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Susan Shimer, who is chair of the town's Landmarks Preservation Commission, said that maps from 1867, 1882 and 1891 showed the building. She added that it served as a hotel as of 1911. The hotel, which had 50 rooms, catered to families from New York City who came up to what was then considered the country, Shimer noted.
The building was renovated around 1919-20 and has retained its appearance since, according to Shimer. The building's hotel use predates its day camp usage, she noted.
“That is of great interest to us.”
Aside from the building itself, the surrounding lawn was included in the approval. Shimer said the purpose of including the lawn, which is by Cox Avenue, is to provide visibility of the building.
Breezemont co-owner Gordon Josey offered his support for landmarking the site.
“We’re happy to do this,” he said.
The board's approval was by 4-0, with Councilman Barry Reiter absent.
Shimer said that the building, which also was called a boarding house, was once owned by J. Hobart Cox, who served as North Castle supervisor from 1924-21 and whose surname is the namesake for the eponymous nearby road.
The camp's outbuildings and pool are not included in the designation, Shimer said.
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