1722 Homestead and Dutch Barn


    Amidst sleepy rolling hills and rich farmland lies a quiet tree-lined lane which leads to one of Orange County's hidden treasures—The Bull Stone House. Step back in time and dream of yesteryear as you roam the lush grounds of the fourth oldest stone house in the county. Along with being placed on the National Registry of Historic Places, this 120 acre homestead boasts of having the only standing New World Dutch Barn.

     Built in 1722, the house was once home to William Bull, a stonemason builder, and his wife Sarah Wells, pioneer maiden to the Wawayanda Patent. Strong family roots are still evident as an eighth generation family member resides and proudly welcomes visitors to the ten room colonial dwelling and grounds. Descendants of William and Sarah have continued to meet annually for over 100 years at the site for family reunion picnics. It's not surprising to see over 500 descendants merge for a day of festivities and fun—and in doing so, keep their ties to the past enduring as they make new memories for generations to come.

     Surrounded by lawns, gardens, hay fields, ponds, and wood lots, the serene setting of The Bull Stone House is the perfect place for your family, or class to visit. Guests marvel at the indoor flowing spring, slave quarters, root cellar, stable/carriage house, four-seated privy and even get to peek out of an Indian lookout. This and much more awaits you as you get a glimpse of the past and discover Orange County's roots at The Bull Stone House.





• TOURS BY APPOINTMENT •


914-496-BULL(2855)

DONATION $1.00 (Bull family descendants FREE)

Directions

William Bull and Sarah Wells
Stone House Association, Inc.
183 County Route 51
Campbell Hall, NY 10916-2924
E-Mail: bullstonehouse@fcc.net