Van Cortlandt Manor - View this location on map Van Cortlandt Manor was begun in the late 17th century and occupied full time by 1749. The manor house is a vernacular house type found commonly in the American south, Louisiana Territory, and the West Indies. The restored Ferry House is also 18th century in date; both buildings at Van Cortlandt Manor include an exceptionally important collection of original furnishings. The early national period is the focus of interpretation and presentation. U.S. 9, north of intersection with U.S. 9A, Croton-on-Hudson, New York Historical

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