Construction: The foundation and basement is of stone, the superstructure is framed, and it is boarded vertically. ...The porch is of cedar boles, with rustic trellis balcony. The roof projects boldly, and is covered with shingles cut to the angle of a hexagon...Verge-boards with pendants adorn the gables. The whole exterior is painted and grained in imitation of oak


Estimate: the gate house complete, cost $1200.