Hill-Crest, Presidential residence in Washington, US.
Hill-Crest spans 12,800 square feet with 35 rooms, featuring wood paneling made of Douglas fir and Honduran mahogany throughout the interior spaces.
Built in 1907 for lumber baron Edwin Ames and his wife Maud Walker Ames, the mansion was later bequeathed to the University of Washington in 1931.
The residence maintains its status as the official home for University of Washington presidents, requiring them to live within its walls as per bequest conditions.
The mansion operates with a dedicated staff including a major domo, chef, gardener, and housekeeper to maintain its extensive grounds and interior spaces.
An $800,000 renovation in the early 2000s led to the creation of a $2 million endowment specifically designated for the mansion's continuous maintenance.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 47.62653,-122.28631
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:34
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