The house features complex slate roofs with many gables, large numbers of rectangular, oriel, and bay windows, interesting chimney treatments, and carved stone detailing reflecting the Tudor Revival style.

Phillips Gas & Oil Co, resided in this Tudor-Gothic mansion, noted often as "one of America's most spectacular private homes".

Frederick R. Koch purchased the mansion in 1988 for $1 million US dollars from the Burgets and the adjoining property for $900,000.

John D. Olsen, Koch's long-time aide-de-camp, is publicly recorded as sole Trustee.

[3] The mansion houses the famous Skinner Organ, Opus 783, a player instrument with full console that was completely restored in 1990.