Owl's Nest

Owl's Nest is a two-story wooden house at Dunham Bay near Lake George, made up of several buildings connected by open passageways. The property includes the main Homestead residence and the Mellowstone library set on expansive grounds overlooking the water.

Edward Eggleston established this estate in the 1870s as a summer retreat and eventually made it his permanent home. The property has been recognized as a historic landmark since its importance to American literature was documented.

This was home to Edward Eggleston, a writer who focused on everyday American life in his novels. You can see how a 19th-century author lived and worked on these grounds.

The estate sits on a quiet shoreline of Lake George with walkable grounds throughout the property. Wear comfortable shoes as the terrain is uneven and buildings are spread across different levels.

The property retains a private burial ground where Edward Eggleston and his family rest. This is uncommon for a literary site to maintain the original graves of the writer and his relatives in one place.

Location: Lake George

GPS coordinates: 43.44472,-73.65500

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:44