What Happened to Greystone?

Dive into the mesmerizing story of Greystone, a mansion that witnessed unparalleled luxury, horticultural triumphs, and the touch of history's most influential figures.

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[randyboglisch]

I am absolutely amazed no one could see and appreciate the potential that the original owners foresaw as it's success future...such a shame to loose such an important piece of history..I loved it all...thanks for sharing

[susanfeifer]

You are able to visit these gardens . They are free and open to the public. A great deal of restoration has gone into them

[shadow]

The history and the beauty of these homes are awesome thank you for all you post and all that you do and all the history I love listening to everything you do I love your channel thank you so much for your kindness

[crystalclear]

Thanks Ken, for the brief glimpse of what was once greatness...it is very sad that yet another fabulous feat of architecture and creativity is lost forever.
At least some of the grounds remain. Hopefully this won't be bulldozed for developers to make big profits on as well. Shame!!

[christopherkraft]

This was an amazing home with a fascinating history!!! Thanks Ken for sharing this exciting video!!! 👍👍🙂

[julessmith]

I have visited the gardens and they are beautiful. The view of the Hudson River Valley is incredible. That the house was not saved should be considered a crime against humanity.

[kway]

Resided in Yonkers most of my life...ultimately enjoy this City within Westchester

[susanbutterick]

I'm a volunteer docent at Untermyer Park & Gardens who just discovered your video. Blown away by your photos of the interior of the mansion. Where did you get them, and are there any more?🌻

[DeanRussellHickey]

I like the fact we can admire this house from the outside, without a detailed tour of the interior. It's a testament to the gardens that once existed... and what remains. I live in hope that our desires and tastes in terms of architecture are in fact getting better over time, particularly for high-rise buildings and other inner-city structures. Hey... imagine someone doing these video tours 40 years from now, at all of the celebrity mansions in California? I wonder if much of what we see here has in fact been duplicated? Edit: Replicated? Copied? You get the picture....

[kway]

I reside in Yonkers so it was so knowledgeable

[williamtyre]

Fascinating! Too bad the full estate could not be preserved for the public to enjoy, but glad that a portion of the gardens did survive. It is definitely on my list to check out next time I am in New York! Thanks for sharing another great story.

[clairwaucaush]

How is it possible this mansion got torn down!?!?! People with vision are so FEW and FAR BETWEEN It astounds me. Americans go to Europe and MARVEL at all the old buildings and statues. Yet, back home things on an equal footing get TORN DOWN, or just left to rot. Then a blasted fast food place or apartments are built in their place! Otherwise great video Ken!

[m.woodsrobinson]

If the 1860s were a house, Greystone would be it! ❤

[seltexmx]

Are there more photos (interior and exterior) of Graystone. It would be worth additional footage. As always, you nailed it! Thanks for the upload.

[kathleenardrey]

Words fail to encompass this man's visions and intelligence. Untermeyer was a force, and like many decent folks, the alpha is destroyed by the masses. I wish you would name the people/companies that raze these estates. Who were these people with such little respect for grace? What is on site now? Do these people remove all of the furnishings, and recycle as much as possible? peace

[renatoalvescorretor]

Ken I'm such a fan ❤. Thank you 😘

[desertsunman]

The Gardens were indeed magnificent - as important to the Estate as the Interiors. Yet witnessing majestic pillars surrounded by today's chain link fence pierces one's soul ... does it not ... Time apparently will always march on ...💙

[jimwiskus]

Stunning home put in the care of non visionaries. 😢

[Izzymohammed]

I would love for you to do a story about the greystone manor in Los Angeles.

[edsel]

How about a video on Franklin Castle, Cleveland, Ohio?