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Local Attractions | Hudson Valley

There are so many options you have in Hudson Valley for how to enjoy your time here.  It is difficult for us to say which is the best, cause we always find more to enjoy!  We hope you explore this wonderful area and find new places . 

We have listed a few areas, but again please explore!

Places to See, Nearby GemStone Place

Exploring antique shops throughout Hudson, Newburgh, and Beacon

Numerous wineries and breweries just a short drive away. 

Exceptional farm-to-table dining experiences across the Hudson Valley

Country Side Retreat

 Little gem of the Hudson Valley this small town is less than 5 minutes from the Poughkeepsie bridge

Walkway over the Hudson, Activity nearby our vacation rental - Gem Stone Place

The world's longest elevated pedestrian bridge, spans 1.28 miles over the Hudson River in upstate New York.

Biking

New Paltz offers a host of trail options for hikers & bicyclists,

with some of the best views of the Hudson Valley.

Kingston, New York a town nearby our vacation rental - Gem Stone Place

Home to three lively and diverse districts bursting with award-winning restaurants, internationally recognized museums, historic sites, and breathtaking views of the Hudson River

Hyde Park New York, short distance from our Country side house in Highland, New York

Hyde Park is the hometown of Franklin D. Roosevelt

Minnewaska State Park is just 20 minutes from our Airbnb, nearby our vacation rental - Gem Stone Place

Located on Shawangunk Mountain ridge & is one of the most unique & beautiful parks in New York State.

Farmer Markets in Hudson Valley, NY

There are Farmers Markets all over Hudson Valley, but we particularly enjoy two of them:

Farmers Markets in Hudson valley, New York - nearby our vacation rental - Gem Stone Place

A year round farmers market in Uptown Kingston, NY. Every Saturday with over 50 local farms

and food vendors

Farmers Market in Kingston NY, nearby our vacation rental - Gem Stone Place

Beacon Farmers Market

Sunday mornings with lots of great vendors and food and music in Beacon, New York 

Wineries and Vineyards Near Our Vacation Home

Vineyard

Just 5 minutes from Gem Stone Place and Emerald Retreat, Red Maple Winery is a great place for Weddings, and Private Events.  

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