The lovely St. Nicholas Hotel in Lake Mohegan, New York, pictured in this old postcard, is an example of the rich architectural heritage which we have lost.

During the latter part of the 19th century, there were several large hotels along the shores of Lake Mohegan, including the St. Nicholas. The wood structure was 324 feet long and six stories high in the center, with four story high wings. The hotel could accommodate 500 guests. It was destroyed in 1908 in a fire that could be seen as far away as Peekskill.

Click here for a view of the entrance to the St. Nicholas Hotel

The postcard of the St. Nicholas Hotel is presented courtesy of robert f. giordano ASSOCIATES, Inc.