flanked by an elegant dining room with a striking china buffet. A crystal chandelier illuminates the room and reflects off of the leaded-glass cabinet doors, bringing in the dazzling light from the colorful garden. The Lions Gate Inn was once the home of Maggie Nelson-Littlefield, daughter of Josiah “Cy” Nelson. Nelson was a pioneer and head of one of Oregon’s first legislative families. (One can only imagine the dignitaries and heads of state that may have sat under the gleam of the original brass-light fixtures.)

A vintage brick fireplace anchors the spacious living room with large picture windows, comfortable overstuffed chairs, and a leather couch. A built-in window seat complete with the original dumbwaiter for firewood provides additional seating and storage. A large corner table can be used to play cards or board games with friends. Guests can also relax in the window chaise lounge, with a view of the large oak tree.

Traditional craftsman pillars and built-in book shelves separate the parlor from the living room. An entertainment center with a flat-screen television and stereo bring this house into the current century for guests wanting to catch a special television event or DVD. This cozy room is also the perfect place to snuggle up with a good book from our selection, including travel and wine books, and of course, popular novels.

Upstairs, the sunroom offers a desktop computer and printer for your convenience. The sunroom is also the location for early morning coffee and fresh-baked pastries.