Great Homes, Great Camps, & Grand Hotels in the Mountains & Lakes of the Great Northeast

HenFeathers team visited some wonderful Great Homes and Gardens, Great Camps, and Grand Hotels in the Mountains & Lakes of the Great Northeast; Hildene (Robert Lincoln Family Home), Great Camp Sagamore, Mirror Lake Inn, and the Equinox Hotel. Learn more about these wonderful Garden Homes & Hotels below.

Hildene, Robert Lincoln Family Mountain Home

Hildene, the Lincoln Family Home in Manchester, Vermont, epitomizes a harmonious blend of architecture and landscape. Built by Robert Todd Lincoln in 1905, the house showcases a Georgian Revival style with its symmetrical facade and elegant proportions. Its expansive gardens are a testament to early 20th-century landscape design, featuring formal beds, a rose garden, and manicured lawns. The meticulously restored grounds include the historic Dene Farm, where heirloom vegetables and flowers reflect a commitment to preservation. The estate's panoramic views of the Green Mountains further enhance its charm, illustrating how architectural sophistication and natural beauty complement each other seamlessly. Hildene integrates historical integrity, the natural landscape, and architectural artistry delightfully.

Great Camp Sagamore the Vanderbilts Adirondack Great Camp

Great Camp Sagamore, located in the Adirondacks of New York, is a premier example of rustic Adirondack architecture integrated with the natural landscape. Built in 1897, the camp reflects the grandeur of the Great Camps era with its impressive log cabins, steeply pitched roofs, and stone fireplaces. The architecture is designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding wilderness, incorporating local materials and a low profile that respects the natural environment and enhance the natural landscape, with native species and strategic placement that highlight the area's inherent beauty. Great Camp Sagamore stands as a testament to early conservationist principles and the elegance of understated, nature-integrated design.

Historic Grand Hotels

-Mirror Lake Inn, Lake Placid, NY, Adirondacks

The historic grand hotels of the Adirondacks, such as the Mirror Lake Inn in Lake Placid, New York, showcase the region's blended rustic and opulent hospitality and architectural splendor. Established in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, these hotels feature a distinctive blend of Victorian, Arts and Crafts and natural rustic styles, characterized by their expansive porches, gabled roofs, and elaborate woodwork. The Mirror Lake Inn, with its charming lakefront setting, combines classic elegance with modern comforts. Gardens surrounding these grand hotels are meticulously maintained, often including lush flower beds and manicured lawns that offer guests a serene retreat. These historic properties remain iconic symbols of Adirondack luxury and architectural tradition, providing a glimpse into a bygone era of grandeur.

-Equinox Hotel

The Equinox Hotel in Manchester, Vermont, is a stunning example of elegant Vermont (VT?) architecture and serene landscape design. The hotel's design seamlessly integrates traditional New England charm with the rugged beauty of the surrounding landscape. Its architectural features blend classic Georgian elements, highlighted by a grand facade with expansive windows that invite natural light and offer breathtaking views of the surrounding Green Mountains. The gardens surrounding the hotel are a testament to meticulous landscaping, with lush, manicured lawns, and vibrant flower beds. This harmonious combination of architectural grace and natural beauty provides guests with a luxurious retreat that celebrates both historical craftsmanship and the splendor of Vermont's landscape.

The beautiful gardens, homes, and hotels amongst the lakes and mountains of the northeast inspire our design senses! They define the classic lodge and cabin and rustic New England style that we all know and love.