His father expected his sons to take their place as his business agents and, like his older brothers, John was educated accordingly.

The wedding took place in November 1796 at Government House (New York City), the then residence of Governor John Jay,[6] who was married to Catherine's elder sister Sarah.

[7] Livingston died at his Oak Hill estate at the age of seventy-two on October 24, 1822, and is buried in the Linlithgo Reformed Church Cemetery.

Late-19th-century additions and alterations include the mansard roof and cornice, front porch, and kitchen wing.

Also on the property are a carriage house (c. 1900), garage (c. 1924), two former equipment storage buildings (c. 1900), corncrib (c. 1900), and a small residence / carpentry shop (c. 1800).