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3232 Lake Shore Drive, Lake George, New York, United States, 12845
One of the historic waterfront mansions in Lake George, New York, has changed hands for $5,000,000 after sitting on the market since 2008, when it had an asking price of $17,900,000. While it would be unfortunate to see this stunning house demolished, it’s concerning that the latest listing hinted at possible development projects that involve blueprints which do not require any variances. Named ‘Wikiosco,’ which means Home on Beautiful Waters in Algonquin Indian, this mansion boasts breathtaking views of the lake. This impressive Tudor Revival structure features 9 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, situated on a sprawling 6.27-acre lot with 545 feet of lakefront access. Constructed around 1895, Wikiosco is a prime example of Tudor Revival design and stands out as one of the best-preserved mansions from its era on the aptly named “Millionaire’s Row” along the lake’s western shore. It was commissioned by Royal C. Peabody, the founder of Brooklyn Con Edison, and was crafted by the architectural firm Ludlow and Peabody. The property still showcases many original features such as intricately carved oak doors, oak beams, beautiful stained glass windows, and elegant crown moldings. The main house spans over 20,000 square feet and rises three and a half stories, offering spectacular views of Lake George. The surrounding lawns gracefully slope towards the pool, dock, and lake, adorned with perennial gardens that bloom throughout the seasons. The mansion was once listed at $17,900,000 in 2008 and later at $12,900,000 before decreasing to $7,900,000.. *The latest listing featured the property mostly unfurnished; however, we’ve included images from earlier listings that showcase it fully furnished.
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