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15 Passenger Van Rentals and the Mansions Of Long Island

Long Island has long been the playground of the rich and famous, and there are a number or public and private mansions, as well as some mansion ruins. You can explore these mansions and tour public ones with a 15 passenger van rental.

The Gold Coast

The north shore of Long Island is sometimes called the Gold Coast because wealthy families would build their summer homes in Nassau and Suffolk counties. A tour of these estates is easy with a 15 passenger van rental. Some of these homes are American castles, mainly built between the Civil War and World War I.

Old Westbury Gardens

This site is said to be one of the best preserved on the Gold Coast. The house and grounds are open to the public, and is administered by the Old Westbury Gardens Foundation. If you are interested in architecture, history, or gardening, this place is worth the visit. With 100 acres, including rose gardens, walled garden, and pond, there a lot to see in a day. There is also the 70 room mansion with antique furnishings and art.

Coindre Hall

This chateau-designed mansion in Huntington Harbor came close to demolition. However, it now houses the Museum of Long Island's Gold Coast. It features exhibits, photography, and other artifacts from the area. This is a worthwhile trip when you are in the area with a 15 passenger van rental.

Eagle's Nest

Now known as the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, this mansion is comprised of a mansion, marine and natural history museum, planetarium, and park. It still houses much of the original possessions and collections of the owner, William Vanderbilt. This is a great stop if you are near the area with a 15 passenger van rental because there is a lot to see and learn about local history.

OHEKA Castle Estate

OHEKA Castle Estate is private property that serves as a luxury hotel with 126 rooms, a golf course, gardens with walking paths and fountains, and a gazebo. It is the second largest private residence ever built in America on the highest point on Long Island's Gold Coast. It was the New York Times described it as "the finest country estate in America". A visit to the area in your 15 passenger van rental is not complete without a look at this estate.

Knollwood

This estate was demolished in 1959 but is now part of the Muttontown Preserve. Muttontown is one of Nassau County's largest nature preserves and it is beautiful. Located in East Norwich, it is a short drive from Manhattan with a 15 passenger van rental.