Noted architect of the time C.W. Terry was responsible for bringing to life wealthy industrialist Curtis Wright’s original vision. The 12,000-square-foot, three-story home is an exemplar of the Queen Anne style, with its asymmetrical profile, steep rooflines, dome-topped turret and gables. More than 2,000 pieces of hand-chiseled Missouri limestone form the foundation, which is topped by cream siding elaborately trimmed in gold, brick red and royal blue. In a nod to Wright’s mining fortunes, a collection of ore samples adorns the front gable.

Like its original owner, who retained the finest craftsmen to create the elaborate interiors of his home, Steve and Lata Lovell, who purchased the mansion in 2005, employed local master artisans in a painstaking restoration that spanned over eight years. Curators and antique experts have lauded the Lovells’ restoration — which extended from the landmarked exterior to the smallest interior detail — as nothing short of extraordinary. In addition to the extensive restoration, the couple has furnished the Mansion with a valuable, hand-sourced collection of museum-quality period pieces.

Of the Queen Anne Mansion’s seven guest suites — all named for prominent American writers — there are three queen-bed suites on the second level (Thoreau, Emerson and Wright), two on the third level (Whitman and Dickinson), and two king-bed, outdoor accessible suites on the garden level (Alcott and Hawthorne). An inviting open parlor on the second floor provides comfortable seating and a coffee setup. Trimwork throughout the second level is of tulip poplar, a wood common to fine furniture of the 1880s and 1890s.

Each suite’s private bathroom is expansive, luxuriously fitted, and designed with couples in mind — a comfortably upholstered chair set near a deep, claw-foot tub in one, a lavish double shower in another.

The exterior of the Estate is exquisite. From gardens to gates, pools to putting greens, the Wright-Lovell Estate offers a multitude of areas for relaxation and sport. The resort-style pool, with its waterfalls and spa, highlight the privacy you will experience on the property. Nearby, a gas fire pit and outdoor kitchen promise further adventures in al fresco dining.

The 2,500 square foot, fully-restored 1888 Victorian Cottage Kelley House provides additional living quarters for staff or guests, a Business Office and a private Satori Concept Spa (featuring VibrAcoustic therapy chaises and proven Neuro-therapy audio programs), a Finnish Sauna, a Manicure/Pedicure Salon and steam showers.