Mount Chateau Hotel Postcard

Long before the construction of the Lake Lynn Dam formed Cheat Lake in 1926, the Mont Chateau Hotel stood proudly along the banks of the wild Cheat River. Opened in 1894 by Fred Dean, this landmark resort—loosely translating from French to “Mountain Castle”—served as a premier upscale summer escape for travelers across the East Coast. Visitors flocked here by horse-drawn carriage and early automobiles to enjoy fine dining, pristine mountain air, and boating excursions. In the early 1900s, legendary figures like future Nobel Peace Prize winner George C. Marshall spent their summers vacationing right here along the water. This 1910 photograph captures the ‘Old Mont’ at the height of its Edwardian-era glory before tragedy struck in 1956 when fire consumed the original structure.

The Authentic Vintage Linen Feel
To honor the timeless spirit of mid-century souvenir cards, we don’t use standard glossy paper. Every postcard in our Heirloom Collection is printed on premium 100 lb. Cover-Weight Linen Cardstock, proudly sourced through our artisan printing partners. This fine, textured paper features a delicate, woven crosshatch grid that feels beautifully tactile in your hands. At a sturdy 12 pt. thickness, it offers the perfect balance of vintage flexibility and modern, mail-safe durability.

Designed for Seamless Correspondence
The reverse side of the card features a clean, classic vertical divider layout featuring our signature domain, winmillsmercantile.com.

- Left Side: Generous, open space for your handwritten notes and messages.
- Right Side: Address space and leaving strict clearance for standard mailing.
- The back surface is entirely uncoated, allowing you to write beautifully with your favorite traditional ballpoint pen or pencil without any smudging or ink bleeding.

Mailing Details:

- Dimensions: Standard 4″ x 6″ layout.
- Postage: Fully qualifies for the cheaper, standard USPS Postcard Stamp rate.
- Proudly designed and printed in the USA.

PREORDER ITEM- PRODUCT WILL BE AVAILABLE MID JULY

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1910 Original Mount Chateau Hotel-Vintage Scenic Postcard