Story of Carpe Diem Guesthouse
Carpe Diem, is a Latin aphorism, translating to ‘Seize the Day’.
When John and I moved to Tenterfield in 2018, we absolutely fell in love with the area, the people, the atmosphere and its tranquil surroundings. We knew it was ‘meant to be’ when we were shown the block of land on which we now reside, and took a moment to soak up the views of Mount McKenzie and the Doctor’s Nose.
It’s been a place that I have wanted to share with others ever since. Welcoming visitors to the area to experience how beautiful country life can be, whether that be relaxing and unwinding by a warm fire in Winter or enjoying a bottle of wine from the verandah in the Summer.
This is where the idea for the Guesthouse eventuated.
The Guesthouse provides luxury-style accommodation and was designed to incorporate many architectural and interior designs from the early 1900s.
In keeping with the history of architecture in Tenterfield, the Guesthouse features bullnose verandahs with ‘White Lace’ cast iron detail, quoining around the windows and rich red brick.
The interior boasts beautifully draped curtains, vintage-style fixtures and fittings, a pool/snooker room and a double-sided, brick-encased fireplace. A beautiful cottage-style garden surrounds the Guesthouse providing manicured lawns and native plantings.
The name ‘Carpe Diem’ originated when my husband John fell ill several years ago. Carpe Diem, meaning ‘Seize the day’ became our motto. Every day since John’s illness we have strived to ‘Carpe Diem’.
We now strive to share beautiful country-style accommodation with our guests and to ensure they leave with lifetime memories of their stay in Tenterfield.
Carpe Diem!
Yours Sincerely,
Kathryn Davis