New Life for a Wonderful Old Building

You are sitting in a 1920’s carriage barn built by Dr. Preston, a physician who served the citizens of Montrose from his office on South Main Street.

By 2006, the building was ready for new life. Many loving hands pitched in to bring the dream of Summerhouse to life. A wonderful post and beam interior opened up the space and provided a great backdrop for displaying local art. Green building products were utilized and green practices put into place to minimize our environmental impact.

A Stupendous Idea

Thinking back to that first summer in 2006, what a wonderful idea was
hatched in the minds of founding owners, Marilyn Anthony and Matt
Severson - as well as the many friends who pitched in to bring a stupendous idea to life:  Fresh. Local. Real. described the food and the farmers,
the art and the artists, the dining experience and the diners - all gathered
at Summerhouse in celebration of local culture.

The doors opened for the first time in June 2006, with many excited diners enjoying the bounty of locally-raised foods.  And with lots of dedication, the idea worked!  Local, sustainable, humane, and delicious food is still the cornerstone and heart of who we are... and local art exhibits by The Butternut Gallery hang on the walls. In the four years since, the most sensational people have been a part of Summerhouse's growth.  Those who farmed the fields to grow the food, those who prepared and served the food, those who supported local food by coming here - each person has added their touch,
and has played their part of the foundation of this awesome little gem.

Summerhouse is now a year-round restaurant, grateful to each of you for supporting local food – delicious, healthy, and great for our regional communities. Thanks for being here… we truly enjoy seeing and serving you.
 Best of all, your visit here supports local farm families - since we receive directly from them beautiful produce, meats, eggs, and cheeses – all sustainably and humanely raised. We hope to see you again soon!