On the estate is one of the largest and finest oak trees in the country, interesting as the very tree beneath \\hich the Indian sachems ceded these lands to Thom.as Ptll, on the 14th of November, 1654.

" What tales, if there were tongues in trees, That giant oak could tell." -- Alnwick Castle.

The adjoining estate, Oak-shade, is the property of James A. Suydam, Esq. The house is a very beautiful specimen of the Italian villa style. The south front commands a fine view of Pelham neck and the Sound.

The residence of Isaac Coles, Esq., is also finely situated and embraces every variety of water view. But the most to be admired in this situation is the good taste with which art has added her charms to those of nature ; the grounds being tastefully laid out to the water's edge, and embellished with extensive green and fruit houses.

Hunter's Island is connected with the main by a stone causeway and bridge. The mansion which is situated about the centre of the island, has the most commanding views of the vicinity. It is constructed of stone with wings on the east and west. The south front presents a collonade of the Ionic order,

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from which aa extensive and delightful prospect presents itself to the eye. Before you is a fine belt of woods, to the east a boundless expanse of water, while on the south-west a lovely ' bay stretches towards Pelham neck and Throgmorton's Point. These features render it one of the most beautiful spots on the river. The north front of the house overlooks the winding creek and distant woods of Pelham.