Meet the Innkeepers
Anne Pomykala
Owner
Gramercy Mansion became what it is today all because of Anne's love for history and eye for a diamond in the rough. Anne and her husband, Ron, were driving through Baltimore after visiting with a friend when they noticed the 45-acre estate up for auction in 1985. The Pomykalas placed the winning bid and became the new owners of the historic Tudor-style mansion circa 1902. They began to make many necessary repairs and renovations to the home and property and decided to open their new residence to the public as a bed and breakfast and event venue. The artwork, furnishings and eclectic antiques decorating the mansion have been collected by Anne and Ron on their travels across the country and around the world. The landscape design featuring an Edwardian center circle garden, the lower garden overlooking the valley and shaded paths winding around the Mansion are also Anne's vision and creation. In keeping the spirit of the Koinonia Foundation alive (the estate's previous resident), Anne continues to maintain and operate Koinonia Farm, Maryland's oldest certified organic farm established in 1950.
Some of Anne's other restoration projects in Baltimore include renovations to a series of Federal-style row homes in historic Jonestown, now 1840s Carrollton Inn, a 13-room boutique bed & breakfast, and renovations to the Fava Building, formerly home to the Baltimore City Life Museums, now 1840s Plaza, an authentic Baltimore event location featuring four floors of unique and elegant banquet space. Anne also sits on the board of the Carroll Museums and has been active in restoring the historic Carroll Mansion and Phoenix Shot Tower and re-opening them to the public.
Cristin Kline
General Manager
Cristin is the fifth of six children and the youngest daughter of Anne and Ron Pomykala. Cristin's background has made her job as General Manager at Gramercy Mansion a natural fit. She grew up in Bethesda, Maryland but always loved to travel, inspiring her move to Sanibel Island, Florida following graduation from high school. There, she received her degree in International Business with a minor in Management from Eckerd College in 1988 after completing a semester abroad in 1986 at the American College of Switzerland. Cristin's affinity for travel took her around the world for the next few years - backpacking through Europe, skiing in Colorado, and exploring the Caribbean. She eventually returned to Florida, this time living in Boca Raton, where she rekindled her relationship with now husband, Tim Kline. In 1992, Cristin moved to Baltimore and became manager of Gramercy Mansion. Tim moved to Baltimore with her and they were married in 1996, celebrating with a reception at Gramercy. They now have three children, Alexander, Julia, and Justin. Cristin continues to manage and oversee Gramercy's bed and breakfast operations, event rentals and the property's tenants while Tim manages the 1840s Carrollton Inn.
Bill Duffy
Executive Innkeeper
If you've enjoyed the fresh-baked breads during your stay at Gramercy, they are compliments of the talented Bill Duffy. Our executive innkeeper enjoys spending time in the kitchen baking when he has a free moment between check-out and check-in. Bill has welcomed Gramercy's bed & breakfast guests with his witty sense of humor since 2004 and has become like a member of the family to many of our repeat visitors. His is also an ordained officiate, performing wedding ceremonies in the Baltimore area and beyond. Bill resides with his two beloved dogs, Huckleberry and Finnegan. Be sure to ask about them when you next visit… he'll be sure to show you a picture and treat you to a story!
Maria Webb
Corporate Events Specialist
Maria has been greeting Gramercy's guests with her friendly and welcoming smile since 1996. She is often the first person you will see in the morning, serving fresh hot coffee and a delicious breakfast to overnight guests. Maria also oversees corporate meetings, seminars and retreats, working personally with each client to plan an ideal event from start to finish, including food and beverage service, A/V rentals, room set up and more. Married to husband Kevin Webb and proud mom to Sierra, one dog and two cats, Maria enjoys gardening, movies, and dining out with friends during her free time.
