HOUSE TOUR | Inside a Gut-Renovated 115-year-old Victorian Home in California

Home renovation blogger Erin Conway takes us inside her beautiful 1909 Victorian vernacular home in Pacific Grove, California.
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Erin Conway, the creative mind behind the popular blog Kismet House, shares the journey of transforming her 1909 Victorian vernacular home into a cozy, warm, and inviting space. Nestled in the town of Pacific Grove, this historic gem retains much of its original character while embracing modern touches that enhance its charm.
Erin's thoughtful renovations blend the old with the new, creating a harmonious balance between historical authenticity and contemporary comfort. Enjoy!
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[@lorrainebrown3881]

Girl, your aesthetic is like entering a Renaissance painting in the 21st century! You have an amazing eye and talent!! Your talent is above all commercial grade and anything on market today!... Lamp shade mirrors scalloped sink!! Just fabulous!!❤

[@teresaanderson1313]

Love this comment ❤️ her home is most definitely a reflection of her sweet personality and her passion for crafting such a lovely home ❤

[@Paula-sw2tt]

Of all of the Home Worthy tours that I have seen,, I like this one the best! Beautiful. As a plant collector, I would have real house plants. The light in this home is wonderful.

[@brendawood6712]

I agree!

[@sonumishra1673]

Me too😊

[@Gurlbyetalli]

I totally feel the same !

[@trulocks]

Yes...agree

[@LourdesDubaia-jn4uw]

Não sabia que na Califórnia tinha esse tipo de casa.

[@beckya1809]

This home is among the best I’ve ever seen! This designer has a brilliant mind ❤️

[@AlwaysLearning123]

Love this house. It is not a massive, characterless mansion. The designer has such great taste to put everything together in an elegant way. Many of the Homeworthy episodes all look very similar. But this one definitely stands out! LOVE IT!

[@cathywhite169]

I love this house and this lady. I love that this house is NOT another huge white house that looks like you don’t live in the home. This one is warm and cozy! I have been to this area of CA. I could move right in this home. One of my favorites.

[@kathyestes6577]

Pacific Grove is such a little treasure in Monterey. I so wanted to buy a home there when my husband was assigned at the Defense Language Institute. We just couldn’t afford even a fixer. This home is just perfectly restored. It was fun for me to see someone live my dream.

[@susannagiesey9657]

Her last remark about not being "forever home" people, but home being about the people living in the home resonated with me. It's good to be reminded of that.

[@annjohnson8437]

Everything about this home is special and absolutely gorgeous. This woman is a true interior design artist! The light fixtures she designed are incredible! Thank you for this inspiring tour! ❤

[@JoyChun0508]

The kitchen is a dream 😍

[@claudiamann7111]

Absolutely gorgeous!! Thank you so much for saving a great older home. It looks so cozy and comfortable and I love all the soft paint colors.

[@pauliemoisuk5945]

I just couldn’t believe how she could see so much potential in this home. It looked like there was so little to work with, very uninspiring. Yet she could see something that I would have never, even in my wildest dreams, imagined. It is absolutely beautiful!

[@GeorgeChorianopoulos]

One of the best’s Homeworthy homes!!! So beautiful ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@cliffordl.4022]

She is really living large in a smallish home. All of the pieces are beautifully proportioned to the rooms. Elegant, stylish, and gorgeous!

[@usa-girl911]

Im not sure I’ve ever loved a home and so many things inside it and features of it, in one of these Homeworthy tours, as much as this one. I absolutely LOVE it!!! There are other homes shown on here so far, I’ve really jived with as well. But there was always a portion of the home and decor that wasn’t really my “style.” But this one? I’d say I loved 98% of everything about it. I left off 2% just bc there must be something I would do differently, I just can’t think of it right now, lol. I also recognized several items of decor that I have in my own home. Thanks to Targét 😂 EDIT: To add a shout out to the editing and camera angles etc…by your staff on this tour. Adding in her own videos showing before shots was wonderful. I just really enjoyed this one a lot. Enough to make such a long comment. I rarely do. So thank you all involved. It will be added to “My Favorites” list on YT! 🥰

[@margosnyder5311]

What a beautiful home, and our host is down to earth and not the least bit pretentious. Love the mantle in the living room, and the kitchen is amazing.

