When choosing one of the rentals in Hudson Valley, visit some beautiful historic homes. Your Hudson Valley vacation home is likely to be close to one of the estates. If you're interested in history, you'll have a great time exploring.
Springwood
Springwood was the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt. The F.D.R. Library and Museum are on the grounds. Personal possessions and documents of historic significance are on display. President Roosevelt and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt are buried there.
Mills Mansion
Staatsburgh was the home of Ogden Mills. The magnificent estate features 65 elaborate rooms. The estate has a collection of works of art from all over Europe. In 1938, the mansion was donated to New York. Tours are conducted throughout the year.
Vanderbilt Estate
The Vanderbilt Mansion is a National Historic Site. The estate has views of the Catskill Mountains. The mansion has 54 rooms, including the Gold Room. The formal gardens are on tiers and have been restored. The rose garden was planted by Frederick Vanderbilt.
Olana
Olana was created to resemble a Persian palace, and the home to painter Frederick Church. Church's art collection and furnishings are preserved at Olana. Elaborate stencils decorate the interior, and the grounds are beautifully landscaped.
Lyndhurst
Lyndhurst is in Tarrytown. The castle features a spectacular tower. The castle was purchased by Jay Gould, and it is preserved by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. A greenhouse and aviary are on the grounds, and guests may have lunch at the Carriage House Cafe.
Sunnyside
Sunnyside was the home of Washington Irving. Sunnyside was built in 1835, in the style of Dutch plantation homes. English ivy covers most of the exterior of the house, and the wisteria around the front of the house was planted by Irving.
Philipsburg Manor
Philipsburg Manor of Sleepy Hollow, was built in the 18th century. It belonged to the Philipse family. As you tour Philipsburg Manor, you can take part in hands-on activities while tour guides in 18th century costumes explain early life at Philipsburg.
Kykuit in Sleepy Hollow
Kykuit is owned by the Rockefeller family. The home is built in the Georgian-style from granite, with formal gardens and terraces. Visitors view the art collection of Governor Nelson Rockefeller. Tours of the formal gardens can be arranged. Tours start at Philipsburg Manor.
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