109 Beach Ave., Atlantic Beach lizabeth and Frank Guidone purchased their Atlantic Beach home in 2015 from the Fechtal family, who had owned the house since 1950. “We absolutely love Atlantic Beach. We have seen quite a change in 20 years and love what the town has become.” Built in 1912, the home carries a fascinating history. “The Fechtals used to rent it during the summers when it was known as the Needlepoint Inn. We think it was originally built as a bed and breakfast with 14 bedrooms. Original room numbers are still on the bedroom doors. We have heard it also was a convalescent house for people with tuberculosis.” Shortly after purchasing the property, the Guidones renovated the kitchen, bathrooms, and combined two of the bedrooms, leaving 12 bedrooms. They also added a two-bedroom guest house (pictured right) behind the main house.
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