English-born Chris Allen began traveling at the tender age of 16, which landed him on various private yachts in the UK and the Mediterranean. One such encounter led to his first position in private service, with English aristocracy, based in Switzerland and the South of France. From there, he found employment in the United States (along with his lovely wife, Kim), where he managed several estates ending with a 34,000 sq. ft. Gold Coast mansion. After 19 years in private service, he decided to try his hand at running a business.
Chris and Kim started “A Butler’s Manor” in 2002 and built it up to be the top-rated Bed & Breakfast in Southampton, NY. They now enjoy retirement and look forward to whatever opportunities and challenges that may bring. The couple spends winters in Laguna Beach, CA, and summers in New England.