13100 sq ft Mansion on over 5 Acres
Walter C. Witherbee house (known as "Ledgetop" is of the Shingle Style and built in 1890s.
Written c.1985 by Division of Historic Preservation - Building Structure Inventory - The Shingle Style - The Walter C. Witherbee House on Stone Street in the village of Port Henry is by far the most sophisticated example of the style to be found in the Town of Moriah. Built in the 1890s for one of the town's most affluent citizens--a partner in the iron company of Witherbee Sherman & Company--this house displays the taut, wood shingled wall and roof surfaces and contrasting use of rough stone that is so characteristic of the style. Corner towers and a porte-cochere, all having conical roofs, add to the elegance of the design. Original small-paned window sash survive in many places, as well as a number of pointed arch windows on the rear service wing."
Mrs. Witherbee sold it in 1940 to the village. The American Legion purchased from the village in 1946. It was then sold to the Knights of Columbus until they closed in the early 1980's. Since then their have been two private owners.
This magnificent Queen-Anne- Shingle circa 1890's offers 13,100 sq.ft. and is situated on a spacious 5.13 acre lot with views of Lake Champlain and Vermont and is located in the heart of the Adirondacks. On the grounds is a 250 yr old Ginkgo tree which was shipped from China. The only one to be known in the North Country.
The mansion has been gutted and most recent the current owner has done major renovations to the foundation, drainage, new water and sewer lines, new power lines with a 400 amp service entrance, new roof with architectural shingles, 5 original fireplaces on the first floor and 4 on the second floor.Still intact is the elegant oak stairway with beautiful oak spun columns and railings. It is still in the renovation phase and available are preliminary plans with a licensed engineer. It was slated for a 16 room bed & breakfast or convert to a grand estate or retreat. Call Robbin today for more info and your personal preview!!!
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