[@jacquelinejones8252]

I don't what it is about THIS HOME, but I was totally engaged. The work & end result is fabulous in every way. Her design is so warm, cozy, attractive, & inviting. To look at a home for renovation & be blessed to have a vision, execute it, & sit back & enjoy how this home embraces you is wonderful! LOVED this Homeworthy tour, but then, I enjoyed many of the homes featured.

[@quokkakola1722]

I’ve been following Erin on IG for a while now, at the start of the kitchen renovation, and her vision, the process, the way it all comes together, I love love love it. That big chunky archway, the lighting, the transitional elements of old and new. I look at her kitchen and there’s something about it I just can’t help but love. Even though her color palette is muted, it’s not grey. What sorcery is that when they weather there is literally grey 90% of the year?! When I get big girl money, I’m getting a design consult with her so she can help fix my 90s cookie cutter house. What a gift she has!

[@gladysperez8156]

Mrs. Conoway’s home is a dream, homey. An honestly inspired homemade treasure home. I love crown molding . The kitchen reminds me of an English cottage painting. She says that the kitchen is a showpiece but I think that every room is delightful to be in it. The kitchen’s french windows are great. I can see that not just $$$ went into this house renovation but Love, desire, & designs thought went into Mrs and Mr. Conoway. I hope that they and their families continue to enjoy their home as I did . Mrs. Conoway thank you for not being pretentious even thought you could be if you want to, but your sincere and humbleness manners makes me happy and glee with enjoyment..

[@nopressurenodiamonds5566]

Best Homeworthy tour I have ever seen. TBH I don't care for many of the home tours on this channel (sorry had to say it) many of them are not my style, usually too cluttered or too eclectic or dark. This home is absolutely perfect!

[@cathayyy]

Favorite episode of Home Worthy I’ve ever seen! Love her stuff, style, and down to earth personality. The mix of high/low makes it so approachable! Also did anyone catch who made her kitchen cabinets?!

[@Firstnaturalhomestead]

Very beautiful, soft and subtlety feminine, comfortable and inviting. Nicely done. I love the lighting. So tastefully decorated.

[@manarcabrera2528]

The light fixture in the pink living room is gorgeous.

[@jeremyburton1443]

Home is a tour de force. I want it. Designer is a remarkable talent.

[@MarilynBurubeltz]

I totally agree with other viewers, this is probably my most favorite home tour so far!! I don’t believe I would change a single thing in this home, it is just so warm and inviting and each detail seems to be intentional! I could move in today and all my belongings would fit so well, our decorating seems to be on the same level👍 I will definitely look into purchasing some of the lighting she has designed for my current home. I want sconces through out my home and noticed how she managed to do exactly that even with the other hanging, table and floor lamps scattered through out👍👍👍 A Beautiful and comfortable home, well done!

[@BetsyMagee-f4z]

A lovely, graceful, happy home.

[@Helen-oj7sm]

Beautiful & so sensitively renovated

[@hereiswisdom]

I absolutely LOVE this home, such beautiful, classic, elegant and timeless style!! This is truly my dream home!!❤❤❤❤

[@Gurlbyetalli]

I second that -amazing !

[@veronicamorris5476]

Homey but not cluttered!...beautiful!

[@janinedevilliers510]

Lovely lady, beautiful home. Everything has been carefully thought out and works in every part of the home. The designed hanging light fitting the owner created is lovely. So much talent. I wish her and her family many years of happiness in their beautiful home.

[@ronelleharris5677]

I absolutely loved everything in this home. One of THE BEST home tours in HOMEWORTHY by far 👏🏼

[@elizabethbrehm8996]

This home is breathtaking.. I will need to watch it again and again.. I love it..

[@kimowen339]

The attention to detail is amazing. Well done!

[@ynhingo4856]

Best HW tour. House is beautiful and host was eloquent and great storyteller. Kept me intrigued thru whole tour. I usually do not finish a whole video, but her house and personality kept me entertained until the end.

[@maureendhaene4346]

Incredibly talented designer with exquisite taste and design sensibility. She and Matt make a great team and I love watching their work.

[@carrieoswald5011]

Loved this. The host is down to earth and fun to watch. Beautiful home.

[@lisagorman2480]

Gorgeous! I loved the tour and I really appreciate the explanation of why she chose what she chose in every room. Her love of home is palpable. Great job!

[@vickitaylor7509]

I believe this is one of the best Home worthy tours that I really enjoy the most❤️

[@lessiejoubert829]

Love it!!! It’s not a 1909 museum.

