Elda Castle:
A Brief History: The Elda Castle is a large, Gothic Revival-style mansion located on Elda Road in Ossining, NY. It was built in 1927 by David Abercrombie, who was the co-founder of the Abercrombie & Fitch clothing company. Abercrombie had originally purchased the land to build a hunting lodge, but he later decided to build a grand estate that would be a testament to his wealth and success.
At first, he intended to build a simple hunting lodge on the property. However, as construction progressed, Abercrombie became increasingly ambitious and decided to build a grand estate that would be a testament to his wealth and success.
Abercrombie hired the architect Frank Forster to design the castle, and together they created a stunning masterpiece of Gothic Revival architecture. It features turrets, battlements, and a grand entrance hall with a sweeping staircase. The interior is decorated with elaborate woodwork, stained glass windows, and other luxurious details.
After Abercrombie's death in 1931, the castle was sold to the Ukrainian National Association and served as a cultural center and meeting place for many years. In the 1960s, it was purchased by a private owner who turned it into a private residence.
Today the property sits abandoned, and recently suffered significant damage from a fire.
