Roseland Cottage, located in charming Woodstock, Connecticut is also known as the “Pink House.” More like salmon color to me but the current color is apparently one of 14 shades used since it was constructed.
It was built in 1846 as the summer home of Henry Chandler Bowen and his family, it stands out for its vibrant coral-pink exterior, steep gables, decorative trim, and exquisite stained glass windows.

Roseland Cottage is listed as a National Historic Landmark and is managed by Historic New England.

Built in Gothic Revival architecture style and our guide told us this was desired to preject the image of the owners and their children as being a good christian family. My Bowen was a strong advocate of temperance and did not allow drinking or smoking in the house. When President Grant visited and bowled a strike in the boling alley he pulled out his trademark cigar to celibrate only to be told my Mr Bown he would need to go outside to enjoy it.

The estate includes beautifully maintained gardens featuring original parterre designs, an icehouse, carriage barn, and the nation’s oldest surviving indoor bowling alley. The interiors are remarkably preserved, showcasing embossed wall coverings, colorful carpets, and ornate furniture from the Victorian era.

Roseland Cottage was legendary for hosting elaborate Fourth of July celebrations attended by four U.S. Presidents and many distinguished guests. Today, the cottage continues amaze visitors with its rich history, vibrant architecture, and picturesque grounds, offering tours and seasonal events.

An intersting querk of the house was the safe in the pink bathroom. It seems befoe running water was added to the house, this was Henry’s office. The builder doing the modification did nto want to move the safe so built around it converting the top to a vanity.

Official Website: https://www.historicnewengland.org/property/roseland-cottage/