This is not just a house; it’s a time capsule from the height of the Gilded Age and a testament to Schenectady’s industrial legacy. Welcome to “Hillcroft,” the iconic estate built in 1908 for H.W. Darling, the CFO of General Electric.
Conceived at a time when GE was a global powerhouse, this home was built with a budget and an attention to detail that is simply astonishing.
For those of us who appreciate true craftsmanship, Hillcroft is a masterclass. The moment you enter, you are surrounded by breathtaking, hand-carved woodwork that speaks to an era of unparalleled artistry.
The home’s grand scale is felt in the soaring eight-foot pocket doors, which still glide effortlessly into the walls, and in the seven fireplaces, each graced with its own unique, one-of-a-kind cast iron insert.
There are details here you simply won’t find anywhere else. The dining room is home to a magnificent, handmade tapestry that has hung there since 1915—a priceless piece of the home’s soul.
The pine library, with its wood-burning fireplace, is the kind of warm, intimate room that old-house lovers dream of.
The primary suite, with its own dressing room and separate fireplaces in both the bedroom and sitting area, is a stunning glimpse into the Gilded Age lifestyle.
This is a rare opportunity to become the next steward of a home with an impeccable story, where the quality of a bygone era has been carefully preserved for the next generation.
🏡 $549,500
📍 1100 Nott Street, Schenectady, NY 12308
🛏️ 6 Bedrooms
🛁 4 Bathrooms
📐 4,582 Sq Ft
🏗️ Built in 1908
🌳 1.23 Acres Lot
Inside pictures
Listing by:
Howard Hanna Capital Inc 518-371-4500,
Dawn Meifert 214-577-5701
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