Longview Farm

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Longview Farm was built by Robert A. Long   in 1913. The more 1780 acre farm had more than sixty structures that took just 18 months to complete.

The farm, known as "The World's Most Beautiful Farm", was not only scenic but self-sufficient. It included underground electricity and a 100,000 gallon water tower. It consisted of the main residence and all the facilities to care for Loula Long's prize horses, prize Jersey cows, hogs, chickens, green houses, and residences for the many farm employees.

The main residence was 22,000 square feet with 48 rooms, six fireplaces, 14 bedrooms and 10 baths. It also included the first central vacuum system west of the Mississippi as well as steam heating.

By 1916 the farm had over 500 head of Jersey cattle, 232 milked daily in two dairy barns, 16 Percheron draft horses, 61 saddle horses, 44 harness horses, 29 colts, 29 mules, and 375 Duroc Jersey hogs.