The Montowese House – A Tribute by Nancy Noble Coykendall

The Montowese House, known as the Queen of the Sound,
was the largest hotel on the Connecticut shoreline. Three
generations of the William Bryan ran the hotel from 1866
until 1963. It had 142 rooms and was known for its fine
dining. Other amenities were tennis courts, horse back
riding, dancing, beautiful views and water activities.

A Presentation for the Branford Historical Society
November 20, 2003

Special Thanks To:
Lonnie Reed- Producer; Ann Chadderton- Editor
Ewa Buttolph- Initiator & Coordinator
David Buttolph- Music Composer & Arranger
Kate Newhall & Levin Pfeuffer- Graphics
Herbert S. Newman & Partners, P.C.- Facilities
Laurie Champagne; Branford Community TV
Nancy Nobel Coykendall