“Highland House” overlooking Children’s Lake in Boiling Springs has played many roles in its 200-plus year history.It has been the estate of iron barons, a focal point of community life, a bed and breakfast, an inspiration for poetry and even a set for a popular TV show. Authors Richard Tritt and Randy Watts profiled the mansion in their book “At a Place Called the Boiling Springs.”
Source: Boiling Springs mansion played many roles | Building Blocks | cumberlink.com
You can watch the episode of Route 66 that featured the historic mansion here.

The historic mansion Highland House on the shore of Children’s Lake in Boiling Springs, PA. Photo © visitpadutchcountry.com
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