A large French inspired room featuring a king sized bed with upholstered headboard nestled under a crown canopy of blue cameo jacquard and white lace. The mansard roof lines accent a period armoire and sitting area complete with table and chairs, comfortable chaise lounge and winged-back reading chair, all enfolded in beautiful blue and white toile wallpaper and illuminated by a sparkling chandelier. The bath is outfitted with a large walk-in shower enclosure.

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History of William Collins Whitney

William Collins Whitney was born in Conway, Massachusetts in 1841. He was educated in Yale and Harvard Law School.

After his marriage to Flora Payne, Whitney was well on his way to success. He was an accomplished lawyer and an immensely popular Democratic politician. William Collins Whitney was President Cleveland’s Secretary to the Navy and the founder of the Whitney family fortune.

Besides his many political accomplishments, Whitney was also a successful breeder of thoroughbred racehorses. His stable held twenty six stakes winners.

In the early 1900’s Whitney left his mark on thoroughbred racing when he partnered with August Belmont II. Their intention was to build the most lavish track in America. The result was the Belmont Park. It is still one of the most popular and well known race tracks in the world.

William Collins Whitney dies in February, 1904.

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