| Hal Thorn was a well driller who moved to Homer, set up a well drilling business, and built one of Homer's first frame houses. This happened in 1945, when Alaska was still a territory. Materials were hard to come by and homes were small. By today's standards, this home is modest and unpretentious, but during that period of time, it was a symbol of pride for territorial residents who were determined to carve a niche of peace and comfort in this primitive land.
Back in Hal Thorn's day, this quaint and charming home was out in the "country." Today, we are located only one mile from downtown Homer. Folks who are scheduled for early morning charters or trips across the bay, can walk out the front door and be at the Homer Spit in approximately 20 minutes. Across the road is the Calvin & Coyle Trail, which winds down to the critical habitat area surrounding Beluga Lake. |
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