Ingleside
Why it's listed
Ingleside is a two and a half story summer house of frame and stone on the northeast tip of Cherry Island in the St. Lawrence River. Built around 1900 for New York merchant Abraham Abraham, it is asymmetrically massed, with towers, verandas and exposed stone foundations that jut from the steep hillside. Its style is picturesque eclectic, drawing on Queen Anne and Shingle features. Inside, natural finish wood paneling, built-in cabinets, leaded and stained glass, a large open staircase and massive stone fireplaces survive largely intact. The grounds hold an ice house, a boathouse with guest apartments, a gazebo, a terraced pool, a pumphouse and a small island reached by an arched walking bridge. The property is considered significant as one of the best preserved large summer residences built by wealthy families drawn to the Thousand Islands. Unlike many resort homes that declined or were demolished after the 1930s depression, it has been continuously maintained.
Significance in brief: The nomination argues Ingleside is a fine example of an eclectic Queen Anne style summer home in a dramatic picturesque setting. It is notable for complex massing, rich detailing and extensive rustic stonework in both the building and landscaping. It is also one of the best preserved examples of the elaborate summer residences of wealthy families in the Thousand Islands.
Machine-generated summary. This summary was generated by a language model from the official nomination document and has not been reviewed line by line by an editor. It may contain errors. Check the source document before relying on any detail. Source: nomination document (PDF) · National Archives catalog entry. NRHP reference 80002622, listed April 16, 1980. Summary generated October 2026 (model claude-sonnet-5-5, prompt v1.0-2026-10-29, confidence medium).
Key facts
| Address | W of Alexandria Bay on Cherry Island, Alexandria Bay |
|---|---|
| County | Jefferson County |
| Listed | April 16, 1980 |
| Reference number | 80002622 |
| Resource type | Building |
| Period of significance | 1900- |
| Architectural style | Picturesque eclectic, with Queen Anne and Shingle style features |
| Areas of significance | Architecture |
| Level of significance | Local |
| Status (as stated in the nomination) | Described as in excellent condition, unaltered, occupied as a private residence and continuously maintained. |
| Acreage | 4 |
| Coordinates | 44.33275, -75.92735 (NPS GIS) |
What listing means for this property
National Register listing is honorary: it recognises significance and does not restrict what a private owner may do without federal money or permits. It unlocks the 20% federal rehabilitation tax credit for income-producing buildings, state credits in many states, and Section 106 review when federal agencies are involved. See what listing means in practice.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change; confirm with your State Historic Preservation Office or a qualified adviser.
Sources and further reading
- National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places database (snapshot May 2026), reference 80002622.
- Nomination form (PDF, National Archives) — catalog entry
- Wikipedia article (used for cross-checking only; text not reproduced here)
- Wikidata Q6032638
- This listing as JSON
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