The nine-hole Kestwick Golf Course opened for three seasons (1913-16) on the grounds of the Eels Estate in the northeast corner of Rocky River. Between 1917 and 1940, after Kestwick closed, this section developed into the Tangletown neighborhood with stately homes, bounded by Lake Erie on the north, the Rocky River cliff on the east, Lake Road on the south and Falmouth on the west. The River Historical Society is proud to recognize these historic homes in Rocky River. Owners of original homes in Tangletown older are encouraged to purchase this engraved brushed aluminum plaque, 7” x 5” x .25”, weather-resistant and suitable for mounting near the front entrance of their homes. Each plaque shows the year that the house was built with “Tangletown Historic Home” and “Rocky River Historical Society” in raised letters. Solid wall mounts are provided. Along with the plaque, Tangletown homeowners will receive a frameable certificate designed by Rocky River High School students and a complimentary one-year family membership in the Rocky River Historical Society. The cost of the Tangletown Historic Home package is $180.00.
The Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer provides searchable records to determine the age of any residential building. To search, go to www.myplace.cuyahogacounty.us. Select Rocky River from the list of municipalities in the top left box. Then, select “address search” and insert the street address of the residence. Select “Property Summary” and scroll down to the box containing “Building Information.” There, you will find an entry showing the Year Built for the residence. If you prefer, you may email the Rocky River Historical Society and one of the volunteers will complete research to determine the age of the home and to verify its location in Tangletown. The email address is rrhistoricalsociety@gmail.com. To enroll your Tangletown Historic Home, please submit the Tangletown Application and go to the Shop section of this website to complete your payment. The information about the age and Tangletown site of the home is subject to verification by Rocky River Historical Society volunteers. Please allow 5-6 weeks for delivery.
