DUMMERSTON-The Landmark Trust USA (LTUSA) is kicking off the rehabilitation of the former horse stable at author Rudyard Kipling's Naulakha, which will be adapted for use as an overnight vacation rental.
The loft of the large stable will be converted into a studio bedroom unit with sleeping quarters, kitchen, and views of the building's cupola.
The stable was constructed in 1896 for Kipling's horses, Nip and Tuck, and was initially restored along with the larger Naulakha estate by the nonprofit LTUSA in 1993.
The Naulakha estate - including the main house, carriage house, and additional outbuildings - was the home of the author's family and staff in the 1890s, and it was here that the Nobel Prize winner penned The Jungle Books and other acclaimed stories.
The main house and carriage house operate under LTUSA's preservation stewardship model and are made available to the public for overnight rental and small gatherings.
"As our first new Landmark in many years, the Naulakha Stable project furthers our preservation mission, ensuring this remarkable place is accessible for future generations and allowing even more people to enjoy the immersive experiences with history that a Landmark stay affords," said Executive Director Susan McMahon in a news release.
The Naulakha Stable Rehab Project is one component of LTUSA's $1.25 million Naulakha Campaign, a generational investment in Rudyard Kipling's Naulakha estate, including an in-kind roof replacement at the main house and many additional buildings, and an improved drainage system for the entire property. For more information, visit landmarktrustusa.org/naulakha-campaign.
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