Bonelli House

Bonelli House is a two-story stone building with a low hipped roof, dormers, and a veranda supported by wooden pillars that wraps around three sides. The structure uses local Tufa stone and reflects the building techniques of early Arizona settlers.

The house was built in 1894 by George Bonelli as a wedding gift and was destroyed by fire in 1915. It was later rebuilt using local Tufa stone, representing the renewal and persistence of early settlements in the area.

The house displays period furnishings and family belongings that reflect how early settlers lived and arranged their homes. It shows visitors how residents made use of the space and what they valued in their daily lives.

The house is accessed through guided tours offered by the Mohave Pioneers Historical Society on weekdays. Visitors should prepare for desert heat and wear comfortable shoes to fully explore the building and grounds.

The house features an innovative cooling system with exit doors in each room and a cupola that allows hot desert air to escape. This early ventilation design shows how residents adapted to extreme climate conditions.

Location: Arizona

GPS coordinates: 35.19130,-114.05100

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22