The original Townhouses were the elegant family homes of two famous playwrights - Dion Boucicault (1829 - 1890) and Lafcadio Hearn (1850 - 1904).

Their memories have been honoured by displays in the lobby of memorabilia, photographs and original playbills.

Both men had colorful and singular lives - their histories are re-counted in full in the lobby.

Each bedroom is named after one of their works.

1997 saw the addition of The Townhouse Mews - a new wing in a beautiful minimalist style - oak wooden floors, designer furniture and elegant simplicity.

It is alternative and complimentary to the Georgian buildings of The Townhouse.