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The Inn at Ragged Edge opened in the fall of 2010 after Lew and Fran Martin spent months renovating and updating the historic mansion that sits atop a Pennsylvania hillside known as the Ragged Edge. In April of 2015, the Kipes were handed the keys to the iconic Chambersburg landmark and now they begin their journey to continue the tradition of innkeeping excellence established by the Martins.
Meet the Kipes…
Meet the Kipes…
Ken
Ken, the son of missionary parents, born and raised in Southern Africa (Zambia and Zimbabwe) is the one who stays as far away from the cooking as he can; but, if you would like a tour and hear about the history of the house, he's the one to go to. Along with keeping up with the Bed & Breakfast, he works in the fabrication department at Martin's Famous Pastry Shoppe here in Chambersburg. In his free time, you can find Ken remodeling houses and turning them into homes. Ken also enjoys spending time with his wonderful family.
Barb
Barb (Varvara is her Russian name) adds more international flavor to our family and she is definitely the one responsible for your delicious meals. She loves experimenting with new recipes (Ken being the guinea pig) as she plans her menus for the Bed & Breakfast. Her amazing works of "counted cross-stitch" art can be seen on display throughout the home. Barb also enjoys getting involved at church. Her wonderful meals and amazing cleaning skills help keep the Inn in tip-top shape.
Kiryl
Kiryl is Ken and Barb's oldest child, who began working at Nutrient Control Systems in Chambersburg in 2015, shortly after finishing four years of service in the US Marine Corps. He graduated from high school in 2010. Kiryl mostly enjoys doing behind-the-scenes work, but if you snoop around enough, you might catch a glimpse of him here and there.
Sophie
Sophie, Ken and Barb's oldest daughter, is nineteen years old and is currently studying at college in the Pittsburgh area. When she is home on breaks, she likes to assist Barb in the kitchen, help Ken with technical things, and clean & decorate rooms in the Inn. Sophie loves to spend her time traveling, reading, playing music, and hanging out with friends.
Nadine
Nadine is twelve years old, and enjoys being the (not-so-little-anymore) baby of the family. She has a lot of fun doing odd jobs around the house, along with helping Barb with the cooking and cleaning. Nadine is in eighth grade and loves playing volleyball, baking, and spending time with her friends.
Kiryl is Ken and Barb's oldest child, who began working at Nutrient Control Systems in Chambersburg in 2015, shortly after finishing four years of service in the US Marine Corps. He graduated from high school in 2010. Kiryl mostly enjoys doing behind-the-scenes work, but if you snoop around enough, you might catch a glimpse of him here and there.
Sophie
Sophie, Ken and Barb's oldest daughter, is nineteen years old and is currently studying at college in the Pittsburgh area. When she is home on breaks, she likes to assist Barb in the kitchen, help Ken with technical things, and clean & decorate rooms in the Inn. Sophie loves to spend her time traveling, reading, playing music, and hanging out with friends.
Nadine
Nadine is twelve years old, and enjoys being the (not-so-little-anymore) baby of the family. She has a lot of fun doing odd jobs around the house, along with helping Barb with the cooking and cleaning. Nadine is in eighth grade and loves playing volleyball, baking, and spending time with her friends.