​​Lyndhurst Mansion - A Gilded Age Masterpiece Along the Hudson​​

📍 ​​Lyndhurst Mansion​​ 635 S Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591 Step into the lavish world of railroad tycoon Jay Gould at this breathtaking 19th-century estate, where American industrial history meets Gothic Revival grandeur. 🏰 ​​The Backstory:​​ Built in 1838, this stone marvel was home to three powerful families before becoming Gould's summer retreat. Unlike flashy Vanderbilt or Rockefeller, Gould quietly donated millions anonymously - his private diaries reveal a surprisingly philanthropic soul. ✨ ​​Must-See Highlights:​​ Tiffany Glass Windows​​: The legendary designer was literally their neighbor! ​​Original Furnishings​​: Walk through perfectly preserved parlors and bedrooms ​​67-Acre Grounds​​: Romantic gardens with Hudson River views 🎤 ​​Tour Tip:​​ The $25 guided tour (especially with Nathan!) brings the mansion's scandals and secrets to life - including: Gould's epic battles with J.P. Morgan Why he was America's most hated (yet misunderstood) billionaire The mansion's cameo in Dark Shadows 💒 ​​Special Events:​​ From jazz concerts to Halloween ghost tours, check their calendar before visiting! 🚂 ​​Getting There:​​ Metro-North to Tarrytown (~50 mins from GCT) Quick Uber ride (or scenic 30-min walk along the river) 💰 ​​Budget:​​ $35-50 including train & tour ​​#LyndhurstMansion #GildedAge #HudsonValley #NYDayTrip #HistoricHomes #TarrytownNY #CastleVibes #ArchitectureLovers #NYCHistory #WeekendGetaway #MansionGoals #AmericanCastles #RailroadBarons #JayGould #HiddenNY​​