National Historic Landmark-Top Cottage
National Historical Landmark-Top Cottage
Constructed in 1938, during Franklin Delano Roosevelt's second term in office, this small stone cottage served as his private country retreat for the rest of his presidency.
Architect Henry Toombs designed the cottage under Roosevelt's direction, and it embodies the President's strong interest in the early history and architecture of the Hudson Valley.
Many features were specifically designed to accommodate Roosevelt's need for wheelchair accessibility. Consequently, of all the buildings associated with Roosevelt, Top Cottage is the most poignant and personal reminder of his private life while he was President of the United States.
The house is open to the public as part of the Roosevelt-Vanderbilt National Historic Site.
Courtesy National Park Service National Historical Landmarks
