Wyndclyffe, the once grand Norman-style mansion near Rhinebeck, New York, is being transformed after decades of abandonment. Built in 1853 for New York City socialite Elizabeth Schermerhorn Jones, the mansion, originally called Rhinecliff, was known for its elaborate brickwork and luxurious gatherings that may have inspired the phrase “keeping up with the Joneses.” Frequented by writer Edith Wharton in her youth, the house holds a significant place in Hudson Valley history. Now, after over 70 years of neglect, Wyndclyffe is being restored to its former glory, blending its rich Gilded Age past with a modern vision for the future.
4×5 sheet photos were found by the architects on site. These images show glimpses of the grand interiors, although even at this point in time the degradation of the interior can easily be seen.
One of the first projects was to drill for a new well. We ended up having to drill 300 feet down before hitting a depth we know will keep
