Louise was only 14 when her father asked George Boldt to work for him. George was 26, and it wasn't long before love blossomed between them.
They were married on June 14, 1877, and had two children.
George Charles Jr, on February 4, 1879, and Louise Clover on October 31, 1883.

Louise was George's constant companion and hostess at their Bellevue Hotel. She knew the hotel business, because of her fathers work, and encouraged her husband in all that he did. The astute lady also played a great part in helping make the world-famous Waldorf Hotel the luxurious wonder that it was in the 1890's. She was instrumental in the decorating of the hotel, insisting that fresh flowers were left in every room, and that such luxuries as 'pin-cushions,' were supplied.

George and Louise Boldt were married for 26 years, and in January of 1904, Louise died at the age of 42. She had been in delicate health for some time prior.

George Boldt was so broken-hearted that he halted constuction on the castle and never stepped foot on the island again.

the Love Story

History of Heart Island

Major Players

Other Buildings

The Origin of 1000 Island Dressing

George Boldt's Good Deed

Summer White House?

Tragedy and Vandalism

MY Story

1000 Island Bridge Authority

'Broken Heart'
(a ghost story)

Fun Facts and Trivia