Undercliff was originally built as a private camp by Dr. Alton in 1880. In 1889 he began the erection of cottages for renting, and the place expanded into the extensive cottage settlement which took the name of Dr. Alton's private camp, "Undercliff". This latter camp was erected in 1880, but was replaced in 1901 by the cottage, he named "Skanadario". Undercliff closed permanently at the end of the season of 1912. Dr. Alton was a conspicuous figure on the lake for many years and was active and valuable as а member of the association from 1895 to 1914. In 1918 Undercliff was sold to Mr. Hugh S. Jarvis.

Alfred Donaldson - History of the Adirondacks