Henry Richardi House

The Henry Richardi House is a Victorian residence in Bellaire featuring multiple bays, balconies, and a square tower with a curved pointed roof built on a rough stone foundation. The exterior combines clapboard and scalloped wooden shingles in a layered design.

The house was built in 1895 for lumber industrialist Henry Richardi, who had made his fortune in the timber trade. It was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 due to its architectural importance.

Each room displays different types of wood craftsmanship, with the original hand-carved staircase and light fixtures still in place. Visitors can see the meticulous work that went into every decorative detail throughout the spaces.

The house is located on North Bridge Street and operates as a bed and breakfast, allowing visitors to stay overnight in the historic spaces. Advance reservations are recommended since it functions as a small private accommodation.

The house contains extensive lathe-turned beaded latticework and decorative columns crafted with precision. These wooden ornaments reflect a level of craftsmanship that was reserved for homes of the wealthiest families in the timber industry.

Location: Michigan

Architectural style: Victorian architecture

GPS coordinates: 44.98030,-85.21030

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:00