The history of Inside The Bungalow has been entrenched in healing and creativity since its inception. Two turn of the century bungalow style homes situated on 1/3 of an acre create a beautiful oasis in the heart of downtown Mesa.
Dr. Eli Openshaw
The first house on our property (cafe) was built in 1916 by one of Mesa’s first physicians, Dr. Eli Openshaw. Dr. Openshaw lived here with his wife and five children. One of Dr. Openshaw’s, Mr. Stapley, has been kind enough to bring us old photos and the history of the Openshaw family.
Lynn Valentine
Lynn Valentine was a creative genius. One of his trademark designs is the twisted chimney above the cafe. Mr. Valentine moved the back house to the property in the 1980s. Mr. Valentine was responsible for many of the eclectic trinkets located throughout the property. He used pots from the first Mezona Inn to create the columns from the porch and front gazebo.
Jan Paderewski
J.P. as she is known to all that love and adore her created a haven in the 1990s called Coffee Talk. We refer to J.P. as the Magyver of Shabby Chick. She can take cheesecloth and a tooth pick and make it look fantastic. Her love and passion created a place where everyone felt welcome.
Betty Freeman and Carrie Hensley
To be mother/daughter and business partners is a tremendous gift. Inside The Bungalow, with its bungalow style homes and mature trees feels reminiscence of where we are originally from, the mid-west. We are committed to helping our guests create a healthy lifestyle, one that nurtures mind, body, and spirit by offering yoga, workshops, natural food and beverages and eco-friendly wedding options.
