HERITAGE ASSOCIATION OF SAN MARCOS
The Golden Legacy Tour of Homes approaching on Saturday, May 3, offers a rare experience: the return of the Barbee-Dake home’s interior for the first time in many years. Located in the heart of the Belvin Street Historic District, this 1906 masterpiece of architecture exudes timeless charm, fine craftsmanship and historic significance.
Originally built by J.H. Barbee, a prominent local figure involved in banking, real estate and cotton, the home has passed through the hands of many notable San Marcans — each leaving their mark. The current owners, the Dake family, have lovingly renovated the home since 2001, preserving its grace while restoring original details and adding rare architectural antiques, including stained, etched, and bev- eled glass, marble hearths and period light fixtures.
