You Can Now Stay in the Opulent and Historic Samuel Hopkins Adams House on Beautiful Owasco Lake!
There are plenty of things to do in and around the Owasco Lake region, and there are plenty of Skaneateles luxury vacation rentals to choose from for your home base. If you’re looking for a place that’s a bit more unique, however, now there’s a stunning new place to stay that will appeal to anyone who loves journalism and writing. The Samuel Hopkins Adams House is a beautifully renovated, 6,500 sq. ft home that was once the retreat of a famous author, journalist and investigative reporter from the turn of the century.
The Lasting Legacy of Samuel Hopkins Adams
Samuel Hopkins Adams was the son of a minister who grew up to be one of the most influential writers of his era. He was an investigative reporter for the the New York Sun from 1891-1900, when he wrote several articles revealing the shady advertising practices of and potentially dangerous ingredients in patent medicines. He quickly gained a reputation as a crusader, and in 1905 cemented his reputation when he wrote a series for McClure’s Magazine called “The Great American Fraud” series, which eventually led to the United State’s Pure Food and Drug Act.
Adams also wrote numerous novels and short stories. His short story “Night Bus” was the basis for the Oscar winning movie “It Happened One Night,” starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert. Novels included Flaming Youth, Unforbidden Fruit and Revelry. He was one of the most famous writers of the turn of the century and the Roaring Twenties. Today, his retreat in the Finger Lakes is available for you to rent!
Historic Beauty on Owasco Lake
This luxurious property is one of the finest vacation rentals in Skaneateles, and is the only one we know of that was once inhabited by a famous author/crusader loved by his countrymen. It’s a unique opportunity to be surrounded by a sense of literary history in a spacious home with all of the modern conveniences.
This gracious, 6,500 square foot home is crafted of mellow stone and features three fireplaces for warmth and charm in the living room, billiard room and master bedroom. With six bedrooms, four and a half baths, three living rooms and spacious dining areas, you’ll be able to comfortably stay here with a more than a dozen of your family and friends. Very few Finger Lakes vacation rentals offer so much living space nestled in a wooded beauty that sits directly on the water. Simply stroll down the foot path and you can relax on your private stretch of Owasco Lake’s beach.
An Active Lifestyle on the Water
If you love the water, our newest property on Owasco Lake is ideal. We even provide a few kayaks and paddleboards so you can take to the lake any time you want. There are acres of nature around this lovely home whether you want to stroll through the trees, go bird watching or simply relax in the sunshine. With your own, private dock, incredible fishing is as easy as throwing a line in the water.
There aren’t many Skaneateles luxury vacation rentals that seamlessly quality comforts, beautiful natural surroundings and a sense of history in one gorgeous package, but Wide Waters does. Reserve your little slice of history today!
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