[@apwillia81]

Truly one of the best home tours I have seen to date ! The quality of work done here looks effortless-So warm and cozy!

[@amarballal2076]

My favourite of all homes i have seen so far....this home feels so cosy and happily livable!!!!

[@darrisnelson5223]

So beautifully done! what a pleasure to see a home with a mix of fine furniture, Facebook marketplace, fines, and even Target! Love her style!

[@laurenl5843]

Classic design. Great attention to detail. Respect for the history of the house. This is a wonderful home. Thank you so much for sharing! 🏡💜😊

[@kbtexas2142]

🤯👏I LOVE this home, especially the kitchen! Excellent job on . . . EVERYTHING: use of space, color, cabinetry, hardware, lighting, furniture, decor, all of it (and I typically don't even like Victorians). The host is so well spoken (I usually have to watch on mute or click off) and down to earth, the hour flew by! 💙

[@reneeshindore45]

That arch detail is fantastic. Beautiful!

[@shonabeggs4640]

Exceptionally well done. Colours are superb throughout. Definitely in my top 10 favourite home's.

[@jannypac]

Love this warm and inviting home…definitely one of my absolute favorites 😊

[@sandymoore2136]

Glad this isn’t the “last” we’ll see of you. You are such a joy

[@charlottewalker3810]

I'm saving this one as inspiration for my own home. Just so much I love. Especially love her lights above the kitchen island!

[@brendabrunson894]

So beautiful!

[@princebuster93]

Absolutely gorgeous, very stylish interiors and what a great job restoring it. 👏🏻🔥💥🙂🇬🇧

[@milla411]

Love your space, all of it, in particular that unique charming chandelier in your living room and your art deco cabinet. Just the entire space seem so soothing, delicate, fresh, very lovely!

[@francenekomsa8157]

One of my favorite homes...love the kichen and dining area. Talented homeowners.

[@simritadhillon583]

Beautifully restored home! It looks so welcoming and modern and fresh ! Brilliant execution. Inspiring.

[@sandylmcallister]

Your house is amazing! I loved everything about it. Great Job!

[@lovelyamerah]

Love this home!! That blue kitchen hutch is so beautiful 😊❤

[@Monkey-oy1us]

I love LOVE her style!!!

[@lindaortolano7837]

Erin did a fabulous job creating a cozy, comfortable home!! I love it! :)

[@marysuecritchlow819]

Erin’s kitchen from her previous home was the inspiration for our Wellington, New Zealand kitchen.

[@LucyAuburn]

The archway into the kitchen and the kitchen itselves are things of extreme originality and beauty.

[@irenakozmos7373]

I love it, when a historic property comes into the right hands, this home is so beautiful! And the thought at the end is something more people should consider.

[@lianeabeyta4515]

I can so relate to the visual of adding of something as simple as the 3 steps and newel post. Every inch of charm is worth it. I don't even have stairs and thought of making a 3 step entry newell post just for a charm factor. I was going to use it as a book shelf. I love the mix of high low furniture pieces. I am not a showroom ,matchy matchy girl. I like a room to look like it was collected over time. The arch and chandelier into the kitchen is amazing! My favorite is the incredible dining room. The blue built in with the marble is amazing. And the small master with the wallpaper , and betas is the coziest ever!!!! Love it all.

[@deeanngunnells6867]

I love the statement that your home feels like a hug! I really love older homes too. What beautiful taste!

[@Gurlbyetalli]

Love the home the lady is amazing & her love for the Lord & the stories I was captivated Love Love Love this one !

[@midoann]

Thanks a lot to Homeworthy and Ms. Aaron Conway. She made me laughed when she said “ I just crossed my fingers that it would work I did one of these like things..” . She describes so well her experience that I imagine she is an excellent ID and has a wonderful communication with her clients 🎉

[@elveestef]

Absolutely stunning home 🏡💚

[@susanmark2000]

This is such a wonderful home. I enjoyed hearing from the owner, a very gracious host, about the development of this terrific space.

[@lynetteyoung9777]

I am so in love with your home and so grateful that you shared information about the remodeling. May I see more videos of you and our husband remodeling this home? Thank you Lyn😃

[@carolynsteele5404]

Did I miss it? What about the white elephant in the room, the picture with the slash across the eyes?

