Wilderstein

Wilderstein is a Queen Anne landmark in Rhinebeck, New York. Built in 1888, it was designed by Arnout Cannon, and is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It is owned by Suckley family.

Location: 330 Morton Road, Rhinebeck, New York, United States

Verified facts

• Located in Hudson River estate district, Rhinebeck
  confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1415, SRC-1416, SRC-3347
• Designed by Arnout Cannon
  confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1415, SRC-1416, SRC-3348
• Built in 1888
  confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1415, SRC-1416, SRC-3347
• Architectural style: Queen Anne
  confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-1415, SRC-1417
• Historic designation: National Register of Historic Places; Hudson River Historic District (National Historic Landmark district)
  confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1416, SRC-1417, SRC-1022

Ownership history

Current owner — Suckley family (since 1852)
confidence 95/100 · SRC-4016, SRC-1416, SRC-7233, SRC-7234, SRC-7235, SRC-9298, SRC-9299, SRC-5844, SRC-1417, SRC-13275

Current owner — Wilderstein Preservation
confidence 95/100 · SRC-4017, SRC-1416, SRC-7236, SRC-7233, SRC-9299, SRC-10197, SRC-9298, SRC-1417, SRC-13724

Evidence & sources

• SRC-10096 — Visiting a Museum — Wilderstein Historic Site (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-10197 — Wilderstein — Hudson River Valley Institute (Marist College) (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1022 — National Register of Historic Places Registration Form – Hudson River Historic District (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-13275 — Library of Congress — Historic American Buildings Survey, Wilderstein (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-13724 — Dutchess County (NY) government — Wilderstein Historic Site Trail Map (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
• SRC-1415 — Wilderstein Historic Site — History (Tier 1, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1416 — Wilderstein — Wikipedia (Tier 3, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1417 — Wilderstein, Rhinebeck Town, Dutchess County — Living Places (NRHP-sourced) (Tier 2, national_register_nomination; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3347 — The Cultural Landscape Foundation — Wilderstein Historic Site (Tier 2, heritage_organization; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3348 — Poughkeepsie Public Library District — Arnout Cannon, Jr.: Poughkeepsie's Architect (Tier 2, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-4016 — wilderstein.org (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-4017 — wilderstein.org (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-5440 — Wilderstein Historic Site — official website footer (Tier 1, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-5844 — Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area — Wilderstein Historic Site (Tier 2, institutional; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-5845 — New York by Rail — Wilderstein Historic Site (Tier 3, tourism; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-7233 — Visit the Hudson Valley Villa Where an FDR Cousin and Confidante Lived for 100 Years – Brownstoner (Tier 3, news-feature; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-7234 — Wilderstein Historic Site – Hudson River Valley Institute (Tier 2, academic-institute; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-7235 — Wilderstein Mansion – Atlas Obscura (Tier 3, heritage-database; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-7236 — Candid / GuideStar — Wilderstein Preservation Nonprofit Profile (EIN 14-1622330) (Tier 2, registry; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-9298 — Wilderstein Mansion, Rhinebeck New York – Historic-Structures.com (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-9299 — The History of Wilderstein Historic Site – The Rhinecliff Guide (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)

How we verify

Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you visit Wilderstein?

Yes — Wilderstein is open to the public. Hours: Grounds open daily ~09:00-16:00 year-round. House tours Thu-Sun, May 1-Oct 31 (tour times approx. 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00).. Admission: House tour $20 per person; grounds free for self-guided walks..

Who designed Wilderstein?

Wilderstein was designed by Arnout Cannon.

Where is Wilderstein located?

Wilderstein is located in Rhinebeck, New York.