Dutchess County NY in the Hudson Valley is a wonderful blend of lifestyles ranging from serene hamlets to city excitement. The county is dotted with farms of all types, historical sites, bistros and restaurants, and enough attractions and activities to satisfy even the most energetic sojourner.
Dutchess County is located in southeastern New York State, between the Hudson River on its west and the New York–Connecticut border on its east, about halfway between the cities of Albany and New York City. It contains two cities: Beacon and Poughkeepsie. Depending on precise location within the county, road travel distance to New York City ranges between 58 miles (93 km) and 110 miles (180 km).
The terrain of the county is mostly hilly, especially in the Hudson Highlands in the southwestern corner and the Taconic Mountains to the northeast. Some areas nearer the river are flatter.
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Surrounded by sweeping lawns, meticulous gardens and romantic sunsets, Villa Borghese is an elegant and opulent wedding venue.
The Beekman Arms, located in Rhinebeck, is renowned for being one of the oldest continuously operating inns in the United States.
BLISS Juice & Smoothie Bar is a 100% organic, cold-pressed juice, smoothie & smoothie bowl bar located in Red Hook, New York.
Authentic regional Italian cuisine at Ristorante Caterina de’ Medici, a sophisticated dining room overlooking the Hudson River.
Embers Wood-Fired Oven pizza truck provides mouthwatering, artisanal pizzas topped with the freshest ingredients.
Rhinebeck Historical Society was founded in 1967 and maintains an extensive archives collected over many years and dating back to the 1700s.
Pandorica Restaurant is a Doctor Who themed eatery that is sure to please any Whoian and a creative menu sure to delight all.
Keepin It reel Bait & Tackle is a mom and pop local bait shop and tackle store located in Poughkeepsie NY.
St. Mary School offers a contemporary, innovative Catholic education for grades Pre-K to 8th, designed to ensure students flourish on every level. Their experienced, caring faculty recognizes the individuality of all students and strives to encourage every child to be [...]
Tenmile Distillery is a small, independent distillery using traditional methods of whisky-making to produce a handmade superior spirit.
Hudson Valley Food Dude serves chef-prepared food made with quality, locally-sourced ingredients, real fresh, real local, real good.
Vanderbilt Mansion was built by one of the first families of wealth in America and designed by one of the nation's preeminent architects.
