Northernmost
residence, 300 yards (274m) north of visitor center, across parking
lot, overlooking
the area of the original cave entrance. This structure was built in 1905, originally
as a cottage for the Superintendent. Three additions to the original
structure
have been made. The core of the original house and the pre-1924 addition are
built of stone. The 1918 and 1939 additions are wood frame. All outer
walls are covered
with yellow-tan stucco, but some of the cut stone foundation is still visible.
The
1939 addition, on the northwest corner of the original house, was built as a dormitory
facility for ranger staff. Today, that wing of the building is used for storage. The
interior of the house has been extensively modified. Although
neither the interior nor exterior resembles the original 1905 construction, the
remodeling is in the 1930's style of the other buildings and blends in well. |