Last Tolson cottage

The Piney Point area possesses its own unique social history and charm. Named for the loblolly and long leaf yellow pines along the shoreline, Piney Point became the social center of Washington D.C. between 1820 and 1910. President James Monroe vacationed here in 1820 in a cottage that became known as the “Summer White House.” Presidential guests Franklin Pierce and Theodore Roosevelt often came to Piney Point to escape Washington’s summers.
Other American notable such as Daniel Webster, John C. Calhoun and Henry Clay fished and bathed near the lighthouse while staying at the local hotel.
The last owner and proprietor of the Piney Point (Tolson’s) Hotel was Warren Tolson who purchased the 25 room hotel and 27 cottages in the early years of the 20th century. The hurricane of 1933 severely damaged the hotel, eventually forcing it to close.
This cottage is still family owned and has been kept as close to original as possible. It is used and enjoyed by family and friends for many months a year. One interesting note is a section of original wall paper is still on the wall in the bathroom and it has been framed in place. I found that to be a unique touch. I will blip the other cottage in the property another day.