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The Pines
An ornate Victorian house with a peaked central tower seen from a three-quarter angle. It is beige with red trim, with a peaked central tower, polychromatic slate roof and front porte-cochere. There is a curving gravel drive in front and trees on the side; the sky is blue with some clouds.
East profile and south elevation, 2016
The Pines (Pine Plains, New York) is located in New York
The Pines (Pine Plains, New York)
Location in New York
The Pines (Pine Plains, New York) is located in the United States
The Pines (Pine Plains, New York)
Location in the United States
Location Maple St., Pine Plains, New York
Area 4.8 acres (1.9 ha)
Built 1878
Architectural style Stick/Eastlake
NRHP reference No. 83001668
Added to NRHP September 26, 1983

The Pines is a historic house located in the small community of Pine Plains, New York. It was built in 1878. This large, two-story home has a unique design. It also includes a smaller service wing. The house is known for its special architectural style.

Discovering The Pines

The Pines is a beautiful old home. It sits in the town of Pine Plains. This area is part of Dutchess County, New York. The house was built a long time ago in 1878. It has been a part of the community ever since.

Its Unique Style

The Pines was designed in the Stick-Eastlake style. This was a popular way to build houses back then. It means the house looks a bit uneven or "asymmetrical." It has parts that stick out, like different sections and porches.

Cool Features of the House

The house has many interesting details. Its roof is very steep and made of slate. Slate is a type of rock used for roofing. There are also four tall chimneys. These chimneys have special terra cotta pots on top. Terra cotta is a kind of baked clay. A tall tower with a pointed roof also stands out.

Why The Pines is Special

The Pines is not just any old house. It is considered very important historically. Because of this, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. This list includes buildings and places that are important to American history. It helps protect them for future generations.

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