[@shilohbreigh3591]

I absolutely love her taste in design and her decorating❣️❣️❣️. Her home is BEAUTIFUL, yet, cozy and warm.👏👏👏♥️♥️♥️

[@loriwhinery3210]

Love,love,love her kitchen, she’s giving me so many ideas!❤️

[@katysummer9418]

Closed cabinets are so much more practible in a kitchen. I was never a fan of open shelving because it will collect a lot of dust or grease over time. Nice house very tastefully designed.

[@jeanninesefiddashti8311]

This home is my favorite! I love the color choices…beautiful 🤩

[@staceywong2036]

I love listening to Erin talk about her home 😊one of my favorite homeworthy homes

[@rebeccafrye4332]

This house is gorgeous. Beautiful but doesn’t feel over the top.

[@MsMass1019]

Of all the Homeworthy house tours I've viewed your home is absolutely my favorite. Each and every detail from the paint colors to the furnishings are exquisite. Loved ALL the lighting fixtures especially the one over the dining table. Your presentation was so refreshing, natural and unpretentious. You are an incredibly talented designer. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. ❤😍💝🏆✨

[@shannonstewart-coffelt6114]

love the aesthetic. Also love that I can look for elements I liked on different websites. Pookie lighting! Perfect for our 185 year old stone plaster beast of a house.

[@JulietViney]

I’ve sent this to our architect and said THIS is my style! Thank you xx

[@amandagauthier-parker1399]

Wow. Every last detail is so beautiful! So impressed with her creativity in remodeling decisions! Not just restoration, but incredible improvements and beauty!

[@billiehicks6587]

This home is stunning and my hat’s off for the owners recreating the 1920’s essence of the home.❤

[@amberwaves2020]

Definitely one of my Homeworthy favorites! All the hard work put into restoring this home was so worth it. A perfect mix of vintage and modern. That kitchen is to die for!!! I think the only thing missing is books. I love this home and adore the down to earth nature of the owner. She is precious and an excellent designer.

[@designmorsels]

This is the best house tour so far. Love it.

[@diannalangleyknight1118]

this is one of my favourite tours so far thank you enjoyed watching this so much..

[@coletteg.4548]

One of my favorites !

[@ericajoyce3352]

which RTA store did you use and what is the paint color on the kitchen cabinets...Love this kitchen.

[@BarbaraPatton-v8z]

I would also like to know where the RTA cabinets were bought. Your kitchen is wonderful.

[@MidwestGirl]

Thank you for sharing - I truly enjoyed this home tour. This home is full of charm - it's just lovely.

[@Redpill1962]

The fridge set back in the wall is such a design win ! House is beautifully put together . Well done 🎉

[@kathleenstewart5837]

This is the perfect reimagined home. Well done!!!

[@elenap3096]

She’s brilliant! Every detail is meaningful and well planned. It is gorgeous to enjoy for many years and the paint color choices are beautiful and soothing. Plus the light fixtures she designed…perfect! I have a huge Anthropologie wall paper tapestry and love how she placed hers framed.

[@glendalafont1561]

She loves her home and so do I.

[@mabatoo]

I just want to visit it all the way from South Africa, Johannesburg. It is so grand and spectacular yet believable somehow. Everything is well appointed. The lights are amazing 🤩

[@kaydwierda3789]

What a wonderful, welcoming, and we'll done interior space. Visually pleasing everywhere. WELL DONE!!!

[@aisforashly-]

I’ve been waiting for this one!!! Erin’s home is my absolute favourite on Instagram!

[@Robin-no8cu]

I love this house! He’s made it not only beautiful but welcoming, elegant but relaxing, and finally, interesting even with a very limited palette. Mark is a true talent!

[@mkp8942]

Mural is amazing. I love it!

[@VMBeerli]

Beautiful home, and I agree w/ the comments...this is one of the best homes homeworthy has shown. She's got a great eye, and the house is quite dreamy. well done!

[@TheSushmaHomeSellingTeam]

This is an absolute gem specially with it's location. 💛💛

[@Amacott99]

Oh WOW……that lounge room and kitchen/dining. Absolutely stunning

[@olivia9066]

I don’t want the video will end! 😊 ❤

[@laurelsmitter9072]

I've been in the Erin FanClub for a while, so I was very excited to see this!

[@micheller7442]

This is one of the most unpretentious homes and hosts I’ve ever seen on Homeworthy, and it’s also one of the loveliest. The archway leading from the living room to the dining room and kitchen is fantastic, and she must really know what she’s doing to have come up with the idea to do that. It’s a very lovely home. Stylish without being over the to, and I can definitely could see myself living there without changing a thing.