1776 Guest House A Hawk Pointe Golf Club Guest Facility

Historic 1776 Guest House 176 Springtown Road

Washington, NJ 07882

1776 Guest House Historical Reference Richard Bowlby was born in 1718/19 in Mansfield Woodhouse, England the youngest of nine children to Thomas and Martha (Barker) Bowlby. Thomas Bowlby had acquired considerable land holdings in West New Jersey in America from his father-in-law. Upon Thomas Bowlby’s death, Richard’s older brother, John inherited considerable land holdings (5,088 acres) in West New Jersey from their father, Thomas. A substantial portion of these lands fell on the north side of the Musconetcong River in the Musconetcong Valley in the Township of Mansfield Woodhouse, between Hampton and Washington. John Bowlby severed several parcels from this original property selling some and honoring the various allotments to family members as dictated in his father’s will. Richard Bowlby received a 500-acre parcel of land fronting on the Musconetcong River (very close to the village of Changewater). Richard Bowlby constructed a good house (the original brick portion of the 1776 Guest House) and built barns and other out buildings. It is documented that his farm was one of the finest in the township. Around 1750, Richard Bowlby married Mary Drake and it is reported they had thirteen children, but public records can only account for eleven children: Elizabeth, Martha, Abraham, Mary, Rachel, Sarah, Richard Jr., Catharine, Thomas, George and Josiah. On September 17, 1772, Richard Bowlby was appointed Justice of the Peace for Sussex County by the Governor’s Council held at Perth Amboy. Commencing in 1765, England levied a series of taxes upon the colonies, which were met with much resentment and stiff opposition. Over the ensuing years, tensions heightened the political differences between the “Tories” (Loyalists) who supported the Crown and the “Whigs” (Rebels) who sided with those who wanted to rebel against England. By 1774, hundreds of men loyal to Britain were apprehended, dragged into the court of public inquiry and forced to sign pledges of support to the Continental Congress and the local governments. Loyalists were branded as traitors and were despised and treated with the utmost contempt by the Rebels. Richard Bowlby was a Loyalist (or “Tory”) and on February 12, 1776 he was arrested and forced to appear before the Committee of Safety for the Township of Mansfield Woodhouse. He was interrogated and witnesses were brought forth attesting to his allegiance to the Crown. It was resolved he pay the costs of the prosecution, pay a sum of money for good behavior in the future and yield all his weapons. He was also stripped of his title, Justice of the Peace. Richard and his family were forced to abandon their property in December of 1776. They fled to New York City which was harboring British Loyalists. Commencing in 1776, groups of loyalists including the Bowlby family began to relocate and settle in Nova Scotia. The Bowlby property was sold at a public auction where it was purchased by Captain Benjamin McCullough for ₤5580. Source: “They Came to the Valley” The Bowlby’s of Nova Scotia Also The Thomas Bowlby(8) Branch; Author Ewart Donald Bowlby. June 27, 2006

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Welcome to our restored guest house where the blend of vintage craftsmanship and 21st Century technology come together to offer you a peaceful experience bordering the 5th hole of Hawk Pointe Golf Course (view our website for course details at www.hawkpointegolf.com). The Historic 1776 Guest House combines the interesting history of its 1700’s roots with today’s technology to provide controlled central heating and cooling and tankless hot water heater that will ultimately be powered by its own ground array of solar panels. Our facilities offer four bedrooms with the ultimate comfort of pillow-top queen-size beds, two pull-out sofa beds and two spacious full baths. Amenities include high definition TV, local phone, wireless internet access. Morning coffee is provided at our kitchen coffee bar. Continental breakfast and box lunches are available on request. Daily lunch and dinner is available at the Hawk Pointe Clubhouse. Reservations Room reservations may be made by calling:

Reservations confirmed upon receipt of a major credit card or one-night deposit check. We do request that you give us 24-hours notice if you need to cancel. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start of the reservation will incur a charge of one nights’ stay. No-shows will be charged for a one-night stay. Gift certificates are available. These certificates are valid for one year and are non-refundable. Check-In and Check-Out Policy Check-in time is from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. Check-out time is by 11:00am. Please contact us to inquire about availability of an earlier or later check-in or check-out time. Occupancy Maximum occupancy per queen-bed room is two persons.

Children: Well-behaved young adults over the age of 16 are welcomed. There are no in-room trundles or roll-away bed options, additional queen-bed rooms may be required. Pets: Regrettably, pets are not permitted.

Historic 1776 Guest House Smoking The entire guest house interior is non-smoking. Smoking is permitted on the patio and grounds where care and cleanliness is expected. Cooking and Fireplace Facilities are not designed for indoor cooking. Please contact the Golf Club for dining, refreshments and catering options. We ask that guests do not use the fireplaces Liquor Responsible consumption of your own wine, beer or alcoholic beverages is permitted. Refrigerator, ice, and limited supply of glassware is provided. Theft and Damages Guests assume responsibility for any damage or loss. Parking Ample off-road parking is available next to the barns. Golfers may overnight golf carts with prior daily arrangements at the Hawk Pointe Golf Shop. Keys must be removed when left unattended. Massage Therapy Enjoy a therapeutic and rehabilitative guest house massage by our certified massage therapists. Please contact our Member Services Manager at Hawk Pointe Golf Club for appointment opportunities. Introductory Stay & Play Package Rates

Rates are subject to 7% New Jersey Sales Tax. Packages incorporating seasonal recreational activities such as fly-fishing, canoeing,

kayaking, skiing and more are available on request. Hawk Pointe Members and Member-Sponsored Guests receive 20% off above rates.

Standard Rates NO GOLF

STAY ONLY and OFF SEASON

Tee Times After 9:30am (Based on Availability) 1-Foursome of Golf Including Cart

STAY & PLAY 18 Holes

PLAY, STAY & PLAY AGAIN 36 Holes

Weekday Per Night (Monday-Thursday) $295 / 4 person group $395 / Foursome $695 / Foursome Weekend Per Night (Friday-Sunday) $495 / 4 person group $595 / Foursome $895 / Foursome Weekly (Saturday to Saturday) $1,695 / 4 person group $1,995 / Foursome $2,495 / Foursome

Marie Cascio 908-834-1355mariecas70@hotmail.com