A WINDOW
INTO THE PAST
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
The estate’s history dates back to the Revolutionary War era, when the site served as a British fortification. In 1879, the property was transformed into a summer residence by the architectural firm McKim, Mead, and White, who designed the original structure. The mansion was later expanded in 1900, adopting a Tudor Revival style characterized by its brick and limestone construction and distinctive conical tower.
CULTURAL LEGACY
The estate has hosted renowned artists, including cellist Yo-Yo Ma, who recorded in the ballroom, and musician Billy Joel, who praised the property’s views and played the piano in the ballroom. Additionally, the mansion has been featured in television productions such as “Royal Pains” (Season 2, Episode 11) and “The Real Housewives of New York City” (Season 10, Episode 6).
