Cornwall Area Attractions
Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Cromwell Manor
Inn Bed and Breakfast offers the ideal place to enjoy history and the best of the 21st century! The perfect "home base" for a visit to the area any season of the year, many attractions are within an hour's drive, and most are fewer than 15 minutes away. Unpack once, and enjoy something different every day! You can even be in Manhattan in about an hour, if you like. Here are some of our favorites:
Our favorite
restaurants Calendar of events
To see Orange County
Tourism's list of events, just click on the link below:
http://www.orangetourism.org/even.htm.
Click here
for the Hudson Valley's calendar of events!
 Historic West Point
The United States Military Academy at West Point celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2002. Enjoy a football game, an outdoor concert, the cadets on parade, or the stunning views. Visitor's center, Museum, and tours available year-round. Less than 15 minutes from Cromwell Manor, with a gorgeous drive in-between.
Storm King Art Center
 Storm King Art Center is a museum that celebrates the relationship between sculpture and nature. Five hundred acres of landscaped lawns, fields and woodlands provide the site for postwar sculptures by internationally renowned artists. The grounds are surrounded by the undulating profiles of the Hudson Highlands, a dramatic panorama integral to the viewing experience. Only five minutes drive from the Inn.
Dia:Beacon
Dia Art Foundation, one of the world’s
preeminent contemporary art institutions,
opened a new museum on May
18, 2003, housing its renowned but rarely seen permanent collection, comprising
major works of art from the 1960s to the present. Located on the Hudson
River in Beacon, New York, Dia:Beacon occupies a nearly
300,000-square-foot historic printing factory. Dia:Beacon is a short 20
minute drive from Cromwell Manor Inn.
Storm King Adventure Tours
 Experience
a three hour guided educational hike including your choice of a
dendrology hike, a history of Storm King Mountain hike, a history of
paper-making hike, or an airplane crash site hike. Various degrees
of difficulty ($25 per person). Also for three hours, try kayaking
with a guide to Bannerman's Island, the Moodna Creek Marsh, a sunset
paddle, or a full moon paddle ($60 per person). Mountain bike in
Black Rock Forest Preserve (bike rentals - $50 per day or $10 per hour,
two hour min.) by yourself or with a guide for three hours ($25 per
person for the guide plus bike rental). Call for details
(845-534-7800).
 The "Castles" of the Hudson
Some of the wealthiest families in the nation chose to live in the Hudson Valley. With breathtaking views of the river, the mansions of the
Vanderbilts, the
Rockefellers
(Kykuit), and
Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt are the crown jewels of area homes.
Boscobel,
Sleepy Hollow, and many other mansions are also open for you to enjoy the buildings and grounds. Cromwell Manor is in the best possible location, since all of these may be reached with a 30-60 minute drive in various directions.
 Woodbury Common
Premium Outlets
The largest outlet shopping center in the United States, Woodbury Common offers incredible designer shoes and clothing, electronics, housewares, and jewelry in more than 220 stores in a setting like a charming small town. People come from around the world for the bargains. An easy 15-minute drive from the Inn, and we can supply a VIP coupon book to increase your savings.
Shop and Stay.
 Vineyards and Wineries
Both the oldest vineyard in the U.S.(Benmarl)
and the oldest continuously-operating winery
Brotherhood
Winery in the country are nearby. Follow the
Shawangunk Wine Trail, with tours and tastings at more than a dozen wineries, many of which have underground cellars, or cross the river for the Dutchess Wine Trail. Many special events are scheduled in fall, so give us a call!
Portraits by James Ferrara
 Have
your portrait taken by award winning photographer James Ferrara and save
$50 on the sitting fee (normally $250). Mr. Ferrara has
photographed the Olsen twins, Elijah Wood, Donald Trump and many
other celebrities. Jimi is a Cornwall resident and his studio is
only five minutes from Cromwell Manor Inn. You can view his work
at
www.jamesferrara.com.
 New York Renaissance Faire
Leave the modern world behind for the Faire, where pleasure is the order of the day and entertainment is everywhere! Eleven main stages offer continuous performances by jugglers, jesters, minstrels and magicians. Witness a daring joust of armored knights on charging steeds. Watch fascinating demonstrations in age-old crafting traditions. Tantalizing aromas tempt you at every turn to feast, or quench your summer thirst with fine ales, sweet mead or refreshing soft drinks. Less than 30 minutes away, the Faire is a treat in August and September.
 Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival
The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival is a critically-acclaimed regional theater, attracting audiences from the tri-state area and beyond. Shakespeare scholars, critics and enthusiastic fans laud its spare, clear and compelling productions. Set on the beautiful property of Boscobel Restoration, plays are offered all summer. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawn before the show. Twenty minutes drive from the Manor, or a swim across the Hudson!
Outdoor Adventures
With 4000 acres of hiking trails just outside our front door, and the
Hudson River minutes away, Cromwell Manor Inn is ideal for those seeking
fun and adventure out of doors. We can assist you in arranging a cruise on
the Hudson River,
hot-air 
ballooning, mountain
 biking, kayaking, golf
at the Jack Nicklaus designed
Mansion Ridge
golf course or the beautiful
Central
Valley golf course, tennis,
snowshoeing, and many other sports. We will even pack a picnic with prior arrangement.
Orange
County Choppers
As seen on the TLC Channel, Orange County
Choppers new world headquarters is only 10 minutes from Cromwell Manor Inn! The showroom
is open every day.
National Purple Heart Hall of Honor
Located in
New Windsor, the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor is only a short
five minute drive from Cromwell Manor Inn.
| The
mission of the Hall of Honor is to collect and
preserve the stories of Purple Heart recipients from
all branches of service and across generations in an
attempt to ensure that all recipients are
represented. Their stories will be preserved and
shared through a series of exhibits, live and
videotaped interviews with veterans themselves, and
the Roll of Honor, an interactive computer program
detailing the stories of each individual. |
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Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Enjoy live entertainment in this state-of-the
art amphitheater at the site of the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts presents some of the country's leading
classical, rock, pop, jazz, and country entertainers. Click the
link for a calendar of performances.
 Pick
Your Own Produce or take a hayride!
Experience the enjoyment of picking your own
produce at Lawrence Farms Orchards, a family owned farm about 20 minutes
away from Cromwell Manor Inn. Enjoy fresh grapes, peaches,
vegetables and apples. Lawrence Farms Orchards also offers hay
rides and sleigh rides in season. Check the website for a schedule
of the seasonal events.
http://www.lawrencefarmsorchards.com
Jones Farm
A short walk
from the inn brings you to a small, family owned farm where you can buy
homemade fudge, cookies, pastries, or very unique gifts. Pet the
miniature horses or feed the chickens. Guests at the inn
are invited to feed Polly, the 1000 pound pig!
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Manor House | The Chimney's Cottage |
Cornwall Area Attractions | Spa and
Fitness
Weddings and Executive Retreats | Upcoming
Events |
Press and
Accolades
Special Offers | Map and Directions
to Cornwall | Reservations
| About the Innkeepers | Home
Cromwell Manor Inn Bed and Breakfast
Five Miles from West Point
174 Angola Road · Cornwall · New York
(NY) · 12518
Phone · 845- 534-7136
Email · cmi@hvc.rr.com Website ·
www.cromwellmanor.com
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