Cataumet Windmill

Cataumet Windmill #2 is also known as Rothery Windmill #2. We found this windmill late in the afternoon of 1990 and the sky was overcast. Consequently, the photographs are not great. Large trees surround the windmill which also made it difficult to photograph. However, the pictures do give you a sense of Cataumet Windmill #2. The mill has been remodeled into a residence with three levels.

This is an original windmill built in the late 18th century. Dates and locations are not clear.

The building has been maintained and the only interior remnant of the old windmill is the wind shaft at the top of the cap.

The residence was vacant when we visited this mill. There was a FOR RENT sign on the fence at the road so we felt comfortable walking around the grounds. The photos might not depict this windmill's structure as spectacular but let me assure you that it is definitely worth your time to visit. This octaganal, shake-sided mill has been well maintained and preserved. The cap, mast and the added windows and new door are all in excellent condition.