National Register of Historic Places

Vass Farmstead

Hardwick, Warren County, New Jersey
Listed
September 16, 1999
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
99001170

About this property

The Vass Farmstead is located at 109 Stillwater Road in Hardwick Township of Warren County, New Jersey, United States. Built in 1812, the historic stone farmhouse overlooks White Lake in the valley of the Paulins Kill and features a mix of Federal and Georgian architectural styles. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 17, 1999, for its significance in agriculture and architecture. In 1764, Martin Swartwelder purchased 548.5 acres (222.0 ha) from Adam Cunkle. After his death, the property was sold to John Vass, a German emigrant, in 1802. His son, Isaac Vass inherited it in 1852. His son, Frank Vass inherited it in 1893 and sold it to George Van Riper in 1922. The listing also includes a contributing barn and lime kiln.

Location

109 Stillwater Rd.
Hardwick, Warren County, New Jersey
41.00444, -74.91674

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ARCHITECTUREAGRICULTURE
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When was Vass Farmstead listed on the National Register?

Vass Farmstead was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 16, 1999.

What type of historic resource is Vass Farmstead?

Vass Farmstead is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

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The period of significance for Vass Farmstead is recorded as the industrial era.

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