The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1890-06-22
COTTAGE LIFE BY THE SEA.
GROWTH IN RECENT YEARS OF THE
SEABRI6HT REGION

ana OCenn-HuwnOn hcnchs NOrmbuuY'
by.the-SeH, the Highlands OF Navesink,
ana tho Atlantic Highlands.
1t is not many years since tho cottages bor-
dernR the ocean at Senbright presented rathor
On isolated appearance separated as they were
by hundreds OF sand hills To-day the beach
is 80 we'll populated there is scarcely room for
an additional dwelling along that part OF the
coast. Tho attempt to Introduce plants and
foliage and to cultivate smooth and luxuriunt
lawns has met with fair measure OF success.
and as the barns and outhouses belonging to
the beach cottages arc oil situated on
the other side Of the railroad track. there
is nothing to detract from the symmetry
and beauty OF the surroundings. The own
ors OF tho moro inland cottages on the
Rumson road and therenbouts find lees DIM
Guilty in promoting the beauty OF their enclo-
eureB, and the majority OF tho lawns. includ-
Ing. In some cases, from thirty to forty acres.
have reached high state OF artistic cultiva-
tlon. Indeed as rule the dwellings aro such
as speak loudly to the world OF tho owners
financial prosperity. and It is q Question
whether any summer resort OF similar size
aggregates moro wealth than does tho little
township Of Seabright.
Ono OF the most beautiful Ia the Scott place.
which has been rented by Mr.. Herman oel-
rchs for his honeymoon. The house is q three-
story Queen Anne. brown. ornamental In every
available ledge, and piazza with Rayiy colored
Towering plants. and it Is situated In tho
midst Of a beautiful park. MIR. Oelrichs. in
bringing his bride from what Is called tho gar
don spot OF the world has done we'll in select
ing his present place. which cannot be sur
passed ut my seashore resort in the country
Early as 1t is, tho cottaRers. with few excep-
lions, arc all down. and the hotels, too. arc we'll
filed So far, however. there is little going on
in the way OF gayety. Every one Is busy getting
settled and In adjusting himself to the sur
roundngs. and the main diversion is to enjoy
quietly out Of doors the exceptionally delight
full weather. Already swift-footed steeds arc
seen speeding over the magnificent Rumson
road, and tho procession OF elegant equipages
Of every size and description. which is a fea-
turc OF Scabright. has assumed Roody pro-
portions In the morning hours children
in pony carts and phaetons are seen every
whore, and tho bench Is dotted at all times
OF the day with cunning little tots armed with
the inevitable shovel and pail who romp, laugh
shovel and pile up the sand to form miniature
models, which arc not always recognizable
One tiny fairy. lot quite six years old, was an
tcipating her birthday by making sand cake
and when she had borrowed six pencils, which
were to represent as many candles her salts
faction was pleasant to see. Near by bright
little fellow was trying to reproduce the Brook
lyn Bridge with not very marked success. 1t Is
rather carly for surf bathing and only few Of
tho more hardy visitors have as yet ventured
to indulge in dip. By July /. 1t is thought,
the water will be in good condition. The bath
hive been no improvements made since last
year. A new pavilion 80 feet high, which will
thsbeach in the neiEhborhood Of tho depot.
y, The seauriGh, Lawn Tennis and Cricket
eS has S9S 9 or the H
mont OF the summer season and they will lead
Of! with an en en-, to be given on The
rIlay Of fireworks. This will practically open
the season, and from that on private. teas.
winds ana disabling seas warn the visitor rt 10
Many improvements have been made, in the
$%@ns ; for J: il. ,Seesep D Of New
tage ON the iumson road. and Is having It en-
larged, His family has already taken posses
Cd and &c s AND e ehe
family has arrived for the season: The hand
600 additional expense put on it since last
year. The family came last week. The superb |
with lfs thirty-ive acres OF lawn. us IS iH ookias
tlnet ~ than ever and improvements are going
have taken possession for the summer. Other
Na are Gen Clinton Esfe
ftrons New YORK: r. street tree hSfb brother.
ow Of aov yI Tsr %GPon Joseph
NV Messrs john and David s. i? PS nnsan.
Rhodes Of Grand Jury y' fame: A E. r. DICK SV OF
ming 4 Co. New York: Mis-. j. j. Henry, and
BTif Gen; tywy {Wii n; Z S Apo4Insoss
YSaeWay New York i To WOOD. New YORK g
4: Ghlen Jay Gon!d private secretary and
kesiens Of Semng heW are Or eonsrauatDp
themselves on tho reduced figure ut which
they can obtain lee \; MunnRh's plant ri
10 build. i, n success: and it furnishes Ice Of
exceptionally good quality for rs cents per 100.
III artosian well sunk TO depth OF 500 feet.
Another cause for satisfaction, is .thnt street
with connec tons to every house, and hereafter
The cesspool ssyslem Of drainage will be done
Nth Ihs w spy into the
with lis sister resorts. P leabr ii
!1s presented rather dismal appearance after
been renedled. and in the future electric
lights. will iIlumino every nook and corner.
this point OF the coast. between 800 and 400
men supporting themselves and their families
eS IN nnrTy It isncR the RI1esh season
.
MANY of The lar SoX.
Although cottage life is altogether In tho
ascendarcy, The hotels at Seabright are always
VOL hiIed ~ simmer. One OF tho handsomest
Il the OctaGon situated so close TO the ocean
nat swimmer could almost take a header
ln bo 'ds breakers rom any ono OF tho windows
ocean view, ms 60 the spacious parlors and
wide hall. On tho other side OF the hotel the
lawns are green and yolvety; and the tSpnis
grounds arc Ia fine condition The hotel opened
.estHrinV with u large contingent OF guests. Mr..
Sandt the proprietor says he can accommodate
~ and he expects fun house during tho on
IRE; Il, summer, 4 fey OF tho names booked are
orm ana Ms H. T. ,b BpHTras New York tho
Shsrm dadSw w. ma a. family New YORK; " ".
New York; G Donnelly; known as the coke
eng ing 81 iittsourGh & H. Parsons. and family.
fo5k James A. Blein and family, st. Louis;
David B,rpss New York Mrs, samuel $o Haa
". and family, NJ and Mrs. Wilbur, A. Blood
York; Richard bard Walter ard family; ,Mr. and
stanton, New York. Mr., G. s. Haiiett and
emily. New York Walter Watson. Jr.. Mr.. and
Mrs. ID. q. SDraRu0. Nav York, Mr. md Nc |