Glimmerstone, Gothic Revival mansion in Cavendish, US
Glimmerstone is a Gothic Revival mansion in Cavendish with a distinctive cross-gable roof configuration. The structure features four distinct sections across its front elevation and is built from locally sourced stone materials.
The mansion was built between 1844 and 1847 for Henry Fullerton, who ran a major mill company in the area. It was constructed during a period of industrial expansion in the region.
The name Glimmerstone refers to the mica crystals in the local stone that sparkle in sunlight. Visitors can see these mineral flecks embedded in the walls, giving the house its distinctive shimmer.
The property is located along Vermont Route 131 and is visible from the road. The stone walls contain mica crystals that shimmer in natural light, making exterior viewing most rewarding in daylight hours.
Scottish immigrant stonemasons introduced a specialized building technique where stone facing was applied on both sides of rubble fill. The layers were strengthened by cross-laid stone slabs for additional structural support.
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