Old Rectory 2

Old Rectory is a Private home built by Captain George Dew around 1699 and is one of the oldest buildings in Bermuda. George Dew was initially a pirate and a slave trader. Subsequently he was reformed and became a nice man.

But this old house which is located in St. George's town, became well known for another reason. Alexander Richardson, a bishop lived in this house between 1763 and 1805. He was the rector of the St. Peter's Church and therefore the house was named as such. Richardson had a nickname ‘The Little Bishop’.

Old Rectory with its wonderful garden area is an example of an old traditional Bermudian architecture. It is built with white limestone. There is a welcoming armed staircase that leads you to the main door. The windows are placed high under the eaves. Inside, you will see cedar beams. There are multiple chimneys on both sides of the house.

The property is owned and managed by Bermuda National Trust. It is open to visitors usually on Wednesday afternoons between November to March. The Trust also rents out this property for private use. However recently, the use of the property as private residence has become restricted.

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