Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site, Historic summer residence in Sedalia, Missouri.
The Bothwell Lodge extends over 12,000 square feet and contains 31 rooms built on top of a limestone bluff with natural caves underneath.
John Homer Bothwell, a prominent Sedalia attorney, constructed this limestone residence in four phases between 1897 and 1928 as a recreational retreat.
The lodge exhibits an architectural combination of styles with Craftsman influences, reflecting the luxurious residential preferences of early 20th-century American elite.
The site features a 3-mile trail system for hiking and mountain biking, along with facilities for picnicking and outdoor recreation activities.
The residence incorporated natural caves discovered during construction into its design to create an early form of natural air conditioning system.
Location: Missouri
Website: http://mostateparks.com/bothwell.htm
GPS coordinates: 38.79447,-93.22267
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:00
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